School Support
The Crystal Lake Public Library supports Crystal Lake families and student learning through library services, programs and resources.
Library Tools for Back to School Grades K-2 – recorded virtual program
Library Tools for Back to School Grades 3-5 – recorded virtual program
Digital Books from CLPL in SORA
- Books & Reading – get reading recommendations, find staff-created booklists, book clubs, and reading incentive programs
- 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)
- Recorded Virtual CLPL Programs for kids
- eLibrary featuring
- Hoopla – immediately borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, & music
- OverDrive – large collection of eBooks & eAudiobooks (Chromebook help)
- eRead Illinois – eBooks & eAudiobooks (Chromebook help)
- Flipster – digital magazines
- Tumblebooks – animated talking picture books, chapter books, non-fiction books, videos, and books in French & Spanish
- 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
- Drive-Up Window – borrow and return physical materials without getting out of your car
- Ask a Question – call the Library at 815.459.1687, email kids@clpl.org, or use the chat service
- Learn and Explore from Home – collection of online resources picked by CLPL staff
- 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