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Let’s Read 2024-25 Author Series

In late August, WCPL will launch a new author series aimed at younger readers called “Let’s Read.” Presentations in the series will take place at the Capitol and showcase talented high-profile authors and illustrators. School groups, classes, and parents can register to bring their students to one of two morning sessions on each date.

To reserve a spot for your class or family, register through the library’s online calendar of events

Delivery Services

Educational Delivery Services

Regular bi-weekly or monthly book deliveries directly to the classroom. (Daycare/PreK – HS)

Apply for our Educational Delivery Service here

KYVL Book Kit Request

12-20 copies of a book for the purpose of facilitating book discussions. Books may be checked out for 9 weeks at a time. (All ages)

For the latest list of book discussion kits available check the KDLA list (last updated 1/25/21) then fill out this request form.

Library of Things

The following items may be requested through email/WCPL’s online card catalog for classroom delivery:

  • STEAM kits (3-7 years)
  • Ukuleles (Elementary and up)
  • Puzzles (3-7 years)
  • Telescope (Elementary and up)
  • Sewing Machine (Elementary and up)

For the complete list of items and kits and, click HERE.

Ask A Children’s Librarian

Get a one-on-one consultation with a WCPL children’s librarian about book recommendations, children’s services, databases, and more by filling out the form or by sending an email to children@warrenpl.org.

Database Services

WCPL Databases

The library subscribes to some databases individually and also provides to databases made available by KYVL (see below). For a list of ALL databases, go HERE.

KYVL Databases

The Kentucky Virtual Library (aka KVL) is a consortium of nearly 300 Kentucky libraries and institutions that bring together resources from top information providers. For more information, visit www.kyvl.org  

KYVL databases require the user(s) to have a personal and/or classroom library card. Teachers needing an access code for these databases should contact your delivery librarian to receive login information.

Britannica Digital Services

Britannica Academic Edition: Combines Encyclopedia Britannica and Merriam-Websters Collegiate Dictionary and Thesaurus, plus magazines and periodicals, an atlas, biographies, e-books, and other tools. Useful for teaching basic research elements and locating primary sources to elementary students and up.

Britannica Escolar Online: For native Spanish Speakers, bilingual students, and students learning Spanish. Includes Primaria for elementary and Secundaria for middle school.

Britannica Moderna: Spanish language reference center for more advanced users (high school and up), featuring articles, images, a dictionary, an atlas, and timelines.

Britannica School: Select elementary, middle or high school to research thousands of curriculum-relevant articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, editor-recommended websites, and more.

Britannica Fundamentals: For students in  kindergarten through second grade

EBSCO

EBSCO: A platform containing 27 databases that can aid student research, teacher reference, and small businesses, to name a few. (Best for middle-school students and up)

Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints

Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints: Covers issues in science, social studies, and current events. Provides research, interactive maps, and infographics on topics like capital punishment, global warming, and immigration. (Best for High School students exploring multiple sides of an issue) 

Learning Express Library

Learning Express Library: Provides learning activities that track individual progress, so users must register individually.

College Admissions Test Preparation: ACT, SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, AP Exams, TOEFL iBT, IELTS and College Admissions Essay Writing. (Best for middle-school students and up)

High School Improvement

Elementary and Middle School Resources

NoveList

NoveList: Electronic readers’ advisory resource that assists fiction readers in finding new authors and titles (Provides search options for all ages).

ProQuest Research Databases

Alt-Press Watch: A database that features full-text newspapers and magazines from alternative, independent presses. (Best for middle school and up)

Career & Technical Education Database: A source for vocational information for quick access to research on virtually any technical topic. (Best for high school students)

Salem Research Databases

Salem Research Databases

Provides sections in Health, History, Literature and Science for research. (Best for High School students and up)

Teen Book Cloud

TeenBookCloud: An online database of eBooks and educator resources perfect for middle school and high school. TBC offers over 1,000 titles in a variety of formats including: Ebooks, Graphic Novels, classic literature, National Geographic videos and audiobooks. (Middle and High School)

WorldCat/OCLC

WorldCat/OCLC: The world’s largest library database, can connect users to materials all over the world. (Best for middle school, high school and adult users)

Databases Available Without a Library Card

Affordable Colleges Online

Affordable Colleges Online: Free higher education tools for current and future college students and their families. Allows users to search for schools by degree, category and subject. (High School Students and up)

Free Driver Education

Free Driver Education: Provides free practice tests for anyone studying for their driver’s exam. (High School students and up)

GCF LearnFree

GCF LearnFree: Free tutorials on technology topics, Microsoft Office programs, career and job search topics, and basic skills like math and reading. Also available in Spanish. This database is excellent for High School students seeking to learn more about possible careers and begin planning for their future.

Kentucky eTranscipt/Student Portal

Kentucky eTranscipt/Student Portal: Allows users to send their transcripts for free to any participating public and private colleges in Kentucky, the country, and the world. (Excellent service for High School students applying for college)

Tumblebooks For Kids

TumbleBooks Library is K-6 children’s ebook database. Contains Spanish and French resources for children. Provided by KYVL.

Outreach Services

The following activities may be provided to schools and educational organizations upon request:

  • Art workshops
  • STEM and other hands-on workshops
  • Classroom storytimes
  • Cafeteria visits
  • Creative writing workshops
  • Custom visits

For outreach requests, please contact Emily Witthuhn at emilyw@warrenpl.org.

Book a Field Trip

Fill out the form, and we will help schedule your trip.

Have a group that would like to visit a library location? Need to arrange a special program or tour?

  • Please submit your field trip request 2 – 4 weeks in advance of the date requested to give our staff the flexibility to accommodate you!
  • Field trips are typically limited to 1 hr. – 1.5 hrs. due to staff availability.
  • If there are specific topics you’d like your visit to cover, please include that request in the “Additional Information” field of the form.

School Visit

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Other Resources

Hoopla Digital

Provides access to thousands of movies, television series, music titles, comics, eBooks, and audiobooks. Patrons may borrow up to 10 titles per month. Also available as mobile app. (All ages)

 

Libby, by OverDrive

Provides access to thousands of eBooks and audiobooks from OverDrive through the Libby app. The OverDrive Kids module allows kids, parents, and teachers to quickly locate and download kid-friendly eBooks and audiobooks. (Middle School and up).

Library Cards 

If you would like to register for a full-service library card, please fill out the form on this page or visit any library location. Juveniles (17 & younger) must be registered by a parent or legal guardian.

A staff member will email your WCPL card number once your request has been processed, and then you may place holds on materials through our online catalog.

A WCPL staff member will need to verify your account information before you can borrow materials from the library. This will require you to present your valid government issued ID (driver’s license, state ID, passport, etc.) either in person at any library location or to a staff member delivering items to you via our Door to Door service. See instructions for Door to Door service here.

Activities for Kids

So much more than books.

Elevate your screen time with our library’s diverse collection of movies and streaming services, via Kanopy and Hoopla. As a library cardholder, you can access a world of entertainment, from Hollywood blockbusters to critically acclaimed documentaries, all at your fingertips.