Blog
Richland Library Main

DIY Wine Cork Pumpkins

  • Laura Bliss Morris
  • Monday, November 26

Create the perfect Thanksgiving centerpiece with these easy, DIY Wine Cork Pumpkins! 

Database

TOPICsearch

This current events database allows researchers to explore social, political & economic issues, scientific discoveries and other popular topics discussed in today's classrooms including controv

Read More | Access
Database

Gale in Context: Science

Science in Context is an in-depth, curriculum-oriented science database that provides a one-stop resource for all science-related research needs.

Read More | Access
Database

Gale in Context: U.S. History

Discover American history from pre-colonial times to the present by reading historical documents and articles about the famous individuals in American history and about historical events.

Read More | Access
Database

Explora for Public Libraries

For students of all ages, Explora allows users to easily search across a range of sources including newspapers and magazines, encyclopedias, dictionaries, books, biographies and more.

Read More | Access
Database

Tutor.com

Real-Time Tutoring: 24 hours a day, seven days a week for English and Spanish speakers. Connect with a tutor on a variety of subjects, test prep assistance, or parent coaching.

Read More | Access
Database

CultureGrams

CultureGrams provides quick cultural and statistical snapshots of the over 200 countries recognized by the United Nations.

Read More | Access
Database

Escolar

For students aged 7-12: Spanish elementary encyclopedia for early readers of Spanish includes more than 1,500 encyclopedia articles and 1,000 pictures in a searchable and alphabetically browsable f

Read More | Access
Database

NoveList K-8 Plus

Looking for a good book that is similar to an old favorite or an old favorite from your childhood that you want to share with your own children?

Read More | Access
Database

Tumblebook Library

The TumbleBookLibrary is a collection of TumbleBooks (animated, talking picture books) with fiction, non-fiction and foreign language titles, Read-Alongs (chapter books with sentence highlighting a

Read More | Access
Inspector Flytrap
Willa of the Wood
Staff Picks

Mysteries for Ages 8-12

  • Morgan R.
  • Tuesday, July 10
Over Magic Tree House? Done with The A-Z Mysteries? Looking for something more meaty? Here is a list perfect for 8-12 year olds who love a good mystery.  
Even Superheroes Have Bad Days
Dylan the Villain
Staff Picks

Superhero Books

  • Children's Room
  • Wednesday, April 18
Ready for adventure? Strap on your cape and dive into this book list featuring masked heroes guaranteed to delight your little superhero.  
Fly Guy Presents
Tiny Titans Vs. the Fearsome Five
Staff Picks

Popular Titles for Reluctant Readers

  • Diana K.
  • Wednesday, February 14
For new readers, finding a book that hooks them in makes all the difference when it's time to practice their developing reading skills. A fast plot, a healthy dose of silliness, and a few furry characters go a long way in making reading fun. Try out these titles and you might be surprised to find your reluctant reader asks for more. Special thanks to Children's Room staff members Emily Johansson, Morgan Ryan, and Heather McCue for their recommendations.