BrainPop
User name: amityb
Password: Bethany
If you haven’t explored this site, you are in for a treat; it is very useful for all subjects. Use for study and reading skills, grammar, writing, famous authors, math skills, science concepts, social studies subjects, etc. There are also free short videos and interactive educational games here.
iCONN
from home, use public library ID#
This is free from the state of Connecticut. There are magazine and journal articles, newspapers, photographs, health and science articles, etc. There is an easier kids’ version with a lower reading level.
edHelper
We have 5 site licenses. I have a license along with Laurie Carvalho, Paul Thees, Theresa Roche and Sara Fattal.
Username is Amity email address for listed teachers; check with teachers for password.
Helpful database for all subjects; material is separated by grade level; many worksheets, quizzes, puzzles can be found here
The World & I
Username: amityb
Password: bethany
Teacher's corner: tac
Covers every subject matter : art, music, literature, social studies, science and technology
Very current- in addition to material always there, a new “magazine” for social studies and current events is published once a month.
Proquest
Username: CT0051H
Home access password: 06525
Select: My Products
ProQuest is a research tool that mostly high school and colleges use. Most useful for social students and science. Very current database.
