Resources for Teachers
Maximize your instruction with these resources that support your curriculum and student assignments. Whether you are looking for books to share in your elementary classrooms, resources for your teen and adult learners to practice for a GED, SAT or GMAT, or the perfect source for a research paper, the Library provides databases for research, eMedia for students of all levels, online courses, and Oklahoma history resources, as well as resources in print to ensure your students become lifelong learners.
Blog Entries
Ignite Your Mind and Your Career with Brainfuse
Brainfuse has a variety of useful resources for every age and learning level including homework help, study tools and practice tests, college or career path counseling, resume and interview assistance and more!
Our new Brainfuse online resource includes three unique services, Help Now, ...
Crazy 8's Math Club
Edmond Library recently started hosting sessions of the Crazy 8's Math Club, and it's been a huge success! Watch Ryn Lewis, Teen Librarian, at the Edmond Library talk with reporter Shelby Love of Fox 25 about the class....
Events
Do you love to read but just don't have the time for a formal book club? Join us for a new quarterly event with material chosen by you and your fellow readers! Del City Library Room A. Sunday 4:30 to 5:30.
Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.
Would you like our therapy dogs to come out regularly? Show us your support by meeting and greeting these fine canines and let us know if we should continue this as an ongoing program!
Disclaimer(s)
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Be Advised: This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.
By Attending, you consent: To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.
For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer
Let the Adventure Begin - Summer Fun Family Take Home Kit!
Adventure begins at your library! Grab this summer long take home kit to begin your family's summer adventure.
Disclaimer(s)
Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.
We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).
It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
Go Outside! Adventures in Nature - Summer Fun Family Take Home Kit!
Adventure begins in your back yard! The summer isn't over yet and it keeps getting better. Use this summer kit to guide some family outdoor activities.
Disclaimer(s)
Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.
We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).
It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
Do you love to read but just don't have the time for a formal book club? Join us for a new quarterly event with material chosen by you and your fellow readers! Del City Library Room A. Sunday 4:30 to 5:30.
Do you love to read but just don't have the time for a formal book club? Join us for a new quarterly event with material chosen by you and your fellow readers! Del City Library Room A. Sunday 4:30 to 5:30.
Databases
Film Scripts Online
The Film Scripts Online Series contains over 1,100 scripts and makes available, for the first time, accurate and authorized versions of copyrighted screenplays. Now film lovers and scholars can compare the writer’s vision with the producer’s and director’s interpretations from page to screen.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
A virtual bookshelf containing digital copies of reference titles covering a range of subjects including biographies, business, education, multicultural studies, and science.
HelpNow
HelpNow is a homework help and skills building service that offers live online tutoring for elementary through high school students. HelpNow also offers a writing lab, practice tests, skills building lessons, a flashcard generator, and virtual study rooms. Tutoría en línea en español y mucho mas gratis. This resource is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.
LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress Library contains study guides and practice tests to help you prepare for career- and school-related tests (GED, ACT, SAT, ASVAB, CDL, NCLEX-RN, etc), job and career resources to help you search for a job, write a resume, and guide you through the interview process, and self-paced tutorials for computer and internet basics.
Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts
This database indexes hundreds of journals that cover librarianship, classification, cataloging, bibliometrics, online information retrieval, information management, and more. Coverage extends back to the mid-1960s. This resource is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.
Literary Reference Center Plus
Search thousands of literary criticisms, author biographies, full text classics, stories, and poetry. This resource is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.
Collections
Grass Roots Press - Hoopla
Grass Roots Press is a niche publisher, specializing in resources for adults with limited literacy skills. They have an international reputation for publishing high-quality materials for adult basic education and English language learners. This collection can be accessed through Metro's subscription to Hoopla digital. It can be found independently by searching for "Grass Roots Press" in the publisher field using the Advanced Search function.
TumbleBook Library
The TumbleBook Library has over a thousand always available eBooks for elementary school students. It includes animated talking picture books, chapter books, videos, non-fiction titles, and graphic novels as well as learning activities for literacy and reading comprehension such as puzzles, games, quizzes, and lesson plans.
Preschool Education
Teaching preschool can be challenging. Use our resources to learn new strategies for teaching preschool.
Teacher Certification
Being a certified teacher opens the door to new opportunities. Use our study guides to pass your teacher certification test.