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| If you can't visit a library branch in person, you can still browse full text computer books, newspaper and magazine articles and up-to-date information from your own home for free. The library subscribes to a number of databases on behalf of borrowers.
If you're asked for a login number, you just need to type in the full number underneath the barcode on your library card to access each database.
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| ENCYCLOPEDIAS | | Encyclopedia Britannica
The online version of the trusted encyclopedia, presented in 3 levels: elementary, student and adult and containing 1,000s of articles, illustrations, maps, graphics and biographies as well as links to authenticated internet sites.
Use in library-----------Use at home-----------Getting Started on Britannica
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| LITERATURE | | Infobase eBooks
For students of Literature we now offer online study guides. From Austen to Shakespeare these guides to VCE texts are fully searchable and include biographical information, summary, major themes and character analysis. Handy for those last minute essays! These Ebooks can be printed, emailed and downloaded.
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Next Reads
Sign up to receive monthly lists of recommended reads by email for your favourite topics. Check immediately whether items are available on the library catalogue.
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Global Books In Print
Want to know if a particular book is available to purchase? Check titles by your favourite author and find out availability and price.
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BookFlix
BookFlix is a new online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.
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Fiction Connection
Readers' advisory at its best. Use Fiction Connection to locate fiction suggestions based on a title that you already enjoy, or take advantage of the broad category search featuring topic, genre, setting, character, location, and timeframe.
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The Source
A subject guide to children’s fiction and poetry, with an emphasis on Australian authors.
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| FOR STUDENTS | | Opposing Viewpoints
Information on all the hottest issues such as euthanasia, stem cell research and global warming. Includes articles, images and statistics.
Use in library----------- Use at home----------- Introduction to Opposing Viewpoints
Reviewed Weblinks
If you're a primary or secondary school student or teacher looking for help with your homework, the Weblinks database provides links to 1,000s of teacher-reviewed websites across many subjects. New topics are added regularly. A user guide is also available.
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Lands and Peoples
Easy to understand articles on countries, cultures and current events aimed at school aged audience. Includes an atlas and pictures.
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| SCIENCE | | Science Resource Center
Covers science and related topics including experiments, research, biographies and links to quality websites.
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| GENEALOGY | | Ancestry
Complementing the extensive CDROM genealogical collection at the Parkdale branch, this online database has international coverage for England, Scotland and Wales, plus USA and Canada. Note: Ancestry can be accessed at all Kingston branches by using this link but cannot be accessed from home.
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| GENERAL REFERENCE | | Infotrac Onefile
Articles on a wide range of topics including current affairs, business, computers, literature and art. Also contains the full text of the consumer magazine Choice.
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Choice Magazine - Direct Link
A direct link to the current and previous issues of Choice is available here
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Masterfile Premier
An international database covering current affairs and popular culture. Updated daily.
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