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Searching For Information

You can search for information in many different ways. Here are just a few:

You can search the Durham County Library Catalog to find out what resources the Durham County Library system has and where they are located.

You can search Online Resources like those listed below. These resources are part of NCLIVE and can be accessed from any library location as well as from home by library card holders. Call the reference desk for password and assistance.

• Encyclopedia of Animals
• Middle Search Plus
• Primary Search

Or you can search the Internet using search engines that can help you locate information. Below are some search engines designed specifically for children. If you need assistance finding specific information, the librarians in the Children's Room would be happy to help you learn how.

• KidsClick!
• Yahooligans
• Ask Jeeves for Kids
• The Yuckiest Site on the Internet

Last update: March 14, 2007