Here are some great databases that you can use for research!
Database Information
Introduction
Online databases are available for staff and student use. Users will be automatically authenticated by accessing the databases within the Clark County School District (CCSD) network. To access the databases outside of the CCSD network, use the usernames and passwords provided. For questions, please contact your teacher-librarian.
Online Databases Funded by the Nevada State Library, Archives, and Public Records (NSLAPR)
The following online databases are funded by the NSLAPR.
ABC-CLIO is a publisher of educational and reference products. These databases focus on history and social studies resources for the scholar, student, teacher, and librarian in universities and secondary schools. Refer to databases.abc-clio.com.
EBSCO Databases provide a wealth of resources across all levels and curriculum, including access to newspapers, magazines, and professional periodicals. There are professional resources for educators. Refer to search.ebscohost.com.
Learning Express Library provides interactive tutorials, articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, practice tests, and career development. Refer to learningexpresslibrary3.com.
TeachingBooks.net is a collection of resources designed to generate enthusiasm for books and reading by bringing authors, illustrators, and engaging resources about books for children and teens to every school, library, and home. Refer to teachingbooks.net.
World Book Online includes Early Learning, World Book Kids, World Book Student, World Book Advanced, Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos, Timelines, and Dramatic Learning. These databases provide a wealth of information and tools for all grade levels and curriculums. Refer to worldbookonline.com.
Online Databases Funded by the Curriculum and Instruction Division (CID)
The following online databases are funded by CID of CCSD.
CultureGrams fosters understanding and appreciation of the world's countries and people by creating and publishing excellent content. Culturegrams is a widely used cultural reference and curriculum product. Refer to online.culturegrams.com.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context is a cross-curricular research tool that covers today's social issues and provides differing views on each side of the issues to help students think critically in order to draw their own conclusions. Refer to https://www.galepages.com/?loc=las21325.