In response to the Covid virus, many resources are available through the Bain Middle School Library to support virtual learning including:
Michael L. Printz Award for Young Adult Literature
Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers
Series & Sequels - Midcontinent Public Library
What Should I Read Next?
NoveList is a complete resource for fiction and nonfiction pleasure reading!
All Cranston Students now have access to Tutor.com through the Cranston Public Library's website.
Students need a Cranston Public Library card to make a Tutor.com account.
AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner
1.1.4 Find, evaluate and select appropriate sources to answer questions.
1.1.8 Demonstrate mastery of technology tools for accessing information and pursuing inquiry.
4.1.1 Read, view and listen for pleasure and personal growth.
4.1.2 Read widely and fluently to make connections with self, the world, and previous teaching.
Use the genre quick links below to see available books in the Bain library. Check the right side of the list to see if the book is in or out. Use the Book Request Form below to have the book delivered to your homeroom or to arrange a pickup with Mrs. Grabbert if you are a DL student.
RI Middle School Book Award Nominees 2021
Verse Novels (fiction stories written in poetry form)
Log in to the Bain Library Catalog and renew a book, place a book on hold from the Bain library, or order a book from another school library.
To renew your books, click on the "My Info" tab and click "renew" to the far right of book title.
You may also view your library record (items out, fines, hold requests, etc.), by clicking on the "My Info" tab.
Until further notice and due to Covid, students are not allowed in the library before or after school. Please fill out the library book request form on this page or email Mrs. Grabbert (bgrabbert@cpsed.net) and your book will be delivered to your room. Students may check out two books at a time.
Mon. 7:50 am - 2:20 pm
Tues. 7:50 am - 2:20 pm
Wed. 7:50 am - 2:20 pm
Thurs. 7:50 am - 2:20 pm
Fri. 7:50 am - 2:20 pm
The Cranston Public Library is now Fine Free for children's and teens materials! No fines will be charged for late or overdue materials from Cranston Libraries. If materials belonging to other libraries in the state are late, there may be fines, but please talk with a librarian! They will work with you to see what they can do!
Click here to learn more about Fine Free and Worry Free
Click here for the CPL Online Library Card Application. Or click here for a downloadable form. (Also available in Spanish and Portuguese.)