Use these databases to find information to support your research question and position paper claim. Databases are credible sources that provide curated articles, multimedia, statistics, and primary documents from trusted publications. Built-in citation tools help students cite sources quickly and easily.
SIRS Issues Researcher is a digital database designed to help students explore, understand, and research current social, political, and global issues. This database offers balanced viewpoints on over 350 controversial topics, and each issue includes summaries, essential questions, and background context to guide research. Middle school students use it to support critical thinking, debate preparation, and research projects.Â
Gale In Context: Middle School is an online research database designed for middle school students. It provides age-appropriate content on a wide range of subjects, including history, science, literature, and social studies.
A collection of databases containing journals, books, magazines, and more in an easy-to-use interface with simple search and browse capabilities. Content is tailored to fit the needs of grades 6-8 students.
You will need to go through Digital Maine Library to access Explora from home.