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Featured: ELL Resources
For English Language Learners/Para estudiantes de inglés
Our list of in-person and virtual English language classes, library-curated resources, and more for English language learners.
Lenguajes de Mango
Un sistema de aprendizaje accesible en línea que puede asistir en aprendiendo otros idiomas.
LOTE4Kids
More than 4,500 children's digital picture books in more than 70 languages, together with English translations.
Books & Reading
Deaf Culture Digital Library
Offers resources for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities, including a collection of Deaf resources in digital formats.
EBSCOhost eBooks
Over 64,000 downloadable eBooks, primarily for adults.
hoopla digital
Download and stream from hoopla’s catalog of 1 million+ audiobooks, eBooks, videos, music, and more on your mobile device or computer.
LOTE4Kids
More than 4,500 children's digital picture books in more than 70 languages, together with English translations.
OverDrive eBooks & eAudio
Popular fiction and non-fiction eBooks and eAudio titles for all ages. Download the Libby app for the best experience.
OverDrive: Kids eBooks & eAudio
eBooks and eAudio, including read-along books, for children of all ages.
OverDrive: Teen eBooks & eAudio
eBook and eAudio for young adults. Download popular titles to read or listen to on your phone or tablet.
Find a Good Book
Gale Books and Authors
A customizable, rich experience to answer that age-old question of “What do I read next?” Fiction and nonfiction recommendations.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers.
NoveList Plus
Read-alike recommendations based on factors such as tone, pace, settings, and characters.
Read It!
Adapted reading material on a variety of topics designed for middle school, high school, and English language learners.
Literary Reviews & Criticism
Gale: Literature Criticism
Gale Literature Criticism
Biographical/critical introductions, listings of principal works, and sources for further study on contemporary authors.
New York Times Book Review
New York Times Book Review
Access to full text of The New York Times Book Review from 1988 to present. Part of U.S. Major Dailies.
Business & Finance
Tools for Your Business
Consumer Reports
Product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics, and more. Remote access unavailable - ask a staff member for in-branch access.
Foundation Directory Online Professional
Helps other nonprofits and individuals seeking funding, scholarships, and fellowships.
Gale Business: Entrepreneurship
Covers all major areas of starting and operating a business: financing, management, marketing, human resources, and more.
Reference Solutions by Data Axle
Business, residential, and market research data for entrepreneurs, businesses, students, and others wanting access to consumer information.
The Wall Street Journal Newspaper
Searchable full-text archive of The Wall Street Journal, updated Mon-Sat by 8 am. Part of U.S. Major Dailies.
Investing Tools
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Research, data, and analysis for investors. Includes many portfolio tools to calculate asset mixes, retirement costs, & college savings.
Value Line: Expanded Library Edition
Value Line - Expanded Library Edition
Analyst commentaries and rankings on current operations and future prospects for thousands of large, small, and mid-cap companies.
Careers & Workforce Development
JobNow
Create a resume, browse job resources, get interview tips, and chat with JobNow coaches. Live coaches are available every day from 2-11pm.
VetNow
Connect with live veteran navigators for resume coaching, live tutoring, and learn more about VA eligible benefits and community resources.
EBSCOlearning Accel
A microlearning solution that helps individuals build professional and workplace-ready skills.
En Español
Britannica Escolar
Articulos en español.
Lenguajes de Mango
Un sistema de aprendizaje accesible en línea que puede asistir en aprendiendo otros idiomas.
New York Times Español
Se pueden buscar artículos de texto completo de The New York Times, edición en español. Parte de los principales diarios de Estados Unidos.
Encyclopedias & Reference
Birds of the World
Explore 10,721 species from 249 bird families, living in habitats around the world. From the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
Black Freedom Struggle in the United States
Find historical newspaper articles, diaries, and more marked by the opposition African Americans have faced on the road to freedom.
Explora Public Libraries
Designed to meet the unique needs of its users, Explora supports both student research and classroom instruction.
Gale in Context: Biography
Search for people by name, birth or death year, nationality, ethnicity, occupation, or gender.
JSTOR
Academic journal articles covering most disciplines, including arts, history, humanities, science, medicine, and law.
MasterFILE Complete (EBSCO)
Search and read full-text magazines, reference books, primary source documents, and images.
Gale Health & Wellness
Articles from health & fitness magazines and scholarly medical journals, medical encyclopedias, a health organization directory, and more.
Homework Help
Genealogy
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Ancestry for Virginians
The Library of Virginia provides access to select collections and content through an agreement with Ancestry.com.
Value Line: Expanded Library Edition
Genealogy Research
Resources, tips, and more on the study of Genealogy.
Law & Civics
Visit the Law Library for Law Guidance & Resources
Find information about laws and legal procedures to the general public, attorneys, and the judiciary.
Gale Legal Forms
Create legal documents and view completed sample forms. Provided by Find it Virginia.
Thomson Reuters Westlaw
Legal research including cases, statutes, regulations, trial documents & transcripts. Please request assistance at ask.librarypoint.org.
Magazines & Newspapers
Magzter Library eMagazines
Magzter is a digital magazine and newspaper platform that offers more than 3,000 titles in a variety of languages.
U. S. Major Dailies
Provides access to five major U.S. national newspapers: Chicago Tribune, LA Times, NY Times, Wall Street Journal, & The Washington Post.
The Free Lance-Star: Color Version
Read and search the full-color version of the Free Lance-Star. Updated daily. Available remotely.
The Free Lance-Star: Text Only Version
Read and search full-text articles from current and archived issues (2004-Current) of the Free Lance-Star. Available remotely.
Gale Onefile: News
Search a collection of more than 1,000 newspapers, translate articles into 11 different languages, and create email alerts.
Online Learning Courses
Universal Class: Online Education Courses
Learn from hundreds of online education courses, ranging from accounting to crafts & hobbies to improving writing skills.
Mango Languages
An online language learning system that can help you learn languages such as English, French, Spanish, Japanese, Italian, and many more.
Transparent Language
Language learners can build vocabulary, practice skills, and maintain what they have learned. Available anytime, anywhere in 110+ languages.
HelpNow
A unique live tutoring, homework help, and studying resource designed to help all ages succeed.
Research Answers
Streaming Viddeo & Music
Kanopy Streaming Video
Streaming educational videos and documentaries, as well as classic, modern, and foreign films.
Kanopy Kids Streaming Video
Stream videos from a curated selection of educational and enriching videos on Kanopy Kids with appropriate, age-based ratings.
Just For Kids Access Video
Just for Kids, by Infobase, provides access to over 11,000 streaming videos for children.