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Library Databases

Use these reference materials compiled by experts and selected for you!

This is the key starting point for your research. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts provides libraries with access to information on a wide variety of topics. These subscription databases are provided to our school by the MetroWest Regional Library System.

Dale Street School students should select one of these links to start their research.   Remember - when you click on any of these links, you will leave the LMC website. You will need to use your browser's back button to return to this page.

bullet World Book Online Student Edition
Our Favorite!  The World Book Online Reference Center includes the complete World Book Encyclopedia, dictionary, atlas and more!  This link opens in a new window, be sure to close it when finished.
bullet Biography Resource Center
Research famous people - authors, athletes, scientists, inventors, historical figures and more!  Often includes a picture.
bullet InfoTrac Junior Edition
Medium reading level.  Recommended for Dale Street School students. Provides access to magazines, newspapers and reference books on a variety of searchable subjects.
bullet InfoTrac Student Edition
High-school reading level.  Provides access to magazines, newspapers and reference books on a variety of searchable subjects.
bullet Kid InfoBits
An easy to use search engine. This InfoTrac database covers geography, current events, the arts, science, health, people, government, history, sports and more!
bullet Use These Databases from Home
You can use these SAME databases from HOME - with your Massachusetts Public Library card!   Type your library card number in the box below and press GO.  When the new page opens, scroll down to find and click on any database - World Book Online, Biography Resource Center, InfoTrac and more. 

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