Lesson 2 -- ChiltonLibrary, Mango Languages and TumblebookLibrary

Chilton Library - 

1. First, I make sure my neighbor signs up for his own SDSL e-card, so he can take advantage of the great online resources available online!  Then, I show him how to navigate the SDSL website, to find the online resources & lead him to the Chilton's library. The sight is really easy to maneuver around, with the search features which aid in researching a large number of assorted automobiles.

It's so simple to use - simply enter the vehicle make, year and model to discover a plethora of related repair topics. We'd type in his info, pull up the 1982 Jeep Cherokee (easy-peasy, since I have a Jeep & use this frequently to determine whether I can do the repair or the job requires a mechanic) and search the left side menu for the specific repair he's seeking. I show him how much faster it is to find the part & open up all the topics covered under the little "+" box to the left of each subject. From there, we'd open up the Removal & Installation link to find the available animations, tech tips and videos. Following these instructions, he can determine if it is a task he wishes to pursue. There is also a print option for some of the information, which might be helpful to the neighbor.

2. The A131L transaxle is a 3-speed automatic, developed specifically for transversely mounted engines. The wide gear ratios and efficient torque converter combine with the built-in locking clutches to operate quietly and efficiently.

Mango Languages -
1. I would introduce the student to Mango languages. I'd give the student a quick navigation lesson, so they'd understand how to do searches on the Mango site and then suggest they try the following languages to see if they meet the needs of the student: Biblical Hebrew & Ancient Greek.

Tumblebook Library -
1. Using the Tumblesearch feature, we first select Reading Level/1-3. Since Alex is a voracious reader, given by his gobbling up every available mystery in the library, we then choose Chapter Books from the menu links provided.  There are three titles which he may not have read yet, so I suggest he explore the Max-a-Million books and the Zibby Payne book. These titles are: Max-a-Million: Max the Magnificent, Max-a-Million: Max the Mighty Superhero, and Zibby Payne and the Party Problem.  I might also recommend the Blast to the Past series, as those titles involve historic subjects, but have a fun spin on them to keep the young reader captivated. (I found some books I really want to read this weekend, now!) Thanks!! :)

2. Using the search option on Tumblebooks, I entered the keyword, "science" and found several listings show up. I went through the listings, weeding out the non-fiction titles & videos, to focus on fiction titles only. The titles I found which may be beneficial to the students are:

Clever Trevor by Sarah Albee
Gotcha! by Jennifer Dussling
Our Seasons by Grace Lin
A Moldy Mystery by Michelle Knudsen