Parent/guardian resources
The library is here to provide resources and tools to better understand and support your children through their developmental stages.
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Grants Pass School District 7
Get local school updates, district updates from the superintendent, and other important information from the Grants Pass School District.
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Find school reopening plans, meal service updates, and more from the Three Rivers School District.
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Teaching/Homeschool
We’re committed to supporting a thriving educational community (public, private, online, and/or homeschool) and the educational success of the students that they serve.
Higher Education
Research colleges and universities, use online test prep tools, learn about financial aid, and explore online learning opportunities.
Tough Topics
Connecting patrons to what they need is the library’s goal, but we also understand that patrons may be more comfortable researching some topics on their own.
Brainfuse HelpNow live tutoring
The tutors are in! Did you know that with a library card, students can access live virtual tutoring at no cost through Brainfuse HelpNow? Students from elementary through college level can get the help they need in various subjects, including math, writing, language, and more.
Local resources
- Family Connection
- The Family Connection provides local parents with community resources and opportunities to learn and gain parenting skills, while building peer support networks.
- The Sensory Space
- Experience Southern Oregon's 1st Free Sensory Space for families with children of all abilities.
- Growing Together Family Community Center
- Experience Southern Oregon's 1st Free Sensory Space for families with children of all abilities.
- Grants Pass School District 7 Parent Groups
- Prepare your little one for Kindergarten, join a playgroup, or sign up for parenting workshops.
Read, watch, listen
- Common Sense Media
- Find reviews for what your child wants to read or watch — and trusted ratings with families in mind.
- StopBullying.Gov
- Find information from various government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying.
- Just In Time Parenting
- This free parenting newsletter is delivered by email and specific to your child’s age and needs.
- Sesame Street In Communities
- Find lessons and fun activities to help navigate all sorts of milestones, life lessons, and tough conversations.
The Smithsonian
The Smithsonian offers a wide variety of childrens crafts and educational tools. Play with puzzles, games, quizzes, and even 3D models of the Smithsonian’s most treasured objects.
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Fun, substantive content takes kids aged six to 14 on adventures in science, nature, culture, and space.
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