Welcome! Here you will find information for educators and students to support you in the classroom and at home.
Classroom Support
Research
- Britannica School : For K-12. An online encyclopedia tool for biography and research topics. Includes a citation tool.
- Pebble Go : For PreK-3. An online tool for basic research on animal and social studies topics.
- Explora: An online research database and encyclopedia.
- World Book: An online encyclopedia for elementary school learners.
- MeL Educators: A resource for teachers. Includes curriculum resources for K-12, evaluating resources, and professional learning resources.
- Teen resources: Find resources that can help you with your school work, test prep, and job searching as well as learning a new hobby, how to start a small business, or repair small engines.
Reading
- eBook K-8 : eBooks for K-8 students.. Also resources for teachers.
- ABCya : Reading games geared towards grade PreK - 5. Includes some games in Spanish.
- Starfall : For beginning readers. Includes books that read aloud to you.
- Novelist K-8 : Database for grades K-8 to help you find read-alikes and book recommendations.
- Storyline Online: Watch and listen to famous actors read popular children's picture books. Videos can be viewed on YouTube or SchoolTube. Activity guides included.
- 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. Includes videos, games, stories, and activities.
Recreation
- ABCya!: Free and for pay options. Grade PreK - 5. Games to improve reading, numbers, letters, spelling, and language skills. Features some Spanish games.
- Bedtime Math : Help develop a love of math.
- Fun Brain : Games, reading, videos, and more.
- PBS Kids : Play games on a varity of topis and watch episodes of your favorite shows.
Collections in the Library
Join us at the Library
Library Programs in Ferndale Schools
Early Childhood Center: Monthly preschool storytime for FECC students.
Lower Elementary School: We are looking for FLEL staff that we can partner with at the school. Interested in discussing potential ideas? Please fill out our Library Visit form.
Upper Elementary School: Battle of the Books starting late fall! Last years winning team: Cool Kids.
Middle School: FMS Rainbow Club is a social group for LGBTQ+ middle schoolers and allies. Snacks and low-key activities (including crafts and board games) are provided. Questions? Ask Ms. Zold or Ms. Amreen at FMS.
Ferndale High School: We are looking for FHS staff that we can partner with at the schools. Interested in discussing potential ideas? Please fill out our Library Visit form.
University High School: Visit the library and enjoy a mixture of games and informational activities.
Interested in partnering with FADL at your school? Please fill out our Library Visit form.