January 15, 2021
K-12 Student Resources Newsletter
You will need a library card to use the library-exclusive resources listed below.
Visit our online catalog to search for print, ebooks, audiobooks, and more.
Visit our Homework Tools page to view a wide range of online resources.
A NOTE TO USERS OF EBOOKS AND EAUDIOBOOKS

Over the next two months, Scott County Library will transition to Libby as your one-stop shop for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines. There will be a period of migration as we work to move our collections to Overdrive's Libby app.

Stay tuned for announcements that will affect you who use CloudLibrary for ebooks and eaudiobooks. Current estimates are that the transition will take place in late February.
Early Elementary
Resource of the Month:
MNLINK
It can be frustrating to search for a book in our library catalog and discover that we don't carry it. But all is not lost! Through MNLINK, you can request books, music, and movies from libraries all over Minnesota and have them delivered to your local library. This service is free and although delivery has been delayed somewhat by the pandemic, most request can be filled in 2-3 weeks.
graphic of MNLINK logo
Booklist of the Month: Caldecott Medal Winners
The American Library Association's 2021 youth media awards, including the Caldecott award to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children, will be announced on January 25th - you can even watch the announcements live at https://ala.unikron.com/ . In the meantime, check out the list of past Caldecott winners below.
Upper Elementary
Resource of the Month:
Homework HelpNow Skill Surfer
You may already be using the amazing Live Tutoring on Homework HelpNow, but don't miss the free Skill Surfer tools also available on the site. There are lessons and practice tests available for grades 3 & up in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies. To use the service, sign in with your library card number and PIN.
screen shot of Homework HelpNow's Skill Surfer section
Booklist of the Month: Newbery Medal Winners
The American Library Association's 2021 youth media awards, including the Newbery award for distinguished contributions to American literature for children, will be announced on January 25th - you can even watch the announcements live at https://ala.unikron.com/ . In the meantime, check out the list of past Newbery winners below.
Secondary (7th-12th)
Resource of the Month:
Acting on Dr. King's Call
Monday, January 18, 4:30-5:30pm
Presented by the Minnesota Historical Society. Explore how Black Minnesotans have refused to normalize injustice and inequality and are responding today with action, innovation, and persistence. The event is part of MNHS's Black History, Black Voices series and there are several other virtual events also taking place the same week.

This program will be streamed live on Facebook and YouTube.
Photograph of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr and the quote "I have a dream"