Overdrive | Programs & Classes | Virtual Galleries | Tools You Can Use | One-Stop Shops
The Library provides a wide array of resources and services to help you assist the student in your life with their exciting education journey. You may need an Orange County library card to access some of the resources. Get yours today!
Virtual Galleries
When it's time to think about heading back to school, this Virtual Gallery should be at the top of your list. Don't forget to explore the kids version.
Got FCAT? No problem! You can ace the test when you prepare using the math, science, and reading material found in this Virtual Gallery. View our FCAT tutorial to learn more about the FCAT and the test preparation resources the Library provides.
Designed for middle school and high school students, this gallery contains manuals, DVDs, fiction, online resources, and Web sites aimed at providing guidance and inspiration for the science fair. Explore the exciting interactive lab for science project ideas!
This resource aimed at educators contains a wealth of information on early childhood education, FCAT preparation, Kindergarten Readiness, classroom management, lesson plans, and more.
This gallery shows you all the steps of the research paper writing process including brainstorming, researching, and citing your work. You’ll find materials, databases, and Web sites to help you get the job done.
These online guides provide quick access to a variety of Library and external resources. Subjects include history and culture, finance, holidays and observances, technology, and so much more.
Overdrive
Uh oh! The novel you need to read for class is checked out! No problem, just download it from the Library. OverDrive offers over 150 classics and other titles commonly found on school reading lists. They're available to listen to on your computer or MP3 player, or to read on your laptop. Crisis averted!
Programs & Classes
If you'd like to add some excitement to your life, the Library offers entertaining and educational programs for children and teens, from birth through 18 years of age. Check out library programs for children ages 6-12 or events for teens ages 13-18.
Let us turn you into a rock star when you sit at the keyboard. Whether you're a novice or a prodigy, we've got a class for you. We offer a wide variety of computer classes on topics ranging from Computer Basics to Microsoft Access, and from Adobe Photoshop to Mac's GarageBand.
Tools You Can Use
In one easy step you can access your school's Accelerated Reader™/Reading Counts!™ lists online and check to see if the Library has the book you need. Then, order the books for home delivery or pick them up!
Read the Books offers great book suggestions and ideas for kids of all ages. Find titles by selecting fiction or non-fiction and grade level. Read the book. Love it. Repeat.
You just finished the most amazing book, but now you need something new! Uncover new reading adventures, find forgotten favorites, and discover award-winning titles with What Do I Read Next. You can search by age, genre, subject, author, title, series, and more.
Browse booklists created from the recommendations of people like you! Enjoy books on a variety of topics like dinosaurs, football, friendship, weather, and more. There are even booklists based upon grade and age levels.
One-Stop Shops
Take an alphabet tour! Preschoolers will learn school skills and get their wheels turning with interactive reading activities.
If you're thinking about going to college but don't know where to start, we have resources that will show you the way! Chapters include topics like getting into college, college life, where and what to study, graduate school, and more.
Parents who need help developing their child's curriculum will love this eGuide. Explore subject sections on Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Foreign Language, and Health. Resources are also grouped by student age to help you easily find the right resource for your child.
Don't let homework get you down; run it out of town when you take advantage of our live tutoring, resources on how to write a research paper, test preparation assistance, and FCAT help.
If you've been asking yourself what you and your child need to know to better prepare for entering Kindergarten, this step-by-step guide is for you!
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