Resources at your fingertips.
The Digital Resource Library is a collection of audiobooks, e-books, and educational resources curated by the subject matter experts at Starting Point. Designed specifically for early childhood educators, children, and families, these collections align with the Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards and cover a variety of early childhood topics. It features academic materials packed with best practices and research, as well as the narratives that impacted our hearts and minds the most.
We hope this tool sparks thought, conversation, and provides your team with a starting point for professional development and continuous learning.
"Reading is an exercise in empathy; an exercise in walking in someone else’s shoes for a while."
How to set up your Digital Resource Library Account:
Starting Point’s Digital Resource Library is hosted on Libby. Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere. All you need to get started is a login provided by Starting Point.
Getting Started with Libby:
Would you like access to the Digital Resource Library?
Frequently Asked Questions:
All Early Childhood professionals located in Starting Point’s Service Delivery area-SDA3 which includes Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake, and Cuyahoga counties are welcome to use Starting Point’s Digital Resource Library.
Yes! We’re always looking to expand our collection. If you have a book or resource request, submit your suggestions to Jennifer McNellie, Manager of Literacy and Language Programs at:
Please contact the Starting Point team at DigitalLibrary@Starting-Point.org.
Watch this quick tutorial video from Libby, or visit their help center.
Currently, credentials have been sent to a network of child care and out-of-school time professionals in Cuyahoga, Ashtabula, Lake, and Geauga counties. We’re actively seeking ways to partner with this new tool.
