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School Support

The Crystal Lake Public Library supports Crystal Lake families and student learning through library services, programs, and resources.

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 Lynda.com (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 – digital picture books
- Tumble Math – books and lesson plans aligned with math standards by grade level
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
- STEM Kits – youth and teen (currently not circulating)
- Parent/Teacher Collection
- Nonfiction DVDs
- Books in Spanish
- Books in Polish
- Wi-Fi Hotspots
Curbside Pick-up Service – borrow physical materials and schedule a time to pick them up
Ask a Question – call the CLPL Call Center, 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.