Biology: Finding Information Online
A library guide for Samohi students
Database Search Tips for Better Results
Use Boolean operators ... simple words that are used to combine or exclude in a search, either to expand or narrow results. Examples: AND, OR, NOT
- Flora AND Fauna searches for both words (narrows search)
- Flora OR Fauna searches for one or all, but both is optional (expands search)
- Flora NOT Fauna searches for the first word, Flora and excludes sources with the word Fauna (narrows search)
Relevant School Databases
U: SMMUSDS P: library
Our databases contain general and subject-specific areas. You may also narrow or expand search results by selecting source types (ie newspapers, journals), dates, article type (ie reviews, articles), and so on in the filters provided. Sources can be selected and emailed for future reference.
U: SMMUSDS P: library
Our databases contain general and subject-specific areas. You may also narrow or expand search results by selecting source types (ie newspapers, journals), dates, article type (ie reviews, articles), and so on in the filters provided. Sources can be selected and emailed for future reference.
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ProQuest
General search that accesses all ProQuest databases, like Research Library, Historical Newspapers, etc. |
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Salem Press Science
Includes themes on critical insights and critical surveys related to literature and mythology. |
School Library Catalog
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Destiny Quest
Offers search results for library titles available in our district's collection. The "Web Sites" tab offers reliable online materials. Use the filter to narrow your search by grade level, lexile, source type, etc. If you log in, selected works can be saved for future reference. |
Los Angeles Public Library Database
Requires Library Card to Access. Download an application here and turn it in to your teacher to process!
Requires Library Card to Access. Download an application here and turn it in to your teacher to process!
AccessScience (McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology)
Online version of the standard encyclopedia with updated science and technology news, biographies, learning resources, study guides, and links to related web sites.
Beacham's Guide to the Endangered Species of North America
Gale Virtual Reference e-Book. Extensive data on the habitats and ecosystems of more than 1,200 species identified by U.S. Fish and Wildlife service, arranged taxonomically, 6 volumes.
Encyclopedia of Global Warming
Salem Science e-Book. Comprehensive coverage of the science, policy and social issues surrounding global warming and climate change
General OneFile (Gale)
News and periodical articles on a wide range of topics: business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social science, sports, technology with many full-text articles.
Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia
Gale Virtual Reference e-Book. Major reference work on the study of the animal kingdom with illustrations, 11 volumes.
Science in Context
Information on subjects ranging from earth science and life science, to space, technology, mathematics, science history, and biography for assignments and projects.
Weather Almanac
Gale Virtual Reference e-Book.In-depth weather records for 18 major U.S. cities and overview of the county with information on hurricanes, tornadoes and more weather resources.
Online version of the standard encyclopedia with updated science and technology news, biographies, learning resources, study guides, and links to related web sites.
Beacham's Guide to the Endangered Species of North America
Gale Virtual Reference e-Book. Extensive data on the habitats and ecosystems of more than 1,200 species identified by U.S. Fish and Wildlife service, arranged taxonomically, 6 volumes.
Encyclopedia of Global Warming
Salem Science e-Book. Comprehensive coverage of the science, policy and social issues surrounding global warming and climate change
General OneFile (Gale)
News and periodical articles on a wide range of topics: business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social science, sports, technology with many full-text articles.
Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia
Gale Virtual Reference e-Book. Major reference work on the study of the animal kingdom with illustrations, 11 volumes.
Science in Context
Information on subjects ranging from earth science and life science, to space, technology, mathematics, science history, and biography for assignments and projects.
Weather Almanac
Gale Virtual Reference e-Book.In-depth weather records for 18 major U.S. cities and overview of the county with information on hurricanes, tornadoes and more weather resources.