Homework Help
Homework Help
Here are some great websites, chosen by KPL's librarians, to help you find the information you need for your homework.
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You may also use our databases to do find newspaper, magazine, and encyclopedia articles, as well as pictures and video. To use the databases from home, all you need is a library card.
Click on any of the databases listed on the right side of the screen to get started!
Canada
Find a town, river, or ecosystem; follow the route of an explorer; or print an outline map to colour for your report. This site contains lots of maps, facts, and other useful information. (Français)
A great place to start your research. Look here for information on famous Canadians, history, geography, and more. (Français)
From the national anthem to the beaver, the Canadian flag to the maple tree this site has information on things that make you think of Canada. (Français)
Meet the Premier of Ontario, take a tour of Queen's Park, and learn everything you need to know about Ontario, including how the government works and how a bill is passed. (Français)
Canada's Trading Partners
If you need detailed information about what Canada imports and exports this is the place to look.
Up-to-date data on countries around the world, including their major exports and their major trading partners.
Canadian History
A great place to start your research. Look here for information on famous Canadians, history, geography, and more. (Français)
How did Canada become a nation? This site explains confederation and the men who made it happen, including the role of each province. (Français)
First Among Equals: The Prime Minister in Canadian Life and Politics
What does it take to be prime minister? This site provides a brief look at the job and the people who have had it. (Français)
Early Settlers and Canadian Pioneers
Where did the pioneers come from? Where did they settle? What was it like to live in a pioneer village? All of these questions and more are answered in French and English on this site aimed at grade 3 readers.
Look here for lots of information about pioneer life in western Canada.
Tour the village and discover what life was like in Canada in the mid 1800’s.
Look here for information on pioneer life, log homes, and homesteading. (Français)
Explorers
Passageways: True Tales of Exploration for Young Explorers
Written especially for 9 - 12 year olds this is a great place to learn about explorers, and the "explorers index" makes it easy to do. (Français)
Pathfinders and Passageways: The Exploration of Canada
Learn even more about exploration at this site which provides information about numerous explorers, including their firsthand accounts. (Français)
Virtual Museum of New France - Explorers
Read the stories of Cartier, Champlain, and other important French explorers. The site includes excellent route maps. (Français)
Canadian Encyclopedia
Look here for information on the many explorers of Canada. (Français)
First Nations
Aboriginal Canada Portal – Project Resources for Kids
Provides links to Canadian websites on a variety of topics related to our First Nations, including history, maps, dwellings, and legends. (Français)
Indian and Northern Affairs Canada – Kids’ Stop
The kids’ section of this government site is a great place to look for a timeline of events in the history of the First Nations and biographies of famous aboriginal people in Canada, along with lots of fun stuff. (Français)
The Museum of Civilization provides a wide range of information on the history of Canada’s first nations. (Français)
These compact histories provide an introduction to numerous First Nations.
This is a great place to look for information on specific nations and individuals. (Français)
Medieval Times
Explore a medieval castle and learn about life in the Middle Ages.
Castles of Britain – Castle Learning Centre
Everything you need to know about building, defending, and living is a medieval castle.
What was it really like to live in the Middle Ages? Explore this site and find out.
The Olympics
International Olympic Committee
This site provides lots of facts about the Olympic Games, including information about the sports and athletes.
CBC: 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
The CBC's official site for the 2008 Olympic Games!
The official site of the 2010 Olympic Games !
Everything you want to know about the Canadian Olympics!
Find out the history of the Olympic Games, and more!
The Olympic Games at Enchanted Learning
Information about the games, the Olympic flag, and craft activities for you to do!
