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The Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL) is a virtual library that provides Tennesseans with access to over 400,000 electronic resources including magazines, scholarly journals, podcasts, videos, e-books, test preparation materials, and more. Here are a few databases appropriate for K-12 students. Go to TEL to see the complete list.
An easy to use resource for young learners. NOTE: Access limited by IP to users located in Tennessee. Resource provided by Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL).
Cross-curricular content aligned to Common Core State Standards. Find the information needed for papers, projects, and presentations. NOTE: Access limited by IP to users located in Tennessee. Resource provided by Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL).

Free resources for grades K-5. Includes eBooks, homework helper, and games & activities. NOTE: Access limited by IP to users located in Tennessee. Resource provided by Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL).

Collection of reference resources from World Book. Databases in this collection include World Book Early Learning, World Book Kids, World Book Student, World Book Advanced, World Book Discover, World Book Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos, World Book Timelines, and World Book eBooks. NOTE: Access limited by IP to users located in Tennessee. Resource provided by Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL).
Use these free collections to read books online without the need for a library card or an e-reader.
Award-winning children's literature is available on the shelves in Vol State's Thigpen Library in Gallatin. Search "Pioneer Search - In the Library" to find a specific title or author. Or browse the PZ section on the second floor of the library on the Gallatin campus.
These links connect you to the websites and catalogs for the public libraries in Sumner County. Links are arranged alphabetically by city name.
Use the following links to find a public library near you in Tennessee or Kentucky.
These sites provide free online learning resources. An account may be needed to access certain features.
This page is to help students in K-12 classes find age-appropriate information. Find Children's Books online and in the library. Use credible Online Learning Resources and Databases from TEL for reliable resources suitable for school assignments and projects.