DATABASES
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For NZ information try these sites:
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EPIC is set up to provide NZ students with access to reliable information on a wide range of topics. The trick is selecting the right database for your research needs. The library has selected some of the most popular databases and grouped them - simply scroll down and read the descriptions. Please note - if you are accessing these outside of our school you will need the EPIC password which you will find here
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Encyclopaedias and General Reference
Britannica School has three different reading levels so excellent starting point for many research topics.
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A general research resource aimed at year 7 and 8 students
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general research resource aimed at year 7-10 students
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Search across over 10 databases at once
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Social Sciences (Social Studies and History)
Resources for students on many curriculum topics, including overviews, biographies, timelines, plot summaries and audio clips. Recommended year levels 7-13
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Looking for a famous person ? Start here - searchable by name, nationality, and occupation. Recommended year levels 7-13
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An e-book collection providing access to a growing collection of important works on the Treaty of Waitangi, Recommended year levels 7-13
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A wide range of general magazines and reference sources. Recommended year levels 9-13
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Science and Health
Information on hundreds of today's most significant science topics. Recommended year levels 7-13
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Information on the physical, social and economic aspects of environmental issues. Recommended year levels 7-13
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Authoritative answers to health and medical questions from a huge range of health/medical resources. Recommended year levels 9-13
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English
Search or browse for books by genre, author, age group, period or theme – or find award winners. Recommended year levels 7-13
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Full text access to a wealth of literary works, biographies, reviews and more. Recommended year levels 9-13
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Critical essays, book reviews, biographies and author interviews from a range of periods and genres. Recommended year levels 9-13
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A wide range of reference resources on Shakespeare. Recommended year levels 9-13
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