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Books
Search the media catalogto find books by using terms appropriate for your topic. See a media specialist if you need help. There may be a cart of books pulled for your class if you are coming to the media center.

Databases
ABC-CLIO - click on the Daily Life Through History database; click on Eras at the top; each article contains images Encyclopedia Brittanica - after you find an article, you can look at related media and the web's best sites for additional info. World History in Context - Click on Topics; then "Events, Periods, and Cultural Trends" History Resource Center - search for articles and images Britannica ImageQuest - Search for images for your Glogster

eBooks
Go to History section; Encyclopedia of World History & World Eras; OR just use the search feature at the top right to search all of History eBooks
 * Norcross High eBooks **(password on pg. 31 of agenda book)

Use the search all feature once you click on the different eBook options
 * GCPS eBooks **(may also require password on pg. 31 of agenda or availble through the student portal)

Recommended Websites
WebPath Express - like Google, but with pre-reviewed sites
 * Renaissance:
 * Uffizi Gallery
 * Web Gallery of Art
 * Reformation:
 * Met Museum
 * Scientific Revolution
 * Scientific Revolution
 * History Guide
 * YouTube video - first 40 sec. are weird; keep watching
 * History Teacher- scientist bios; primary docs

Other Resources
Wordle - copy and paste text; use Hypersnap to save it as a jpg to embed in your Glogster; use Advanced to customize your Wordle Zamzar - converts video files, but not YouTube Microsoft Images - another resource for photos

How do I cite my sources?

 * See the media center's MLA page for citation sheets.