Many schools now integrate research and Internet search strategies into the classroom curriculum, and the school library has evolved to meet these new demands. SIRS develops the products and technology necessary for the school library's changing role. With its comprehensive full-text articles, covering everything from the newest cancer treatments to the effects of global economics, Researcher is perfect for upper elementary, middle and high school students. Because its interface is so straightforward, students and teachers can effectively use Researcher on their own. Whether used for a World History class or for a report on how the heart works, Researcher makes the process of information gathering quick and easy.
Discoverer is great for introducing elementary and middle school children to the research process.
Students for whom English is a second language will also find Discoverer an appropriate learning tool. Filled with interesting articles and graphics geared specifically toward young students, Discoverer's interface is easy enough for kids to use with minimal or no guidance from teachers and librarians. Because it includes middle and elementary curriculum topics, Discoverer can also be easily integrated into classroom activities. Discoverer also includes the popular research tool, The World Almanac for Kids , and an encyclopedia with 26,000 entries. Elementary and middle school edition workbooks and a comprehensive Educator's Guide further set Discoverer apart from other databases.