Kid-friendly homework tools and sources


Gale In Context: Elementary introduces elementary students to database searching and delivers trusted, age-appropriate digital content such as newspaper and magazine articles, videos, images, and graphics. Develops students’ comprehension and research skills to prepare them for middle school—and a lifetime of learning.
Provided by Gale and the Library of VA.



Just for Kids offers kid-safe, ad-free, streaming videos where kids can learn, explore and enjoy. Just for Kids has the educational videos that children want to watch—from Sesame Street, Reading Rainbow, Franklin, Arthur, to The Berenstain Bears, and more! Log in with your Lynchburg Public Library Card any time, anywhere.
Provided by Infobase and the Library of VA.



Get recommended reading lists, browse book genres, and find your next favorite book, all through NoveList K-8 Plus.
Provided by EBSCOhost and the Library of VA.



A family literacy calendar with daily activities, songs, book suggestions, and videos for kids.
Provided by the Library of VA and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.


Family resources


For individuals with reading challenges (visual impairment, dyslexia), hearing impairment, and individuals on the autism spectrum.
Provided by the Library of VA and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.



Suggested reading and resources from Military OneSource, the USO, the Red Cross and the Virginia Veteran & Family Support Program.
Provided by the Library of VA and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.