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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 summer reading options here.
Smith Student News
Check out the Smith Middle School newspaper, including links to older issues, by clicking below!
Chapel Hill Public Library and Orange County Public Library e-resources
Chapel Hill Public Library
- Go to the Chapel Hill Public Library website
- Your username is your school student ID number
- The password is the month and date of your birthday in the format MMxDD (example 03x16)
Orange County Public Library
- Go to the Orange County Public Library website
- Go to the Research/Tech tab
- Choose the resource you wish to use
- Your username is your school student ID number
- 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
NCWiseOwl's eBook Collection
Check out the eBooks available via NCWiseOwl and Ebsco! Simply go to ncwiseowl.org and click ebooks. For the password, please email me: ggrana@chccs.k12.nc.us because we're not allowed to publish the password online.
Tutorials:
- Click here to learn how to search within Ebsco's system.
- Click here to learn how to Download eBooks (This will help you save on data charges!)
- Click here to learn about the reading features available.
Audible Stories
Audible has made multiple titles free for the listening. Click Tween or Teen at the top of the page to get to great books for middle school, or use any of the language buttons to access materials in other languages.
Click here to access Audible Stories.
Kids stories in ASL
Check out this AWESOME collection of stories told in ASL.
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.
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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.
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.
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
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!
Cucumber Quest
In this fantasy webcomic, "...bunny kids going on adventures and having fun." (from the About page.) Click here to access this webcomic.
Ozy and Millie
Enjoy this funny comic strip through an archive that collects stips dating back to 2008! Follow the adventures of anthropomorphized, snarky foxes and other creatures as they navigate a wild world. Click here to go to the Ozy and Millie archive.
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.
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!
