Digital Resources for Children

Offers various digital formats for its books including eBooks, Read-To-Me books, and reference resources suitable for grades Pre-K - 12.

A digital platform for reading challenges used to motivate people of all ages to read more!

An online library of arts-related classes, projects, and recipes.

A comprehensive learning resource offering hands-on, printable materials for Pre-K through 5th grade. It provides a full curriculum with learning plans and activities in subjects like English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

Explora for High Schools is an excellent starting point for any research project or paper. This database's simple search delivers relevant results including peer-reviewed articles, essays, and primary source documents. ​Free access to Explora is provided by the State of Connecticut. Sign in with your library card to get started.

An e-learning platform focused on making physical education and youth sports training accessible and engaging for children. It offers a variety of sports training modules, interactive quizzes, and educational videos covering a range of activities like basketball, dance, soccer, and fitness.

Hoopla is a digital media streaming service that partners with public libraries to offer patrons instant access to a variety of content, including ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and comics.

Khan Academy is a free academic resource that partners with CollegeBoard to offer comprehensive test prep for high school students. This includes personalized practice plans, full-length practice tests, and test-taking tips/strategies. ​With Khan Academy, you can practice and find lessons for the upcoming SAT, LSAT, Praxis Core subject exams, MCAT, and CollegeBoard's new digital SAT.

Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere!

Lote4Kids is an online database of children's picture books in various World Languages. Access thousands of engaging tales in 100+ languages, including sign language, to spark curiosity and foster a love for reading! You can use Lote4Kids on the web, and it even has its own app!

The Palace Project is a nonprofit, library-centered platform and e-reader app provided by the CT State Library designed to streamline access to digital content (eBooks and audiobooks) for CT residents.

Reader's advisory for children and teens including homework help.

TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. Types of stories include Picture Books, Graphic Novels (A reader favorite!), Read-Along Chapter Books, Non-Fiction, Videos, and Games.

Encyclopedia online - Articles, dictionary, and more!