Homework Help & Test Prep
Whether you have a last minute assignment or cramming for an upcoming exam, the Library is here to help. The following resources are designed to help you with your school research or test preparations. Access any of these resources from home or any computer at anytime from anywhere, even when the library is closed! All you need is a valid library card. Please note that access may be restricted if your card has excessive fines. For more information, click on the resources below.
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Literary Reference Center (EbscoHost)
Literary Reference Center™ is a comprehensive database of information on thousands of authors and their works across literary disciplines and timeframes specifically designed for public libraries, secondary schools, junior/community colleges, and undergraduate research.
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MasterFILE Elite (EbscoHost)
General-interest database designed specifically for public libraries, of nearly 1,700 periodicals with full-text information dating as far back as 1975, as well as authoritative reference resources covering virtually every subject area.
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Middle Search Plus (EbscoHost)
Middle Search Plus provides full text for more than 140 popular, middle school magazines as well as thousands of authoritative reference resources at the middle-school level.
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NoveList K-8 (EbscoHost)
NoveList K-8 is a comprehensive reading resource for fiction and nonfiction with a fun and intuitive interface and extensive proprietary content.
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Points of View Reference Center (EbscoHost)
The Points of View Reference Center is an interface intended for public, academic, and high school libraries, designed to assist researchers in understanding the full scope of controversial subjects.
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Primary Search (EbscoHost)
Primary Search provides full text for more than 70 popular, magazines for elementary school research.
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Salem History
Salem History is a robust online database that includes the complete content of printed reference sets. Salem currently offers this service with many series of historical reference: Milestone Documents - A new, primary source series Great Lives from History - The definitive, worldwide biographical resource Great Events from History - The complete resource for worldwide events Musicians & Composers - Biographical profiles of important figures in all genres of music Great Athletes - A comprehensive look at over 1,400 sports heroes and legends Weapons & Warfare - A historical view of the development of weapons and military tactics
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School Center
The resources here can help students in elementary, middle, and high school prepare for important tests, get extra help with assignments, and boost their skills in important subjects.
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