Whether you’re researching a topic for school or just learning for fun, we’ve got you covered with digital resources, all available from home 24/7.
You have access to a wide variety of online resources through the Minuteman Library Network. You can find the complete list here, but we’ve pulled out a select few that are kid-specific. Some resources will require you to enter your library card number to sign in.
If you’re a middle schooler working on a research project, or just looking for a more specific resource, click here to view even more digital resources for middle and high schoolers.
Britannica Elementary – Offers high-quality online learning materials for kids in grades 3-5 that have been developed by teachers and curriculum experts.
Britannica Escolar – Enciclopedia K-8 para hablantes nativos y estudiantes que aprenden español / K-8 encyclopedia for native speakers and students learning Spanish.
Britannica Fundamentals – Innovative early learning resource for kids in grades K-2.
Gale In Context Elementary – A content-rich, authoritative, easy-to-use digital resource featuring age-appropriate, reliable content covering a broad range of educational topics. For kids in grades K-5.
LOTE4Kids (Languages Other Than English) – A database of digital picture books created for children to enjoy books and learn language through storytelling. There are over 4,500 digital books in over 70 languages together with English translations. Your library card gets you free access to this program!
Mango Languages – Mango is designed to equip you with conversational abilities from the very start. Mango immerses you in real, everyday conversations in a wide variety of foreign languages. It also features ESL instruction in English, tailored for speakers of more than a dozen languages.
hoopla – Borrow digital video, music and audiobooks. Access thousands of titles and watch on your smartphone, tablet or computer. There’s no waiting to borrow and automatic return eliminates all late fees. Create an account with your library card number.
Libby – Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and streaming video from Minuteman’s shared collection. Read or listen on a mobile device with the free Libby app.
LOTE4Kids (Languages Other Than English) – A database of digital picture books created for children to enjoy books and learn language through storytelling. There are over 4,500 digital books in over 70 languages together with English translations. Your library card gets you free access to this program!
hoopla – Borrow digital video, music and audiobooks. Access thousands of titles and watch on your smartphone, tablet or computer. There’s no waiting to borrow and automatic return eliminates all late fees. Create an account with your library card number.
hoopla – Borrow digital video, music and audiobooks. Access thousands of titles and watch on your smartphone, tablet or computer. There’s no waiting to borrow and automatic return eliminates all late fees. Create an account with your library card number.
kanopy – An on-demand streaming video service that offers thousands of award-winning documentaries, training films and theatrical releases across diverse subjects and disciplines. This service provides access to films and documentaries from a variety of independent filmmakers and distributors, including the BBC, PBS and the Criterion Collection.
If you have any questions, please contact Sam in the Children’s Room: sdonahue@minlib.net | 781-475-5734