Research and Writing Tools
Research Databases
We are excited to offer you access to two academic research databases of the same variety that students will be expected to use in college for research assignments. This is an opportunity to get used to going beyond Google for your information.
Even if your path will not take you to college, learning to get your information from reliable sources is an essential skill for the next four years of high school. Additionally, many of these databases are available to all NJ residents through their public libraries, so you will have access beyond school, whether or not your plans include college.
Our databases are password protected!
Click here to access our list of passwords.
Be sure you are signed in with your SCHOOL email or else you will not be able to see any of the passwords.
Gale
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Gale is a collection of databases, with different topics. Login is required (see password information above). Use this resource when you need more than one article on a topic, or if you are looking for different points of view.
- eBooks
- Gale in Context: Global Issues
- Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints
- Gale in Context: High School
- Gale in Context: United States
- Gale in Context: World History
- Peterson's Test Prep
ABC-CLIO
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ABC-CLIO is a collection of articles specific to historical topics. Login is required (see password information above). This is the best database when you need information or background on a specific topic.
- American Government
- American History
- Daily Life through History
- World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras
- World History: The Modern Era
Hamilton Public Library
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Don't forget your Public Library!
The Hamilton Public Library has a wealth of resources and information.