A search in a library catalog on a topic keyword + the word "juvenile" will result in titles around that topic for younger readers. For example: elephants and juvenile . Try this in the search box above to find books at Tomlinson Library. In public library catalogs, like the Mesa County Libraries catalog, you can also limit to non-fiction and reading level.
For older elementary and middle school readers, encyclopedias can provide helpful social and historical context. Some common encyclopedia and reference sources:
Reputable online encyclopedia, available through the Mesa County Public Library
Topic overviews and articles for young readers, available through the Mesa County Public Library
Subject-specific Reference e-books from the Marmot Overdrive collection, available with a CMU MavCard or a public library card
available with a CMU MAVCard or public library card
Search articles by topic - available through the Mesa County Public Library (and many other public libraries)
Explora - Elementary - Topic overviews and articles for younger readers
Primary Search – Research resources for younger readers
HowStuffWorks explains the curiosities of our world, providing factual, unbiased content that’s fun to read
Nasa Kids Club provides games and activities supporting national education standards in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Google Earth - Kids can explore worldwide satellite imagery, 3D buildings, terrain for hundreds of cities.
Smithsonian for Kids - Activities, games, and videos relating to the Smithsonian collections
BBC History for Kids includes activities, animated videos, and articles on ancient, world and British history