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Douglas County Libraries Website Search Advanced Search Explore Recent Activity New Titles Awards Bestsellers Staff Picks What's New Library Info Hours & Locations Library Basics Library Perks Book Clubs Staff Recommendations DCL for Business Adult Education & Test Prep Join Our Team Kids & Teens Storytime Read, Listen, Watch Kids Events Parents & Teachers Homework Help Teens Digital Media Reserve a Space Library Events Authors & Events Kids Events Research Research Databases Archives & Local History Explore Recent Activity New Titles Awards Bestsellers Staff Picks What's New Library Info Hours & Locations Library Basics Library Perks Book Clubs Staff Recommendations DCL for Business Adult Education & Test Prep Join Our Team Kids & Teens Storytime Read, Listen, Watch Kids Events Parents & Teachers Homework Help Teens Digital Media Reserve a Space Library Events Authors & Events Kids Events Research Research Databases Archives & Local History Website Search Advanced Search Other DCL Blogs Battle of the Books Tales from Cabinet Thirteen -- Teacher Support Resources Posted on July 23, 2019 August 26, 2019 by melissa Douglas County Libraries offers a variety of services and tools to support educators throughout the school year. Here are a few ways we can help you in the classroom, and with making learning fun for your students. Scholastic Teachables A teacher’s best friend! This pre-K to 6 th grade resource provides high-quality worksheets and lesson plans from Scholastic, plus: Ready-made collections that accommodate the learning requirements of all students. Mini-books for every subject and grade. Learning games, fun projects, activities, and more. Try it now. Services & Experiences Book an Archivist – Our Archives & Local History staff can talk up local history in your classroom. Page to Stage – DCL takes literature-based children’s theater to K-5 students in Douglas County schools. Epic Reads – Our youth librarians visit schools throughout the year to recommend specially chosen books for students in grades 1-8. Resources Visit our Parents & Teachers page to learn more about these great teacher resources: Resources by Request – Request books, DVDs and audiobooks on any topic or genre and we’ll compile your “shopping list” for easy pickup. Library Tours – Bring your class to the library to see how the magic happens! Educator eNewsletter – Our eNewsletter is full of useful tips and ideas to help you prepare for each new semester of the school year. Sign up here. School Liaison – Connect with a DCL liaison assigned to your school. Kanopy – Instructional films, K-12 lessons, and more are available online. Educator’s Explora – This database provides great resources for educators. Research Databases – Access a variety of databases for expanded research and learning. For more information about DCL’s educator support services and resources, visit DCL.org/parents-teachers or call (303) 791-7323. 2 Comments on Teacher Support Resources Your DCL Schoolkit Posted on July 23, 2019 July 23, 2019 by melissa It’s August, and that means students are heading back to school. As a reminder, DCL’s “schoolkit” includes a variety of tools and resources to keep learners on top of their game throughout the school year. Online Databases & Lessons Our student research resources are conveniently categorized by grade level, making it easier to find the info needed for projects and studying. All your student needs is a library card—get one here if needed. Students of all ages and levels can access live homework help and tutoring through Brainfuse . Spanish-speaking tutors are also available. The Britannica online encyclopedia offers three age-appropriate levels and can be accessed from any device, including tablets and smartphones. Our full collection of databases for schoolwork, research and more can be found here . Need help finding the right books to match your child’s reading level? Try AR BookFinder and Scholastic’s Book Wizard . Foreign language lessons can boost classroom learning, and they’re available for free through Mango . Choose from over 70 languages. Kanopy offers The Great Courses , a series of college-level video courses covering a variety of subjects. Library Programs & Amenities Bark for Books – Kids ages 6-12 can boost literacy skills and reading confidence by reading out loud to trained therapy dogs. Reading Buddies – Trained teen volunteers work with struggling readers in grades 1-3 to help them improve skills. Ask a librarian for more information. Private Study Rooms – Reserve them with a library card at our Castle Pines, Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Parker and Roxborough locations. Parker Recording Studio – The perfect place to create videos, musical compositions, and other digital school projects—state-of-the-art video and recording equipment included! Reserve the Recording Studio with a DCL library card. Archives & Local History – This local and state history resource is at our Castle Rock location and online . Community Service Opportunities DCL needs volunteers, and students need community service credits for high school graduation—it’s a perfect match! Volunteers can assist with fun library events, participate in Reading Buddies or Teen Library Council, and perform other general library duties for credit. Visit VolunteerConnectDC.org and search Volunteer Opportunities with Douglas County Libraries to get started. Leave a Comment on Your DCL Schoolkit Check It Out! Large Print Books for Kids & Teens Posted on May 24, 2019 by melissa Douglas County Libraries (DCL) has expanded its collection of bestselling and popular large-print titles for children and young adults. The easy-to-read format is helpful for reluctant readers and those learning English or struggling with developmental delays or diagnoses like ADD/ADHD or dyslexia. Large Print = Big Advantages Larger print boosts comprehension and fluency for readers of all ages—and that leads to increased reading confidence and enthusiasm. Because there are fewer words per page, readers can more easily process information and sound out words. For kids and teens, large print can play an important role in motivating them to become better, lifelong readers. The books in DCL’s expanded large-print collection look the same as their standard font editions. They’re the same size, feature the same cover art, and fit into lockers and backpacks, easing any concerns about social stigmas. Explore DCL’s large-print collection for kids and teens today. Leave a Comment on Check It Out! Large Print Books for Kids & Teens Helping Kids Grow Posted on May 14, 2019 by melissa Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is offering 11 weeklong, half-day kids camps this summer at various DCL locations throughout the county. These engaging, interactive camps give kids ages 5-12 a chance to experience fun activities, learn new things, and even make new friends. While Camp DCL is a great value for the cost, it is sometimes financially difficult for families (for many different reasons) to send their kids to camp. That’s where the DCL Foundation and generous donors and sponsors like Tammy Lopez of Castle Pines Allstate are making a difference. The DCL Foundation recently granted 13 summer camp scholarships to local children who wouldn’t have otherwise been able to attend. Those kids will get the chance to discover something they love, connect with other kids, build relationships, and gain self-confidence. We’re thrilled to be a part of that! Thank you for supporting DCL and the Foundation in your giving. It has a direct impact on our ability to inspire the love of reading, connection and discovery in our youngest community members. “Due to a scholarship, my son was able to attend [the spring] LEGO Superhero Camp in Castle Rock. It is not possible to explain ...