Research_Tools


 * Research Tools **

Here is some information to help you access technology tools and online databases for research.

**__Online Databases__** These resources are provided free by the State Library of Kansas. There are lots of databases available for all ages, kids through adults, on many, many topics. Student resources from the State Library are available here: @http://www.kslib.info/students

Below I have listed the ones that will be most helpful to you. //Access to magazines, newspapers, journals, ebooks, audio and video files NOT available on the free Web://


 * Britannica School (Middle School Edition)


 * Explora Middle School


 * EBSCO Nonfiction eBook Collection


 * MasterFile (academic and popular magazines: Time, Newsweek, Weekly Reader, etc.)


 * List of EBSCO Databases

__**Bibliography / Works Cited**__ Try one of these citation makers to help you give credit to places where you found your information.
 * **[|Easy Bib]**
 * **[|Bib Me]**

Sample websites for bibliography / works cited practice: http://www.nutritionforkids.com/emlnews/FK-JulyAug02.htm#kid @http://www.nps.gov/redw/planyourvisit/coastal-trail-sections.htm

**__Tips for Searching__** Learn how using " " for a phrase search and using Boolean operators (AND OR NOT - +) can help you find what you're searching for in databases or search engines. media type="custom" key="21205882" @https://vimeo.com/1799104


 * Link to a great video that explains Boolean searching.
 * Boolean Searching on the Internet -- This tutorial explains how using the Boolean operators (AND OR NOT) can help you get more accurate results when searching online.