Resources for Students - 10 Ways We Can Help You

After a very different year of distance learning for students and teachers, many are going back to in-person learning this week. We wish everyone the best in settling into this new routine and want you to know we're here to help! Below you'll find 10 ways we can help you to make this your best school year yet!

Need to find sources to help with a research project? Want to read the next book in your favorite series? Looking for a certain AR book? Please visit us on Calle Tampico-- Our library staff would love to help!

With your Riverside County Library System (RCLS) library card you also have access to SO MANY digital resources to aid you in your learning journey; a 24/7 digital library, free online tutoring, test prep, databases, and more.

Don't have a library card? Visit us or another RCLS library branch to sign up for a library card. You can also go online to our website to apply for an eCard.

Here are 10 ways we can help you:

(Note: Items with an asterisk (*) are available with your RCLS library card!)

Our librarians work very hard to build a collection that reflects what our students are learning and intentionally select material that expresses different viewpoints. We have over 7,000 children's non-fiction items, 11,000+ children's fiction titles, plus a section for AR, board books for little learners, a juvenile audiovisual collection, and a dedicated Young Adult (YA) Room. Stop by and ask us for recommendations. We'll do our best to match you up with the perfect book or resource.

Free Wi-Fi is available at our library and most RCLS library branches. You're welcome to bring your laptop or other Wi-Fi compatible device to access the Internet. A library card is not necessary to access our free Wi-Fi. To access the Internet, simply launch your Web browser, then read and accept the disclaimer. Your browser's home page will appear and you may begin web-surfing.

We currently have 16 public computers available for you to access the Internet. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more are installed for your use also.

We have a large area in the Children's Library with tables and chairs perfect for doing homework or working on a group project. There are also study carrels in the Main Library for a quieter study experience. Our Study Room is available by reservation only for a maximum of 8 people per reservation. Reservations can be made up to 2 weeks in advance. Call us to make a reservation.

• With Brainfuse, students can get homework help with a live tutor in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP, and more!
• Live online tutoring is available from Mon-Sun 1pm to 10pm
• Submit essays and other writing to the 24-hour Writing Lab for constructive feedback.
• Submit homework questions for expert guidance.
• Get live help filling out your FAFSA application.
• Adults: You can visit the Adult Learning Center for live, professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more!

Access Pronunciator with your library card to learn any of 163 languages from Arabic and American Sign Language to Vietnamese and Zulu. Use it as practice for your high school language class or as a way to dive into a language you've always wanted to learn. There are short daily lessons, personalized courses, movies, music, and more.

Take full-length, timed practice exams to improve your scores and confidence with Gale Presents: Peterson's Test Prep. AP, ACT, SAT, and GRE are just some of the available tests. Explore careers and colleges/universities and prep for vocational tests too! This resource is great for students and adults. Get access from the RCLS eResource page (Note: This resource is currently listed as Testing & Education Reference Center)

Scholastic Go is a free (with your library card), age-appropriate, digital resource for PreK through 12th grade. Strengthen content knowledge, vocabulary, and core proficiency skills and explore nonfiction texts, world newspapers, videos & more.

As of 9/13/21, Scholastic Go is no longer available through RCLS ☹

 

The Libby App is your 24/7 digital library. Audiobooks, eBooks, comics, and more are at your fingertips-- browse thousands of digital items on the web, a tablet, or your mobile device. There are Teen and Kid sections to explore so you can find that perfect bedtime story to read on your tablet, or an audiobook for your upcoming family road trip.

BONUS: Check out cloudLibrary for even more digital content!

Britannica School is a free, safe, up-to-date, and age-appropriate information resource for Elementary, Middle, and High School students. Explore articles, images & videos, and biographies while building essential information literacy skills. Britannica Escolar is available in Spanish. Get access from the RCLS eResource page.

We hope you find some of these resources useful this school year. If you ever have any questions, please visit or call us at 760-564-4767. There are many, MANY more eResources for all ages on our website, including business & legal, genealogy, and news & magazines. PLUS, we have a whole section for Community Resources: Get info for food resources, business assistance, crisis prevention/mental health, and much more.

And remember: Don't have a library card? Visit us or another RCLS library branch to sign up for a library card. You can also go online to our website to apply for an eCard.

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Happy Learning & Reading & Studying,

Natalie