Ms. Friedlander and Ms. Hermeline are excited to welcome you to the Siperstein Library! This site is a hub of information and resources to guide you through your time at Prep. Some 2021-2022 announcements:
Search the library catalog below:
Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Want to read or listen to books on your computer, phone, tablet of Kindle? Head over to our digital book hub, Sora!
Looking for something to read, but don't know where to start? Fill out the BOOK MATCH form and Ms. Friedlander, a reading expert, will tailor a reading list based on your responses. A great way to find something new!
Download ebooks and audiobooks to your phone today!
Rather read on your computer? Follow this link to browse ebooks and audio books. If you borrow a book, it will sync on your computer and the app!
| Accessible Archives | Primary resources, used primarily for US History courses. |
| JSTOR | A database that covers many subjects and fields of research. Useful for most of your research projects. |
| Evaluating Sources | Using the SIFT Method |
| Primary vs. Secondary Sources | Distinguishes between different types of sources. Provided courtesy of American University. |
| Search Terms | How to pick the best keywords for a search. |
| Boolean Operators | Use these to narrow or broaden your database search. |
Having trouble? Ms. Friedlander walks you through it in the video below.
