The Discovering Collection database is aimed at school students, from primary school to high school age. It provides comprehensive coverage of five key areas - history, literature, biography, science, and social studies.
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Key content
The Discovering Collection contains a range of reference, primary resource, and multimedia materials in the five core areas above. It include essays, critical analyses, biographies, and timelines.
A great feature of the database is the Toolbox. The Toolbox provides access to a research guide, research tools, and search tips to help guide students through their assignments. It covers topics like distinguishing between primary and secondary resources, evaluating sources, and how to start an assignment.
Search tips
- Try the
basic search option if you want to search by subject or keyword
- Use the
advanced search option if you know the source or type of document that you want to find eg, primary resource, plot summary
- You can try searching by
subject area for a more focused search
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Timelinesearch allows you to search what was happening in a particular decade in history
More information
This database is a Thomson Gale product. For more information on the Discovering Collection database check out the navigation guide or take a guided tour from the Discovering Collection homepage.
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