The CHSE Library supports all members of the CHSE community with instruction, digital informational resources, and books in a wide variety of formats and genres. During COVID-19, the library will be operating differently to protect the health and safety of all, while still providing instruction and resources.
The Cranston Public Schools Summer Reading Webpage is available here.
May 2021 - Reading Trivia Contest
April 2021 - Check out the Video Read Alouds created by our own CHSE students
March 2021 - "Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You" virtual book club
February 2021 - Black Poets Project - Click on the icon above for details!
January 2021 - "Resolution Read" - Write a book review to enter!
December 2020 - Book Quote Poster - Click on the icon above to enter!!!
November 2020 Reading Bingo - Click on the bingo card (above) to play!!!!
Quick Links: (Please use the tabs above for more detailed and project-specific resources.)
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AskRI.org
Rhode Island's FREE Online Reference Center Numerous informational databases, job & career resources, and much more... |
Bloom's Literary Reference Online
More than 20,000 critical essays about works of literature |
Cranston Public Schools
The official website of the Cranston Public Schools |
Culturegrams
Up-to-date information on the world's countries |
Destiny Discover
1700+ eBooks that you can borrow through the CHSE Library for FREE! |
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Digital Theatre +
Streaming performances of over 900 plays, plus educational resources |
Flipster Digital Magazines
Browse hundreds of popular and academic magazines |
Gale Databases
High quality information in all subject areas. This is an outstanding resource for research projects. |
JLG Digital eBooks
A revolving stream of over 150 eBooks Click here for the username and password |
Kanopy
Stream more than 100,000 independent and documentary films FREE with your Cranston Public Library Card. |
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Mackin Via eBooks
Over 900 Multi-user eBooks Click here for the username and password |
Ocean State Libraries - Need a Library Card?
Apply online! (Photo ID and Proof of Residency Required) |
Overdrive/Libby
Borrow FREE eBooks and audiobooks with your Ocean State Libraries card.
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Teen Book Cloud eBooks
Over 1000 eBooks, graphic novels, classic literature and more. Click here for the username and password |
Tutor.com
Free live homework help! Log in with your Cranston Public Library card. Click here for more info. |
CHSE Library FAQ (September 2020):
Can I borrow library books?
YES!!! Please use this form to request library books and Mrs. Blais will deliver them to your 4th period classroom. If you are on distance learning, Mrs. Blais will contact you to arrange a pick up time. Note: You must be logged in to your CPS Google account to access this form.
How can I find out what books are available in the CHSE Library?
Please scroll down this page and you will see a library search box. You can use this box to search our library catalog, as well as see what books are available in other school libraries throughout RI. When you see a book you want, please complete this book request form. You can request books from other schools and they will be delivered to you at CHSE.
I need help with a school project. Can you please help me?
YES!!! Mrs. Blais is happy to help students with school projects. Just email her at hblais@cpsed.net and she will arrange a time to meet with you either in person or virtually to help you with your project.
Will my class be visiting the library?
During COVID-19, rather than instructing classes in the library, Mrs. Blais will be instructing students in their regular classrooms.
Is the library open before school?
Currently, the library is not open before school as all students are reporting directly to class immediately upon entering the building. Students may quickly return books to the library before school on their way to class.
Is the library open after school?
Students may make quick visits to the library after school to return materials or speak with Mrs. Blais. Currently, students are not allowed to linger in the library after school.
Do you have any community service opportunities?
Currently we are not able to utilize student volunteers, due to COVID-19. However we do have a special community service opportunity open to all students. Students who help the school community by writing about books they have enjoyed will receive one hour of community service for each book review that they submit to our book review blog. For more info, click on the "CHSE Book Review Blog" tab above.
Heidi Blais, Library Media Specialist: hblais@cpsed.net
Twitter: @CHSELibrary
Inside Phone Line: *290
Outside Phone Line: 270-8315
Book Review Blog: http://chsereads.blogspot.com
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Please follow these steps to log in to the CHSE Library Catalog and place a book on hold from another library:
To renew your books, click on the "Circulation" tab and then type in the complete barcode found on your book.
To view your library record (items out, fines, hold requests, etc.), click on the "My Info." tab.
Need help with homework? Try Tutor.com!
All students now have access to Tutor.com through the Cranston Public Library’s website. From 2:00-10:00 daily, students can connect with a live online tutor and receive individual homework help in any subject area.
Did you know CHSE has a book review blog? Visit it by clicking on the "Book Review Blog" tab above. Click on the “Book Reviews” tab above for the form to submit a book review.
| Mon. | 7:30 am - 2:15 pm |
| Tues. | 7:30 am - 2:15 pm |
| Wed. | 7:30 am - 2:15 pm |
| Thurs. | 7:30 am - 2:15 pm |
| Fri. | 7:30 am - 2:15 pm |
(On many days, the library is open later than 2:15. Check with Mrs. Blais for daily hours.)
