LibGuides: Middle East Research: Reference Databases

Gale Virtual Reference Library

Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL) houses several ebooks that can be searched and accessed at school and home. Click on the icon to access a listing of eBooks available through GVRL. The password for our Gale resources is: west

Databases for SS Research

Global Issues This link opens in a new window
Information related to a wide variety of global issues. Results include video, audio, reference, journal articles and more.
password: west
Explora For Middle and High School This link opens in a new window
Searchable database covering a wide variety of topics from a wide variety of sources.
Available through Badgerlink. You should be able to access this automatically from school, but may need to log in with a Wisconsin public library card when accessing from home.
Britannica School Atlas This link opens in a new window
Interactive world atlas geared toward high school and middle school students. Physical maps as well as country information.
Britannica School - High This link opens in a new window
Available through Badgerlink. Great site for reference articles. Similar to WorldBook Online.

World Book Online

WorldBook Online This link opens in a new window
Searchable, online encyclopedia with a wide variety of topics.

Once in WorldBook Online, choose the "Advanced" option. Click on "Research & Resources" in the top right corner of the page. Finally, choose "Interactive Maps" to search for country information by clicking on the world map.