Resources for Learning at Home 

Your librarians are still working for you! 
​The best way to reach Ms. Drusin and Ms. Ferguson is
library@bths.edu 

•  Have a research question? Need help with an assignment?
• Having trouble with a public library account? 
• Need help with a new app or online service?​
• Just want to say hi?  We do!

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Table of Contents (click heading to go to that section)

1. Ebooks, Audiobooks and other online reading
2. Technology/internet resources
3. Virtual library activities 
4. ​Help with schoolwork or organization
5. Online learning and test prep
6. ​Stressed?  This is hard!  Please be kind to yourself

 

Ebooks, Audiobooks and Other Online reading

• Public Library cards and resources (All NYC residents can get cards for our three libraries) - ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, online learning
• ​Brooklyn Tech now has ebooks and audiobooks through Sora
  • 9th and 10th graders can also access young adult public library ebooks and audiobooks through Sora
  • 11th and 12th graders can also access all public library ebooks and audiobooks through Sora

​Other options:

• Scribd free 30 days (no credit card needed).  Full access to books, audiobooks, magazines, and sheet music.  
• Firstbook Open Ebooks program (pleasure reading):  email us for a username/password (library@bths.edu).  Recommended books in that program. ​
• Amazon Prime ebooks (free for members) 
• Discount ebooks 80% off (updated list monthly) through Book Riot.

Free audiobooks and podcasts: ​

• Audiobooks.com 3 free for 30 days (requires credit card)
• Audible.com  -  free audiobooks (good books for all ages in elementary section too and Spanish, French, German and Japanese) 
• See Scribd above
• List of podcasts for newbies.  Thanks, Rachel Greene, et. al.

​Other

• Tech's own literary and arts publication, Horizons
• Free Manga: https://www.viz.com/shonenjump/chapters/all
• Free Comic Books
  • ​​Marvel Monthly Free Access (changes monthly)
  • *Comics Books Plus: https://nycdoehs.comicsplus.app  Login: nycdoehs  Password: books123​
• *New York Times for students - free digital access through 9/1/21.  Students look for invite in bths.edu email
• Free webcomics from School Library Journal (scroll down for YA) 

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Need help with wifi access - internet, computer? 

• If you need internet access or want to check on getting unlimited wifi service here are some local resources.​
  • Ways to increase internet speed.
• Recycle an old computer and please let us know if you try this: library@bths.edu
  • Turn and old computer into a Chromebook:  Neverware.com. 
  • Or Linux OS (here is one example of PC to Linux)
• Request an ipad from DOE: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learn-at-home/ipad-distribution or call 718-935-5100, select option 5
• NYC DOE tech help

 Virtual Library Activities

More info on: Annual Reading Challenge

Help with schoolwork

Public libraries offer live, one-to-one tutoring - Brainfuse, 2-11pm

• Brooklyn Public Library: To obtain a Brooklyn Public Library eCard, fill out this form. Families and students may access Brainfuse using their Brooklyn Public Library eCard.
• New York Public Library: To obtain a New York Public Library eCard, download and use the SimplyE app. Please note that this app has been uploaded to all iPads issued by the DOE. For instructions on how to apply using the SimplyE app, please visit NYPL.org. Families and students may access Brainfuse using their New York Public Library eCard.
• Queens Public Library: To obtain a Queen Public Library eCard, fill out this form. Families and students may access Brainfuse using their Queens Public Library eCard.

Organization

• Staying organized - keep your class information together, class homework sheet, and schedule.
• keep a planner of nightly homework and long-term project due dates.  Write down everything that needs to be done, even if it is small.
• Try bullet journaling
• Give yourself a schedule each day and highlight the most important (breaks for meals, getting outside (safely), exercise, contacting friends, something fun)​.

Simple Tech tools 

Make videos (of yourself or screen or both):

• Screencastomatic.com (15 mins max) or Screencastify (5 mins max) (Chrome add on)

Google Classroom tools:  https://teachfromhome.google/intl/en/

• Google Meet Grid View Chrome add-on

Make a podcast:  NPR guide

Online learning and Online Test Prep

AP 
AP Tests will still happen in another format.  Stay up to date with test dates and free study resources 
​https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/coronavirus-updates#free-ap-classes

Free SAT Prep 

• ​collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/
• ​khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat
• ​cracksat.net/index.html
• Learning Express (use public library card and PIN)

  

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Stressed?  This is tough!  Please be kind to yourself!

In need of some help (food, rent, elderly care) for yourself or families?  NY Thrive contacts here, and NYAM resources here, but also feel free to email your guidance counselors.  

• Try going for a fast walk (if safe) or getting some exercise.  Even a little bit can help.  Here are some free workouts.
• Listen to some guided meditation (great for help getting to sleep or getting a "reset")
  • Liberate
  • Calm
• Articles:  Advice can be overwhelming.  See if there is one tip to try.
  • 5 ways to combat stress/anxiety
  • How to cope with loneliness
  • Telecommuting strategies for adults with ADHD 
  • General tips for managing.  Read and re-read.  Try different strategies.  
• Need help?  There is help.  It is really ok to ask.  Ask us, ask your teachers.  ​Email Ms. Drusin or Ms. Ferguson at Library@bths.edu
  • Email your guidance counselor or Mr. Ventura: jventura2@schools.nyc.gov
  • Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233, texting “LOVEIS” to 2252
  • Suicide Prevention 1-800-273-8255.