April 7, 2014

Kids InfoBits is a Gale database specifically designed for students in grades K thru 5. The Kids InfoBits interface has been redesigned, and Oregon libraries will upgrade in early May. After the switch, links to Kids InfoBits on OSLIS will lead to the new version. While users can still drill down by topic or search by keywords to find information, the new interface is more modern and includes more features, like the ability to translate articles into 12 different languages. For those who want to preview, learn about, or promote the new Kids InfoBits, there are many resources.

• Fact Sheet
• Product Page Note: Information related to the new version is still being added.
• Short Tutorials
• Webinar on April 30th at 9am Pacific and dates in May TBA
• Recorded Webinar (Coming Soon)
• Promotional Materials (Coming Soon) Note: The login for any Oregon library eligible for the statewide database licensing program is gale690228 (username) / 690228 (password)

Questions? Visit with a Gale rep or stop by the Library Development table in the exhibitor area at the OLA conference next week. Or, as always, you are welcome to ask me.

Thanks,
Jen

Jennifer Maurer
School Library Consultant
Oregon State Library