Research

• Academic Search Complete – Comprehensive, multi-disciplinary resource of scholarly research. Coverage on a wide range of topics. Includes peer-reviewed full text resources for subjects such as adult education, higher education, public health, and more.
• Access World News – Find information on topics of current interest including business, science and technology. Features Newsweek, Foreign Affairs, Popular Science, the Smithsonian and more.
• Ancestry Library Edition –   Provides access to billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. In library use only.
• AtoZ Database –   A premier reference, research, marketing, mailing Lists/Sales leads, and job-search database.
• Auto Repair Source –   Repair and maintenance information for a wide variety of cars and pickup trucks.
• Britannica Online –   Full text of the encyclopedia plus suggested Internet resources.
• Business Source Complete –   Full-text coverage of top business, management and economics journals and periodicals, covering topics such as accounting, banking, finance, international business, marketing, sales and more.
• Chicago News Collection – Searchable full text from 256 Chicago region news outlets, including Glencoe News 1995 – present.
• Chicago Sun-Times Collection – Full text and full page, 1986 – present.
• Chicago Tribune (Proquest) – Full text 1985 – present.
• Chicago Tribune (Historical) – Full text 1849 – 1999.
• Consumer Health Complete – In addition to full-text journals, magazines, health reference books and evidence-based health reports, the database includes nearly 500 medical images and diagrams, more than 240 animations with audio narration, consumer health pamplets, and Merriam-Websters Medical Desk Dictionary.
• Consumer Reports –   Product reviews from the independent, nonprofit Consumers Union.
• Creativebug –   Access hundreds of on-demand video tutorials and project guides for painting, knitting, crochet, sewing, screen printing, jewelry-making, and more.
• Daily Herald – Full text and full page, 1995 – present.
• Digital Libraries of Illinois: Magazines – Digital editions of some of your favorite magazines delivered to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Requires Libby app for Apple or Android devices.
• Explora – Search multiple Ebsco article databases simultaneously.
• Flipster –  Offers popular digital magazines that can read off your computer or devices
• Freegal –   Stream and download MP3 format songs from the Sony music catalog of over 400,000 songs of all musical genres.
• Gale in Context: High School –   Provides information for students on a variety of hot topics from books, articles and websites.
• Gale Popular Magazines – Popular magazines covers a wide range of news and popular culture and includes the full collection of National Public Radio programs, including transcripts and podcasts.
• Gale Virtual Reference Library – 300+ full text reference sources on a full range of subjects.
• Glencoe Academy – Our very own video tutorials, offering step by step directions on many of our digital services. Learn about eBooks, streaming video, digital magazines and more at your own pace.
• Glencoe News – Full text Sept. 1995 – present.
• Health Source: Consumer Edition– Subjects include fitness, nutrition, diabetes, aging, women’s health, children’s health, and
  more. Information comes from magazines, books, Clinical Reference System reports, and pamphlets.
• Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition- Provides researchers, allied health professionals, nurses, and medical educators access to
  scholarly journals on many medical disciplines. Provides indexing, abstracts, and full text for hundreds of nursing and allied health journals, many of which are peer reviewed.
• HeritageHub (formerly America’s Obituaries) –   Searchable obituaries and death notices from over 4,100 U.S. sources.
• History Reference Center –   Covering topics in U.S. and world history from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century, this database contains full-text journals, magazines, reference books and thousands of primary source documents.
• Hobbies and Crafts Source –   Subject areas include arts & crafts; games & electronics; models; needlework; outdoors & nature; and scrapbooking & paper craft.
• Hoopla Digital –   View movies and listen to music or audiobooks on your computer or mobile device. You can borrow up to 10 items per month. An app is available for iOS and for Android.
• Illinois Driving Tests – Preparing for your driving exam? Learn online from home at our Driving Test training page. Take practice tests, review study guides and download material to help you succeed. Motorcycle, CDL study material are also available!
• JSTOR –   Read full-text articles from academic journals, books and primary sources across many different fields, including the arts, humanities and sciences. In-library use only.
• Kanopy Movies –   An online database of thought-provoking films for all ages. Apps are available for iOS or Android, as well as many TV-connected streaming devices such as Roku, AppleTV, etc. (search your device’s built-in apps/channels for “Kanopy”) Paid for by Friends of the Glencoe Public Library.
• Learning Express –   Supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass a high school equivalency test, prepare for college, explore careers, join the military, study for occupational certification tests, become a U.S. citizen and much more. Contains practice tests, interactive tutorials, e-books, articles, and flashcards.
• 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.
• Literary Reference Source Plus –   Full-text literary database covering all genres and time periods. It includes thousands of synopses, critical essays, book reviews, literary journals, and author biographies, plus full-text classic novels, short stories, and poems.
• 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. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.
• Morningstar.com – Information about stocks and mutual funds including analysts reports.
• New York Times – Full text of the newspaper from 1980 to the present; full text of the Book Review and Magazine 1997-present.
• New York Times (Historical) – Full text 1851 – 2007.
• New York Times Online – Get free 24-hour access to the The New York Times digital edition, including News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic. For help logging in, see NY Times Instructions.
• Nexis Uni (formerly Nexis Lexis Library Express) – over 6,000 news, business, and legal sources, including the Washington Post, Standard and Poor’s, Hoover’s and decisions from U.S. courts.  Some sources are not available from outside the library.
• Novelist K-8 – Find just the right book by subject, age, awards won, books made into movies, and much more. Read reviews and learn about the author. Create your own reading wish list. Includes tools for teachers such as Lexile levels and Common Core standards.
• Novelist Plus – Contains information on over 260,000 fiction and readable nonfiction titles. Features lists of award-winning books, book discussion guides, Read-a-Like recommendations, and complete series information. Also includes reader ratings and reviews. Create your own reading wish list.
• Points of View Reference Source –   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.
• Pronunciator –  Learn new languages with these interactive online courses. Pronunciator also offers an app for iPhones/iPods, iPads, Android Phones, Android Tablets, and Kindle Fire.
• Proquest Discovery – Search across multiple newspaper databases and SIRS Researcher.
• Reference Solutions (formerly Reference USA) – Information about businesses by type, size and location.
• 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.
• Science Reference Source – Provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books and high-quality videos. The database also contains science experiments, curriculum-aligned lesson plans, and a vast image collection.
• SIRS Researcher – Selected full-text resources on leading issues of the day.
• Small Business Source – Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included.
• Small Engine Repair Source – Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Coverage
  includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles.
• Udemy (Presented by Gale) –   Udemy offers 20,000 on-demand video tutorials covering technology (e.g., Office, Windows, and Mac OS, coding, etc.), business & management, job & career skills, and personal growth.
• USA Today – Includes full-image newspaper 2006 – current.
• US Major Dailies –   Search across several major daily papers at once. Includes Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post.
• Value Line Library Research Center –   A comprehensive investment tool that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions.
• Wall Street Journal Online – Get a 3-day paywall free pass to the Wall Street Journal Online.
• Weiss Financial Ratings Series – Rates safety and financial stability of banks, credit unions, insurers, stocks and mutual funds. Includes downloadable ebooks on financial topics.
• Weiss Ratings Medigap Report – With your Personalized Medicare Supplement Insurance Planner you get step-by-step guidance on how to select a Medigap insurance plan, which plans are right for you and which insurance company has the lowest rates.
• WorldCat – Worldwide library catalog with over 62,000,000 items in 400 languages.

• Explora – Search multiple Ebsco article databases simultaneously.
• Hobbies and Crafts Source –  Subject areas include arts & crafts; games & electronics; models; needlework; outdoors & nature; and scrapbooking & paper craft.
• JSTOR –  Read full-text articles from academic journals, books and primary sources across many different fields, including the arts, humanities and sciences. In-library use only.
• Learning Express –  Supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass a high school equivalency test, prepare for college, explore careers, join the military, study for occupational certification tests, become a U.S. citizen and much more. Contains practice tests, interactive tutorials, e-books, articles, and flashcards.
• New York Times Online – Get free 24-hour access to the The New York Times digital edition, including News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic. For help logging in, see NY Times Instructions.
• Novelist K-8 – Find just the right book by subject, age, awards won, books made into movies, and much more. Read reviews and learn about the author. Create your own reading wish list. Includes tools for teachers such as Lexile levels and Common Core standards.
• Points of View Reference Source –  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.
• Small Engine Repair Source – Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Coverage
  includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles.
• Udemy (Presented by Gale) –  Udemy offers 20,000 on-demand video tutorials covering technology (e.g., Office, Windows, and Mac OS, coding, etc.), business & management, job & career skills, and personal growth.
• USA Today – Includes full-image newspaper 2006 – current.
• Value Line Library Research Center –   A comprehensive investment tool that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions.
• Wall Street Journal Online – Get a 3-day paywall free pass to the Wall Street Journal Online.
• Weiss Ratings Medigap Report – With your Personalized Medicare Supplement Insurance Planner you get step-by-step guidance on how to select a Medigap insurance plan, which plans are right for you and which insurance company has the lowest rates.

• Gale Onefile: Popular Magazines – Find full text articles by using the “Topic Finder” tool, or search by subject or publication name.
• Gale Virtual Reference Library: Literature – Full text reference sources on various topics related to books and literature.
• JSTOR – Read full-text articles from academic journals, books and primary sources across many different fields, including the arts, humanities and sciences. In-library use only.
• Literary Reference Source Plus –   Full-text literary database covering all genres and time periods. It includes thousands of synopses, critical essays, book reviews, literary journals, and author biographies, plus full-text classic novels, short stories, and poems.
• Pronunciator – Learn new languages with these interactive online courses. Pronunciator also offers an app for iPhones/iPods, iPads, Android Phones, Android Tablets, and Kindle Fire.
• Novelist Plus – Contains information on over 260,000 fiction and readable nonfiction titles. Features lists of award-winning books, book discussion guides, Read-a-Like recommendations, and complete series information. Also includes reader ratings and reviews. Create your own reading wish list.
• WorldCat – Worldwide library catalog with over 62,000,000 items in 400 languages.

• AtoZ Databases – A premier reference, research, marketing, mailing Lists/Sales leads, and job-search database.
• Auto Repair Source – Repair and maintenance information for a wide variety of cars and pickup trucks.
• Business Source Complete – This database provides full-text coverage of top business, management and economics journals and periodicals. These valuable publications cover topics such as accounting, banking, finance, international business, marketing, sales and more.
• Consumer Reports – Product reviews from the independent, nonprofit Consumers Union.
• Fueleconomy.gov – The official U.S. government source for fuel economy information. Compare fuel economy ratings for vehicles, get tips for how to save money and fuel, and find up-to-date consumer information on alternative fuel vehicles (e.g. electric and hybrid).
• Health Source: Consumer Edition– Subjects include fitness, nutrition, diabetes, aging, women’s health, children’s health, and
  more. Information comes from magazines, books, Clinical Reference System reports, and pamphlets.
• Learning Express –   Interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development and more.
• 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.
• LexisNexis Library Express – Over 6,000 news, business, and legal sources, including the Washington Post, Standard and Poor’s, Hoover’s and decisions from U.S. courts. Some sources are not available from outside the library.
• Morningstar.com – Information about stocks and mutual funds including analysts reports.
• Reference USA – Information about businesses by type, size and location.
• 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.
• Secretary of State Illinois – Information regarding Illinois residents
• Small Business Source– Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included.
• Small Engine Repair Source – Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Coverage
  includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles.
• Udemy (Presented by Gale) – Udemy offers 20,000 on-demand video tutorials covering technology (e.g., Office, Windows, and Mac OS, coding, etc.), business & management, job & career skills, and personal growth.
• Value Line Library Research Center – A comprehensive investment tool that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions.
• Weiss Ratings – Rates safety and financial stability of banks, credit unions, insurers, stocks and mutual funds. Includes downloadable ebooks on financial topics..

• Britannica Online – Full text of the encyclopedia plus suggested Internet resources.
• Gale in Context: High School – Provides information for students on a variety of hot topics from books, articles and websites.
• Gale Virtual Reference Library – 300+ full text reference sources on a full range of subjects.
• History Reference Center – Covering topics in U.S. and world history from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century, this database contains full-text journals, magazines, reference books and thousands of primary source documents.

• Creativebug – Access hundreds of on-demand video tutorials and project guides for painting, knitting, crochet, sewing, screen printing, jewelry-making, and more.
• Freegal – Download MP3 format songs from the Sony music catalog of over 400,000 songs of all musical genres.
• Hobbies and Crafts Source –  Subject areas include arts & crafts; games & electronics; models; needlework; outdoors & nature; and scrapbooking & paper craft.
• Hoopla Digital – View movies and listen to music or audiobooks on your computer or mobile device. You can borrow up to 10 items per month. An app is available for iOS and for Android.
• JSTOR – Read full-text articles from academic journals, books and primary sources across many different fields, including the arts, humanities and sciences. In-library use only.
• Kanopy Movies – An online database of thought-provoking films for all ages. Apps are available for iOS or Android, as well as many TV-connected streaming devices such as Roku, AppleTV, etc. (search your device’s built-in apps/channels for “Kanopy”)

• Ancestry Library Edition – Provides access to billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. In library use only.
• HeritageHub (formerly America’s Obituaries) – Searchable obituaries and death notices from over 4,100 U.S. sources.
• JewishGen – Provides research tools, and resources to help those with Jewish ancestry research and find family members.

• Consumer Health Complete – In addition to full-text journals, magazines, health reference books and evidence-based health reports, the database includes nearly 500 medical images and diagrams, more than 240 animations with audio narration, consumer health pamplets, and Merriam-Websters Medical Desk Dictionary.
• Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition- Provides researchers, allied health professionals, nurses, and medical educators access to
  scholarly journals on many medical disciplines. Provides indexing, abstracts, and full text for hundreds of nursing and allied health journals, many of which are peer reviewed.
• MEDLINE Plus – Health and healthcare information curated by the US National Library of Medicine.
• PDR Health – Information on health and wellness, clinical trials, prescription and over the counter medications.
• Science Reference Source – Provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books and high-quality videos. The database also contains science experiments, curriculum-aligned lesson plans, and a vast image collection.
• Weiss Ratings Medigap Report – With your Personalized Medicare Supplement Insurance Planner you get step-by-step guidance on how to select a Medigap insurance plan, which plans are right for you and which insurance company has the lowest rates.

• EBSCO Mobile – Articles and reference books available for iOS or Android.
• Hoopla Digital – Stream and download eBooks, eAudiobooks, eComics, Videos and Music. Apps are available for iOS or Android, as well as many TV-connected streaming devices such as Roku, AppleTV, etc. (search your device’s built-in apps/channels for “Hoopla”)
• Libby (Digital Library of Illinois/Overdrive) – Downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines for iOS or Android. If you use an e-paper Kindle device (such as the Paperwhite), you can transfer most ebook titles into your Kindle library so they can be read with that device.
• Kanopy Movies – An online database of thought-provoking films for all ages. Apps are available for iOS or Android, as well as many TV-connected streaming devices such as Roku, AppleTV, etc. (search your device’s built-in apps/channels for “Kanopy”).

• Academic Search Complete – Designed for academic institutions. Comprehensive, multi-disciplinary resource of scholarly research. Coverage on a wide range of topics. Includes peer-reviewed full text resources for subjects such as adult education, higher education, public health, and more.
• Access World News – Find information on topics of current interest including business, science and technology. Features Newsweek, Foreign Affairs, Popular Science, the Smithsonian and more.
• Chicago News Collection – Searchable full text from 256 Chicago region news outlets, including Glencoe News 1995 – present.
• Chicago Sun-Times Collection – Full text and full page, 1986 – present.
• Chicago Tribune – Full text 1985 – present.
• Chicago Tribune Archives – Full text 1849 – 1988.
• Daily Herald – Full text and full page, 1995 – present.
• DLIL Magazines – Digital editions of some of your favorite magazines delivered to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Requires Libby app for Apple or Android devices.
• Explora – Search multiple Ebsco article databases simultaneously.
• Flipster – offers popular digital magazines that can read off your computer or devices
• Gale Popular Magazines – Popular magazines covers a wide range of news and popular culture and includes the full collection of National Public Radio programs, including transcripts and podcasts.
• Glencoe News – Full text Sept. 1995 – present.
• Heritage Hub – Searchable obituaries and death notices from over 4,100 U.S. sources.
• JSTOR – Read full-text articles from academic journals, books and primary sources across many different fields, including the arts, humanities and sciences. In-library use only.
• LexisNexis Library Express – over 6,000 news, business, and legal sources, including the Washington Post, Standard and Poor’s, Hoover’s and decisions from U.S. courts.  Some sources are not available from outside the library.
• 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. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.
• New York Times – Full text of the newspaper from 1980 to the present; full text of the Book Review and Magazine 1997-present.
• New York Times (Historical) – Full text 1851 – 2007.
• New York Times Online – Get free 24-hour access to the The New York Times digital edition, including News, Games, Cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic.
• Points of View Reference Source –   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.
• Proquest Discovery – Articles from 2,000+ newspapers and magazines, most in full-text.
• SIRS Researcher – Selected full-text resources on leading issues of the day.
• Special Report and Hot Topics – Includes national and international topics of current interest. It is a great spot for students to find search topics and articles on key issues and monthly themes including National Poetry Month, Earth Day, and more.
• USA Today – Includes full-image newspaper 2006 – current.
• US Major Dailies – Search across several major daily papers at once. Includes Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post.
• Wall Street Journal Online – Get a 3-day paywall free pass to the Wall Street Journal Online.

• Pronunciator – Learn new languages with these interactive online courses. Pronunciator also offers an app for iPhones, iPods, and iPads, Android Mobile, Android Tablets and a Kindle Fire App.
• Illinois Driving Tests – Preparing for your driving exam? Learn online from home at our Driving Test training page. Take practice tests, review study guides and download material to help you succeed. Motorcycle, CDL study material are also available!
• Glencoe Academy – Our very own video tutorials, offering step by step directions on many of our digital services. Learn about eBooks, streaming video, digital magazines and more at your own pace.
• Learning Express –  Interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development and more.
• Students Guide to MOOC’s – This online resource is the ultimate handbook to learn all about MOOC’s
• Udemy (Presented by Gale) – Udemy offers 20,000 on-demand video tutorials covering technology (e.g., Office, Windows, and Mac OS, coding, etc.), business & management, job & career skills, and personal growth.

Village of Glencoe

• Voting Information (Village of Glencoe) – Information about voter eligibility, voting in Glencoe, upcoming elections, and regulations for campaign signs within Glencoe.

Cook County

• Elections (Cook County Clerk’s Office) – Check voter registration status, register to vote, look up dates and deadlines for 2020 elections, browse election results, find elected officials, and read about election security.
• Your Voter Information (Cook County Clerk’s Office) – Quickly locate up your voter registration status, polling place, elected officials, and upcoming ballot.

Illinois

• Illinois State Board of Elections – Information on voter registration, polling places, elected officials, campaign financials, and running for office/candidate filing.

Federal

• DOJ Civil Rights Division Voting Section – Information on statutes, cases, policy, guidance, and history related to voting rights
• Federal Elections Commission – Research current and historical campaign finance data for candidates and political action committees (PACs)
• Federal Voting Assistance Program – Resources for military and overseas voters who will be voting absentee