Homeschool Families

Homeschooling in Melrose Park? We are here to support you and your family.

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If you have questions about how to use our resources, please visit us, call the Reference Desk: (708) 649-7485, or email: mpref@mpplibrary.org. If you are using our online resources from home, you will need your Melrose Park library card number to log in.

Library Catalog: Access our catalog for books and other materials.
Place a Hold or Renew an Item: Place holds and other library materials digitally or give us a call at the Reference Desk: (708) 649-7485.

Library Resources

Stream & Download: Access Media on Demand, Hoopla, Kanopy, and Freegal.
Online Learning: Access Mango, free online courses, and podcasts.
Online Research: Access Library databases, special collections, and tips on researching.
Digital Learning: Learn basic tricks and shortcuts to use as you navigate the internet, apps, email, and more.
Online Storytimes: Join us for our Online Storytimes on YouTube to promote the love of reading.
Make it Mondays: Join us every Monday on YouTube for a new craft video! We will be providing craft supplies to make your creation. Please stop by on Mondays to pick up your craft supplies!
Reserve and Use the Pods: Reserve a pod at the Library for a quiet space to learn while using the Library resources.
Museum Adventure Pass & Explore More Illinois: MPPL cardholders can receive admission or a special discount at participating Chicagoland area destinations.

Useful Websites

Home Schooling Adventures on the Web: Free downloads and worksheets organized by each grade level.
Home School Legal Defense Association: Non-profit organization established to defend the constitutional rights of parents to direct their children’s education.
Homeschool.com: How to start homeschooling.
Illinois Home Schooling: State Board Education on homeschooling in the state of Illinois.
Learn in Freedom: Includes resource lists and lists of colleges that admit homeschoolers.
The National Home Education Research Institute: Compiles research on home-based education.
Plum Landing: Indoor/outdoor lessons, science exploration adventures, games, videos, an app, digital curriculum for after school/summer camps, and more.

Illinois Resources

The Art Institute of Chicago Educator Admission Request: Free admission to the Art Institute of Chicago for current Illinois educators and homeschool parents.
Illinois Homeschooling: Resources, support, and links from a homeschooling guide.
Resource website for Illinois H.O.U.S.E. (Home Oriented Unique Schooling Experience): A statewide network of nonsectarian homeschooling groups.
Chicagoland Homeschool Network: Free resource to help families in the Chicagoland area connect with resources to enhance their homeschool experience.
Double J Riding Club Equine Science Homeschool Program: Horse riding program for students of all ages and levels can develop their riding skills.
One Day Enrichment (ODE): One-day-a-week educational program designed for homeschooled children.