Homework Help

Find web sites to assist with school assignments. KCLS librarians select the Homework Help Web sites and prefer sites that are free from extensive marketing.

Live Homework Help®

Students in grades K-12, entry level college and adult learners can receive specialized one-on-one tutoring help in the areas of math, science, English and social studies.  This service is also available in Spanish.  Professional tutors are available online from 2pm-Midnight, 7 days a week.

Adult Career Center
Receive one-on-one, real-time assistance with resumes and cover letters, interview preparation or proof reading documents. Professional tutors are available online from 2pm-Midnight, 7 days a week.

Live Tutor - GED Preparation
Connect with an online tutor for one-on-one assistance preparing for the GED test in math, science, social studies and English. This service is also available in Spanish. Professional tutors are available online from 2pm-Midnight, 7 days a week.

The Study Zone

Volunteer tutors provide free homework help at your local library. Get help with Math, SAT and WASL preparation, and more. This program is available for K-12 students. Study Zone hours and locations vary.

Study Zone Online
No tutors at your library? Use a library computer to connect with a Study Zone tutor online.

SAT Prep Classes Offered by KCLS and Sandweiss Test Prep

These five sessions will get you started preparing for the SAT. Attendees will receive a free copy of the Official SAT Study Guide. All classes require registration with each community library and are limited to 22 students per class. Students must attend all five sessions. Learn More.

Try Our New Online MSP, HSPE and SAT Tutoring Service Now

KCLS is now offering a new online tutoring service.
Online tutors are available 7 days a week from 1pm until 10pm to assist students with the MSP, HSPE and SAT. Select your test and grade level and set your own pace with expert tutors provided by Brainfuse.

The new Washington State testing for students in grades 3-8 is the MSP( Measurement of Student Progress) and the HSPE( High School Proficiency Exam) for high school students.  Both of these replace the WASL.

Ask a Librarian

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Databases

Access a variety of material that you can’t get anywhere else on the Web. Find information from the world’s leading periodicals, and even find professional images from companies such as Associated Press.

Job & Career Information Center

KCLS can help you jump-start your career, deal with unemployment, or take the leap into starting your own business. View these resources for inspiration.

Accelerated Reader

If your school participates in the Accelerated Reader or Reading Counts program, search here for available books.

Computer Labs

Explore the world of information and create resumes, spreadsheets and other documents at the KCLS Computer Labs. Whether you're a beginner or are experienced with using these computers and software products, we have a place for you here.

AnswerFile

The AnswerFile covers a wide range of topics. It is an online database that includes quick facts and local and hard-to-find information.

InfoVote 2010

Links to answers for all your election-related questions, from voter registration and polling locations to background on candidates and issues.

Special Collections

View the contents of multiple historical collections and use the information to write a great report, or just enjoy yourself while you learn a little about the past.

African Americans Achievement Collection

A unique blend of fiction and information books celebrating the contributions and achievements of African Americans

InfoGreen: Green Information in the KCLS collection

Whether you’re looking to make more environmentally friendly choices, or are just curious about what green living entails, turn to the King County Library System as your resource for information.