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Introduction

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.

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Featured Databases

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Databases

Can't find a database? Try the Databases A-Z Listing!

AtoZ the USA

from World Trade Press
Great for state reports for all 50 states, 5 U.S. territories, & D.C..


AtoZ World Food

from World Trade Press
Food culture & recipes for 175 countries.


Driving-Tests.org

Ohio-specific study exams to prepare for driving exams including car, motorcycle and Commercial Driver's License practice tests.


Gale eBooks

Instantly access reference eBooks on many subjects. These trusted, authoritative reference works are available 24/7!


Gale Literature Resource Center

Full text articles & criticisms of 130,000 writers.


HelpNow

from Brainfuse
On demand, anytime, anywhere live tutoring for students K-12. Included is a Writing Lab and Send Question Center.
Online account is required if you wish to save prior test results or view prior sessions. Children under the age of 13 should have a parent or guardian open this account.

JobNow

from Brainfuse
Job coaching service and resume builder. LIVE Career Tutors are available every day from 2p.m. to 11p.m.
Online account is required only if you want to save your past test results or sessions.

LearningExpress

from EBSCO and OhioMeansJobs
Access to practice educational exams such as PSAT, GED, and career specific training, as well as the official ACT and SAT practice tests.
Online account is required to save test scores. Children under the age of 13 should have a parent or guardian open this account.

LinkedIn Learning for Libraries

More than 6,600 courses! Learning paths are step-by-step courses, supported with quizzes, practice, and reminders.
Get assistance logging in via the LinkedIn Learning App.

Mango Languages

A personalized, adaptive language-learning experience that provides the tools and guidance you need to expand your language skills wherever and however you learn best. Choose from over 70 languages!


Newspapers.com Library Edition by Ancestry

from ProQuest
Online access to 3,000+ historical newspapers including regional, state, local and well-known from the U.S. and other countries. [1700 - 2000]


NoveList Plus

A great stop to finding that next great read, with both fiction and nonfiction titles!


OhioMeansJobs Assessment & Training Center

from EBSCO LearningExpress
A highly-acclaimed, comprehensive selection of interactive online tutorials, practice tests, articles, and eBooks all modeled after official tests.


Oxford Research Encyclopedias

World-class experts give you an overview of a subject that you can understand in half an hour of reading or less.


Points of View Reference Source

from EBSCOhost
Hot button topics, each with an overview, point and counterpoint argument.


Very Short Introductions

The perfect introduction to subjects you previously knew nothing about.


World Book Advanced

Tailored for the needs and skills of students in grades 8 and up.



Web Links

Digital History
Includes 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.