Databases

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Adult Learning Center (Brainfuse)

Live one-on-one coaching for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Also includes resume writing assistance and practice tests for the GED and U.S. Citizenship Test.

Alt HealthWatch

Full-text alternative health research database focused on complementary, holistic and integrated approaches to health care and wellness. 

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AtoZdatabases

Business directory, residential listings, demographics. Records can be downloaded for mailing/contact lists.

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Auto Repair Source

Repair information and schedules, diagrams, parts and labor estimates, service alerts, and recalls. Covers thousands of domestic and imported vehicles.

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Business Source Elite

Encompasses a selection of business disciplines, offering access to 491 active full-text journals, along with abstracted and indexed journals.

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Consumer Health Complete

Supports the information needs of patients & provides content covering all key areas of health and wellness - from mainstream medicine to the many perspectives of complementary and holistic medicine.

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Creativebug

Over 1,000 award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Includes sewing, quilting, knitting, paper crafts, food, jewelry, holiday crafts, and more. App available.

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Digital Learn

Training on topics like basic PC/Mac skills, Word, Excel, using the web, job searching, and more.

Driving Tests

Practice tests and FAQs to help get and renew your driver's license.

Explora

Browse topics of interest or search for a topic of your choice to find articles, primary source documents and videos. Search results can be limited to magazines, news, biographies and more.

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Explora Middle Schools

Full text database providing popular middle school magazines, reference e-books, and thousands of primary source documents.

Explora Primary Schools

An easy way to find out about everything from animals to current events. Search by keyword or topic. Perfect for research projects!

Help Now (Brainfuse)

Live help for kids, teens, and adults. All core subjects offered for grades 3-12. Resume and cover letter review for job hunters. Tutors available 3pm-10pm CST. App available. Check out our video walkthrough.

LearningExpress Library

An easy-to-use online test prep resource that helps people improve their core academic skills, earn a high school equivalency, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, change careers, become a U.S. citizen, learn basic computer skills and more.

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Legal Information Source

Offers everyday users the necessary tools and detailed how-to instructions covering a wide range of legal issues. A majority of the full-text legal reference books are provided through Nolo. Includes a wide selection of federal & state legal forms.

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LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)

Instructional videos covering the latest software, technology, creative, and business skills taught by experts. App available. Morton Grove cardholders only.

Note: To use the mobile app, enter mgplib when prompted for a library ID.

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Masterfile Complete

Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Magazines include 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, and fashion.

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MedlinePlus

Information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in easy-to-understand language from the world’s largest medical library. Visit our Health Resources page for more.

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New York Times: News, Cooking, Crossword/Games (remote access)

Access the full content of the NY Times websites and apps, including News, Cooking and Crossword & Games. The link above is for access outside of the library.

Inside the library? Click here for News

Outside the library? Click here

Looking for access to an NYT app (News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, The Athletic)? Click here (Apps require a remote access code, even in-library.)

All access, including in-library access for News, requires setting up a free account on NY Times.com. Access lasts 24 hours and must be renewed via these links.

Points of View Reference Center

Presents multiple sides of over 500 issues. Helps students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills.

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PressReader

Over 7,000 magazines and newspapers from around the world in 64 languages. App available.

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Scholastic Teachables

Educational support for kids in preschool through grade 8, including downloadable worksheets, lesson plans, and learning games for any subject.

Small Business Source

Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. Includes state-specific information business videos, case studies, help and advice, a start-up kit and tips for writing business plans.

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Small Engine Repair Source

Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Information on more than 25 years of engine models, with new and updated content added regularly.

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Weiss Financial Ratings

Rates safety and financial stability of banks, credit unions, insurers, stocks, and mutual funds. Includes a Medigap Plan selection tool.

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WorldCat

Search the collections of thousands of libraries in the United States and around the world.