School Research Sources
Looking for resources for a school assignment? Need help with a book report? The below resources are a great start.
Virginia Beach Public Library
School Research Resources
America's News
Full-text articles from local and national newspapers, magazines, and other news sources. (Accessible for VBCPS student accounts inside the library or from home and inside the library with a regular library account.)
America's Obituaries and Death Notices - now Heritage Hub
Explore your family history with this collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today. (Accessible for VBCPS student accounts inside the library only.)
Biography in Context
News and biographical information on public figures are searchable by a variety of factors, including name, occupation, birth and death dates, places, or gender.
Explora Public Libraries
Explora supports student research and classroom instruction with rich, reliable content and easy-to-use functionality.
Homework HelpNow
Connect LIVE with a certified tutor, seven days a week between 2 and 11 p.m., for assistance with assignments, research and writing. Also find practice tests, study plans, and more. Tutoring is available in English and Spanish. It is provided via the Library of Virginia.
NoveList
Find your next great read with booklists and readalikes for your favorite books.
NoveList K-8 Plus
NoveList K-8 Plus is a trusted source of read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context
Articles, topic overviews, statistics, primary documents and magazine and newspaper articles on social issues
Peterson's Test Prep - (Formerly TERC)
Testing and study software for college/grad school entrance exams.
Read It! English Language Learner
Read It! is designed for middle and high school students and adults who have a basic foundation in English grammar and reading but need adapted reading material for a variety of subjects.
Data Axle Reference Solutions
Search for companies and people in the United States.
Something About the Author
Learn about the lives and works of authors and illustrators for children and young adults.
Universal Class
Take free courses on various topics to improve or gain work or life skills.
Access Video: Just for Kids
Easily accessible, educational content with a focus on early literacy, designed and created specifically for the Pre-K to elementary learner, including access to videos, audio files, interactive games, and activities.
Explora Public Libraries
Explora supports student research and classroom instruction with rich, reliable content and easy-to-use functionality.
Gale In Context: Elementary
K-5 parents and students, search and browse encyclopedias, pictures and magazines for a variety of topics, like animals, arts, plants, sports and more.
Homework HelpNow
Connect LIVE with a certified tutor, seven days a week between 2 and 11 p.m., for assistance with assignments, research and writing. Also find practice tests, study plans, and more. Tutoring is available in English and Spanish. It is provided via the Library of Virginia.
NoveList K-8 Plus
NoveList K-8 Plus is a trusted source of read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context
Articles, topic overviews, statistics, primary documents and magazine and newspaper articles on social issues
Something About the Author
Learn about the lives and works of authors and illustrators for children and young adults.
School Research Resources
