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Databases in Alphabetical Order

• Auto Repair Source

  Repair information and schedules, diagrams, parts and labor estimates, service alerts, and recalls for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Bookflix

  A digital resource featuring animated stories paired with non-fiction eBooks from Scholastic.

• Business Source Elite

  This database provides full-text coverage of top business, management and economics journals and periodicals. This includes SWOT analysis, case studies and company profiles. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Chicago Community Coverage (via NewsBank)

  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. Includes digital versions of local newspapers such as the Chicago Sun-Times, Crain’s Chicago Business, and the Lake Forester.

  • Chicago Sun-Times Historical and Current Collection

    Research Chicago history through the Chicago Sun-Times Historical and Current Collection with coverage from 1929 through current. Study trends, issues, events, advertisements, companies and more through historical and current full newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online.

  • Chicago Daily News Historical Archive

    Research Chicago history through the Chicago Daily News Historical Archive Collection with coverage from 1875-1978. Primary source information to examine events, issues and daily life in the context of the historical period, featuring archived full newspaper pages.

  • Lake County News-Sun

    Lake County News-Sun Collection – 1997-Current. Explore Waukegan history through local news, events and people with the Lake County News-Sun Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online.

  • Lake Forester

    Search full-text articles on local news, issues, events, people and more from current and archived issues of Lake Forester.

• Consumer Reports

  Browse ratings, reviews, recommendations, and buying advice for thousands of products.

• Educate Station

  Educate Station is a collection of learning plans and worksheets featuring ready-to-use, hands-on activities for kids to do at home or at school.

• ERIC: Education Resources Information Complete

  Index of journal articles, books, theses, curriculum guides, conference papers, standards, and guidelines on a wide range of education topics. Sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences of the U.S. Department of Education. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Explora High School

  A collection of the 24 best databases for high school students which include various subject specific databases such as science and literature, as well as multi subject databases such as Newspaper Source, and Academic Search Elite. Resources include full text articles, including peer-reviewed articles, e-books, videos and more. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Explora Middle School

  Art, music, biology, geology, you name it, it’s in here. This collection of databases includes Biography Reference Source, History Reference Source, Literary Reference Source, Newspaper Source, Middle Search, and more. All in an easy-to-use visual package that helps students find information on the topics of interest to them, set at a reading level for Middle School students. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Explora Primary

  A collection designed for the youngest users. This gathers all the best resources, including e-books, encyclopedia, and magazines, laid out in a visual browsable format for those in elementary school. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• FamilySearch

  Explore your family history with FamilySearch, a free genealogy website offering billions of historical records, family trees, and research tools—available exclusively on-site at the Library.

• FinancialFit

  Follow short, easy-to-understand personal finance lessons, videos, and interactive tools to develop your financial literacy, make informed money decisions, and work toward long-term financial goals.

• Hobbies and Crafts Source

  Subject areas include arts & crafts; games & electronics; models; needlework; outdoors & nature; and scrapbooking & paper craft. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Home Improvement Source

  Includes maintenance, remodeling, electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating, home & garden, etc. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• IRIS: Illinois Reliable Information Resources

  Welcome to the Illinois Reliable Information Sources (IRIS). Here, every Illinois resident can get free and easy access to valuable information and resources. Find thousands of journals, magazines, e-books, and online databases on various topics, from education and health to business and personal growth. You can search or browse databases alphabetically, by subject, or in a special collection just for K-12 students. A library card is NOT required to use this resource.

• KidSpeak

  KidSpeak™ is a fun, age-appropriate online language course for children ages 6 and up. Available through Transparent Language Online, it introduces English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese with words and phrases tailored to young learners. More than 40 activities, puzzles, and songs help kids build foundational skills, guided by a cartoon “friend” who speaks the language. KidSpeak™ can be used in a web browser on any computer.

  • English for Kids
  • Spanish (Castilian) for Kids
  • Chinese (Mandarin) for Kids
  • French for Kids
  • German for Kids
  • Italian for Kids

• Learning Express

  A unique collection of tutorials, practice tests, and educational courses. Includes early math concepts for those in elementary school, up to college entrance exam practice tests; includes tutorials, videos, and even flash cards. A library card is not needed to access this resource.

• Legal Information Source

  Thousands of legal forms by topic including bankruptcy, divorce, name changes, wills & estate planning and more. Most of the full text legal reference books provided through NOLO.

• Legal Source

   A scholarly resource of current issues, studies, and trends of the legal world. For attorneys, educators, businesspeople, law librarians, students, and paralegals.

• LinkedIn Learning

  Choose from thousands of professional courses to build your skill set. LinkedIn Learning offers courses on everything from Photoshop and Excel to public speaking and project management. Please note this database always requires a Lake Bluff Library card and PIN to log in. The PIN is the same as the password that you use to log in to your account on our website.

• MAS Complete

  Designed for high school libraries and offers coverage of popular high school magazines and reference books. Over 1,000,000 photos, maps, and flags. Full text magazines include Discover, US News & World Report, Scientific American, and more. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• MasterFILE Complete

  Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Magazines include People, Better Homes and Gardens, TIME, and Newsweek. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Middle Search

  Magazines and reference books for middle school students. Includes thousands of biographies and primary source documents. Subjects include history, current events, science, sports, and biographies. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Newspaper Source Plus

  Includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires, and news magazines. Daily updates from popular news sources such as newspapers include St. Louis Post-Dispatch, The Washington Post, USA Today, and more. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• NoveList K-8

  Find just the right book by subject, age, awards won, books made into movies, and much more. Includes tools for teachers such as Lexile levels and Common Core standards. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• NoveList Plus

  Use Novelist to find your next read! Features lists of award-winning books, book discussion guides, Read-a-Like recommendations, and complete series information on a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles.

• Points of View Reference Source

  Presents multiple sides of over 500 issues. Helps students assess and develop persuasive arguments, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Primary Search

  For elementary school libraries. Content from children’s magazines, easy-to-read encyclopedia entries, and images. Students can learn about animals, musicians, fitness, space exploration, and much more. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Professional Development Collection

  Specialized information for librarians, teachers, and education researchers. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Regional Business News

  Regional business publications for the United States and Canadian provinces from 1990. Includes newspapers, radio and television news transcripts, trade publications, magazines, and newswires. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Science Reference Source

  Provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books and high-quality videos on subjects such as biology, chemistry, earth & space science, the environment, life science, physics, and wildlife. The database also contains science experiments, curriculum-aligned lesson plans, and a vast image collection. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Small Business Source

  Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. Illinois specific information included. A library card is not required to access this resource.

• Small Engine Repair Source

  Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance. Coverage includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, snowmobiles and more than 25 years of engine models. New and updated content added regularly. A library card is not required to access this resource.
  

• The New York Times

  Explore everything The New York Times has to offer with free digital access through Lake Bluff Public Library, both onsite and offsite. Enjoy award-winning journalism, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter product reviews, The Athletic’s sports coverage, and Audio stories and podcasts.

  • Offsite Access

    Lake Bluff Public Library cardholders can access The New York Times for free for 24 hours from any device.

  • Onsite Access

    Enjoy free digital access to The New York Times while visiting the Library using Library computers or the Library’s Wi-Fi.

• Transparent Language Online

  Transparent Language Online provides an effective, engaging experience for language learners looking to build vocabulary; practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing; and maintain what they’ve learned. With courses and supplemental resources in 110+ languages, Transparent Language Online can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on almost any device.

• U.S. Major Dailies (via ProQuest)

  This collection provides access to articles from the five most respected U.S. national and regional newspapers: The New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, and the Wall Street Journal.

• Vocational Search and Career Collection

  This database provides full-text coverage for trade and industry-related periodicals for high schools, community colleges, trade institutions, and the general public. Industries covered include: automotive, construction, computers, engineering, finance, food service, health, nursing, marketing, real estate, retail, technology, and more.