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
- 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.
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
Remote Learning Support
Crystal Lake School District 47 Resources
