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SFPL Databases

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Something About the Author (grades 4 and up): Information about authors and illustrators.
Student Resource Center (Gale) Literature (grades 6 and up): Explore curriculum classics from many perspectives.
Kids Infobits Teacher Toolbox (grades k to 5): Tips on writing, evaluating information and citing sources.
Bookflix (pre-k to 3): Children’s picture stories on video and related nonfiction books.
NoveList K-8 (grade k to 8): Reading recommendations, read-alike suggestions, and discussion guides.

Guys Read (grades 1-7): Founded by author Jon Scieszka, this website focuses on book suggestions of high interest to boys.
Library Booklists (k-12): A collection of booklists by subject and genre from many public libraries.
Kids Read (k-8): Booklists, book series, reviews and more!
American Library Association (grades k-12): Lots of links for authors, illustrators and booklists.
Association for Library Services to Children: For parents and caregivers
Cybrarian (grades 3-8): Designed by a school librarian, this site features author websites, award lists, online stories and lots of other curriculum connections.

Literacy Cyberspace (pre-k to 12): This site is dedicated to providing sites that help with writing and literacy activities

826 Valencia (grades 1-12): This community resource provides assistance with writing skills through tutoring and workshops.
Street Side Stories (Grades 1-12): This local organization works with schools and provides after school workshops to strengthen literacy skills through storytelling.