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Research Made Easy

GALE Middle and High School are simplifying

school projects with helpful tools

These GALE resources provide students with access to a wide array of topic overviews, primary sources, biographies, and critical essays covering core subjects like the Great Depression and Malala Yousafzai. While it is already a valuable resource, what truly distinguishes it are the tools that make research effortless and straightforward.
Helpful tools included in these resources:
  • Utilize ReadSpeaker text-to-speech technology and on-demand article translation which is available in over 20 languages to cater to diverse backgrounds.
  • Generate MLA, APA, and Chicago-style citations effortlessly with built-in citation tools. These citations can be conveniently exported to citation services like EasyBib or NoodleTools.
  • Annotate and highlight your research findings as you progress. Efficiently organize, save, and share these annotations and highlights.
  • Seamlessly share, save, and download content, including highlights and notes, to G Suite for Education and Microsoft Office 365 tools.

Here is a selection of e-book titles accessible to you for free with your local library card or e-card. Stay tuned for additional recommendations next month!

Resourceful Books to Help Teens Navigate Life's Challenges

What You Post Lasts Forever: Managing Your Social Media Presence

by Alexis Burling

For many teens, being 100 percent candid on social media and posting revealing photographs from last night's party is not only a blast, it's the norm. But what if their grandmother saw the posts? Even worse, what if a future boss or a college admissions recruiter did? Not cool. In this book, readers will learn why it's important to act responsibly when shaping their digital footprint. 

Find this in GALE E-Books

Managing Finances and Shopping Online

by Xina M. Uhl and Judy Monroe Peterson

In this online world, it's easier than ever for young people to manage their money, stay within a budget, and grow their money with smart investments. The explosion of online shopping means that it's also become easier than ever to spend that money foolishly. This lively volume helps teens to navigate the world of finances and shopping online with explanations about banking, credit, mobile payment services, and how to comparison shop and check product reviews. 

Find this in EBSCO E-Books

I Am Being Cyberbullied...What's Next?

by C. R. McKay

Cyberbullying is a fact of life for many teens today, with the internet and social media platforms consuming a large part of their social life. This timely guide gives teens the tools they need to identify cyberbullying, understand why and how it happens, and confront it with important social and emotional skills. 

Find this in EBSCO E-Books

Raising a teenager?

Here are some book suggestions for you!

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Prodigal Sons and Material Girls : How Not to Be Your Child's ATM

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When Things Get Crazy with Your Teen: The Why, the How, and What to Do Now

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You're Addicted to Your Phone: How to Break the Habit

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POWER Library News April 2024 Supplement