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Librarian: Mrs. Linda Ridder lindaridder@nisd.net Assistant Librarian: Mrs. Olga Jarman olgajarman@nisd.net |
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We
hope that you will enjoy each visit to our library web pages and that
you will be successful in your searching!
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Library
Links
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| Library Databases |
| Library Database Tutorials (Intranet only) |
| Books / Reading Lists |
| United Streaming (see librarian for username and password) |
| San Antonio Public Library |
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Bibliography
/ Citation Help
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| Bibliography Note Page |
| Landmark's Citation Machine |
Several computers
are available for student and staff use. Zachry Student ID cards are required
for the use of the library network computers. Computers and Internet access
are to be used for school purposes only. Each user must follow all of the acceptable
use policies listed in the Zachry Student Handbook. It is each student's responsibility
to be aware of these regulations. Each Internet user will be required to have
a signed Internet Acceptable Use Policy Letter on file. Users who do not follow
these guidelines will be removed from the computer workstation and could lose
library computer privileges.
Library
Databases - Online Subscription Resources
The use of these online resources requires a username and a password specific
for our students at Zachry. Information listing both the campus codes and the
home codes (usernames and passwords) is available at the Circulation Desk in
our library.
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BrainPop makes learning fun and is the leading producer of standards-based animated educational movies for grades K-8. It is used to introduce topics, review fundamentals and explain current events. BrainPop creates an interactive learning experience that is both rewarding and unique. |
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This site is all about career exploration. You'll find useful tools to help kids develop skills and knowledge about themselves, career
alternatives, career and life planning, personal management, and contributing
to their community. |
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Britannica
Online Britannica Online has all the text of the hard copy Encyclopedia Britannica and includes search capabilities, related links, and multimedia enhancements. |
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This site delivers concise, reliable and up-to-date information on 182 Cultures from around the world, including history, customs and daily life. There is also a Kids Edition on 66 countries, from kids' perspective. You'll also find fun facts, timelines and symbols about the 50 states in the States Edition. |
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Discovery Education Streaming Video KLRN is a digital video-on-demand service offering over 3,000 full=length titles and 30,000 video clips in all K-12 subject areas. KLRN and Discovery Streaming are excited to offer this service to enhance classroom lessons and to impact student learning. A student login and password are available from the library circulation desk. |
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EBSCO A general reference database in English and Spanish that includes research databases, online access to more than 100 databases, and thousands of e-journals. |
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Facts
on File A reference database center for Science, History, Curriculum Resources, Geography, Literature, Health, Career and Personal or Business Forms. |
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Gale
Group Offered in both English and Spanish, this collection of data includes research information, newspapers, periodicals, reference books, journals, biographies, the Texas Almanac and a huge Student Resource Center. |
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netTrekker NetTrekker is a trusted search engine for K-12 schools. As an all-in-one site, it saves valuable time, increases teacher productivity and effectiveness, and increases students' time on task. |
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TeachingBooks TeachingBooks.net is a diverse and constantly growing online collection of author programs and K-12 book-related materials. It contains original movies, professional book readings, book guides and more. A special section for educators is included. |
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Visual Thesaurus The Visual Thesaurus is an interactive dictionary and thesaurus which creates word maps that blossom with meanings and branch to related words. It's innovative display encourages exploration and learning. You'll understand language in a powerful new way. |
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World Book Online (English + Spanish) The premier online reference source--containing every article from the 22-volume print set plus thousands more. You'll find state-of-the art multimedia, editor-reviewed Web sites, and more! |
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Books / Reading
Lists
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