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BookFlix
Available everywhereScholastic BookFlix is a new online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.
Comics Plus: Children's Library collection
Available everywhereWith Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga from a variety of library-friendly publishers.
Every title is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on your computer, tablet or phone - no holds or wait lists required.
Children's Library collection includes curated comics appropriate for children ages 5-10. See age guidelines.
How to Access Comics Plus:
- Use your library barcode and password
For Student cards use your student card number and password
#ReadAllTheComics
- Use your library barcode and password
Comics Plus: Teen Library collection
Available everywhereWith Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga from a variety of library-friendly publishers.
Every title is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on your computer, tablet or phone - no holds or wait lists required.
Teen Library collection includes curated comics appropriate for children ages 11-18. Please note, all RAIL card users are excluded from using this collection. See age guidelines.
How to Access Comic Plus:
- Use your library barcode and password
#ReadAllTheComicsComics Plus: Washington County Library collection
Available everywhereWith Comics Plus, you have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga from a variety of library-friendly publishers.
Every title is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on your computer, tablet or phone - no holds or wait lists required.
The Washington County collection includes curated comics appropriate for WCPS school children ages 5-18.See age guidelines.
How to Access Comics Plus:
- Use your library barcode and password
- For Student cards use your student card number and password
#ReadAllTheComics
Gale In Context: Middle School
Available everywhereCreated specifically for middle-schoolers, Gale In Context: Middle School combines the best of Gale's reference content with age-appropriate videos, newspapers, magazines, primary sources, and much more. Students will find outstanding support to complete assignments in core subjects including literature, science, social studies, and history.
Help Now! Powered by Brainfuse
Available everywhereBrainfuse’s “HelpNow” is a comprehensive suite of tutoring services designed for a range of academic needs; whether it’s tackling a tough homework problem, learning an academic skill, or writing a term paper. “HelpNow” is available for students in grades K through Adult Learners in the following subjects: Math, Science, Social Studies, English/Language Arts that includes writing assistance and Reading Comprehension/Grammar/Vocabulary Skills Building, English Literature and Foreign Languages.
Mango Languages
Available everywhereMango Languages creates engaging language-learning experiences for individuals, libraries, schools, corporations, and government agencies across the continent and around the globe.
Casual, cultural, and conversational learning
Speak like a local in 70+ languages with practical, conversation-based language lessons for web, iOS, and Android. Learn Spanish, French, German, and more — download the free Mango app to get started.
National Geographic KiDS (Gale Presents)
Available everywhereNational Geographic Kids (also known as Nat Geo Kids) collection includes the complete run of the magazine from the first issue in 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos including Amazing Animals, images, and colorful photos. Explore amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space. Best for children aged 6–14.
Something About the Author
Available everywhereSomething About the Author Online provides first-time comprehensive online access to all volumes ever printed in Gale's™ acclaimed and long-standing Something About the Author series, which examines the lives and works of authors and illustrators for children and young adults and is the preeminent source on authors and literature for young people. Something About the Author Online includes both the main series and Something About the Author Autobiography Series, totaling more than 217 volumes, 12,000 entries, and nearly 17,000 images - all delivered in an easy-to-use 24/7 online format that matches the exact look and feel of the print originals.
World Book Encyclopedia
No Access for Student CardsFeatures the content of The World Book Encyclopedia, plus 16 additional databases, which include an online atlas, Spanish-language encyclopedia, teacher resources, World Book Kids, images and sounds, current events, and an online version of the World Book Dictionary.