Using Databases

Using Databases-by Belinda Vinton

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Find a database

Kids InfoBits

Sub-Categories

Topics

Search Results

Search Content Types

Read for Details

Tools

Source Citation

Choose Content

Click on "Databases"

There are two screens of possible topics. Choose a topic of interest.

Choose a topic within the sub-category.

The results are grouped by content type.

View the complete listing of results for each content type.

Many tools are available to assist with reading and note-taking.

Databases are listed in alphabetical order. A description is provided to pick the best for you!

This database can be searched with a keyword or by choosing a category.

The main categories are broken down into smaller categories. Choose a sub-category.

Read (or use the listen option) to get detailed information about the selected topic.

Find appropriate item

Choose an Article

REMEMBER TO CITE YOUR SOURCE! This is the most important part of your research and will help you find your source again.

Click on a title for full information.

Use content levels key to choose an article.