Encyclopedia/ Databases/ Textbooks

  • Link: Britannica


    Age Group: All ages


    Description: A comprehensive reference site with articles on a variety of topics for research


    Strengths: High-Quality Materials & Depth


    Weaknesses: Limited Free Access

  • Link: Britannica Kids


    Age Group: Elementary, Middle, & High School


    Description: An educational resource providing safe, age-appropriate content for children’s homework and learning


    Strengths: Kid-Friendly


    Weaknesses: Simplified Content

  • Link: OpenStax


    Age Group: High School & College


    Description: Offers peer-reviewed textbooks on subjects like physics, mathematics, biology, social sciences, humanities, and business


    Strengths: High-Quality Materials


    Weaknesses: Limited Topics

  • Link: Wikipedia


    Age Group: All ages


    Description: A free online encyclopedia that anyone can edit, offering information on a vast array of subjects


    Strengths: Available in Multiple Languages & Extensive Coverage


    Weaknesses: Varying Credibility

  • Link: Wikiversity


    Age Group: All ages


    Description: Project devoted to learning resources, learning projects, and research for use in all levels, types, and styles of education


    Strengths: Available in Multiple Languages & Progressive Learning


    Weaknesses: Variability in Content