LEARNING RESOURCES
Explore a vast collection of books, resources and tools available for downloading to your computer, tablet or mobile device. Search here to download an eBook, improve your financial literacy, search your family tree, get homework help, read an eZine – and so much more.
Sites listed are for the exclusive use of library patrons. Enter your Library ID number when prompted. (Located on the back of your library card.)
Sites marked with an asterisk* are provided as part of the POWER Library, Pennsylvania’s Electronic Library. This project is made possible in part by Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and through Library Access Funds administered by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Department of Education, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Josh Shapiro, Governor.
AUTO REPAIR SOURCE*
Auto Repair
Discover the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and includes step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins and recalls.
BOOKFLIX*
Literacy for Pre-K to grade 3
Watch videos and read books about Animals and Nature, Earth and Sky, People and Places, ABC’s and 1, 2, 3’s, Family and Community, Music and Rhyme, Adventure, and more. Enjoy read aloud with words highlighting and interactive games. Some films and books are available in Spanish too!
COMPUTER SKILLS CENTER
Part of Learning Express Library, Computer Skills Center provides tutorials and videos to help adult learners. Topics include:
- Get Started with Your Computer
- Get Started with the Internet
- Improve Your Keyboarding & Typing Skills
- Popular Software Tools
- Learn Computer Graphics and Illustration
- Understanding Your Operating System
CRAFT & HOBBY
Unleash your creative potential with Craft & Hobby! Browse and discover a world of online classes, tutorials, and imaginative projects for all kids of crafts and hobbies, from knitting to yoga and everything in between. Simply use your library card number to sign in and start exploring.
HELPNOW
HelpNow™ offers live tutor access for homework help, skills building and test preparation as well as a writing lab, online study group functionality and more! Live tutors are available daily from 2 to 11 pm.
JOBNOW
JobNow™ provides live online assistance, powerful tools, and other resources for job-seekers including Live Interview Coaching, Resume Lab, Career resources, and an Adult Learning Center. Live Interview Coaching is available daily from 2 pm to 11 pm.
KANOPY
Streaming Video
Kanopy is a video-streaming platform that delivers a diverse collection of 30,000+ enriching films, available to stream anytime and anywhere — from desktop to TV to tablet.
LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY
Test Preparation
A comprehensive, interactive online learning platform of practice tests and tutorial courses designed to help students and adult learners succeed on the academic or licensing tests.
POWER KIDS*
Pennsylvania’s Electronic Reference Library for Kids
Chat with a librarian, find great pictures and facts for your papers and projects and more!
POWER LIBRARY*
Pennsylvania’s Electronic Library brings together in one place access to the collections and resources of libraries across the state. The subjects covered include, but are not limited to: Biography, Business, Children’s Resources, Education, Find a Book, General Reference, Health and Science, Literature, and Newspapers and Magazines.
TRANSPARENT LANGUAGE ONLINE*
Whether you’re a true language learning beginner, dusting off your old high school Spanish, or eager to tackle your tenth language—Transparent Language Online will help you get started and stick with it.
TRUEFLIX*
TrueFLIX are enhanced eBooks that provided a variety of text, media, primary sources, fiction, video, audio clips, images and related websites to help you explore Social Studies and Science topics in a fun way.
