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SUBJECTS

Arts & Literature
  • Core Collections (EBSCO)
    These six unique databases contain librarian-selected book recommendations to assist librarians doing collection development.
  • Critical Survey of Long Fiction
    Provides students and general readers with in-depth profiles of major authors in long fiction.
  • Critical Survey of Mythology & Folklore: Gods & Goddesses
    Examines the major and minor gods and goddesses from a broad range of regions and cultures throughout the world.
  • Masterplots
    A classic reference work, Masterplots analyzes the most important works in all genres—long fiction, short fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction—throughout history and around the world, helping to define and critique the literary canon. 
  • Masterplots Supplement 2010-2018
    A supplement to Masterplots, this ebook evaluates fiction published around the world from 2010-2018.
  • NoveList Plus
    Search among hundreds of thousands of popular fiction and readable nonfiction titles, and also retrieve author read-alikes, book lists, book discussion guides, and more.
  • SIRS Discoverer (Proquest)
    Designed specifically for elementary and middle school students, this research tool covers a wide range of subjects including reading, language arts, current events, science, social studies, history, health, and technology.
  • UXL Graphic Novels
    Graphic novels -- novels merging pictures and rich language to create a unique experience of literature and art -- are enjoying a renewed popularity, especially with students and young adults. U*X*L's Graphic Novelists introduces researchers to the authors and illustrators behind these works, taking care to define and explore the distinction between comic books and graphic novels.
Biography
  • Great Lives from History: Notorious Lives
    Biographies of more than 600 notorious historical figures - some controversial, some entirely infamous - and information on their impact on the world.
  • U.S. History in Context
    Provides a complete overview of U.S. history covering the most-studied events, issues and current information. Includes primary sources and journal articles.
  • World History in Context
    Combines a comprehensive and unique global collection of resources with easy-to-use searching for undergraduate and high school research and curriculums.
Business, Careers, & Finance
  • Career & Technical Education Database (ProQuest)
    ProQuest Career & Technical Education is the definitive source for vocational information. The database includes nearly 600 titles, with more than 500 available in full text for quick access to research on virtually any technical topic.
  • Lynda.com
    Lynda.com is an online learning site that hosts a constantly growing library of over 3,000 courses that include over 130,000 videos. Courses cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and open source applications) that can help you pursue personal and professional goals. These courses are delivered by expert instructors and feature searchable transcripts that make it easy to find quick answers to questions. They also feature Certificates of Completion that can be uploaded to a LinkedIn profile. To sign in, you'll need your Springdale Public Library card number and password (by default, the last four digits of your telephone number).
  • Survey of American Industry and Careers
    Provides comprehensive information about 112 North American industries and related careers.
  • Value Line
    Value Line is a complete, multidimensional investment management solution that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions. It provides a wealth of in-depth financial information, intelligently presented both in print and online, plus objective research, insightful commentary, proven price projections, and advanced analytical tools.
Dictionaries/Encyclopedias
  • Encyclopedia of Arkansas History and Culture
    A definitive and accurate record of Arkansas history, culture and geography. Maintained and updated by the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies.
  • World Book Complete
    A single link for all 11 Traveler World Book databases.
  • World Book eBooks
    A collection of 25 classics and an additional 25 proprietary World Book non-fiction titles. Desktop computer and tablet users may access the site via browser or checkout for offline. Simultaneous checkout makes eBooks available for an unlimited number of users.
Downloadables
  • AudioBookCloud
    This online collection of streaming audiobooks for schools and libraries gives you unlimited remote access. Audiobooks are instantly available, with no sign-up or setup required. Choose from over 1,200 classic and contemporary titles, including audio for all ages in English and Spanish.
  • Flipster Digital Magazines
    Flipster provides access to popular magazines in a digital format.
  • Freegal Music
    Freegal is a digital music service that gives you access to 15+ million songs from 200+ genres. Streaming is unlimited and you can download up to 3 DRM-free songs each week. You can also create and save playlists and share them with others.  All you need is your library card and PIN.
  • Gale Virtual Reference Library
    Provides access to Gale eBooks owned by SPL.
  • Hoopla
    The Library is pleased to offer Hoopla, which makes thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, movies, television shows, and music albums  available with no waiting and no holds lists. To use Hoopla, download the Hoopla app for Apple or Android, or visit hoopladigital.com. Register for a free account with your Springdale Public Library card, and download up to 10 items each month.
  • Kanopy
    Kanopy, an on-demand streaming film service, offers a broad selection of documentaries, classic films, foreign language films and training videos from PBS, BBC, The Great Courses and more.  Patrons get 8 play credits per month and unlimited streaming in Kanopy Kids.
  • Library2Go Overdrive
    Download books and audiobooks to your computer or mobile device, or enjoy them directly from your internet browser.
  • RomanceBookCloud
    Whether it be contemporary, historical, time travel, paranormal or inspirational, with this collection of 1800 titles, including award winners and best sellers, you will never run out of romance to read.  All Springdale library card holders can read to their heart's content!
  • TeenBookCloud
    TeenBookCloud features over 1000 titles, including student-favorite graphic novels, enhanced e-books with full audio narration and highlighted text, classic literature, national geographic videos, and more! In addition, our new AP English section makes hundreds of curriculum books available to readers at the click of a button. There are no check-out times or wait lists: the books are always available, to everyone with a Springdale Public Library card!
  • TumbleBookLibrary
    Provides online story books, chapter books, puzzles and games, and language learning for Pre-K and elementary age children.
  • World Book eBooks
    A collection of 25 classics and an additional 25 proprietary World Book non-fiction titles. Desktop computer and tablet users may access the site via browser or checkout for offline. Simultaneous checkout makes eBooks available for an unlimited number of users.
Education
  • Arkansas Driver Education
    Arkansas-specific information and practice tests for cars, motorcycles, and the commercial driver's license (CDL).
  • Brainfuse HelpNow
    Live tutoring, homework help, writing help, language learning, and more!
  • Career & Technical Education Database (ProQuest)
    ProQuest Career & Technical Education is the definitive source for vocational information. The database includes nearly 600 titles, with more than 500 available in full text for quick access to research on virtually any technical topic.
  • Early World of Learning
    Early World of Learning is an educational resource focused on reading and oral language skills - just for preschoolers and children in the early grades. Check out the narrated stories, interactive games, interactive reference material for new readers, and more!
  • ERIC
    This database is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education to provide extensive access to education-related literature. ERIC provides coverage of journal articles, conferences, meetings, government documents, theses, dissertations, reports, audiovisual media, bibliographies, directories, books and monographs.
  • Learning Express
    LearningExpress Library features online tutorials, practice tests, and e-books to help patrons of all ages. It offers job search and workplace skills improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science, career certification and licensure exam prep, college and grad school entrance test prep, GED® test prep, and more.
  • Miss Humblebee’s Academy
    An interactive kindergarten-readiness program that introduces children ages 3 to 6 to key concepts in math, science, social studies, literacy, art and music.  Includes games, puzzles and offline printables.  Parents may track their child's learning with weekly progress reports.
  • SIRS Discoverer (Proquest)
    Designed specifically for elementary and middle school students, this research tool covers a wide range of subjects including reading, language arts, current events, science, social studies, history, health, and technology.
  • U.S. History in Context
    Provides a complete overview of U.S. history covering the most-studied events, issues and current information. Includes primary sources and journal articles.
  • World History in Context
    Combines a comprehensive and unique global collection of resources with easy-to-use searching for undergraduate and high school research and curriculums.
Food and Recipes
  • AtoZ World Food
    Explore food culture and traditional recipes from around the world. Learn to make classic dishes from 174 countries, explore international ingredients, research regional food history, and more.
Genealogy
  • African American Heritage
    African American Heritage is a groundbreaking digital resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. This collection was created in partnership with leading African American genealogists and recognized leaders in genealogical information to develop a comprehensive mix of resources, records, and tools specifically pertaining to African Americans.
  • Ancestry.com Library Edition
    Delivers billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more.
  • Heritage Quest
    A comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources - rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids.
General
  • Gale Virtual Reference Library
    Provides access to Gale eBooks owned by SPL.
  • NoveList Plus
    Search among hundreds of thousands of popular fiction and readable nonfiction titles, and also retrieve author read-alikes, book lists, book discussion guides, and more.
  • ProQuest Central
    This database serves as the central resource for researchers at all levels. Covering more than 160 subject areas, ProQuest Central is the largest aggregated database of periodical content. This award-winning online reference resource features a highly-respected, diversified mix of content including scholarly journals, trade publications, magazines, books, newspapers, reports and videos.
  • Research Library (ProQuest)
    ProQuest Research Library provides one-stop access to thousands of full-text periodicals from one of the broadest, most inclusive general reference databases ProQuest has to offer. Search from a highly-respected, diversified mix of scholarly journals, professional and trade publications, and magazines covering over 150 subjects and topics.
  • SIRS Issues Researcher
    Background and analysis on 350+ leading issues, providing pros and cons on social, scientific, health, historic, economic, political, and global issues.
  • US Newsstream (ProQuest)
    This database's detailed indexing helps users quickly find the news information they need. Each issue of each newspaper is indexed thoroughly, so researchers have access to not only top news stories but also the information contained on the various sections of the papers. The indexing covers not only complete bibliographic information but also companies, people, products, etc.
Geography & Culture
  • AtoZ World Food
    Explore food culture and traditional recipes from around the world. Learn to make classic dishes from 174 countries, explore international ingredients, research regional food history, and more.
  • Critical Survey of Mythology & Folklore: Gods & Goddesses
    Examines the major and minor gods and goddesses from a broad range of regions and cultures throughout the world.
  • CultureGrams
    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.
  • Encyclopedia of Arkansas History and Culture
    A definitive and accurate record of Arkansas history, culture and geography. Maintained and updated by the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies.
  • Ethnic News Watch
    Ethnic NewsWatch includes current journals, magazines, and newspapers from ethnic and independent presses. Content covers 1990-present, with specialized coverage of the following ethnic categories: African American/Caribbean/African; Arab/Middle Eastern; Asian/Pacific Islander; European/Eastern European; Hispanic; Jewish; Native People. It is updated daily with new content and contains over 2 million full text articles.
  • Extremist Groups: Information for Students
    Provides an overview and history of 150 extremist organizations worldwide that are active today.
  • The Fifty States
    This volume is designed to serve the needs of those seeking basic information on individual states and the District of Columbia. Each chapter opens with a profile listing of key facts on population, geography, history and other points of interest. This section is followed by a brief state history, state timeline, and notes for further study.
Health & Medicine
  • Medline
    MEDLINE is a bibliographic database produced by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. The database contains millions of citations, derived from thousands of biomedical and life science journals, and indexed with Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) from the NLM controlled vocabulary. Extending back to 1946, annual input now exceeds 700,000 citations.
History & Social Science
  • History Resources at the Gale Virtual Reference Library
    A selection of reference ebooks covering a variety of historical subjects, including primary source materials.
  • African American Heritage
    African American Heritage is a groundbreaking digital resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. This collection was created in partnership with leading African American genealogists and recognized leaders in genealogical information to develop a comprehensive mix of resources, records, and tools specifically pertaining to African Americans.
  • Chemical and Biological Warfare: A Reference Handbook
    This online reference book surveys the fundamentals, policies, and strategies of chemical and biological warfare from 1915 to the present.
  • Encyclopedia of Arkansas History and Culture
    A definitive and accurate record of Arkansas history, culture and geography. Maintained and updated by the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies.
  • Extremist Groups: Information for Students
    Provides an overview and history of 150 extremist organizations worldwide that are active today.
  • Great Lives from History: Notorious Lives
    Biographies of more than 600 notorious historical figures - some controversial, some entirely infamous - and information on their impact on the world.
  • New York Times Online at Home
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at home, follow the link above. You’ll then be given a code for 72 hours of access. Click Redeem Code to get started. From there, either sign up for a free account or log in with an existing one. When your 72 hours are over, you’re welcome to redeem another code by visiting the Library website again.
  • New York Times Online at the Library
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at the Library, simply visit www.nytimes.com and click Log In in the top right corner. Sign up for a free account, or log in with an existing account. As long as you’re using the Library’s computers or wireless network, you’ll have access to the entire NYT site, with the sole exception of the crossword puzzle.
  • U.S. History in Context
    Provides a complete overview of U.S. history covering the most-studied events, issues and current information. Includes primary sources and journal articles.
  • World History in Context
    Combines a comprehensive and unique global collection of resources with easy-to-use searching for undergraduate and high school research and curriculums.
How To
  • Lynda.com
    Lynda.com is an online learning site that hosts a constantly growing library of over 3,000 courses that include over 130,000 videos. Courses cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and open source applications) that can help you pursue personal and professional goals. These courses are delivered by expert instructors and feature searchable transcripts that make it easy to find quick answers to questions. They also feature Certificates of Completion that can be uploaded to a LinkedIn profile. To sign in, you'll need your Springdale Public Library card number and password (by default, the last four digits of your telephone number).
Language
  • Little Pim Language Learning
    Language learning for children ages 0-6 from Mango Languages.
  • Mango Languages
    This online language-learning system teaches actual conversation skills for over 70 different languages. It's so easy you'll see incredible results after just one lesson.
News
  • Ethnic News Watch
    Ethnic NewsWatch includes current journals, magazines, and newspapers from ethnic and independent presses. Content covers 1990-present, with specialized coverage of the following ethnic categories: African American/Caribbean/African; Arab/Middle Eastern; Asian/Pacific Islander; European/Eastern European; Hispanic; Jewish; Native People. It is updated daily with new content and contains over 2 million full text articles.
  • New York Times Online at Home
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at home, follow the link above. You’ll then be given a code for 72 hours of access. Click Redeem Code to get started. From there, either sign up for a free account or log in with an existing one. When your 72 hours are over, you’re welcome to redeem another code by visiting the Library website again.
  • New York Times Online at the Library
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at the Library, simply visit www.nytimes.com and click Log In in the top right corner. Sign up for a free account, or log in with an existing account. As long as you’re using the Library’s computers or wireless network, you’ll have access to the entire NYT site, with the sole exception of the crossword puzzle.
  • Newsbank
    Search current and archived coverage of issues, events, people, government, sports and more with the largest collection of full-text U.S. newspapers, including the Morning News of Northwest Arkansas (2004-2009), the Springdale Morning News (2009-2015), and the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (2006-current). Includes staff-written articles, obituaries, editorials, announcements, real estate and other sections.
  • US Newsstream (ProQuest)
    This database's detailed indexing helps users quickly find the news information they need. Each issue of each newspaper is indexed thoroughly, so researchers have access to not only top news stories but also the information contained on the various sections of the papers. The indexing covers not only complete bibliographic information but also companies, people, products, etc.
Online Learning
  • Brainfuse HelpNow
    Live tutoring, homework help, writing help, language learning, and more!
  • Creativebug
    Patrons have an all-access, no-boundaries pass to explore 1000+ classes with Creativebug . People of all skill levels can work alongside instructors to learn craft techniques. The platform is simple and intuitive, with features like chapter divisions, note-taking tools, 20-second rewind and more. Users can save favorite classes and receive personalized recommendations. Videos are produced by renowned artists and creative experts. Instructors bring a lifetime of practice, passion, and proven teaching methods.
  • Kanopy
    Kanopy, an on-demand streaming film service, offers a broad selection of documentaries, classic films, foreign language films and training videos from PBS, BBC, The Great Courses and more.  Patrons get 8 play credits per month and unlimited streaming in Kanopy Kids.
  • Learning Express
    LearningExpress Library features online tutorials, practice tests, and e-books to help patrons of all ages. It offers job search and workplace skills improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science, career certification and licensure exam prep, college and grad school entrance test prep, GED® test prep, and more.
  • Lynda.com
    Lynda.com is an online learning site that hosts a constantly growing library of over 3,000 courses that include over 130,000 videos. Courses cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and open source applications) that can help you pursue personal and professional goals. These courses are delivered by expert instructors and feature searchable transcripts that make it easy to find quick answers to questions. They also feature Certificates of Completion that can be uploaded to a LinkedIn profile. To sign in, you'll need your Springdale Public Library card number and password (by default, the last four digits of your telephone number).
  • Mango Languages
    This online language-learning system teaches actual conversation skills for over 70 different languages. It's so easy you'll see incredible results after just one lesson.
  • Miss Humblebee’s Academy
    An interactive kindergarten-readiness program that introduces children ages 3 to 6 to key concepts in math, science, social studies, literacy, art and music.  Includes games, puzzles and offline printables.  Parents may track their child's learning with weekly progress reports.
Research
  • Ancestry.com Library Edition
    Delivers billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more.
  • Encyclopedia of Arkansas History and Culture
    A definitive and accurate record of Arkansas history, culture and geography. Maintained and updated by the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies.
  • Gale Virtual Reference Library
    Provides access to Gale eBooks owned by SPL.
  • New York Times Online at Home
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at home, follow the link above. You’ll then be given a code for 72 hours of access. Click Redeem Code to get started. From there, either sign up for a free account or log in with an existing one. When your 72 hours are over, you’re welcome to redeem another code by visiting the Library website again.
  • New York Times Online at the Library
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at the Library, simply visit www.nytimes.com and click Log In in the top right corner. Sign up for a free account, or log in with an existing account. As long as you’re using the Library’s computers or wireless network, you’ll have access to the entire NYT site, with the sole exception of the crossword puzzle.
  • Newsbank
    Search current and archived coverage of issues, events, people, government, sports and more with the largest collection of full-text U.S. newspapers, including the Morning News of Northwest Arkansas (2004-2009), the Springdale Morning News (2009-2015), and the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (2006-current). Includes staff-written articles, obituaries, editorials, announcements, real estate and other sections.
  • ProQuest Central
    This database serves as the central resource for researchers at all levels. Covering more than 160 subject areas, ProQuest Central is the largest aggregated database of periodical content. This award-winning online reference resource features a highly-respected, diversified mix of content including scholarly journals, trade publications, magazines, books, newspapers, reports and videos.
  • Research Companion
    ProQuest Research Companion is ProQuest’s flagship information literacy product. It was built to help students do more effective scholarly research and to support educators as they teach the core information literacy principles of finding, evaluating, and using information. More than 80 short videos are organized into nine Learning Modules that answer questions like "How do I choose a topic?" "Where do I find information?" and "How do I evaluate sources?" Different kinds of "pre" and "post" assessment questions make the viewing experience more interactive, while allowing educators to measure students’ learning and identify gaps in their understanding.
  • Research Library (ProQuest)
    ProQuest Research Library provides one-stop access to thousands of full-text periodicals from one of the broadest, most inclusive general reference databases ProQuest has to offer. Search from a highly-respected, diversified mix of scholarly journals, professional and trade publications, and magazines covering over 150 subjects and topics.
  • SIRS Discoverer (Proquest)
    Designed specifically for elementary and middle school students, this research tool covers a wide range of subjects including reading, language arts, current events, science, social studies, history, health, and technology.
  • STEM Database (Proquest)
    Designed for middle and high school students this research tool supports the study of sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, technology, engineering, and math.    
  • U.S. History in Context
    Provides a complete overview of U.S. history covering the most-studied events, issues and current information. Includes primary sources and journal articles.
  • World Book Complete
    A single link for all 11 Traveler World Book databases.
  • World History in Context
    Combines a comprehensive and unique global collection of resources with easy-to-use searching for undergraduate and high school research and curriculums.
Resources for Kids
  • Brainfuse HelpNow
    Live tutoring, homework help, writing help, language learning, and more!
  • CultureGrams
    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.
  • Early World of Learning
    Early World of Learning is an educational resource focused on reading and oral language skills - just for preschoolers and children in the early grades. Check out the narrated stories, interactive games, interactive reference material for new readers, and more!
  • Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos
    World Book's content, rich media, and interactive features in Spanish for young learners.
  • Little Pim Language Learning
    Language learning for children ages 0-6 from Mango Languages.
  • Miss Humblebee’s Academy
    An interactive kindergarten-readiness program that introduces children ages 3 to 6 to key concepts in math, science, social studies, literacy, art and music.  Includes games, puzzles and offline printables.  Parents may track their child's learning with weekly progress reports.
  • SIRS Discoverer (Proquest)
    Designed specifically for elementary and middle school students, this research tool covers a wide range of subjects including reading, language arts, current events, science, social studies, history, health, and technology.
  • STEM Database (Proquest)
    Designed for middle and high school students this research tool supports the study of sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, technology, engineering, and math.    
  • The Fifty States
    This volume is designed to serve the needs of those seeking basic information on individual states and the District of Columbia. Each chapter opens with a profile listing of key facts on population, geography, history and other points of interest. This section is followed by a brief state history, state timeline, and notes for further study.
  • TumbleBookLibrary
    Provides online story books, chapter books, puzzles and games, and language learning for Pre-K and elementary age children.
  • World Book Kids
    Designed for elementary school learners, this general reference resource offers image-based searching, easy‐to‐read articles and a wealth of engaging games, science projects, and activities.
Resources for Teens
  • Brainfuse HelpNow
    Live tutoring, homework help, writing help, language learning, and more!
  • Research Companion
    ProQuest Research Companion is ProQuest’s flagship information literacy product. It was built to help students do more effective scholarly research and to support educators as they teach the core information literacy principles of finding, evaluating, and using information. More than 80 short videos are organized into nine Learning Modules that answer questions like "How do I choose a topic?" "Where do I find information?" and "How do I evaluate sources?" Different kinds of "pre" and "post" assessment questions make the viewing experience more interactive, while allowing educators to measure students’ learning and identify gaps in their understanding.
  • Research Library (ProQuest)
    ProQuest Research Library provides one-stop access to thousands of full-text periodicals from one of the broadest, most inclusive general reference databases ProQuest has to offer. Search from a highly-respected, diversified mix of scholarly journals, professional and trade publications, and magazines covering over 150 subjects and topics.
  • SIRS Discoverer (Proquest)
    Designed specifically for elementary and middle school students, this research tool covers a wide range of subjects including reading, language arts, current events, science, social studies, history, health, and technology.
  • STEM Database (Proquest)
    Designed for middle and high school students this research tool supports the study of sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, technology, engineering, and math.    
  • TeenBookCloud
    TeenBookCloud features over 1000 titles, including student-favorite graphic novels, enhanced e-books with full audio narration and highlighted text, classic literature, national geographic videos, and more! In addition, our new AP English section makes hundreds of curriculum books available to readers at the click of a button. There are no check-out times or wait lists: the books are always available, to everyone with a Springdale Public Library card!
  • The Fifty States
    This volume is designed to serve the needs of those seeking basic information on individual states and the District of Columbia. Each chapter opens with a profile listing of key facts on population, geography, history and other points of interest. This section is followed by a brief state history, state timeline, and notes for further study.
  • U.S. History in Context
    Provides a complete overview of U.S. history covering the most-studied events, issues and current information. Includes primary sources and journal articles.
  • UXL Graphic Novels
    Graphic novels -- novels merging pictures and rich language to create a unique experience of literature and art -- are enjoying a renewed popularity, especially with students and young adults. U*X*L's Graphic Novelists introduces researchers to the authors and illustrators behind these works, taking care to define and explore the distinction between comic books and graphic novels.
  • World Book Complete
    A single link for all 11 Traveler World Book databases.
  • World Book eBooks
    A collection of 25 classics and an additional 25 proprietary World Book non-fiction titles. Desktop computer and tablet users may access the site via browser or checkout for offline. Simultaneous checkout makes eBooks available for an unlimited number of users.
  • World History in Context
    Combines a comprehensive and unique global collection of resources with easy-to-use searching for undergraduate and high school research and curriculums.
Science & Technology
  • Biomes and Ecosystems
    Illustrates the biology, geography, history and ecological importance of biomes and ecosystems around the world.
  • Chemical Compounds
    This eBook defines what a chemical compound is, how elements combine to form compounds, and an A-Z list of compounds and their characteristics.
  • Chemical and Biological Warfare: A Reference Handbook
    This online reference book surveys the fundamentals, policies, and strategies of chemical and biological warfare from 1915 to the present.
  • Encyclopedia of Environmental Issues
    Assembles information from numerous fields relevant to environmental issues, including biology, geology, anthropology, genetics, and engineering, and explains the interrelationships of these issues.
  • STEM Database (Proquest)
    Designed for middle and high school students this research tool supports the study of sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, technology, engineering, and math.    
Test Prep
  • Learning Express
    LearningExpress Library features online tutorials, practice tests, and e-books to help patrons of all ages. It offers job search and workplace skills improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science, career certification and licensure exam prep, college and grad school entrance test prep, GED® test prep, and more.

ALL ONLINE RESOURCES

Resources A-F
  • African American Heritage
    African American Heritage is a groundbreaking digital resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. This collection was created in partnership with leading African American genealogists and recognized leaders in genealogical information to develop a comprehensive mix of resources, records, and tools specifically pertaining to African Americans.
  • Ancestry.com Library Edition
    Delivers billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more.
  • Arkansas Driver Education
    Arkansas-specific information and practice tests for cars, motorcycles, and the commercial driver's license (CDL).
  • AtoZ World Food
    Explore food culture and traditional recipes from around the world. Learn to make classic dishes from 174 countries, explore international ingredients, research regional food history, and more.
  • AudioBookCloud
    This online collection of streaming audiobooks for schools and libraries gives you unlimited remote access. Audiobooks are instantly available, with no sign-up or setup required. Choose from over 1,200 classic and contemporary titles, including audio for all ages in English and Spanish.
  • Brainfuse HelpNow
    Live tutoring, homework help, writing help, language learning, and more!
  • Career & Technical Education Database (ProQuest)
    ProQuest Career & Technical Education is the definitive source for vocational information. The database includes nearly 600 titles, with more than 500 available in full text for quick access to research on virtually any technical topic.
  • Chemical and Biological Warfare: A Reference Handbook
    This online reference book surveys the fundamentals, policies, and strategies of chemical and biological warfare from 1915 to the present.
  • Core Collections (EBSCO)
    These six unique databases contain librarian-selected book recommendations to assist librarians doing collection development.
  • Creativebug
    Patrons have an all-access, no-boundaries pass to explore 1000+ classes with Creativebug . People of all skill levels can work alongside instructors to learn craft techniques. The platform is simple and intuitive, with features like chapter divisions, note-taking tools, 20-second rewind and more. Users can save favorite classes and receive personalized recommendations. Videos are produced by renowned artists and creative experts. Instructors bring a lifetime of practice, passion, and proven teaching methods.
  • Critical Survey of Long Fiction
    Provides students and general readers with in-depth profiles of major authors in long fiction.
  • Critical Survey of Mythology & Folklore: Gods & Goddesses
    Examines the major and minor gods and goddesses from a broad range of regions and cultures throughout the world.
  • CultureGrams
    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.
  • Early World of Learning
    Early World of Learning is an educational resource focused on reading and oral language skills - just for preschoolers and children in the early grades. Check out the narrated stories, interactive games, interactive reference material for new readers, and more!
  • Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos
    World Book's content, rich media, and interactive features in Spanish for young learners.
  • Encyclopedia of Arkansas History and Culture
    A definitive and accurate record of Arkansas history, culture and geography. Maintained and updated by the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies.
  • Encyclopedia of Environmental Issues
    Assembles information from numerous fields relevant to environmental issues, including biology, geology, anthropology, genetics, and engineering, and explains the interrelationships of these issues.
  • ERIC
    This database is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education to provide extensive access to education-related literature. ERIC provides coverage of journal articles, conferences, meetings, government documents, theses, dissertations, reports, audiovisual media, bibliographies, directories, books and monographs.
  • Ethnic News Watch
    Ethnic NewsWatch includes current journals, magazines, and newspapers from ethnic and independent presses. Content covers 1990-present, with specialized coverage of the following ethnic categories: African American/Caribbean/African; Arab/Middle Eastern; Asian/Pacific Islander; European/Eastern European; Hispanic; Jewish; Native People. It is updated daily with new content and contains over 2 million full text articles.
  • Extremist Groups: Information for Students
    Provides an overview and history of 150 extremist organizations worldwide that are active today.
  • Flipster Digital Magazines
    Flipster provides access to popular magazines in a digital format.
  • Freegal Music
    Freegal is a digital music service that gives you access to 15+ million songs from 200+ genres. Streaming is unlimited and you can download up to 3 DRM-free songs each week. You can also create and save playlists and share them with others.  All you need is your library card and PIN.
Resources G-M
  • Gale Virtual Reference Library
    Provides access to Gale eBooks owned by SPL.
  • Great Lives from History: Notorious Lives
    Biographies of more than 600 notorious historical figures - some controversial, some entirely infamous - and information on their impact on the world.
  • Heritage Quest
    A comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources - rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids.
  • Hoopla
    The Library is pleased to offer Hoopla, which makes thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, movies, television shows, and music albums  available with no waiting and no holds lists. To use Hoopla, download the Hoopla app for Apple or Android, or visit hoopladigital.com. Register for a free account with your Springdale Public Library card, and download up to 10 items each month.
  • Kanopy
    Kanopy, an on-demand streaming film service, offers a broad selection of documentaries, classic films, foreign language films and training videos from PBS, BBC, The Great Courses and more.  Patrons get 8 play credits per month and unlimited streaming in Kanopy Kids.
  • Learning Express
    LearningExpress Library features online tutorials, practice tests, and e-books to help patrons of all ages. It offers job search and workplace skills improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science, career certification and licensure exam prep, college and grad school entrance test prep, GED® test prep, and more.
  • Library2Go Overdrive
    Download books and audiobooks to your computer or mobile device, or enjoy them directly from your internet browser.
  • Little Pim Language Learning
    Language learning for children ages 0-6 from Mango Languages.
  • Lynda.com
    Lynda.com is an online learning site that hosts a constantly growing library of over 3,000 courses that include over 130,000 videos. Courses cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and open source applications) that can help you pursue personal and professional goals. These courses are delivered by expert instructors and feature searchable transcripts that make it easy to find quick answers to questions. They also feature Certificates of Completion that can be uploaded to a LinkedIn profile. To sign in, you'll need your Springdale Public Library card number and password (by default, the last four digits of your telephone number).
  • Mango Languages
    This online language-learning system teaches actual conversation skills for over 70 different languages. It's so easy you'll see incredible results after just one lesson.
  • Masterplots
    A classic reference work, Masterplots analyzes the most important works in all genres—long fiction, short fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction—throughout history and around the world, helping to define and critique the literary canon. 
  • Masterplots Supplement 2010-2018
    A supplement to Masterplots, this ebook evaluates fiction published around the world from 2010-2018.
  • Medline
    MEDLINE is a bibliographic database produced by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. The database contains millions of citations, derived from thousands of biomedical and life science journals, and indexed with Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) from the NLM controlled vocabulary. Extending back to 1946, annual input now exceeds 700,000 citations.
  • Miss Humblebee’s Academy
    An interactive kindergarten-readiness program that introduces children ages 3 to 6 to key concepts in math, science, social studies, literacy, art and music.  Includes games, puzzles and offline printables.  Parents may track their child's learning with weekly progress reports.
Resources N-Z
  • New York Times Online at Home
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at home, follow the link above. You’ll then be given a code for 72 hours of access. Click Redeem Code to get started. From there, either sign up for a free account or log in with an existing one. When your 72 hours are over, you’re welcome to redeem another code by visiting the Library website again.
  • New York Times Online at the Library
    Springdale Public Library patrons have unlimited access to NYTimes.com and can now enjoy articles, blogs, videos, podcasts, real-time market data and more, including full access to International, Chinese and Spanish editions. NYTimes.com also includes 20,000 topic pages, which consolidate news, reference and archival information in an easy-to-use format that is a reliable alternative to Wikipedia. To access NYT Online at the Library, simply visit www.nytimes.com and click Log In in the top right corner. Sign up for a free account, or log in with an existing account. As long as you’re using the Library’s computers or wireless network, you’ll have access to the entire NYT site, with the sole exception of the crossword puzzle.
  • Newsbank
    Search current and archived coverage of issues, events, people, government, sports and more with the largest collection of full-text U.S. newspapers, including the Morning News of Northwest Arkansas (2004-2009), the Springdale Morning News (2009-2015), and the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (2006-current). Includes staff-written articles, obituaries, editorials, announcements, real estate and other sections.
  • NoveList Plus
    Search among hundreds of thousands of popular fiction and readable nonfiction titles, and also retrieve author read-alikes, book lists, book discussion guides, and more.
  • ProQuest Central
    This database serves as the central resource for researchers at all levels. Covering more than 160 subject areas, ProQuest Central is the largest aggregated database of periodical content. This award-winning online reference resource features a highly-respected, diversified mix of content including scholarly journals, trade publications, magazines, books, newspapers, reports and videos.
  • Research Companion
    ProQuest Research Companion is ProQuest’s flagship information literacy product. It was built to help students do more effective scholarly research and to support educators as they teach the core information literacy principles of finding, evaluating, and using information. More than 80 short videos are organized into nine Learning Modules that answer questions like "How do I choose a topic?" "Where do I find information?" and "How do I evaluate sources?" Different kinds of "pre" and "post" assessment questions make the viewing experience more interactive, while allowing educators to measure students’ learning and identify gaps in their understanding.
  • Research Library (ProQuest)
    ProQuest Research Library provides one-stop access to thousands of full-text periodicals from one of the broadest, most inclusive general reference databases ProQuest has to offer. Search from a highly-respected, diversified mix of scholarly journals, professional and trade publications, and magazines covering over 150 subjects and topics.
  • RomanceBookCloud
    Whether it be contemporary, historical, time travel, paranormal or inspirational, with this collection of 1800 titles, including award winners and best sellers, you will never run out of romance to read.  All Springdale library card holders can read to their heart's content!
  • SIRS Discoverer (Proquest)
    Designed specifically for elementary and middle school students, this research tool covers a wide range of subjects including reading, language arts, current events, science, social studies, history, health, and technology.
  • SIRS Issues Researcher
    Background and analysis on 350+ leading issues, providing pros and cons on social, scientific, health, historic, economic, political, and global issues.
  • STEM Database (Proquest)
    Designed for middle and high school students this research tool supports the study of sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, technology, engineering, and math.    
  • Survey of American Industry and Careers
    Provides comprehensive information about 112 North American industries and related careers.
  • TeenBookCloud
    TeenBookCloud features over 1000 titles, including student-favorite graphic novels, enhanced e-books with full audio narration and highlighted text, classic literature, national geographic videos, and more! In addition, our new AP English section makes hundreds of curriculum books available to readers at the click of a button. There are no check-out times or wait lists: the books are always available, to everyone with a Springdale Public Library card!
  • The Fifty States
    This volume is designed to serve the needs of those seeking basic information on individual states and the District of Columbia. Each chapter opens with a profile listing of key facts on population, geography, history and other points of interest. This section is followed by a brief state history, state timeline, and notes for further study.
  • TumbleBookLibrary
    Provides online story books, chapter books, puzzles and games, and language learning for Pre-K and elementary age children.
  • U.S. History in Context
    Provides a complete overview of U.S. history covering the most-studied events, issues and current information. Includes primary sources and journal articles.
  • US Newsstream (ProQuest)
    This database's detailed indexing helps users quickly find the news information they need. Each issue of each newspaper is indexed thoroughly, so researchers have access to not only top news stories but also the information contained on the various sections of the papers. The indexing covers not only complete bibliographic information but also companies, people, products, etc.
  • UXL Graphic Novels
    Graphic novels -- novels merging pictures and rich language to create a unique experience of literature and art -- are enjoying a renewed popularity, especially with students and young adults. U*X*L's Graphic Novelists introduces researchers to the authors and illustrators behind these works, taking care to define and explore the distinction between comic books and graphic novels.
  • Value Line
    Value Line is a complete, multidimensional investment management solution that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions. It provides a wealth of in-depth financial information, intelligently presented both in print and online, plus objective research, insightful commentary, proven price projections, and advanced analytical tools.
  • World Book Complete
    A single link for all 11 Traveler World Book databases.
  • World Book eBooks
    A collection of 25 classics and an additional 25 proprietary World Book non-fiction titles. Desktop computer and tablet users may access the site via browser or checkout for offline. Simultaneous checkout makes eBooks available for an unlimited number of users.
  • World Book Kids
    Designed for elementary school learners, this general reference resource offers image-based searching, easy‐to‐read articles and a wealth of engaging games, science projects, and activities.
  • World History in Context
    Combines a comprehensive and unique global collection of resources with easy-to-use searching for undergraduate and high school research and curriculums.

Traveler Online Database Program   Resources with the Arkansas Traveler icon are made available through the Arkansas State Library. The Arkansas Traveler program is made possible by a grant from U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Arkansas State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act. Additional state funds are provided by the Arkansas Department of Education.

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