Free Tech Tools Through Your Library

360: Free Tech Tools Through Your Library In this episode of Homeschooling with Technology, Meryl interviews Melissa Brander from Pocket Homeschool about the many free technology resources available through your local library. Most homeschool families think of the library as a place for books. But today’s libraries offer far more — including digital tools, streaming platforms, language programs, research databases, maker spaces, and even technology devices you can borrow. Melissa shares practical ideas and specific tools to help homeschool families take full advantage of what libraries are already offering — often completely free. Tech Resources You May Not Realize Your Library Offers 1. Basic Tech Access Public computers Low-cost or free printing (including color printing) Wi-Fi access If you occasionally need color printing or device access, your library may be an easy solution. 2. Library of Things Many libraries now offer a “Library of Things,” which allows you to check out non-book items such as: Laptops Wi-Fi hotspots Video games Media converters (such as VHS-to-digital tools) Devices and other tech equipment