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Public libraries are the best sources of information in the world. And the public librarians are your guides that to that information. the Question and Answer Cafe is a great model of what the future public library will be.

To reach a public library staff member with your research question, click here.

If you are interested in one-to-one tutoriial help, click here. Then fill out the form, telling your librarian that you want to talk to a tutor. Your librarian will then take you to the Live Homework Help web site.
sfpllogoTHM: The San Francisco Public Library offers a rich collection of online resources. Library card holders have immediate access to articles in magazines, newspapers, encyclopedias, e-books, images and much more...

To access these resources, enter your library card number without spaces:

SFPL Library Card Number:

21223022011632


 

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Subscription Sites

Access to these sites is paid for by SFUSD or Galileo Academy. Some are only available on Galileo Network or require log-ins.

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  • World Geography by ABC-CLIO
    Web Geography, plus database information about countries & ethnic groups of the world
  • World History by ABC-CLIO
    Using this resource, students develop chronological knowledge by exploring the cultures, events, personalities, movements and religious developments that occurred around the globe and throughout history.
  • American History by ABC-CLIO
    The American History site will awaken learners to the rich heritage of our nation, heightening interest, bolstering academic knowledge, and raising achievement.
  • American Government by ABC-CLIO
    The goal of social studies is to develop productive citizens. This resource takes full advantage of the online learning environment, engaging learners in the study of American Government.
  • State Geography by ABC-CLIO
    With the State Geography site, students get support as they construct their own knowledge by examining in-depth cultural, physical and spatial information organized by state and topic.



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