With 3,500+ interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, ABCmouse.com’s award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners (ages 2 - 6+). From Age of Learning, Inc. Use it for free on any Baldwin Public Library Computer. (Laptops excluded)
Un excelente recurso digital en español que ayuda a enriquecer el aprendizaje de los estudiantes de primaria y secundaria. (An excellent digital resource in Spanish that helps enrich the learning of elementary and high school students.)
A safe place for students in K-5 to find answers to their questions, practice research skills, and explore a broad range of subjects like animals, arts and music, social studies, and more.
HelpNow (from Brainfuse) HelpNow provides LIVE Online Tutoring and Homework Help assistance. Live, online one-on-one tutors are available Monday – Sunday from 2:00PM to 11:00PM. All other HelpNow resources are available any time.
HelpNow features:
--Live One-on-One tutors who are available daily from 2 pm - 11 pm
--Real-time tutoring in over 60 subjects and test prep areas for K-12, entry-level college, and adult learners
--English and Spanish-speaking tutors
--SkillSurfer Resource Library, with instructional videos, informational websites, printable worksheets, and much more, all available 24/7.
First time? Make a free account to make best use of HelpNow’s features. Under "My Account" click "Login", then look below the login button for "Don't have a username or password? Sign up".
Discover current and classic fiction and non-fiction titles that are popular with young readers. Contains materials for all K - 8 grade levels and includes picture books, children’s “chapter” books and young adult titles. You can also get Common Core Connections by grade/unit, find fiction and non-fiction books that meet common core standard and download quick lists of recommended books by topic.
The Baldwin Public Library is thrilled to offer you access to ParentTV.
ParentTV offers thousands of on-demand parenting videos and courses with content designed to support those who care for children, from pregnancy through to teenage years.
ParentTV works with leading psychologists, pediatricians, mental health specialists, nutritionists, occupational therapists and parenting educators across the globe.
Search and find videos on general parenting, play, behavior, child development, mental health, sleep, nutrition, technology and more. Most videos are under 10 minutes in length and can be accessed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. All you need is your library card, and you DO NOT need to enter a pin number.
Pronunciator is a fun way to learn any of more than 200 languages. Whether you want to learn just enough for a trip, dig deeply into grammar, or are looking for kid-friendly lessons, Pronunciator can help you with a customized course.
Most comfortable in French and want to learn Hindi? You can learn any language, from almost any other language. Plus, there are ESL courses for speakers of more than 100 non-English languages.
Pronunciator works in your browser, but also is mobile adaptive; you don't need to download an app. Your progress is automatically synced between any devices you are using.
How to create your account on Pronunciator:
–You must sign up for the first time using the Access Now link below.
–Enter your library card number under “First time here?”
–Use the blue “Register” button and include your email address so you can track your progress.
–Then sign in under “Welcome Back” to continue your work. Pronunciator is mobile-adaptive and syncs between your devices when you are signed in.
