School Support
Student Library Cards Available for District 47 Students
Digital Books from CLPL in SORA (District 47 & 155)
- Physical library featuring
- Wonderbooks – print books with audiobook player inside
- Launchpads – preloaded tablets on select topics for K-2, 3-5, and grades 5 and up
- Literacy Kits – backpacks featuring a variety of topics with activities, games, and books for preschool and up
- STEM Kits (youth for K-5 and teen 6+) features a variety of activities, games, and robots plus books for further investigation
- Parent/Teacher Collection
- Nonfiction DVDs
- Books in Spanish
- Books in Polish
- Wi-Fi Hotspots
- Research – use high-quality, published, online resources and online tutoring help
- Learning Chrome OS – training video about operating system on Chromebooks through LinkedIn Learning (library card required)
- eLibrary featuring
- Hoopla – immediately borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, & music
- OverDrive – large collection of eBooks & eAudiobooks (Chromebook help)
- eRead Illinois – eBooks & eAudiobooks (Chromebook help)
- Tumblebooks – animated talking picture books, chapter books, non-fiction books, videos, and books in French & Spanish
- Books & Reading – get reading recommendations, find staff-created booklists, book clubs, and reading incentive programs
- Ask a Question – call the Library at 815.459.1687, or email kids@clpl.org
- Illinois Talking Book and Braille Program – Staff can provide referrals for students for audio or braille library service through mail or digital download due to any barriers that prevent them from interacting with traditional books.
Homeschool Support
State Resources
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- Illinois State Board of Education – Requirements for homeschooling in Illinois
- Illinois Christian Home Educators – Information about IL law, conventions, support groups and more
- Illinois H.O.U.S.E. (Home Oriented Unique Schooling Experience) – Statewide non-denominational website
Local Resources
Crystal Lake School District 47 Resources
