Children’s Websites & Databases

• AudioBookCloud

  AudioBookCloud is an online library collection of streaming audiobooks.
• BookFlix

  BookFlix^® is a digital literacy resource that pairs more than 120 animated stories from Weston Woods with a best-selling nonfiction eBook from Scholastic on a similar subject. The fiction and nonfiction pairings are designed to strengthen early literacy skills while exposing young learners to real world concepts.
• Britannica Elementary

  For Grades 3-4. Find information on countries, animals, and people. Watch and learn with videos, games, and activities.
• Britannica Fundamentals

  Pre K - 2nd grade. Play and read to learn letters, numbers, shapes, and more.
• Britannica School-Middle

  Grades 5-7. Find maps, photos, articles, and famous people and places. Compare countries and tour the U.S.A. For homework help and your curiosity.
• eBook K-8 Collection

  The eBook K-8 Collection contains more than 13,000 titles chosen to support a quality learning experience for K-8 students across all subject areas taught in elementary and middle schools, and content aligns with Common Core Curriculum Standards (for participating U.S. states). The collection also features a selection of teacher resources to support educators and administrators. 
• ERIC: Education Resources Information Center

  ERIC (Education Resources Information Center) is an authoritative database of indexed and full-text education literature and resources. Sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences of the U.S. Department of Education, it is an essential tool for education researchers of all kinds.
• Explora for Elementary Schools

  Children’s magazines, easy-to-read encyclopedia entries, ebooks, and images. Students can learn about animals, musicians, fitness, space exploration, and much more.
• Hoopla

  Web and mobile library media streaming platform for audio books, comics, e-books, movies, music, and TV. Your library card gets  you 4 borrows per month.
• Kanopy

  Kanopy Watch over 30000 Documentaries, Classic and Indie Films. On Desktop, Mobile and Roku for Students, Professors & Library Patrons.

  The popular on-demand film streaming service Kanopy is now available for free at Lyon Township Public Library.  Library card holders can access Kanopy and sign up to start streaming films instantly by visiting. Films can be streamed from any computer, television, mobile device or platform by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, AppleTV, Chromecast or Roku.  Users may checkout 5 titles per month.
• Libby by OverDrive

  eBooks and audiobooks are available to be  “checked out” for 7, 14 or 21 days from the Download Destination website, anytime and anywhere you have internet access!    Titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period and will be deleted from your device.  You will never have late fees!  Magazines are available with unlimited access.

• Michigan eLibrary

  Explore all the resources available through the Library of Michigan.
• NoveList K-8 Plus 

  NoveList K-8 Plus is a trusted source of read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers. It helps kids find books that are just right for their reading level and interests. 
• PebbleGo

  Grades PreK-3. Animals (including dinosaurs) and social studies sections of this early literacy and learning tool. Easy-to-navigate visual interface for emerging readers.
• Scholastic Teachables

  Mini-books, Worksheets, Printable Packs & Lessons That Make Learning Engaging & Fun. Teacher-Approved A+ Teaching Materials for Grades Pre-K to 6. Grades Pre-K To 6. Created By Teachers.
• School Center from Learning Express Library

  Grades 4 through 12. Skills improvement in math, writing and grammar, reading comprehension, social studies, and vocabulary and spelling through tests, eBooks, and tutorials. U.S. Constitution study and review, advanced math, and logic available for high school students. Create a free account to access tools to help you do well in school.
• Tumble Books

  Our Library has a subscription to TumbleBookLibrary, and your family can access it from home! It’s unlimited, and it’s FREE for you to use from home!

  TumbleBookLibrary is an online collection of e-books for children. They are a great way to encourage tech-savvy kids to enjoy reading!

  There are over 250 animated, talking picture books! The site also features Spanish and French books, read-along chapter books, non-fiction books, and exciting games and puzzles!

  You can use your computer, tablet, or mobile phone! All you need is an internet connection. There are no downloads: books are streamed right to your device at the click of a button.  Use the link below or download the app to your device. You will be asked to enter your library card number to create an account.
• TumbleMath

  TumbleMath is the most comprehensive collection of math picture books you will find anywhere. All in the amazing TumbleBook format complete with animation and narration.

  TumbleMath has the most comprehensive collection of math stories available anywhere- all in our world famous TumbleBook format which combines animation, narration, and sound to create a compelling and enticing story book for students of all ages. The books are accompanied by supplementary materials such as lesson plans and quizzes.
• World Book Early Learning

  Grades PreK-3. Follow Trek and Taffy the cat around the world. Share their love of colors, numbers, and other fun things. Come inside for stories and pictures.
• World Book Kids

  Simple navigation, easy to read articles, multi-media, and a wealth of engaging games, interactive tools and activities.

Accelerated Reader Bookfinder
Searching for accelerated reader books is fun and easy with this free online tool

American Girl
Learn about history while playing games, taking quizzes, and more!

Caldecott Medal Winners
Caldecott Medal Winners highlights the winners of the annual Caldecott award, awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.

Lil Fingers
Interactive games, coloring pages, and activities for children ages 1 – 7.

National Geographics Kids
Play games, watch videos, learn about animals and places, and get fun facts on the National Geographic Kids website.

PBS Kids
Educational games and activities from PBS.

Reading is Fundamental (RIF)
Games, activities, writing exercises and more, from Reading is Fundamental

Seussville
Random House Books website with games, reading exercises and more.

Storyplace Preschool
A collection of online picture books for preschoolers.