Library Learning Center
Herscher Intermediate School
It is an awfully sad misconception that librarians simply check books in and out. The library is the heart of a school, and without a librarian, it is but an empty shell.
- Jarrett J. Krosoczka
“Google can bring you back 100,000 answers. A librarian can bring you back the right one.”
— Neil Gaiman
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Resources
Digital Information
Can't I just Google?
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Most of the information found by using Internet search engines, such as Google, is free.
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Library digital resources (databases) contain copyrighted, licensed, and proprietary information.
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Herscher CUSD #2 pays for access to digital resources so that students can access the information for free.
Most information retrieved from search engines such as Google hasn't been evaluated. It could be inaccurate, biased, or it might not be current. Information from the "free" Internet has to be carefully evaluated before using.
Articles found in the library's digital resources have already been evaluated for accuracy and credibility.
The Herscher CUSD#2 Libraries use Follett Destiny to digitally circulate and catalog their collections. HIS fourth graders are taught to use the OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog).
The United States Edition profiles each state within the United States. As an add-on product to CountryReports it compliments the in depth country profiles found within the CountryReports database. K-12 students, kids, libraries, business and tourists will find the US States Edition helpful as they seek to learn more about the United States.
Be sure to Log In with our district password to access all available information.
Herscher CUSD #2 offers World Book in several formats.
Kids - Elementary
Student - Middle Grade
Advanced - High School
Discover - Reluctant Readers
Spanish Language Edition
A database of information on countries of the world, CountryReports provides over 35,000 pages of online content on geography and cultures of the world.
Be sure to Log In with our district password to access all available information.
