A college-preparatory day school for girls Pre-K through 12
Libraries
Our library mission is to create lifelong readers and independent learners. Greenwich Academy’s two libraries support our students, faculty, and curricula with a print collection of 30,000 volumes, digital resources, and subscription research databases for all ages and disciplines. With a collaborative spirit and open access, the libraries strive to foster a culture of reading and discovery.
Jean and David W. Wallace Library
The Jean and David W. Wallace Library is a top-level research facility for our upper school and middle school, featuring extensive digital resources accessible on and off campus. The library also supports a vibrant reading culture through book clubs, reading contests, author visits, and an open-door policy for students and faculty to browse and check out books. Upper school students enjoy reciprocal library privileges for all resources at both Greenwich Academy’s and Brunswick’s libraries.
Research Databases
The library offers scholarly research databases for students and faculty across all disciplines. Please contact the US librarian for off-campus passwords to the databases.
- Alphabetical Listing of All Databases
- General & Reference
- Research Books
- History, Government & Biography
- Literature & Criticism
- Newspapers
- Science & Health
- Social Justice & Contemporary Issues
- En Español
- Professional Development
Alphabetical Listing of All Databases
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| American History (Infobase) | Primary sources, reference, maps, and charts |
| American Revolution (Gale Primary Sources) | 450 primary documents, 1700-1910 |
| Ancient and Medieval History (Infobase) | Primary sources, reference, maps, and charts |
| Biography (Gale in Context) | Reference, journals, and primary sources on contemporary & historical figures |
| Britannica Academic | Online encyclopedia |
| Civil War (Gale Primary Sources) | 500 primary documents, 1858-1911 |
| Criminal Justice Collection (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| Diversity Studies Collection (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| EBSCOhost Research Databases | Journals, newspapers, primary sources (university level) |
| Environmental Studies & Policy (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| ERIC (EBSCO) | Education topics, 1966 to present |
| Gender Studies Collection (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| Health & Wellness (Gale) | Secondary sources for medical, science, wellness topics |
| HeinOnline | Primary and secondary sources in government, policy, and politics (U.S. and global) |
| Issues and Controversies (Infobase) | Pro/con articles, primary sources, and news articles about current issues |
| JSTOR | Academic books, journals, primary sources |
| Middle School (Gale in Context) | Reference, primary sources, and news across all disciplines |
| Modern World History (Infobase) | Primary sources, reference, maps, and charts |
| Nineteenth Century U.S. Newspapers (Gale) | 400+ U.S. Newspapers, 1800-1899 |
| Oxford English Dictionary | The definitive record of the English language |
| Professional Development Collection (EBSCO) | Education journals for professional educators |
| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Guardian and the Observer (UK) |
The Guardian and the Observer (UK), 1791-2003 |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Hartford Courant |
The Hartford Courant, 1764-1922 |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: U.S. Major Dailies |
Chicago Tribune, 1849-2011 |
| ProQuest Newspapers: U.S. Major Dailies | The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times (1980 - current) |
| Referencia Latina (EBSCO) | Spanish-language resources |
| Science (Gale in Context) | Primary & secondary sources for STEM topics |
| Science Reference Center (EBSCO) | Academic journals & reference |
| Slavery in America (Gale Primary Sources) | Over 600 primary documents, 1760-1910 |
| The Times (London) Digital Archive | The Times (London), 1785-2013 |
| U.S. History (Gale in Context) | Scholarly articles & primary sources |
| World Book Advanced | Online encyclopedia for middle & upper school |
| World Book Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos | Spanish-language encyclopedia |
| World Book Kids | Online encyclopedia for lower school |
| World Book Student | Online encyclopedia for middle & lower school |
| World Geography and Culture Online (Infobase) | Maps, facts, and figures for every country and the 50 U.S. states |
| World History (Gale in Context) | Scholarly articles & primary sources |
General & Reference
| Database | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Britannica Academic | Online encyclopedia | |
| EBSCOhost Research Databases | Journals, newspapers, primary sources (university level) | |
| JSTOR | Academic books, journals, primary sources | |
| Middle School (Gale in Context) | Reference, primary sources, and news across all disciplines | |
| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. | |
| ProQuest Newspapers: U.S. Major Dailies | The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times (1980 - current) | |
| World Book Advanced | Online encyclopedia for middle & upper school | |
| World Book Student | Online encyclopedia for middle & lower school |
Research Books
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. |
History, Government & Biography
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| American History (Infobase) | Primary sources, reference, maps, and charts |
| American Revolution (Gale Primary Sources) | 450 primary documents, 1700-1910 |
| Ancient and Medieval History (Infobase) | Primary sources, reference, maps, and charts |
| Biography (Gale in Context) | Reference, journals, news on contemporary & historical figures |
| Civil War (Gale Primary Sources) | 500 primary documents, 1858-1911 |
| EBSCOhost Research Databases | Journals, newspapers, primary sources (university level) |
| HeinOnline | Primary and secondary sources in government, policy, and politics (U.S. and global) |
| Issues and Controversies (Infobase) | Pro/con articles, primary sources, and news articles about current issues |
| JSTOR | Academic books, journals, primary sources |
| Middle School (Gale in Context) | Reference, primary sources, and news across all disciplines |
| Modern World History (Infobase) | Primary sources, reference, maps, and charts |
| Nineteenth Century U.S. Newspapers (Gale) | 400+ U.S. Newspapers, 1800-1899 |
| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Guardian and the Observer (UK) |
The Guardian and the Observer (UK), 1791-2003 |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Hartford Courant |
The Hartford Courant, 1764-1922 |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: U.S. Major Dailies | Chicago Tribune, 1849-2011 Los Angeles Times, 1881-2012 The New York Times, 1851-2017 The Wall Street Journal, 1881-2012 The Washington Post, 1877-2004 |
| ProQuest Newspapers: U.S. Major Dailies | The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times (1980 - current) |
| ScienceDirect | Scholarly articles: Physical & Life Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences and Humanities |
| Slavery in America (Gale Primary Sources) | Over 600 primary documents, 1760-1910 |
| The Times (London) Digital Archive | The Times (London), 1785-2013 |
| U.S. History (Gale in Context) | Scholarly articles & primary sources |
| World History (Gale in Context) | Scholarly articles & primary sources |
Literature & Criticism
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| JSTOR | Academic books, journals, primary sources |
| Oxford English Dictionary |
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| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. |
Newspapers
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| Nineteenth Century U.S. Newspapers (Gale) | 400+ U.S. Newspapers, 1800-1899 |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Guardian and the Observer (UK) |
The Guardian and the Observer (UK), 1791-2003 |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: The Hartford Courant |
The Hartford Courant, 1764-1922 |
| ProQuest Historical Newspapers: U.S. Major Dailies | The Chicago Tribune, 1849-2011 Los Angeles Times, 1881-2012 The New York Times, 1851-2017 The Wall Street Journal, 1881-2012 The Washington Post, 1877-2004 |
| ProQuest Newspapers: U.S. Major Dailies | The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times (1980 - current) |
| The Times (London) Digital Archive | The Times (London), 1785-2013 |
Science & Health
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| EBSCOhost Research Databases | Journals, newspapers, primary sources (university level) |
| Environmental Studies & Policy (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| Health & Wellness (Gale) | Secondary sources for medical, science, wellness topics |
| Issues and Controversies (Infobase) | Pro/con articles, primary sources, and news articles about current issues |
| Middle School (Gale in Context) | Reference, primary sources, and news across all disciplines |
| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. |
| Science (Gale in Context) | Primary & secondary sources for STEM topics |
| Science Reference Center (EBSCO) | Academic journals & reference |
Social Justice & Contemporary Issues
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice Collection (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| Diversity Studies Collection (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| Environmental Studies & Policy (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| Gender Studies Collection (Gale OneFile) | Scholarly articles, magazines, reference |
| Health & Wellness (Gale) | Secondary sources for medical, science, wellness topics |
| Issues and Controversies (Infobase) | Pro/con articles, primary sources, and news articles about current issues |
| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. |
En Español
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| Referencia Latina (EBSCO) | Spanish-language resources |
| World Book Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos | Spanish-language encyclopedia |
Professional Development
| Database | Description |
|---|---|
| ERIC (EBSCO) | Education topics 1966 to present |
| Professional Development Collection (EBSCO) | Education journals for professional educators |
| ProQuest Ebook Central | 200,000+ scholarly research books. For off-campus access or to download chapters, please log in with your personal account. You can create an account while on campus or request one from Ms. Slattery at jslattery@greenwichacademy.org. |
Research Guides
Citation Resources
Citation help and anti-plagiarism tips for students preparing research papers.
GA Citation Guide
GA Citation Guide
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Based on Chicago Manual of Style, 17th Ed.
Additional Citation Resources
Chicago Manual of Style, 17th Edition
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CMOS Citation Quick Guide
Indiana University —
Plagiarism: What It Is and How to Recognize It and Avoid It
Purdue OWL
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Purdue University Online Writing Lab guide based on CMOS 17
David W. Wallace Library
The David W. Wallace Library welcomes all lower school students for weekly visits. Library classes feature read-alouds, art projects, independent reading, digital literacy, author studies, STEAM station activities, and checkouts. The library supports the Lower School through digital literacy, author visits, research databases, and a wide selection of current and classic books for the school community.
Check-out Policy
We love how excited the girls always are to take home books. Here are a few rules to know. Happy reading!
Book Limits
PC and CC girls are allowed to check out one book. Groups I-IV may take two.
Due Dates
PC and CC have books for one week. Groups I-IV have two.
Overdue Books
A student must return her book before checking out another one. If she cannot check out a new book, we encourage her to make a new selection that will be placed on hold. GA libraries do not charge overdue fines.
Lost Books
If a book is lost, please contact librarian Michelle Kennedy. Once the book is reported lost, your daughter will be able to check out again. Your school billing account will be charged for the replacement copy.
Check-out Times
Students may check out books during weekly scheduled library class. In addition, girls may select books during Early Birds in the library or whenever classroom teachers allows them to visit the library.
Research Databases
While on campus, no login is required. To access these websites off campus, please email the LS librarian for the login information.
PebbleGo
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Animal, Science, Biography, Social Studies topics for the youngest researchers
World Book Student
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Online Encyclopedia
World Book Kids
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Online Encyclopedia; The Youngest Version of World Book
World Geography and Culture Online
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Maps, facts, culture for all countries & U.S. States
LS Library Catalog
Digital Resources
Sora
Sora
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A library app with ebooks & audiobooks for you to enjoy! For Groups III & up. Login instructions:
- Go to soraapp.com (or download the app)
- Click find school and type in Greenwich Academy
- Click log in with Greenwich Academy
- Enter your GA email address & corresponding GA password
- You’re in! Click explore at the bottom & search for a book title or explore by genre.
Math
Math Fact Lab
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Practice your math facts!
Login instructions
Groups III & IV:
- Go to mathfactlab.com
- Click login in the upper right corner
- Select students and click on Google
- Sign in with your GA email address & password.
Groups I & II:
- Go to mathfactlab.com
- Click login in the upper right corner
- Login information & password is provided by the teachers. Please contact Mr. Kennedy with any questions.
Typing Club
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IIIs & IVs can practice touch typing skills
Login instructions
Groups III & IV:
- Go to gwichacademy.edclub.com
- Click Log in with Google button in the center of the screen
- Sign in with your GA email address & password.
- You’re in! Click on your most recent lesson & be sure to keep your eyes off the keyboard!