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Click here to access the library catalog and your account!

Username: email handle (the name part of your email address ONLY)

Password: your Powerschool ID 

 

Check out links to all things related to reading! We'll have book lists, student recommendations, a place to suggest titles, book trailers, book talks, and so much more!

Librarian's Choice

Check out these top, must-see options for reading at home. For a Google Doc with additional instructions and options, click below.

Check out our reading options here. 

Comics Plus

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Access tons of comics by checking out Comcis Plus! Each title has multi-user access, meaning there aren't limitations on how many people can check out a title. You and your friends can read the same comics and talk about them later. To access this, follow these steps:

  1. Login to Clever
  2. Click "Mackin Via"
  3. Click "Databases" 
  4. Click the blue button that says "Open Now" to the right of Comics Plus. 
  5. Enjoy!!!

Chapel Hill Public Library and Orange County Public Library e-resources 

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Chapel Hill Public Library

  1. Go to the Chapel Hill Public Library website
  2. Your username is your school student ID number
  3. The password is the month and date of your birthday in the format MMxDD (example 03x16)

Orange County Public Library

  1. Go to the Orange County Public Library website
  2. Go to the Research/Tech tab
  3. Choose the resource you wish to use
  4. Your username is your school student ID number
  5. The password is the month and date of your birthday in the format MMxDD (example 03x16)

Need help downloading and using apps like Libby or Overdrive? Email me by clicking my email address: ggrana@chccs.k12.nc.us

If passwords don't work:
  • Chapel Hill Public Library: Use the Forgot My Password link on the website or call the main number to speak to a staff member 919-968-2777
  • Orange County Public Library: Call 919.245.2525 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or email library@orangecountync.gov

EBSCO's eBook Collection

Check out the eBooks available via Ebsco!

  1. Go to NCEdCloud
  2. Select EBSCO
  3. Select eBook Collection

Tutorials: 

Deep Dive

Click here to access a Google Doc with additional resources if you want to see additional resources to get the most out of your time. This is a living document, so I'll be adding resources as I come across them.

Web Reads

Are you a fan of Wuxiaworld? Check out a novel recommended by one of our former 8th graders, Rohan!

https://www.wuxiaworld.com/novel/warlock-of-the-magus-world

Webcomics

Our graphic novel collection is extensive and growing. However, what about webcomics? I've created this section to give you access to some great webcomics. Do you have any recommendations? Click here to email me your recommendations.

 

NCS Comics!

Created by current 8th grader Nate, new comics arrive regularly, so check back soon! Click here to access NCS Comics.

Rain the Webcomic

Check out this great webcomic, featuring a young person coming to terms with their identity! 

Stand Still Stay Silent

Stand Still Stay Silent logo in faint text with star logo in red in the center

This adventure series is all about friendship and magic, with a little bit of horror and drama mixed in. Follow all the adventures by clicking here. 

Go Comics

Read all of your favorite newspaper comic strips in one place! 

Click here to check out Go Comics!

Molly Ostertag tackles Tolkein

The Lord of the Rings has long been a beloved text here at Smith. Molly Knox Ostertag, the author of the popular Witch Boy graphic novel series, took on the task of creating comic versions of several key scenes of the scenes between Frodo and Sam, but with a twist of her own. 

Click here to read the five chapters.

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The Wormworld Saga

In this digital graphic novel, Jonas finds himself lost in a fantasy world through a portal in one of his grandmother's paintings. He's mourning the loss of his mom, he's trying to navigate a new world, and he's hoping to find his way home. Will he make it? Click here to embark on the unforgettable adventure you'll find in the WormWorld Saga.

Paranatural logo in purple bubble letters on an orange background, with additional purple text by Zach Morrison

Paranatural 

Paranatural is a comedy/action comic about a group of superpowered middle schoolers fighting evil spirits and investigating paranormal activity in their hometown. Click here to access this series!

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Cucumber Quest

In this fantasy webcomic, "...bunny kids going on adventures and having fun." (from the About page.) Click here to access this webcomic.

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Ozy and Millie

Enjoy this funny comic strip through an archive that collects strips dating back to 2008! Follow the adventures of anthropomorphized, snarky foxes and other creatures as they navigate a wild world. Click here to check out the Ozy and Millie archive.  

Purple background with a green chalkboard reading Scared by the Bell with three monsters standing around, including a mummy

Scared by the Bell

Peter's new school is... different. Check out his adventures in a school populated by monsters and all sorts of spooky creatures. It's funny, it's creepy, and it's relatable! Click here to follow Peter's adventures in his new school.

Red

A short retelling of the Little Red Riding Hood story with a queer twist! Click here to read all 10 short entries. 

Girl Genius 

For fans of steampunk and adventure, check out this awesome series featuring a girl who must use her engineering skills to navigate a sci-fi world filled with perils around every corner.

Click here to access Girl Genius.

Marvel's Hero Project 

Read these comics based on the real-life heroics of some extraordinary kids. Click here to access this collection of comics. 

The Creepy Case Files of Margo Maloo 

Enjoy this creepy mystery series about kids who search for monsters in dark places. Click here to access Margo Maloo!

Gunnerkrigg Court 

Check out this supernatural adventure set at a most unusual boarding school. Click here to read Gunnerkrigg Court.

Audrey's Magic Nine 

From the About Page: "The story follows a young orphan named Audrey who goes on a quest to help her newly discovered friends unravel an enchanted mystery. Armed with a pencil, sketchbook, and some surprisingly unexceptional magical help, Audrey and company will embark on many whimsical adventures and escapades to reach a mysterious realm beyond her artistic imagination."

The webcomic has come to an end, so make sure you start at the beginning by clicking here. If you go to the main page, you'll spoil the ending for yourself!

Comic Book Resources

Marvel's Website provides character bios and up-to-date information on all Marvel Comic Books! Click here to go to Marvel's website.

 

Comics Vine is an excellent resource for in-depth character bios, questions about comics continuities, and information in general about all things related to comic books. Click here to visit the website!

 

La Borinqueña - Click here to go to the website dedicated to La Borinqueña!