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New Features added to SIRS Discoverer

Hey, got trash? Science fair projects have just gotten easier with the new Science Fair Explorer in SIRS Discoverer. This highly visual interactive section helps students identify an exciting science fair project topic, and quickly connect to age-appropriate project guides. All science fair projects can be completed at home or in school with everyday materials. To access this new feature, click the Science Fair Explorer link in the Database features box.

Need help finding quality, educational websites that motivate students to practice key skills necessary for test-taking success? Skills Discoverer, available in the Database Features Box of SIRS Discoverer, quickly connects students to a variety of editorially-selected educational websites. Game-like activities and challenges engage the users as they practice skills in curriculum-bases subject

Back to School with Omnifile
As a new school year starts, remember that Omnifile provides a range of reading materials for all ages, helping your school fulfill core educational standards in a variety of subjects.

Search tip: Select from the Document Type drop-down list on the Advanced Search Screen to choose poems, short stories, podcasts, feature articles, biographies, reviews, and more.

Midterm election updates: Looking for project, debate, essay, or reading ideas on the elections? A search for midterm election shows the range of viewpoints available to Omnifile users.

Research tool: Create Alert on the Search Results screen creates an email or RSS alert, automatically informing you of new articles matching your search.
Did you know: Omnifile has added 200 full-text publications since January 2009? Visit http://www.hwwilson.com for a list.