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Bookflix

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An online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. Intended for use by PreK to 3rd grade students. Please note: For the best user experience, it is recommended that the latest version of Edge, Safari, Firefox or the Chrome browsers be used. All of these browsers may be downloaded for free.

Tags: Storybooks, Educator Resources, Teacher Resources, Pre-K, Elementary, Preschool

Brainfuse HelpNow

Brainfuse HelpNow provides on demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning for all ages and levels. HelpNow offers personalized homework help in core subjects (math, reading, writing, science and social studies) including SAT preparation. The Adult Learning Center is included in the HelpNow suite. Live tutors are available online from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM each day for direct assistance. HelpNow will support the new Count UP math tutoring program but also offers learning assistance in other subjects.

With HelpNow, tutors and students communicate in real time in an online classroom by typing, drawing, and marking-up lessons and web content. Plus, students can use a secure file sharing feature in the writing lab to submit writing assignments to writing tutors any time of the day. The Brainfuse full-service test center offers practice tests for all levels in math, reading, and writing as well as college preparatory tests – including the SAT.

Brainfuse JobNow

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Brainfuse JobNow offers the following services:

Live Interview Coaching: Patrons can brush up on interview techniques or get live online interview practice from trained job coaches. Job coaches and patrons communicate via live chat in our online classroom. In addition to live interview coaching, patrons enjoy 24/7 access to interview tips and career resources. The coaches are available from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM every day.

Resume Lab: Patrons can submit their resumes any time through the JobNow Resume Lab and a job coach will send it back within 24 hours with detailed feedback and suggestions for improvement. Users are also able to download resume templates, or browse resources for producing better resumes.

Career Resources: Patrons enjoy 24/7 access to a carefully-selected library of job resources. In addition, Brainfuse job coaches help users strategically target jobs best suited to their interests and qualifications.

Chilton Library

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Includes repair and maintenance information for many popular vehicles.

Tags: Automotive Repair, Car Repair, Recalls, Car Parts

Civil War Newspapers

Due to license restrictions this research tool is available only to patrons when visiting a CALS location. Some research tools are restricted to specific CALS locations. Please contact CALS at 918-3000 before your visit if you have questions about availability.

A collection of historical newspapers containing extensive local and national coverage of American culture, politics, and society from the Antebellum through the Reconstruction periods.

Tags: American History, Antebellum, Reconstruction, Historical Newspapers

Computer Science Database

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This research tool provided via Traveler Access.

Full text research on subjects such as database design, software development, web commerce, LANs, WANs, Intranets, and the Internet.

Tags: Databases, Software Development, Information Systems, Computer Security, Internet

Consumer Reports

Find ratings and reviews on products from household goods to electronics to cars with this free access to ConsumerReports.org.

Tags: Consumer, Reviews, Ratings, Appliances, Electronics

Culturegrams

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This research tool provided via Traveler Access.

Provides access to cultural reports, statistics, and primary source material for countries across the globe, including the United States and Canadian provinces. Includes unique information such as native recipes, interviews, photos and videos. Contains four modules: Kids, Provinces, States and World.

Tags: Teacher Resources, Educator Resources, Cultures, Traditions, World Religions, Governments, Flags