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JCPL Databases

Browse the resources below, or choose a specific category to narrow your search. For more information on how to use a resource, click on the title. To request assistance, or suggest a resource, use our contact page and select Online Databases as the category.

Learning Express Library

Study for and take practice tests for official exams in law enforcement, civil service, real estate, cosmetology, EMS, firefighter, ASVAB, citizenship, basic skills more. You will need to register a user name and password of your choice to use this service.

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Opposing Viewpoints

Fully-cited material for school and college-level thesis papers and other research projects on hundreds of current topics. Get the latest views on current events and hot button topics from newspapers, magazines and reputable published sources.

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Tumblebooks

Interactive talking books for young and developing readers. Readers read along with the words on the screen. Selected books available in Spanish and French. Now, selected titles available for iPad!

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World Book

World Book is an easy-to-use encyclopedia with portals designed for all levels of learning.

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INSPIRE

Inspire is Indiana's Virtual Library, providing access to several databases for biographies, literature, and newspaper and magazine articles. Search from dozens of sources all over the web at once with a single click or narrow your search for specific materials.

Read on for tips on using this service at home.

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Searchasaurus

This kid-centered search engine featuring giant friendly lizards is a great resource for early learners.

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Kids Search

Search all of Inspire's newspapers, magazines, encyclopedias, videos, photographs and more using this interface for young and first-time researchers.

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Student Research Center - Inspire

Search all of Inspire's newspapers, magazines, encyclopedias, videos, photographs and more using this interface for student researchers.

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Digital Collections at the Library of Congress

Browse and explore several important collections online from the Library of Congress.

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