Use a computer at the library

• Sign up to use a library computer for up to an hour at a time 

• We also have untimed homework laptops available if all the other computers are busy
• Remember to bring your library card 
• Find out more about using library computers

 

Homework Help

HelpNow is a real-time online tutoring service that offers assistance in Math, Language Arts, and other core K-12 subjects. This all-in-one suite of tutoring services is designed for a wide range of academic needs, whether it's tackling a tough homework problem, mastering a particular topic, or writing a paper.

 

Looking for info on a specific topic? Try one of our databases! 

Biography Reference Center - This database offers a comprehensive collection of more than 450,000 full text biographies, including the complete full text run of Biography Today and Biography Magazine. Search by name, country, nationality, or occupation.

 

 

Brittanica School - This is the go-to site for learning more about any subject—for all grades and all reading abilities—offering thousands of up-to-date, curated, and curriculum-relevant articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, research tools, recommended Web sites, and three separate databases—Elementary, Middle, or High.

 

Explora - This is an easy-to-use tool can help you complete research and classroom assignments. You will discover reliable information on thousands of topics covering a wide range of subjects. Plus you can email, print or save articles.

 

Points of View Reference Center -  This database is designed to assist researchers in understanding the full scope of controversial subjects. High school and undergraduate students can use Points of View as a guide to debating, developing arguments, writing position papers, and developing critical thinking skills. Each entry includes a series of questions and additional material to generate further thought. 

 

ProQuest eLibrary - A user-friendly general reference tool—delivers one of the largest general reference collections of periodical and digital media content designed to support every range of user, including elementary students, college-prep and college-level researchers, and professional educators. 

 

ProQuest Issues Researcher - Issues Researcher stands apart by offering balanced content selections from more than 2,000 global sources. Analysis and opinions cover the pros, cons, and everything in between of 360+ social, scientific, health, historic, economic, and political issues. 

 

ProQuest Research Companion - This tool was built to help students do more effective scholarly research. Research Companion easily guides students through the research process and helps them develop their critical thinking and information literacy skills. 

 

• Here's a list of primary sources on the web.

 

Can't find the help you need? 

• Email Teen Services Librarian cathy.janovitz@escondidolibrary.org