Resources for Kids:
researchIT CT – Provides access to digital magazines, journals, newspapers and other resources through licensed databases.
Easy Bib – A site that helps you how to understand resource citation.
Prezi – Used in upper elementary classes to create presentations.
Connecticut’s Official Website for Children – Have fun learning about Connecticut.
Resources for Parents:
Reference – We’re here to provide you with resources, activities, and links to educational extensions while your family works and plays from home. If you have questions for our youth services department about digital materials, lesson plan support, or book suggestions for readers aged 0 – 18, we’d love to hear from you. Please email us at staff.essexlib@gmail.com and we’ll respond to you just as soon as we can.
Reading is Fundamental Literacy Resources – Activities, booklists, articles and brochures.
Birth to Three – A Connecticut sponsored site to help families meet the needs of infants and toddlers with delays or disabilities.
Early Childhood Council Of Essex, Deep River & Chester – The Early Childhood Council of Region IV’s mission is to heighten awareness among the people of our community about the educational needs facing preschool children from three to five years old.”
Safety Net for the Internet – Practical tips and guidelines for parents on children and the Internet.
Tips for Discussing Online Privacy with Kids
Connecticut State Department of Education
Resources for Home Schooling:
Home School Legal Defense Association – Offers support and information on laws affecting home schoolers. HLSDA is Christian-based and partners with religious and secular groups to promote home schooling.
CT Home School Network – An independent, online-based home school community, dedicated to sharing information, knowledge and resources that support home school families.
