Information Sources
Encyclopedias
Encyclopedias are widely recognized as reliable sources of information due to their thorough creation process. They are authored by experts who possess extensive knowledge in their respective fields. The information contained within encyclopedias undergoes thorough fact-checking, peer review, and editorial scrutiny to ensure accuracy and credibility. By citing reputable sources and presenting balanced viewpoints, encyclopedias strive to provide readers with trustworthy and comprehensive information.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia.com
World Book Online
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Encyclopedia.com
World Book Online
[library card needed, contact Ms. Lemke for access]
Databases
Explora Middle Schools
Middle Search Plus
Points of View Reference Center
Explora Secondary Schools
Literary Reference Center
RPHS DATABASES
Middle Search Plus
Points of View Reference Center
Explora Secondary Schools
Literary Reference Center
RPHS DATABASES
Nonfiction books in public libraries are arranged according to the Dewey Decimal System.
Websites
Websites have become an indispensable source of information, offering a wealth of knowledge on a wide range of subjects. They can be incredibly valuable for students seeking information, references, and educational resources. However, it is crucial for to exercise caution and be wary of trusting everything you encounter on the web. The internet is an open platform where anyone can publish content, regardless of its accuracy or credibility. This abundance of information means that not all websites are equally reliable or trustworthy.
Primary Sources
Primary sources are firsthand accounts or original documents from a specific time period or event. These sources give us direct information about the past because they come from the people who experienced or witnessed those events themselves. Primary sources can take different forms, such as letters, diaries, speeches, photographs, interviews, newspaper articles, artifacts, and official documents like government records or laws. They can also include creative works like paintings, poems, or songs created during a specific time period.
Library of Congress
The Library of Congress is the largest library in the United States and serves as the country's national library. It holds a vast collection of books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, and other primary sources that document American history and culture.
National Archives
The National Archives is the official repository of the United States government's records. It preserves and provides access to important documents, such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, presidential papers, military records, and other primary sources that offer insights into the nation's history and governance.
Digital Public Library of America
The Digital Public Library of America is an online platform that provides free access to digitized collections from libraries, archives, and museums across the United States. It offers a wide range of primary sources, including photographs, manuscripts, artwork, and historical documents, allowing users to explore and learn about various aspects of American history and culture.
Europeana
Europeana is a digital platform that offers access to digitized materials from European cultural institutions, including libraries, museums, and archives. It brings together primary sources such as artworks, photographs, maps, and historical documents, providing a comprehensive view of European history, art, and culture.
The Library of Congress is the largest library in the United States and serves as the country's national library. It holds a vast collection of books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, and other primary sources that document American history and culture.
National Archives
The National Archives is the official repository of the United States government's records. It preserves and provides access to important documents, such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, presidential papers, military records, and other primary sources that offer insights into the nation's history and governance.
Digital Public Library of America
The Digital Public Library of America is an online platform that provides free access to digitized collections from libraries, archives, and museums across the United States. It offers a wide range of primary sources, including photographs, manuscripts, artwork, and historical documents, allowing users to explore and learn about various aspects of American history and culture.
Europeana
Europeana is a digital platform that offers access to digitized materials from European cultural institutions, including libraries, museums, and archives. It brings together primary sources such as artworks, photographs, maps, and historical documents, providing a comprehensive view of European history, art, and culture.