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Access PA POWER Library
FactCite
Britannica School Online
…or try one of these search engines:
Infotopia: An Academic Search Engine
SweetSearch: A Search Engine for Students

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NoodleTools / NoodleBib

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ACCESS PA POWER LIBRARY

Click the image below to search POWER Library from SCHOOL.

Click the image below to search POWER Library from HOME.
This will take you to the Frank Sarris Public Library web site. You will need to have a library card from the public library and enter your library card number to access POWER Library from home.


Access PA POWER Library is a service of Pennsylvania’s public libraries, school libraries and the State Library. The POWER Library provides access to thousands of full text periodical articles, newspapers, a major encyclopedia, plus photographs, pictures, charts, maps, and reference materials for people of all ages.




FACTCITE

Click the image below to search FactCite.

Our subscription to FactCite provides you with access to thousands of searchable full-text articles and printable illustrations covering 5 subject areas including: Biographies, American History, Greek & Roman Mythology, Sports, and The Lincoln Library of Essential Information.

Home Access:
While at school, you can access FactCite directly.  To access it from home, you will need to log in.  See Mrs. Barbarino for the username and password.



BRITANNICA SCHOOL

Click the image below to search Britannica School.

Our subscription to Britannica School provides you with access to a variety of content types, including articles, images, videos, dictionary, magazines, Web's Best Sites, Primary Sources, eBooks, and a Year in Review.
Be sure to select Middle to search the appropriate resources. 

Home Access:
While at school, you can access Britannica School directly.  To access it from home, you will need to log in.  See Mrs. Barbarino for the username and password.



NOODLETOOLS / NOODLEBIB

Click the image below to access NoodleBib through the NoodleTools website.

It is important to remember to always CITE YOUR SOURCE! Our subscription to NoodleBib provides you with access to this easy-to-use online tool that can help you organize your notes and cite your sources.

You will need to register with NoodleTools in order to use NoodleBib. See Mrs. Barbarino for log in information.



LOOKING FOR HELP?

If you are at school, look for Mrs. Barbarino.
She would be more than happy to help you.

If you are at home, email Mrs. Barbarino:
barbarinoa@cmsd.k12.pa.us.

If Mrs. Barbarino isn't available, try using Ask Here PA.
Click the image below to access this 24/7 live chat reference service