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Britannica Online

Retrieve content from Encyclopædia Britannica and Britannica Concise Encyclopedia as well as media, websites, and videos. Magazine articles are also available.

CAMIO

CAMIO — Catalog of Art Museum Images Online — contains about 95,000 works of fine and decorative art from leading museums around the world. The scope of the collection ranges from 3000 BCE to the present, representing premiere examples of Asian, African, Latin American, and Western art. Difficult-to-find contemporary art is one of its strengths. The content includes high-resolution images of photographs, paintings, sculpture, decorative and utilitarian objects, prints, drawings and watercolors, jewelry and costumes, textiles, books, installations, and architecture — plus audio-video and mixed media. Benefits of the interface include downloading high-resolution images, the ability to email images and metadata for further study, and fast, powerful, Web-based searching. All content is rights-cleared for educational use.

College Center from Tutor.com

College Center from Tutor.com provides live tutors to help college level students from 3:00 to 10:00pm seven days a week. The ProofPoint service allows students to upload essays, papers or resumes for evaluation by experts. A resource library is available 24/7 for online resources in many subject areas..

Facts Subject Index from refdesk.com

Resources in the Facts Subject Index include links to online dictionaries, encyclopedias, atlases, thesauri, quotation books, and other reference and information sources.

Gale Virtual Reference Library

Gale Virtual Reference Library is a database of more than two hundred full text reference sources for research. Areas covered include Arts, Biography, Business, History, Literature, Medicine, and more. At one time, these reference materials were accessible only in print form from within the Library, but are now available online.
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High School Ace

Academic resources on this website include subject guides, featured topics, general reference resources, and learning activities for high school students.

HomeworkSpot

The HomeworkSpot provides links to homework-related websites and features a "study break" with "a wide assortment of fun, mind-stretching, horizon-expanding activities, diversions, and events."

Infoplease.com

Part of the Family Education Network, this online version of Information Please almanac features a hodgepodge of interesting and valuable statistics and information.

LearningExpressLibrary.com

Based on official tests, this database provides online practice examinations for the SAT, ACT, ASVAB, GED, and othe standardized examinations.  Tests are scored immediately and evaluations highlight strengths and weaknesses. LearningExpress also offers basic skill building quizzes, job and career resources, computer software tutorials, as well as many helpful eBooks.
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CiteMe

With this WorldCat app on Facebook, you can type in a title, author, subject, or ISBN and get a formatted citation for the book.

CQ Researcher

Research current and controversial news issues with these complete summaries, objective insights, bibliographies, and more.
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Internet Public Library TeenSpace: A+ Research & Writing

Learn how to research and write a paper using library and Internet resources. A special section called Citing Sources includes information on how to cite print and electronic resources in a bibliography.

Chicago Sun-Times via NewsBank

The full text of articles written by Sun-Times reporters in all editions of the Chicago Sun-Times from 1986 to the present. Pictures, graphics, advertising, and classified advertisements are not included in this database. Obituary articles are included but death notices are not.

Chicago Tribune via NewsBank

The full text of articles in all editions of the Chicago Tribune from 1985 to the present.  Pictures, graphics, advertising, and classified advertisements are not included in this database. Obituary articles are included.  Death notices are included from July 1, 2000 to the present.
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Chicago Tribune Historical Archive via NewsBank

This growing electronic collection contains Chicago Tribune front pages, obituaries, death notices, and selected articles about major events published in the newspaper between 1849 and 1977.
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Chicago Tribune Historical Archive via ProQuest

Search the complete text of the Chicago Tribune from 1890 to 1984 for PDF images of original articles which include photographs, drawings, and advertisements.  This database will eventually include complete coverage of the Tribune from 1841 to 1984.
Note: Adobe Reader is required to view PDF images.
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eLibrary

The general information resources in eLibrary include magazine articles, book chapters, pictures, maps, and news transcripts.
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Factiva.com

This multilingual provider of news and business information includes full text access to over 6,000 news wires, newspapers, magazines, and journals. The site also includes many specialized trade journals, international business resources, and publications such as the Chicago Sun-Times, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times. In addition to English, Factiva.com can be viewed in Dutch, French, Italian, and Spanish.
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General Reference Center from Gale

General Reference Center provides access to an integrated set of general interest sources with coverage from 1980 to the present: magazines, newspaper articles, children's magazines, almanacs, encyclopedias, dictionaries, reference books, and more. It contains more than 1,000 fulltext titles specifically selected for public libraries.
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The New York Times: Archive Search

	Search for articles from The New York Times from 1851 to the present. Headline, byline, date, page, and the first paragraph will be returned for all articles. For some articles (see list below) full text will be available at no charge. Other articles are available for a fee from the Times, or for no charge from Skokie Public Library as described. Ads and death notices are not searchable through these resources.
		Articles from the years 1851 through 1922 are available in image form for no charge on this site
		Articles from 1929 through 2002 are available at Skokie Public Library in full image on microfilm
		Articles from 1987 to the present are available in text for no charge on this site
		Articles from June 1, 1980 to the present are available in text for no charge from Factiva.com (Skokie Public Library card required)

Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation

The online version of Jane Straus's book provides a quick reference for typical grammar and punctuation questions.

Literary Research 101 from Skokie Public Library

Use this helpful Skokie Public Library guide to print and online resources when you are doing literary research. The guide includes sources for literary criticism, information on authors, summaries and texts of literary works, and information on how to cite your sources.

Literature Criticism Online — Something About the Author

Find information on authors and criticism of their works by cross-searching these two literature archives. These award-winning and long-standing literature series are delivered in an easy-to-use 24/7 online format that matches the exact look and feel of the print originals.

Literature Resources from Gale

Research authors and their works, literary movements, and genres. Search across several major literature databases to find the full text of literary works, journal articles, literature criticism, reviews, biographical information, and overviews.
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MagillOnLiterature from EBSCOhost

This research database features critical analyses and brief plot summaries of the most studied works in the history of literature.
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Mango Languages

Mango Languages provides access to 36 guided language learning courses, including 22 foreign language and 14 English as a Second Language [ESL] courses. The courses are divided into twelve complete courses of over one hundred lessons each, and 24 “basic” courses geared toward travelers or those interested in learning at beginners' level. Users can register to track their progress on the Mango site or simply select the “Start Learning” option to begin without registering.

OED Online

The online version of the Oxford English Dictionary, which covers the language from the earliest times to the present day, explains the current meanings of words and their development through time.
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Roget's International Thesaurus from Bartleby.com

Search Roget's International Thesaurus at this site.

AlternaTime

"Browse the past and some futures" with this collection of links to hundreds of historical timelines on the Web.

American Cultural History: The Twentieth Century

This series of web guides on the decades of the twentieth century has been prepared by the reference librarians at Kingwood College.

American History in Video

American History in Video provides an online collection of over 5,000 videos available for the study of American history. The collection features documentaries and series from The History Channel®, A&E Network®, and Biography Channel®. Several types of videos including documentaries, newsreels, and public affairs programs have been chosen to provide a well-rounded collection for historical study. Text transcripts of the videos are available and searchable. A tool is included that allows users to make video clips and and link to them from a multimedia presentation.

Chicago Metro History Education Center

This site includes information on the current Chicago Metro History Fair and much more.

Discoverers Web

This web directory is filled with links to authoritative information on the "Age of Discovery" and the great explorers.

dMarie Time Capsule

This database of "Time Capsules" includes headlines, famous birthdays, top songs, TV shows, top books, and top toys for any date in history from 1800 to 2002.

HistoryChannel.com

This companion website to the popular cable television channel provides timelines going back to 500 BC, a selection of famous speeches, and a "This Day in History" feature.

Library of Congress Country Studies

More than one hundred countries and regions are featured in this database developed by the Library of Congress. Information includes a description and analysis of the historical setting and the social, economic, political, and national security systems and institutions of countries throughout the world.

Researching the 20th Century: Useful Materials for Decades Projects

This Skokie Public Library bibliography lists chronologies, timelines, yearbooks, video recordings, and other resources for students working on decades projects.

Biographical Dictionary

This site covers more than 28,000 notable men and women from ancient times to the present day.

Biography and Genealogy Master Index

Search this online index to find books that contain biographical information on notable people.
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Biography.com

The online partner to the Arts and Entertainment cable television network, this website features a database of more than 25,000 biographies of notable personalities.

Ask Dr. Math

This online question-and-answer forum provides help with classic math problems and formulas.

ConvertIt!

This collection of conversion tables will help you "convert just about anything to anything": volumes, area, energy, length, mass, pressure, temperature, velocity, and more.

Convert-me.Com

Calculate different types of conversions with this easy-to-use converter that provides multiple conversions with one click. A "significant figures" switch is available for increased accuracy.

Eric Weisstein's Treasure Troves of Science

This online encyclopedia of math and science includes resources for astronomy, scientific biographies and books, chemistry, math, physics, and more.

HowStuffWorks

Created by author and former professor of computer science Marshall Brain, this site provides explanations of how many things work, including VCRs, web pages, and smoke detectors.

MadSci Network

A network of professional scientists answer questions submitted by students of all ages.

Math and Science Gateway

Cornell University's Math and Science Gateway provides links to resources in mathematics and science for educators and students in grades 9 through 12.

Math2.org

Formerly known as "Dave's Math Tables," this site provides all types of formulas, graphs, conversion tables, and other math fun.

Microbes.info

This site provides a good starting point for finding information concerning microbiology.

Purplemath

Get help with algebra and even some precalculus.  There are worked-out examples, explained clearly, for each topic.

AskAway Illinois

Use your computer to communicate in real time with a librarian 24 hours a day, seven days a week!  AskAway Illinois allows a librarian to send web pages or articles right to your computer screen.  Please note: AskAway Illinois is staffed by librarians from many libraries.  Although the librarians on duty may not be from Skokie Public Library, they will have some knowledge of Skokie and can refer your question to a Skokie librarian if necessary.

Atomic Learning

Atomic Learning consists of thousands of short tutorials covering over ninety of the most common software applications in use today. Each tutorial section is only a minute or two in length and focuses on how to perform a specific task.
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Email

Email your questions to our reference staff -- anytime!

High School Textbooks Available in Adult Services from Skokie Public Library

A selection of Niles North and Niles West textbooks are available for in-Library use. Check this list and then stop at the Adult Services Reference Desk on the second floor to borrow what you need.

Lynda.com Online Learning Library

Lynda.com Online Learning Library provides users with access to over 800 video training courses in computer related topics such as Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, iMovie, or Twitter.
Please note: Best viewed with web browsers other than Microsoft Internet Explorer,