Children’s Literature
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Children’s Literature Databases
Unless specified, the following resources are available to all in Ohio or have a library card from any public library in Ohio.
Beanstack
Looking for great book recommendations for children? With Beanstack we will help you discover our favorite books and apps matched to your child’s age and interests.
MAS Ultra – School Edition
Designed specifically for high school libraries, this database provides full text for more than 700 popular general interest and current events publications with information dating as far back as 1975 for key magazines. ‘, MAS Ultra School Edition, ‘ also provides more than 500 full text pamphlets, more than 350 full text reference books, 84,011 […]
CPL and CLEVNET Cardholders Only
Novelist K-8 Plus
Novelist K-8 helps librarians, teachers, parents, and other adults who care about children in grades K-8 find fiction and non-fiction books to read tailored to their reading level and interests. Or, kids can try it themselves to help them select books they’ll enjoy. Using simple search techniques, find helpful resources such as expert reading recommendations, […]
CPL Cardholders only
Something About the Author
Information on tens of thousands of authors and illustrators of books for children and teens. Included are the complete contents of two long-published print series: Something About the Author and Something About the Author: Autobiography Series. Biographical sketches include personal data, career, awards and honors, writings, adaptations, additional sources and more–searchable by keyword, full text, […]
CPL Cardholders only
Tumblebook Library
Books come to life through animation, narration, sounds and music. Tumblebook Library is a collection of electronic picture books for children, which are sure to entertain and evoke a love of reading.
World Book Kids
Intended for grades K-8, World Book Kids is a fun and interactive way to introduce younger students to the world of online learning. Searching is simple and can be done by keyword or by choosing a general subject that breaks down into specific topics. The encyclopedia also provides images, diagrams, maps and activities tied to […]
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