Databases
ABC-CLIO
This is a set of databases purchased specifically for California Trail students. You will need a user name and password to access these off campus. Please email Mrs. Mateer for help with these.
Kansas State Library Databases
These databases are hosted and paid for by the state of Kansas. You can access them directly, if you are at school. You will need a state library card to access them off campus. Click here to request a Kansas State Library card
This hosts many databases across all curricular areas
This database is for researching authors and works of literature
This database is can help you find a similar book to read based on a title you have enjoyed.
The link will not take you directly into NoveList Plus. Scroll down until you find it listed on on the EBSCO page.
This database allows you to search historical events and people
The links on this page work by verifying your Kansas internet provider address. If they do not work for you, please login with your Kansas Library eCard to access the databases.
Mrs. Mateer can create a KS State Library card for you. Please email her your request.
Library Media Priority Standards:
6-8.S1.1
Understand and recognize the need for information to solve a problem or satisfy a question.
6-8.S1.3
Understand that different sources and formats for information exist.
6-8.S1.5
Understand that a variety of sources exist to satisfy academic and personal information needs.
6-8.S1.6
Understand that within the scope of information sources and formats, unique results exist that provide the most relevant information.
Kansas Historical Society