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Academic Search Complete

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Full-text articles to support research in animal science, anthropology, astronomy, biology, chemistry, engineering, ethnic and multicultural studies, general science, geography, geology, law, mathematics, music, pharmaceutical sciences, physics, p

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Biography in Context

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Biography in Context includes nearly a million biographical entries spanning history and geography. Great for biography reports.

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Black Life in America

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The experience and impact of African Americans as recorded by the news media.

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Britannica Library (Away from Library)

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Britannica Library is a respected general purpose encyclopedia. Adult, teen, and children’s versions of the encyclopedia are available on this site.

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Business Source Premier

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Full-text articles to support research in accounting, finance, economics, marketing, management, and operations management. Includes access to video from the Associated Press (AP).

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Chicago Community Collection

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Explore and stay informed on local topics, people and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more.  Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning the Chicago

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Chicago Sun-Time Collection

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Explore Chicago area history through local news, events and people with the Chicago Sun-Times Collection.

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Consumer Health Complete

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Full-text articles to support research in aging, cancer, diabetes, drugs and alcohol, fitness, and nutrition. Includes teen health topics for teens and parents.

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Consumer Reports

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Access Consumer Reports online to find ratings and reviews of consumer products.

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Creative Bug

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Creativebug has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.

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Legal Information Reference Center

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Resources to assist you in legal matters of all kinds, including business law, financial planning, family law, property and real estate, and rights and disputes.

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MasterFILE Complete

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Find articles from almost 2400 magazines, journals, and reference books covering a variety of topics, including business, health, education, and current events. MasterFILE Complete also includes images, maps, and flags.

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Media on Demand/Libby

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Read a selection of popular magazines online or download them to a tablet. Both current and back issues look just like paper editions.

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NoveList K-8 Plus

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Reading recommendations for kids’ fiction and nonfiction that you can search by Lexile, subject, and grade level.

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NoveList Plus

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Tell Novelist an author or a title you enjoyed and it will suggest similar reading. You may search for novels by subject, authors, and titles. Book club discussion guides and essays are included.

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Points of View Reference Center

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Resources for students to understand issues, develop critical thinking skills, and develop persuasive arguments.

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Science Reference Center

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If you’re researching scientific topics, try the Science Reference Center.

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WorldCat Discovery

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WorldCat Discovery helps you find books, DVDs, music, and more in libraries around the world, and request items through your home library.

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