TumbleBooks:

TumbleBooks is an online collection of animated, talking books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love!
Checkout the Plumb Library’s  subscription to Tumblebooks:  Tumblebooks

You must have a Rochester-based library card to access Tumblebooks from this website.  Ask us for more information.

 

 

NoveList K-8: Looking for something new to read?  Read a book that you liked and want to read another one like it?  Addicted to a certain series and want to know which book is next?   Try NoveList K-8.

 

WEBSITES WE LIKE:   

Books

Fantastic Fiction: find books by your favorite authors, or the next book in your favorite series

Stacks for Kids from Scholastic: games, quizzes, polls, and your favorite Scholastic books

Random House Kids:  games and print-outs about your favorite books, including Dr. Seuss, Rocket, and Babymouse.

PBS Kids: watch episodes, play games or puzzles, or catch up on your favorite PBS characters

Homework Help
Kids InfoBits: find articles in newspapers, magazines, and more.

Great Websites for Kids from the American Library Association: Check here for the Site of the Week

BJ Pinchbeck’s Homework Helper: Great links to help you with homework.

Sylvia’s Super Awesome Maker Show: Videos and instructions on how to make great crafts or science experiments

Wonderopolis: What are you wondering?  Find the answers here.

Science

National Geographic Kids: birds, insects, and dinos – oh my!

NASA Kids Club: follow the various missions, test your driving skills on the Mars Rover, and visit the NASA kids clubhouse.

National Wildlife Federation for Kids – Ranger Rick: Games, crafts, and experiments to do outside.

Science Buddies: find your next science experiment here.

Exploratorium: Home of the famous “Science Snacks” blog of science experiments