Books & Reading
Online Resources
NoveList Plus Databases
Choose the best titles for your reading list. Find "read-alikes," reviews of both fiction and nonfiction titles, plot summaries, book discussion guides, recommendations, articles, and more. Includes selections for kids, teens, and adults.
OverDrive/Libby for Teens eBooks & eAudiobooks
Downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks, just for teens! Every book lover is sure to find an enjoyable title, available for download to the device of their choice, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can check out up to 6 titles for 7, 14, or 21 days; it's your choice at the time of checkout. You can have up to 10 holds.
Libby is an app by OverDrive that is available for Android, iOS, and Kindle Fire devices.
TeachingBooks for Libraries Databases
Instructional resources that enrich the fiction and nonfiction books read by children and young adults.
Features include:
- Book guides and lesson plans
- Diverse books info and toolkit
- Teaching ideas and supports
- Meet-the-Author videos and book readings
- Resources for award-winning books
- Multimedia and educational games involving books
Access is provided by the California State Library K-12 student readiness initiative.