Homework Help Center | San Diego Public Library

Got Homework? We've got help!

Students and Parents! Free online help for classroom assignments is as close as your computer. Kids and adults can access online resources remotely from any computer home, school or at the library. All you need is a library card or digital key card provided by a classroom teacher.

Want a Library Card that gives you full access to electronic resources and allows you to check out library books, DVDs, movies and more?
Download an application or go to your nearest branch library.

Still have questions? Contact the Library's Young Adult Services Coordinator, Vanassa Goodman, at 619-238-6676 or vgoodman@sandiego.gov.

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More Resources for Students
Resources for Educators and Parents

* Open every day from 1:00 to 10:00 p.m.! Connects students kindergarten through adult with expert tutors for live, one-on-one help with homework assignments in math, science, English and social studies. Students can access Live Homework Help from home or at any city library computer. Spanish-speaking tutors also are available.	* Open 24/7! Integrates thousands of pages of multimedia content, Web links and powerful search capabilities. An easier, faster way to access subjects you are covering in school.
See Fox 5 News Story about Live Tutoring Help for Kids and Adults FREE at the San Diego Public Library
See Channel 10 News Story about what Makes Live Homework Help so Great to Use. (Video courtesy of Channel 10 News) Videos on the City’s website require Windows Media Player for viewing. If you have a disability and need an alternate format of a video presentation, email CityTV at CityTV@sandiego.gov.

Open 24/7!
Provides free reference assistance from a trained librarian. Ask a librarian your tough question any time!

Research Databases* Open 24/7!
Links to more than 65 databases including encyclopedias, photos, biographies, maps, science projects and more. Some resources are available in spanish, Recursos en Español (Spanish Databases)*. Try the Homework (Children/K-5)* section for simpler materials.

More Resources for Students

Library Catalog - Find books, videos, music and more at the San Diego Public Library.
Kid's Corner
Services for Children, Teens, and Young Adults
Searching the Internet: Guide to the best web resources.
Internet Public Library
- For Kids
- Teen Space
- A+ Reseach and Writing Help
  Step by step help for writing a first-class research paper.
- Teen Poetry Wiki Express yourself freely in words and find new ways to do it.
ProQuest Homework Central - For homework and study skills, research advice, ideas, and more.
FactMonster - Quick facts on history, people, places, science, sports, words, and more.
New York Times Learning Network (Grades 6-12)
Do Something- Get involved through projects, causes, volunteering, clubs and more
WebExhibits- The arts and sciences, at 72 ppi
How Stuff Works - MP3s for example
College Planning and Financial Aid

Resources for Educators and Parents

Teachers

Get Digital Key Cards for Your Students
Digital Key Cards allow students to access online library resources without needing to obtain a full access library card that requires parent permission. To get these limited access cards for your entire class, follow these easy steps:
1. List your school name, grade you teach, number of students in your class, and your contact information - including full name, phone, and e-mail address to reach you.
2. Email the information to the Library.
Flyers and Posters

Download Electronic Resources Flyer (English, 8.5 x 11)
(PDF: 1.1Mb)
Download Electronic Resources Flyer (Spanish, 8.5 x 11)
(PDF: 1.3Mb)
Download Electronic Resources Poster (English, 11 x 17)
(PDF: 2.7Mb)
Download Electronic Resources Poster (Spanish, 11 x 17)
(PDF: 2.6Mb)

Proquest K-12 Educator Tools and Lesson Plans

Parents

A Letter to Parents from the Youth Services Coordinator (PDF: 78K)