Research Tools

Are you being asked to research something, but you don't know where to start?

We can help with that.

Encyclopedias

Databases/Web Portals

Gale in Context: Canada, Global Issues, Science

Databases with vetted resources on thousands of topics. This is an excellent alternative to Wikipedia or a Google search, AND everything includes pre-made citations. Types of resources include websites, academic articles, audio recordings, magazines, news articles, primary sources, and more. Seamless Google Classroom integration.

Other Tools

World Book Timelines

Hundreds of existing timelines sorted under 8 broad topics. There's also the ability to create your own timeline!

National Geographic Kids

While aimed at younger students, NatGeo Kids has hundreds of online magazines, ebooks, and videos. Heavy focus on nature, but not exclusively nature-related.

Citing Your Sources

OWL @ Purdue

Possibly the best online source for citations and attributions! They have guides for the major citation styles, tips for how to avoid plagiarism, and suggestions for different types of writing.

Cite It Right!

A brief Google Slides guide to what citations are all about, created by the QJS LLC.

Simple Annotated Bibliography

A simplified annotated bibliography template that helps students track information about the sources they are using. PDF download.