Homework Help

Academic OneFile (Gale)
Geared toward older students, faculty, and researchers, contains over 12,000 journals and reference sources, many of which are peer-reviewed and full text. Academic OneFile has extensive coverage of the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and more. Academic OneFile also includes some major reference sets including Gale Encyclopedia of Science, Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, and Encyclopedia of World Biography.

Encyclopedia of Animals (See Kids Search and Searchasaurus.)

Funk & Wagnalls New Word Encyclopedia (EBSCO)
Full-text articles of over 25,000 encyclopedia entries, covering an array of topics. The database contains various images, offers brief biographies as well as information in a variety of subject areas. It is updated annually.

Grolier Encyclopedias Help (PDF)
Full-text access to the following encyclopedias:
Encyclopedia Americana - In-depth research and worldwide current events for older students and adults.
Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia - Quick reference and rich media for middle school and high school students.
Lands and Peoples - Current information for country and state reports. (Subscription will be discontinued at the end of February, 2012. *)
New Book of Popular Science - In-depth science, plus science in the news. (Subscription will be discontinued at the end of February, 2012. *)
The New Book of Knowledge - Reference and current events for elementary readers and older.

JobNow (from Brainfuse)
JobNow (Brainfuse) features resume assistance, live interview preparation & career coaching, and job search resources. The Adult Learning Center offers Microsoft Office tutorials, test preparation for the GED, U.S. Citizenship, and for several academic subjects, and online tutors.

Made possible through a federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Broadband Technology Opportunity Program award funded through the NYS Education Dept./NYS Library.

Kids Search (EBSCO) Now includes Encyclopedia of Animals!
This fun student-friendly menu is divided by topic which allows kids to easily search for magazines, newspapers, photos, transcripts, and encyclopedias. Encyclopedia of Animals offers in-depth full-text information on a variety of topics relating to animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and dinosaurs. It includes full-text articles describing the nature and habitat of these animals. Some articles include just the abstract or citation. Some of the full-text articles include images.

Primary Search Magazines (EBSCO)
Primary Search contains full-text magazine articles from nearly 70 elementary school magazines. Some of the magazines included are Appleseeds, Boys’ Life, Cobblestone, Cricket, Highlights for Children, Hopscotch, Jack & Jill, Ladybug, Ranger Rick, Science World, Spider, SuperScience, Time for Kids, Turtle, and many more. Full text is also available for over 100 student pamphlets. In addition to the full text, this database offers indexing and abstracts for nearly 100 magazines. The American Heritage Children’s Dictionary, 3rd Edition is included, and an Image Collection of 202,164 photos, maps and flags. Full-text backfiles go as far back as 1989, while indexing and abstract backfiles go as far back as 1984. All full text articles are assigned a reading level indicator.

Searchasaurus Kids’ Search (EBSCO) Help (PDF)
A colorful kid-friendly menu that allows kids to search Primary Search Magazines, Encyclopedia of Animals, General Encyclopedia, and American Heritage Children's Dictionary.

TumbleBooks Ebooks for Kids (TumbleBook Library)
TumbleBooks is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which are created from existing picture books. TumbleBooks also includes a collection of full length, unabridged classics in audio format and a small collection of books in French, Spanish, Russian, and Chinese. Also available are puzzles, games and quizzes. Create a list of Favorites for easy access or preload a number of TumbleBooks in an online player in order to be played one after another. The entire site can also be viewed in Spanish and French.

Requires a Flash plug-in to view and hear animation which can be downloaded for free from the TumbleBooks Help page. iPhone and iPad users note: the AlexanderStreet, Mango and Tumblebooks databases require Adobe Flash player.

Testing & Careers

Learning Express Library (LearningExpress)
This instructional database assists patrons of all ages prepare for a variety of academic and civil service tests, including SAT, GED, ASVAB, clerical worker, police officer, firefighter, postal worker and real estate practice tests. There are math, reading, and writing skill-building resources for all students. Job seekers can receive help in creating a resume and cover letter and tips on preparing for a job.

Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing® - For Library Use only on designated computers.
Practice on Library computers to improve your keyboarding speed and accuracy with this popular program.
Funded by the Tompkins County Public Library.