A-Z Online Resources
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A to Z Business Research
Research over 65 million U.S. businesses to create consumer and business mailing lists and sales leads, access executive and residential information, and job listings.
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ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy (Youth Resource)
A fun way for kids ages 2-8 to learn reading, math, beginning science, social studies, art, and music.
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Academic Resources EBSCO
Full-text articles to support research in science, engineering, physics, technology, religion, and philosophy. Includes access to video from the Associated Press (AP). Explore Academic Search Complete; AGRICOLA; Diversity Source; Ethnic Diversity eBook Collection; ERIC; Health Source: Nursing Academic Edition; LGBTQ+ Source; Library & Information Science Source; Professional Development Collection; Psychology & Behavioral Sciences Collection; and Religion & Philosophy Collection.
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Alternative HealthWatch
Alt HealthWatch Provides information on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to healthcare and wellness. Sources include journals (some peer-reviewed) and reports.
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Ancestry Library Edition
In library use only. A premier genealogy resource that includes U.S. and worldwide census, immigration, military, and vital records collections.
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Auto Repair Source
Offers a wealth of information to help you diagnose, repair, and maintain cars and vehicles. Includes service and repair procedures, diagrams, recall information, specifications, labor estimates, and parts pricing. IPPL cardholders can check out an OBDII automotive diagnostic tool to read and clear check engine lights.
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Barron's
Access full-text articles from a leading source of financial news.
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Biography Reference Bank & Biography eBook Collection
Biography Reference Center offers over 390,000 biographies and includes the complete full text of Biography Today and Biography Magazine, as well as thousands of narrative biographies and Biography eBooks.
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Brainfuse CollegeNow - Youth Resource
Provides access to college admissions services through online guidance counselors and resources for applications, financial aid, and admissions interviews.
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Brainfuse HelpNow- Adult & Youth Resource
Access live online tutoring for grade school through adult learners from 2-11 p.m. daily, upload writing assignments for personalized feedback, and utilize the test center with study guides and practice tests for all ages on school and career topics, including AP, GED, ACT, SAT, and GRE.
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Business Source
Business Source Complete; Regional Business News; Small Business News Source; and Business eBooks Collection contains full-text coverage of top business, management, and economics journals, periodicals, and eBooks. These publications cover topics such as accounting, banking, finance, international business, marketing, and sales.
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Chicago Community Collection
Explore current and archival articles and stay informed on local topics, people, and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political & social issues & more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning the Chicago area including the Chicago Sun-Times, Daily Herald, and Daily Southtown. Available remotely 24/7 on any device.
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Chicago Daily News
Full-text articles from Chicago Daily News, 1875-1978.
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Chicago News Historical Archive
Chicago Daily News Historical Archive 1875-1978.
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Chicago Sun-Times Collection
Access full-text articles from the Chicago Sun-Times from 1986 to the present and images from 2018 to the present.
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Chicago Tribune Archive
Access Chicago Tribune full text from 1849-2011. Access Chicago Tribune full-text from 1996 to the present.
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Chicago Tribune Digital Edition
Access the Chicago Tribune digital edition, including the current day's issue, plus one month of archives. Click the link to select 24-hour or 72-hour access.
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Chicago Tribune Website
Full access to the Chicago Tribune website. Click the link to select 24-hour or 72-hour access.
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Consumer Reports
Buying advice, product ratings, reviews, recommendations, money-saving advice and tips, and videos for products including appliances, and electronics.
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Consumers' Checkbook
Contains consumer ratings on businesses and services for the Chicago metro area. Search for plumbers, roofers, doctors, dentists, and more.
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Daily Herald Collection
Access full-text articles from the Arlington Heights Daily Herald from 1995 to the present and images from 2021 to the present.
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Daily Southtown Collection
Access full-text articles from the Daily Southtown from 2004 to the present and images from 2019 to the present.
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Darien Suburban Life
Full text articles from Darien Suburban Life from 2009-2013 and Suburban Life from 2021-Current.
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eBooks Nonfiction
Designed for public libraries, thousands of books cover core subject areas as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure, technology, life skills, and more.
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Elementary School Search- Youth Resource
Elementary School Research and Elementary School eBook Collection support elementary school students, which includes encyclopedias specifically for kids, articles from children's magazines including Highlights and Junior Scholastic, and a large image collection.
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Fiero Code - Adult & Youth Resource
An education platform that teaches a variety of coding skills through a series of fun, game-based tutorials and projects.
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Global Newsstream
A resource of over 6,000 publications from around the world, featuring the full-text of many major metropolitan newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Barron's, and over 6,000 other publications from around the world. Obituaries are included in full-text coverage.
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Health Source: Consumer Edition
Subjects include fitness, nutrition, diabetes, aging, women's health, and children's health. Information comes from magazines, books, Clinical Reference System reports, and pamphlets.
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HeritageQuest Online
Search for census records, public directories, federal census 1790-1950, PERSI, Revolutionary War files, Freedman's Bank Records, and more.
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High School Magazine Collection - Youth Resource
Designed for high school libraries, this research database contains full text for hundreds of popular magazines and e-books covering news, politics, science, sports, culture, and more. It also includes thousands of full-text primary source documents and videos from the Associated Press.
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History Reference Source
History Reference Center and History Reference Center eBooks covers topics in U.S. and world history from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century, and contain full-text journals, magazines, reference books, and thousands of primary source documents & related eBooks.
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Hobbies & Crafts Source
Get your creative on! Find arts and crafts; games and electronics; models; needlework; outdoors and nature; and scrapbooking and paper crafts.
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Home Improvement Source
Includes maintenance, remodeling, electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating, home and garden from more than 130 reference books.
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Illinois' Reliable Information Sources
Illinois' Reliable Information Sources are available to people in Illinois without a local library or library card, and includes research resources for all ages, job and career assistance, as well as small business information.
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LearningExpress for Test Prep, Computer Skills, & Jobs and Careers
Learning Express Library includes resources for job and career success, test prep, and computer skills.
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Legal Forms Illinois
Find customizable up-to-date Illinois legal forms for use by individuals, small businesses, and legal professionals.
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Legal Information Source
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. Includes full-text reference books from Nolo, the nation’s oldest and most respected provider of legal information for consumers and small businesses.
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LinkedIn Learning--- Try Udemy
We no longer subscribe to LinkedIn Learning but check out Udemy, which offers timely and engaging online courses on topics such as Cyber Security, Business, Cloud Computing, Leadership & Management, and Generative AI.
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Literary Reference Source
Literary Reference Source and Literary Reference eBooks contain literary criticisms, plot summaries and synopses, book reviews, full-text short stories and poems, research guides, lesson plans, citation tools to support student learning.
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MasterFILE Complete
Broad collection of popular full-text magazines including People, Better Homes and Gardens, TIME, and Newsweek. Covers subjects including business, health, education, fitness, sports and leisure, personal finance, general science, multicultural issues, DIY, fashion, photos, maps, and flags.
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Medline Plus
MedlinePlus is an online health information resource provided by the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world's largest medical library, and a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Offers information on health topics, human genetics, medical tests, medications, dietary supplements, and healthy recipes sourced from more than 1,600 selected organizations and provides 40,000 links to authoritative health information in English and 18,000 links to information in Spanish.
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Middle School Search - Youth Resource
Resources and eBooks to support elementary and middle school students, including biographies, magazines, primary source documents, photos, maps, and flags. Includes Sports Illustrated Kids, Scholastic News, National Geographic, and dozens more. Articles include reading level indicators (Lexile).
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Morningstar Investment Center (from home)
Access from home comprehensive data and independent analysis on thousands of investments, spanning mutual funds, stocks, ETFs, and closed-end funds.
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Morningstar Investment Center (in library)
Access while in the library comprehensive data and independent analysis on thousands of investments, spanning mutual funds, stocks, ETFs, and closed-end funds.
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New York Times at Home
Enjoy everything the New York Times has to offer, including News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic, with this 24-hour access code. The access code is emailed to you and requires you to create a New York Times account with an email address. Watch this video to get started.
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New York Times In-Library
Access the New York Times website from the library. In-library access only includes the news segment of the New York Times. It does not include Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, or The Athletic. Those segments are available with a 24-hour access code via New York Times at Home.
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Newspaper Source Plus
Includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires, news magazines, and television and radio transcripts.
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NoveList Plus K-8
Reading recommendations for children's fiction, searchable by Lexile, subject, and grade level.
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Points of View Reference Source
Resources to understand issues, develop critical thinking skills, and develop persuasive arguments. Includes essays, overviews, articles, and transcripts on citizens' rights, earth and environmental issues, global issues, health and medicine, and media and communications.
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Press Reader
Enjoy access to more than 7,000 magazines and newspapers from around the world including the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Guardian, and Newsweek.
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Public Records (from home or in-Library)
Search public records for new homeowners, new businesses, foreclosures, and bankruptcies for Illinois. Includes Check Illinois database for background check information. This database works best on a computer or tablet and may not be accessible on a phone.
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Scholastic Teachables
Provides access to free printables and curriculum supports for lessons on a variety of topics for grades PreK-8.
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Science Reference Source
Find full-text articles to support research in applied sciences, biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and energy. Includes the Science Image Collection, a database of high-quality science images from National Geographic, UPI, Getty, NASA, Nature Picture Library.
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Small Engine Repair Source
Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Includes guides on extensive repairs such as engine and transmission disassembly. Coverage includes lawnmowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles. Information on more than 25 years of engine models, with new and updated content added regularly.
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The Doings
Full-text articles from The Doings (Burr Ridge - Darien - Willowbrook, IL) 2021-2024.
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Transparent Language
Learn a new language using a self-paced, interactive online language-learning system with courses in over 100 languages, including English.
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Udemy
Offers timely and engaging online courses on topics such as Cyber Security, Business, Cloud Computing, Leadership & Management, and Generative AI. We recommend using Udemy in a browser. If you are using the Udemy Business app and are prompted for an "organization's account name," enter "gale."
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Value Line Investment
Contains information about stocks, including small and large cap companies. Research individual stocks and markets and learn about investments.
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Vocational & Career Education
Find full-text access to a wide array of trade and industry-related periodicals, covering various fields like automotive, construction, computers, engineering, finance, food service, health, nursing, marketing, real estate, retail, and technology.
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Wall Street Journal
Access to articles from the Wall Street Journal's Eastern edition, with coverage extending from 1984 to the present, and is updated daily.
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WorldCat Discovery
Search the catalog to request items from libraries across the country. You will need to first login using your Indian Prairie library card and PIN. Don't know your PIN? Call us or click the chat icon on the right side of the screen to start a conversation.
