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.
ACCESS PENNSYLVANIA*
Library Collections
Search a single catalog reflecting the holdings of over 1,500 Pennsylvania libraries and their combined collections of over 41 million books, audio materials, reference materials, movies, and much more.
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!
EBSCO E-BOOKS*
E-Books & Research
Select from over 16,000 eBooks from the world’s leading publishers across all major subject areas. Perform full-text searches of a single eBook, search thousands of volumes simultaneously, browse topic categories, or read eBooks directly online.
GALE E-BOOKS*
E-Books
Explore encyclopedias and specialized reference sources on a variety of topics from history, government, environment, math, and more.
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.
LIBBY APP
Browse and search the Lackawanna County Library System’s collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks from the comfort of home and download selections to your device. Fiction, non-fiction, classics and children’s books available.
MASTERFILE REFERENCE EBOOK COLLECTION
Research
Over 700 full text eBooks covering general interest subject areas such as business, education, law, science and more.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINE ARCHIVE (1888-2020)*
Research
This iconic monthly publication provides unparalleled, in-depth coverage of society, cultures, nature, science, technology, travel, geography, and more — making it an essential resource for educators and students as well as general readers. This resource include complete, unlimited access to the magazine main content through 2020 — every article from every issue, each fully searchable through an intuitive interface.
NOVELIST K-8 PLUS
Read-alikes
NoveList K-8 Plus is all about books specifically for younger readers, Kindergarten through 8th grade. It helps kids find books that are just right for their reading level and interests. Parents, teachers, and librarians can also find tools to teach with books and engage young readers.
NOVELIST PLUS
Read-alikes
NoveList Plus is the premiere database of reading recommendations and comprehensive reader’s advisory – including expert recommendations, reviews, articles, lists and more ranging across fiction and non-fiction genres.
OVERDRIVE
Our collection is growing as we join the Northeast Pennsylvania Digital Library.
eBooks & eAudiobooks
Browse and search the Lackawanna County Library System’s collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks from the comfort of home and download selections to your device. Fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, comics, classics and children’s books available. Download the Libby App
OVERDRIVE (BY POWERLIBRARY)*
eBooks & eAudiobooks
POWER Library has initiated a pilot project to make OverDrive/Libby available! Enjoy titles for adults, teens, and kids. To add Power Library to your Libby app, select “Add Library,” search for “POWER Library,” and then enter your Lackawanna County Library System card. Note: This collection is different and in addition to the Libby collection offered by the Northeast Pennsylvania Digital Library. Download the Libby app.
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.
PROQUEST EBOOK CENTRAL*
This resource includes 112 titles on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and cover subjects such as business, education, fine arts, history, political science, social science, juvenile literature, and sports and recreation.
SCIENCE REFERENCE EBOOK COLLECTION*
eBooks & Research
Explore science from over 230 full-text E-Books! This collection of reference titles covers a wide variety of topics such as animals, biology, climate change, computing, engineering, experiments, life science, nature, oceans, physical science, and weather.
