Books and Media College Information Homeschool Resources Local Schools Online Resources Research Assistance Writing Assistance Disclaimer
In an effort to make it easier for our community to find useful, free online resources, we have collected some resources related to education and learning below. Note: We accept recommendations for updating the resources only from members of the community.
Resources that say they are part of GALILEO require a PINES library card and PIN/password to access from home. PINES library cards are free for residents of Georgia. Register for PINES online.
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Books and Media |
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| Common Sense Media | A media review site that focuses on appropriateness of media by age and breaks down the content for caregivers and kids. Limited free access. | ||
| OverDrive – NGRL OverDrive – GADD |
Popular eBooks for download using the OverDrive or Libby app; requires a valid library card and PIN/password. Part of Georgia Download Destination (GADD) with eBooks, eAudiobooks, and magazines for download using the Overdrive app. | ||
| eRead Kids | eBooks and digital audiobooks for kids; browser only at this time. Requires a valid library card and PIN | ||
College Information |
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| Affordable Colleges Online | A rating system for online colleges across the country, including Georgia | ||
GAfutures |
Information about going to college in Georgia, including FAFSA forms, scholarship criteria, college profiles and more; requires PINES library card and PIN/password | ||
| GradReports | Student reviews of various colleges and universities throughout the country | ||
Homeschool Resources |
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| Georgia Department of Education | Rules for homeschooling in Georgia, including links to the Intent form | ||
| Georgia Home Education Association | A faith-based resource for home schooling families of all kinds, faith-based or otherwise | ||
| Georgia Virtual School | Available for home school students to use with a tuition fee as well as for public and private school students. | ||
Local Schools
- Calhoun City Schools
- Dalton Public Schools
- Dalton State College
- Georgia Northwestern Technical College
- Gordon County Schools
- Murray County Schools
- Whitfield County Schools
Online Resources |
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| ConsumerEd |
A Georgia-specific resource from the Governor’s Office of Consumer Affairs that hosts consumer information, including how to avoid scams and tips on making financial decisions | ||
| Fuel Economy Guide | Fuel economy, annual fuel cost, and emmissions information for new model year cars, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks to help consumers make informed decisions when purchasing a new vehicle. | ||
| Consumer Health Complete |
Access to health reports, physician-created videos, medical images and articles on topics including diabetes, fitness, nutrition and more from 1992-present; requires PINES library card and PIN/password | ||
| Digital Public Library of America |
A virtual library featuring American heritage with millions of photographs, manuscripts, books, and other records; requires the GALILEO password | ||
| Digital Public Library of Georgia |
A virtual library featuring Georgia history through digitized manuscripts, photographs, newspapers, maps, and more; requires the GALILEO password | ||
| LearningExpress Library |
Learn new skills or practice old ones using free eBooks, tutorials, and practice tests. Courses include topics such as Microsoft Office, math, and SAT/COMPASS/GED practice tests. Requires PINES library card and PIN/password and account registration | ||
| Mángo Languages |
72 languages including Spanish, Japanese, Pirate, and English as a Second Language; requires PINES library card and PIN/password and account registration | ||
| Natural Science Digital Library |
A collection of online books, articles, and websites that are geared towards Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM); requires PINES library card and PIN/password and each resource has conditions of use. | ||
Research Assistance |
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| Academic Search Complete |
A database with full-text articles with research about a variety of topics like archaeology, chemistry, engineering, law, food science, mathematics, theology, and more from 1911-present; requires PINES library card and PIN/password | ||
| Explora for Public Libraries |
An easy-to-use, topic-based gateway for many of the EBSCOhost research databases, providing quick access to reliable information; requires PINES library card and PIN/password | ||
| History Reference Center |
A database with full-text articles, books, and documents about historical events such as the Civil War and World Wars I and II; requires PINES library card and PIN/password | ||
Writing Assistance |
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| APA Citation Formatting | The Owl at Purdue website teaches simple techniques for citing papers | ||
| MLA Citation Formatting | The Owl at Purdue website teaches simple techniques for citing papers | ||
Disclaimer
The external links on this page are provided for convenience and informational purposes. Northwest Georgia Regional Library System neither supports nor opposes points of view of the third-party websites on our resource pages. While we do our best to ensure the websites are functioning, safe, and appropriate for all ages at time of listing, we bear no responsibility for the accuracy, legality or content of the external site or for that of subsequent links.