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Everything you need to make school projects and homework assignments easier and fun can be found at the Library or on the Library's website including books, eBooks, free research database access, relevant web links and online homework help from a librarian or tutor if referred.
Have a debate coming up and not sure where to start? Or maybe a recent conversation with a friend got you thinking about a controversial topic. Exploring Issues provides focused coverage and clear analysis of timely, complex, and controversial issues. Great for middle and high school research papers, debate preparation, persuasive writing, and class discussions.
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Databases
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AtoZ Maps Online
More than 100,000 downloadable maps! Perfect for school reports, school lesson plans, personal research projects, and business reports. AtoZ Maps Online will also adapt to the screen size of any desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.AtoZ the USA
Great for state reports, projects, and presentations! AtoZ the USA contains more than 115 country-based articles and 115 state articles for each of the 50 US states, five US territories, and the District of Columbia. Library patrons and students will find unmatched coverage of the country’s people, history, economy, geography, symbols, culture, and society.AtoZ World Food
AtoZ World Food contains traditional recipes for 174 countries of the world in all course categories: appetizers, soups, salads, breads, main courses, side dishes, desserts, and beverages. Additionally, AtoZ World Food covers food culture in six categories: National Cuisine, Regional Cuisine, Daily Meals, Dining Etiquette, Special Occasion Foods, and Food Trivia.Driving-Tests.org
Ohio-specific study exams to prepare for your driving exams. Includes 11 car practice tests, 8 motorcycle practice tests, 3 CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) practice tests, 3 online driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL), an FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions, and an online VIN lookup: https://driving-tests.org/vin-decoder/Explora Public Libraries
From EBSCOhostDesigned with public library patrons in mind, Explora Public Libraries provides easy-to-use features and reliable content from the world's leading magazines and reference books, grouped into easy-to-browse categories.
Explora Secondary Schools
From EBSCOhostDesigned with students and educators in grades 6 through 12 in mind, Explora Secondary Schools provides a far better alternative to websites and search engines for students to look up articles and facts for research papers or homework.
Exploring Issues
Exploring Issues provides focused coverage and clear analysis of timely, complex, and controversial issues. Great for middle and high school research papers, debate preparation, persuasive writing, and class discussions. Export anywhere!Facts On File Science Online
A comprehensive, curriculum-oriented overview of a broad range of scientific disciplines in a variety of useful formats.Access will end July 1, 2018.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Reference eBooksInstantly access reference eBooks on many subjects. These trusted, authoritative reference works are available 24/7!
Global Road Warrior
from World Trade PressProvides cultural and travel information on over 175 countries. Perfect for students' research assignments or international travelers looking to learn about their next destination. Feature overview: Historical timelines for research assignments, articles & photos on the typical lifestyle in each respective culture, and recipes of a culture’s most popular dishes! Includes information on popular destinations along with practical guides for transportation & travel essentials for each country
Job & Career Accelerator
Provides resources to boost basic workplace and job search skills, and prepare job seekers for advanced occupational training. This interactive, self-paced learning approach allows job seekers to learn at their convenience. The intuitive platform provides the backbone students and all job seekers need to succeed in the modern workplace.Access will end July 1, 2018.
JobNow
A one-of-a-kind job coaching service designed to help you land the job of your dreams! With support for every stage of the job search, you will feel ready for the interview. Starting at the beginning, try resources that will help match your interests and experiences to a career with eParachute. Get assistance with resume building with resume templates and OptimalResume, complete with video mock interviews. Best of all, LIVE Career Tutors are available every day from 2p.m. to 11p.m.L 'Encyclopédie Découvertes
World Book's content translated into French. Written at a reading level appropriate for young native speakers and readers of French, as well as adults for whom French is a second language.LearningExpress Library
A comprehensive, interactive online learning platform of practice tests and tutorial course series designed to help learners succeed on the academic or licensing tests they must pass.LearningExpress Library's subscription will end July 1st. Please access the Library's new service, TERC - Testing & Education Reference Center
Literary Reference Center
from EBSCOhostWith full text of literary journals and respected literary reference works, LRC contains plot summaries, literary criticism, author biographies and interviews, and the full text of thousands of poems and short stories. Research an author, novel, or poem for school or personal interest.
Literature Resource Center
Full-text journal articles, literary criticism, reviews, biographical information, and overviews on over 130,000 writers in all disciplines, from all time periods from around the world.Lynda.com
A LinkedIn CompanyA leading online learning company that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. With over 4,500 courses to choose from, create a profile to keep track of your successes and tailor the course listings to your skill set. Mobile browsing is available for on-the-go learning!
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Newspapers.com Library Edition by Ancestry
from ProQuestOnline access to 3,000+ historical newspapers. Dating from the early 1700s into the early 2000s, Newspapers.com Library Edition contains full runs and portions of runs of well-known, regional and state titles to small local newspapers in the United States and other countries.
NoveList Plus
A great stop to finding that next great read, with both fiction and nonfiction titles!Points of View Reference Center
from EBSCOhostPoints of View Reference Center contains many topics, each with an overview, point and counterpoint argument. Providing a balance of materials from all viewpoints, it also includes over 1,300 main essays, leading political magazines from all sides of the political spectrum, newspapers, radio & TV news transcripts, primary source documents and reference books. It also offers guides for writing position papers, developing arguments and debating.
Science Reference Center
from EBSCOhostTopics include biology, chemistry, earth and space science, environmental science, health and medicine, history of science, life science, physics, science and society, science as inquiry, scientists, technology and wildlife. Designed to meet every student researchers needs, Science Reference Center contains full text for hundreds of science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals and other sources
TERC - Testing and Education Reference Center
from GaleTaking a college entrance or licensing exam? Take on-line practice tests and use test prep eBooks to obtain your education goals. Looking for a college or graduate school or help finding scholarships? Use this database to search thousands of college and graduate school entries. Identify scholarships that meet their financial needs.
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TOPICsearch
from EBSCOhostCurrent events resource lets researchers explore social, political and economic issues, scientific discoveries and other popular topics discussed in today's classrooms.
Transparent Language Online (TLO)
A powerful online language learning system that builds all four core skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. With 100+ languages to choose from and English lessons for speakers of over 25 different languages, there is something for every language learner. Mobile apps are available for language learning on the go!Online account is required. Children under the age of 13 should have a parent or guardian open this account.
World Book Academic
Tailored to the needs of college level students, Academic World Book includes research tools, including citation builder, dictionary, atlas, and timelines to help users compile the data and information they need to complete their assignments and research projects. Academic World Book is a comprehensive reference tool that includes encyclopedia, multimedia, eBook, and primary source databases integrated in a single search.Access will end July 1, 2018.
World Book Advanced
Tailored for the needs and skills of students in grades 8 and up, World Book Advanced integrated primary and secondary source databases in a single search.World Book Online Reference Center
The World Book Online Reference Center includes all the articles from the 22-volume print set, plus thousands more.Access will end July 1, 2018.
Web Links
Digital HistoryIncludes primary sources, quizzes, and easy to access historical information.
Exploring Career Information
From the Bureau of Labor Statistics, this site helps you choose a career based on what you like, then links to the Bureau's Occupational Outlook Handbook for details on the careers you are curious about.
Fact Monster
Got questions? The Fact Monster may just have the answers.
How Stuff Works
Cool articles on how everything works, from your body to technology.
Khan Academy
Includes resources for math, science, humanities, and test prep.
Sparknotes
Similar to Cliff's Notes - find information about classic books and other topics.
