School is out unexpectedly, but that doesn't mean learning stops. The Alachua County Library District has a wealth of free online resources to educate and entertain children. Library cardholders can access these boredom-busting tools anywhere with an internet connection.
1 - Digital Books
Send your children on adventures in history, fantasy, and real-life with great books. Our digital collection includes audio and books for children and teens - from Goodnight Moon to the Harry Potter Series. You can even download read-along titles with audio narration.
These eSources also offer practice materials, educational games, varified research resources, and more for elementary, middle, and high school students.
3 - KidSpeak
Kidspeak, a feature of our language-learning eSource, Transparent, includes lessons in Spanish, Chinese, French, Italian, Geman, and English. KidSpeak is designed for ages 6 and up and includes over 40 interactive activities, puzzles, and songs for each available language to help children learn the alphabet, numbers, simple sentences, grammar, and pronunciation in a second language.
Library patrons can access KidSpeak by selecting Transparent, navigating to the desired language, and selecting KidSpeak. An animation with a cartoon guide will appear, and your kid can take it from there!
4 - Kids InfoBits
Need to redirect attention? Lookup a favorite animal, sport, or another topic on InfoBits for photos, articles, and more on the subject. Think of it as a structured rabbit hole.