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Children's Online Resources

Inside a Dog - Books for Young People

"Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside a dog, it's too dark to read." - Groucho Marx

  Inside a dog is a website about books and reading where young people can:

  • read and write reviews
  • meet the online author-in-residence
  • win stuff
  • preview upcoming titles
  • read interviews with authors
  • keep up to date with all the latest bookish news
  • talk about books on the forum

   

 

  

 

 

 

access insideadog from the library or home

 

Magpies Children's Literature

A guide to children's fiction, poetry and short stories, with an emphasis on Australian
material. Search for titles by subject, author, series and age level.

 

 

 

 

access Magpies from the library
(if prompted for a login use these details:
user:  ppls
password:  books)


 

Bookflix

Scholastic BookFlix is a new online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.

 

 

 

 

 

access Bookflix from the library

Need Help With Homework?

yourtutor is a free online service available through your library membership.

An Australian service, it connects thousands of students in Years 4-12 to tutors who provide instant help and coaching in all main subjects: Mathematics, Science, General English, Essay Writing, Assignment Research (finding information, organising reports/assignments), Study Skills (time management, note taking skills, revision techniques, etc.)

The service allows you to communicate with real tutors via an interactive chat session, exchange files, draw on a shared ideas board and watch in real time as they find study materials for you on the web.

It is accessible from home via your internet connection - you just need your library card number (IN FULL). Alternatively you may log in using the free internet computers at your local library - just make a booking with staff.

 

 

access yourtutor from home or the library   

Note:  This service is only available Monday through Friday from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.

 

Need more Information

  • Email library@portphillip.vic.gov.au or use eServices to ask us a question, request information
    or give us feedback online. If you prefer call ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713
    and ask for Port Phillip Library Service.