Parents & Teachers

These helpful resources will assist with education/homework tips, home schooling, fun family activities and more!

211 – a Connecticut community database with health and human service providers’ links to resources such as parenting education and support, family services, healthcare, housing, youth groups & more.

Consumer Affairs: Online Homeschool – many families decide to homeschool their children. This resource provides you a look at companies that offer online homeschool programs.

PBS Parents –  boasts a variety of resources such as fun & healthy snacks, crafts & activities, child development trackers and even birthday party ideas for kids! Check it out!

Playworks – schools can create play environments that help kids be their best. This site helps schools to make the most out of recess and play through free resources.

ResearchIT CT  – is statewide database that is free for all Connecticut residents. Whether it is researching a topic of interest or collecting data for a formal report, researchIT CT can help!

Scholastic for Parents – offers families reading help, activities and interactive learning for children ages 0-13! There are also articles on trending topics such as childhood anxiety, new books or how to become more involved in your child’s education and school community.

World Book Encyclopedia – use your library card to sign in to World Book Online

New London Resources

Ledge Light Heath District – LLHD serves as the local health department for New London. They help promote health and wellness by enforcing health code, conducting health education programs, monitoring disease outbreaks and nurturing our environment.

New London School Readiness Council – the council is dedicated to the mission that all New London children, birth through age 8, are healthy, safe, thriving and successful. Learn about the school readiness program providers and other resources for families.

School Based Health Center – The SBHC provides physical exams for school, immunizations, treatment of acute injuries and illnesses and performs many more valuable services.

Teacher Library Cards:

The Public Library of New London has Teacher Cards available for teachers who work in New London Public Schools and for people who work at Daycares and Nursery Schools in New London.

Click HERE for more more information!