Teacher Services

Welcome to the Bartlett Public Library District! Resources and services are available for teachers and their students. The Youth Services collection serves infants through sixth graders. The teen collection serves students in grades seven through twelve.

• Fiction and Nonfiction Books

• Magazines

• Books on CD and PlayAways

• DVDs, music CDs, CD-ROMs

• Puzzles & Flashcards

• Video games (Wii, Xbox, PlayStation 3)

• Discovery Packs

• Kits for Families in Change

The Parenting collection serves parents and teachers.

• Educational activities

• Resources for children’s literature

• Childcare strategies

• Child Development

Research

Remote access is available for all Bartlett Library card-holders.  Patrons visiting the library have access on our public computers.

• "America the Beautiful" - Useful for state reports.

• "Contemporary Authors and Literary Criticism" - Biographical information and references on more than 120,000 U.S. and international authors and their works.

• "CultureGrams" - State and country information. Includes background, customs, and lifestyles of the world’s people. 

• "Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia" - Quick, general reference tool.

• "Lands and People" - Countries.

• "LearningExpress Library" - Instructional and test preparation source that offers tutorials in math, reading, writing and computer software.

• "New Book of Popular Science" - Science and technology.

• "NoveList K-8" - Find books using different search criteria: Lexile readability, plot description, author, read-alikes, etc.

• "Powerspeak Languages" - Provides users with the ability to learn, apply and enjoy a new language quickly.

• "ProQuest Discovery" - Online full text articles from electronic journals.

• "Tutor.com - Live Homework Help" - Online tutoring for grades 4-12 everyday from 2-9 pm.  Available in Spanish.

• "World Book Encyclopedia" - Online version.

School Library Card

A school library card allows authorized individuals to borrow materials to supplement their curriculum.  The principal of the school completes an application each school year that includes a list of authorized users.  The card is kept on file at the library.

 

Classroom Collections

Teachers may check out up to twenty items for their classroom. (We reserve the right to limit the amount of materials requested on one topic.)  Please remember, the library can only be a supplementary source of materials for your classroom. If you would like our assistance in selecting materials, place your request in advance by calling Youth or Teen Services. We will be better able to meet your needs with advance notice. Materials will be held for pick up at the Check Out Desk.

 

Assignment Alerts

Assignment Alerts give the library a clear understanding of class assignments and allow us to select appropriate materials for in-library use.  Materials are kept on an assignment shelf for the duration of the assignment.  Assignment Alerts may be given by phone, fax, mail, or in person.  Reserving items assures that materials will be available for your students. 

 

Class Visits and Tours

Please call the library in advance to schedule a library orientation, storytime, book talk, or a presentation to coordinate with class topics.  You may also schedule librarians to visit your classroom. Call Youth or Teen Services for more information.

 

Computers

The computer lab is available for library related hands-on instruction of the library’s catalog and other online resources.  Please call in advance to book a class visit with a librarian.  The library offers public access computers for Microsoft Office and Internet.  There is a fee for printing.  Wi-Fi access is available throughout the building.

 

The staff will be happy to answer any questions and assist you and your students with the many resources available at the library.  We look forward to hearing from you.  

 

Youth: (630) 837-3348       Youth Fax: (630) 213-5117       Teen: (630) 837-3560       Teen Fax: (630) 837-3167