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