For Kids
HOMEWORK HELP
CPL Programs
Teacher in the Library »This program, supported by the Chicago Public Library Foundation, gives free drop-in, homework help to any elementary school student who visits the library after school. Accredited teachers are hired to provide a structured after-school learning environment for children in the library. The teacher helps the children to focus, use the appropriate learning strategies and find the best resources for completing their homework assignments.
Homework Hotlines
Chicago Public Schools Homework Hotline 773-553-2000 Sunday-Thursday 4:00-9:00 p.m. |
NBC Homework Hotline 312-645-5555 Monday-Thursday 5:00-8:00 p.m. |
Helpful Websites
The Tutor/Mentor Connection »Check out this site for a tutor and mentoring program in the city of Chicago for children in educationally and economically disadvantaged areas.
Test Practice Databases and Websites
CST Released Test Questions »
If you want to boost reading skills this site has great examples to help you on your way.
Illinois Board of Education Sample Tests »
Check this site for sample test items listed according to grade levels from the Illinois State Board of Education.
Internet4classrooms »
Select a grade level and subject to practice skills that correspond to curriculum.
LearningExpressLibrary »
Practice taking standardized tests like high school entrance exams. Or take a "diagnostic" exam in math and reading to help you figure out what areas of these subjects you need improvement in. Use this resource at any Chicago Public Library location or from home, school, or work with a Chicago Public Library card. When registering, use your library card number as your username.
Math Slice »
Try out these online mock practice examples for grades three to five that are based on number concepts, fractions, measurement, time, geometry, graphs and charts.
Test Taking Strategy Websites
Help Your Child with Test Taking »
The U.S. Government provides academic tips on how to help your child succeed in school.
Kids' Place Mathematics »
Looking for practice examples to sharpen those math skills?
Schwab Learning »
This particular site is appropriate for parents who have children with learning difficulties.
Teachers' Timely Topics: No Pain, High Gain »
In this article educators Nell Duke and Ron Ritchardt list reading and math strategies that might ease the stress of test taking.
Test Taking Tips »
Review this site that not only suggests test taking tips, but also give information on note taking , study skills and cramming techniques.