Research Help

What is a database and why should I use one?

Need to learn how to research or cite a source?  
Here are some helpful links!

• START WITH "THE BIG SIX."  Click here to download a handout.  The bilingual version is here.
• OWL (Online Writing Lab) Purdue
• MLA Style Guide  - This is the WHS default research paper and bibliography style.
• Easy Bib - An online site to help you cite your sources.
• Citation Machine - Another online site to help you cite your sources. 
• Library research tools from the Oregon School Library Information System. 
• Tips and tricks for searching Google
• Evaluating Web Sites - A great site from the University of California at Berkeley Library.  To do good online research, you must follow these guidelines.
• UW Writing Guides - Also from the University of Washington.  Provides a wide variety of documents and resources.
• Wenatchee Public Library/NCW Library - Your local public library.  if you can't find it in our library, try this one!   Here you can search the catalog, check schedules, and learn more about upcoming events.
• Ask a Librarian  - From Seattle Public Library. A good place to check if articles are "FAKE" or not.