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Please see the information on Explore More Illinois below! And remember to fill out your Census information! To see more about the Census, please look under Information under the more tab at the top of the screen.
Above is the button to reach our catalog. There is another button at the bottom of this page.
Morrison and Mary Wiley Library
206 West Main Street
P. O. Box 467
Elmwood, IL 61529
elmwoodlib@gmail.com
309 742-2431 Phone
309 742-8298 Fax
Staff
Michelle Armbruster -Director
Pat Keefer, Eulail Huffcutt & Tracy Burnett
Volunteer: Franke Keefer &, Amanda Avery
Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday:
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
These are the hours until further notice.
Click Here To See Our Virtual Tour!
Please like us on Facebook @elmwoodlibrary.
Please see our new tobacco-free property policy effective 9/14/2020 on the policies page.
The Morrison & Mary Wiley Library re-opened to the public by appointment on Monday, July 27th. We are requiring appointments to be made for anyone entering the building to properly maintain social distancing (at least six feet apart at all times & walking in the stacks will be in one direction only) within our building & stacks. Please call 309-742-2431.
Appointments for shelf-browsing and checkouts will be limited to 15 minutes with 5-minute intervals between appointments to allow staff time to sanitize.
Appointments for computer usage will be for 20 minutes and only one computer will be available for use. Photocopies and faxing is available by appointment.
We will continue to offer pickup service and/or home delivery (for the most vulnerable patrons) to anyone who does not wish to enter the building.
EVERYONE (over age 2) entering the building will be REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK THAT COVERS THE MOUTH AND NOSE and use hand sanitizer as soon as you enter the building. For those who choose not to wear a mask or are medically unable to do so, the library staff will be happy to continue to place your bag of books outside for pick up. This policy will be enforced diligently and staff will refuse entry to anyone not wearing a mask.
Anyone entering the building will be required to provide their name(s) and phone number(s) for contact tracing purposes. This information will not be shared with anyone and will only be used by library staff to contact you should we be informed that someone who had been in the library tested positive for COVID-19. There will be wellness screening questions (on the door that you must be able to answer no to all of the questions to enter) about symptoms of COVID-19 (e.g., fever, cough, difficulty breathing, sneezing) before anyone may enter the building.
All returns should be made in the drop box. No returns will be accepted within the library building. Reusable book bags will also not be allowed within the library. Library staff will provide you with a bag(s) for your materials when you check out.
There is a five item per person limit (two of them from the new items shelves.
We ask that you please be careful about the number of items you are touching and place any item that you touch and decide not to check out in one of the open tubs in the library. Items will be quarantined for seven days.
If you have a fine to pay, you will need to place the cash or check in an envelope (please ask a librarian for one) and place the envelope in the quarantine tub. No change will be given, but a credit will be added to your account if change was due to you.
These procedures are in place to keep our patrons and staff members safe. We thank you for your understanding and your diligence in helping us prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
Library service hours until further notice:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Appointment times begin at 1:20 PM or 10:20 AM & end at 4:40 PM.
All Library Programs and the use of the library and the conference room are cancelled until further notice.
This is a link to the Summer Reading page that is found in the drop down menu at the top of the page under more and then Summer Reading. All programs are still available to listen or watch on our YouTube channel.
Our WiFi is accessible from the street in front of the library and does not have a password at this time, so anyone who needs a connection may use it.
We have added many new links for children as they are out of school and adults under the Information tab (under more at the top of the page). There are many companies who are offering free services during the pandemic and that information is on that page or the eBook page where we have added information about eBook resources that you don't need to have a library card to access as well as new links for many great resources! To access our online resources, please see the tabs at the bottom of this page. To find information about the eBook resources our library offers click on the RSA Catalog tab. There is an explantation for each of the online resources at the bottom of this page above the tabs.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the Coronavirus, you may learn more from the State website
https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus/Pages/default.aspx , Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Illinois Department of Public Health http://www.dph.illinois.gov/, the Peoria City/County Health Department (PCCHD) and the Illinois Department of Public Health's (IDPH) guidelines for Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities.
As this is an ever changing event, we will continue to monitor the directives provided by federal, state and local governments to ensure the library’s response is proactive and prioritizes public health while balancing the need for public services. Please continue to check the web site for updates. Thank you in advance for understanding as we work to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and we encourage out patrons to take measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 also. We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy during these unprecedented times.
If you have any questions, please feel to call the library at 309-742-2431 or email us at elmwoodlib@gmail.com.
What you can do to help:
Your help is greatly appreciated to help minimize the spread of disease. Here are some simple steps you can take to help.
As the pandemic continues to interrupt our lives, the Census is the last thing anyone is paying attention to; but we should be in Illinois. Why? Illinois could lose two congressional seats and billions—yes, billions—of federal dollars in funding for needs like education, roads and Medicaid. Although the library doesn't receive tax money, having an accurate count on the census will everyone, so please be counted!
We encourage you to use this time to log in and complete the census. Be counted!
My Library Is...
NICK OFFERMAN EXPLAINS WHY LIBRARIES ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER
In a new promotional video from the Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS), actor Nick Offerman stars as the Wizard of the World Wide Web, convening an emergency meeting of the elders of the internet.
In the video, avatars representing pop-up ads, social media and other fixtures of online life have assembled at a secret internet headquarters to discuss a grave matter: humans have realized that libraries are even more powerful than the web.
Offerman explains: Libraries have real people. They get to know you and offer reading recommendations more personalized than any algorithm. They can even tell the difference between real and fake news. He continues,“Libraries have all the information that anyone could ever need, plus real spaces, fun educational programs, meet-up groups…you can even get a flu shot at the library.
http://www.ilovelibraries.org/article/nick-offerman-explains-why-libraries-are-more-important-ever?twitter
More information can be found on My Library Is ... for Library Lovers page at https://www.mylibraryis.org/librarylovers. While there, you can take the Library Lovers Quiz!
Please be sure to check out the links at the bottom of the page to connect with some great online resources! You may use these sites from the library or from home (unless noted below in description). You may need your library card number and PIN. Please give us a call to get your number or apply for a card if you live in Elmwood Township & don't have one yet! The link to connect to the online catalog is also at the bottom of the page.
Reminder
Children under the age of eight must be accompanied by an adult or responsible caregiver at all times while visiting the library. At this time we are not allowing children to visit without their parent(s).
The Morrison and Mary Wiley Library supports the right of all library users to access information and will not deny access to electronic information networks based solely on age. Children under the age of 10 may use the computers when a parent is present. Those over 10 must have a signed Computer Use Policy on file to be able to use the computers
What is Explore More Illinois?
Explore More Illinois is a free service provided by your library that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theaters and other fun and local cultural venues.
How do I get a Pass?
Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions. Make your reservation and print or download your pass shortly before your visit. You may have two active reservations per library card. Please cancel your reservation(s) if unable to attend, otherwise the reservation will count as being used. Remember that once you print or download your pass you cannot cancel your reservation.
The link for our library is: https://exploremore.quipugroup.net/?MorrisonMaryWiley
New Explore More Illinois Promotional Video
Our new promotional video gives simple, step-by-step instructions on how to log into the Explore More Illinois website, search for attractions and make a reservation.
Explore More Illinois Changes During COVID-19
Library patrons will not be able to make reservations via Explore More Illinois through March 31. All reservations previously made between March 15 and March 31 have been canceled. Patrons have been notified via email, and these cancellations will not count toward their patron quantity limit. Please email Jessica Barnes with patron issues or questions. We will resolve them as quickly as possible.
Explore More Illinois staff have posted online cultural experiences you may access while practicing social distancing. These include gallery tours, performances, and even virtual hikes through national parks. We will be updating the list frequently.
March 2020
Explore More Illinois adds five attractions in Peoria!
Peoria Park District Golf Learning Center & Academy
Peoria Park District Owens Recreation Center Ice Arena
Peoria Park District RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center
Peoria Playhouse & Chuildren's Museum
Peoria Zoo
Below is an example of what you are able to find in the NoveList online resource.
Do you want to know the books you should probably be reading? The Core Collections Interface makes it easy to access the most popular and heavily used features in Core Collections, like “Most Highly Recommended Titles” and “Award Winners.”
To see this in action, click on “Most Highly Recommended Titles” under browse by category, then limit that search to a collection you’re interested in, like Children’s Core Collection or Fiction Core Collection.
Since recommendations levels are assigned by experts in their fields, you can count on these recommendations being vendor and publisher neutral.
Alcohol Effects, Addiction Treatment and Resources
https://www.addictiongroup.org/rehab/
Here is a description of the online resources:
RSA Catalog is the catalog the library uses to check out, renew or request items from other libraries for ILL. You are able to connect from home to renew or request items. You need your library card number & password. Please stop by if you need either of these numbers.
ABC Mouse is an award-winning curriculum designed to help young children (ages 2–7+) build a strong foundation for academic success. It is 100% educational, with more than 4,000 learning activities across all major subject areas-reading, math, science, social studies, art and music. (This resource is only available at the library.)
Driver's Education Program is a program that will help you prepare online for the theory part of the DMV test. It includes: 10 car practice tests, 5 motorcycle practice tests, 3 CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) practice tests, 3 online driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL) and an FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions.
Here is a link to another test.
Here is the link for the Illinois State test.
https://www.dmv-written-test.com/illinois/practice-test-1.html
Heritage Quest® is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, convenient research guides, interactive census maps, and more. Discover the amazing history of you with Heritage Quest Online. It delivers an essential collection of genealogical and historical sources—with coverage dating back to the 1700s—that can help people find their ancestors and discover a place’s past.
Jobs For Teens is a resource for teenagers looking for jobs. As a teenager, finding a job may seem like a difficult task. Usually the most frustrating thing about the process is that employers want you to have work experience in order to consider you for a job, but if you've never worked before then you don't have any experience. But that's okay, this page is here to help you find a job regardless of your age or previous job experience.
NewsBank America's News is an online site to stay connected with National & Local news. Search the archives for full editions of thousands of newspapers from across the country, including the Peoria Journal Star and over 100 others from Illinois. They may be searched as a collection or individually to find articles, obituaries, editorials and more. Available for use from home as well. We have a link below that will take you to the Peoria Journal Star. The Peoria Journal Star Collection: Search over 28 years of Peoria history with the Peoria Journal Star Collection. Coverage from 1991 through current. Explore current and archived issues of the Peoria Journal Star with full-color newspaper pages and individual articles.
NoveList has reading recommendations for both fiction and nonfiction, for all ages. NoveList's expertise in books and reading means that you'll always get the best help for finding just the right books. To log in from home you must use this link http://search.ebscohost.com & these credentials:
Username: s9066307
Password: MMW02!
Rocket Languages is a totally web-based language learning platform. It includes 14 languages and each language has more than 100 hours of lessons. Lessons include: written exercises, spoken exercises, grammar games and more. The lessons can be downloaded to a mobile device or streamed. We have free mobile apps for Apple and Android devices and the service is unlimited and simultaneous use. Languages include: Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Hindi, Korean, English, ESL programs for both Japanese and Spanish speakers and American Sign Language.
Tuition Funding Sources is a free internet resource. It represents 24 years of scholarship research that has produced the largest source of scholarships in the world. Hard economic times are forcing students to either find a scholarship or get a loan if they want to go to college. Most students have no idea where to find scholarships and choose student loans only to learn after they graduate that it is much easier to borrow money than pay it back.
Tumble Books is a collection of Tumble Books (animated, talking picture books) with fiction, non-fiction and foreign language titles, Read-Alongs (chapter books with sentence highlighting and narration but no animation), Tumble TV which consists of pre-set playlists of a sequence of books and Tumble Puzzles & Games. Tumble Books are created from existing picture books which we have licensed from children's book publishers and converted to the Tumble Book format.
World Book Online is a creative, educational product that meets the highest standards of editorial excellence and ignites and inspires a lifelong love of learning. Learning isn’t ‘one size fits all. World Book Online offers a diverse suite of products for every age, ability and interest to suit the needs of all patrons. World Book Kids has fun, easy-to-read articles, illustrations and activities for the youngest library patrons. World Book Info Finder is an optimal research site for elementary and middle school-age patrons. World Book Reference Center is a powerful tool for all research needs.
P. O. Box 467
Elmwood, IL 61529
elmwoodlib@gmail.com
309 742-2431 Phone
309 742-8298 Fax
Staff
Michelle Armbruster -Director
Pat Keefer, Eulail Huffcutt & Tracy Burnett
Volunteer: Franke Keefer &, Amanda Avery
Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday:
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
These are the hours until further notice.
Click Here To See Our Virtual Tour!
Please like us on Facebook @elmwoodlibrary.
Please see our new tobacco-free property policy effective 9/14/2020 on the policies page.
The Morrison & Mary Wiley Library re-opened to the public by appointment on Monday, July 27th. We are requiring appointments to be made for anyone entering the building to properly maintain social distancing (at least six feet apart at all times & walking in the stacks will be in one direction only) within our building & stacks. Please call 309-742-2431.
Appointments for shelf-browsing and checkouts will be limited to 15 minutes with 5-minute intervals between appointments to allow staff time to sanitize.
Appointments for computer usage will be for 20 minutes and only one computer will be available for use. Photocopies and faxing is available by appointment.
We will continue to offer pickup service and/or home delivery (for the most vulnerable patrons) to anyone who does not wish to enter the building.
EVERYONE (over age 2) entering the building will be REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK THAT COVERS THE MOUTH AND NOSE and use hand sanitizer as soon as you enter the building. For those who choose not to wear a mask or are medically unable to do so, the library staff will be happy to continue to place your bag of books outside for pick up. This policy will be enforced diligently and staff will refuse entry to anyone not wearing a mask.
Anyone entering the building will be required to provide their name(s) and phone number(s) for contact tracing purposes. This information will not be shared with anyone and will only be used by library staff to contact you should we be informed that someone who had been in the library tested positive for COVID-19. There will be wellness screening questions (on the door that you must be able to answer no to all of the questions to enter) about symptoms of COVID-19 (e.g., fever, cough, difficulty breathing, sneezing) before anyone may enter the building.
All returns should be made in the drop box. No returns will be accepted within the library building. Reusable book bags will also not be allowed within the library. Library staff will provide you with a bag(s) for your materials when you check out.
There is a five item per person limit (two of them from the new items shelves.
We ask that you please be careful about the number of items you are touching and place any item that you touch and decide not to check out in one of the open tubs in the library. Items will be quarantined for seven days.
If you have a fine to pay, you will need to place the cash or check in an envelope (please ask a librarian for one) and place the envelope in the quarantine tub. No change will be given, but a credit will be added to your account if change was due to you.
These procedures are in place to keep our patrons and staff members safe. We thank you for your understanding and your diligence in helping us prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
Library service hours until further notice:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Appointment times begin at 1:20 PM or 10:20 AM & end at 4:40 PM.
All Library Programs and the use of the library and the conference room are cancelled until further notice.
This is a link to the Summer Reading page that is found in the drop down menu at the top of the page under more and then Summer Reading. All programs are still available to listen or watch on our YouTube channel.
Our WiFi is accessible from the street in front of the library and does not have a password at this time, so anyone who needs a connection may use it.
We have added many new links for children as they are out of school and adults under the Information tab (under more at the top of the page). There are many companies who are offering free services during the pandemic and that information is on that page or the eBook page where we have added information about eBook resources that you don't need to have a library card to access as well as new links for many great resources! To access our online resources, please see the tabs at the bottom of this page. To find information about the eBook resources our library offers click on the RSA Catalog tab. There is an explantation for each of the online resources at the bottom of this page above the tabs.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the Coronavirus, you may learn more from the State website
https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus/Pages/default.aspx , Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Illinois Department of Public Health http://www.dph.illinois.gov/, the Peoria City/County Health Department (PCCHD) and the Illinois Department of Public Health's (IDPH) guidelines for Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities.
As this is an ever changing event, we will continue to monitor the directives provided by federal, state and local governments to ensure the library’s response is proactive and prioritizes public health while balancing the need for public services. Please continue to check the web site for updates. Thank you in advance for understanding as we work to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and we encourage out patrons to take measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 also. We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy during these unprecedented times.
If you have any questions, please feel to call the library at 309-742-2431 or email us at elmwoodlib@gmail.com.
What you can do to help:
Your help is greatly appreciated to help minimize the spread of disease. Here are some simple steps you can take to help.
- Wear a face covering your nose and mouth.
- Practice social distancing.
- Wash hands frequently using the World Health Organzation (WHO) video on hand washing. www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PmVJQUCm4E
- Practice good hygiene by regularly disinfecting frequently touched surfaces and avoid touching your face.
- Cover your coughs or sneezes.
- Stay home if you are sick or have sick family members at home.
As the pandemic continues to interrupt our lives, the Census is the last thing anyone is paying attention to; but we should be in Illinois. Why? Illinois could lose two congressional seats and billions—yes, billions—of federal dollars in funding for needs like education, roads and Medicaid. Although the library doesn't receive tax money, having an accurate count on the census will everyone, so please be counted!
We encourage you to use this time to log in and complete the census. Be counted!
My Library Is...
NICK OFFERMAN EXPLAINS WHY LIBRARIES ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER
In a new promotional video from the Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS), actor Nick Offerman stars as the Wizard of the World Wide Web, convening an emergency meeting of the elders of the internet.
In the video, avatars representing pop-up ads, social media and other fixtures of online life have assembled at a secret internet headquarters to discuss a grave matter: humans have realized that libraries are even more powerful than the web.
Offerman explains: Libraries have real people. They get to know you and offer reading recommendations more personalized than any algorithm. They can even tell the difference between real and fake news. He continues,“Libraries have all the information that anyone could ever need, plus real spaces, fun educational programs, meet-up groups…you can even get a flu shot at the library.
http://www.ilovelibraries.org/article/nick-offerman-explains-why-libraries-are-more-important-ever?twitter
More information can be found on My Library Is ... for Library Lovers page at https://www.mylibraryis.org/librarylovers. While there, you can take the Library Lovers Quiz!
Please be sure to check out the links at the bottom of the page to connect with some great online resources! You may use these sites from the library or from home (unless noted below in description). You may need your library card number and PIN. Please give us a call to get your number or apply for a card if you live in Elmwood Township & don't have one yet! The link to connect to the online catalog is also at the bottom of the page.
Reminder
Children under the age of eight must be accompanied by an adult or responsible caregiver at all times while visiting the library. At this time we are not allowing children to visit without their parent(s).
The Morrison and Mary Wiley Library supports the right of all library users to access information and will not deny access to electronic information networks based solely on age. Children under the age of 10 may use the computers when a parent is present. Those over 10 must have a signed Computer Use Policy on file to be able to use the computers
What is Explore More Illinois?
Explore More Illinois is a free service provided by your library that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theaters and other fun and local cultural venues.
How do I get a Pass?
Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions. Make your reservation and print or download your pass shortly before your visit. You may have two active reservations per library card. Please cancel your reservation(s) if unable to attend, otherwise the reservation will count as being used. Remember that once you print or download your pass you cannot cancel your reservation.
The link for our library is: https://exploremore.quipugroup.net/?MorrisonMaryWiley
New Explore More Illinois Promotional Video
Our new promotional video gives simple, step-by-step instructions on how to log into the Explore More Illinois website, search for attractions and make a reservation.
Explore More Illinois Changes During COVID-19
Library patrons will not be able to make reservations via Explore More Illinois through March 31. All reservations previously made between March 15 and March 31 have been canceled. Patrons have been notified via email, and these cancellations will not count toward their patron quantity limit. Please email Jessica Barnes with patron issues or questions. We will resolve them as quickly as possible.
Explore More Illinois staff have posted online cultural experiences you may access while practicing social distancing. These include gallery tours, performances, and even virtual hikes through national parks. We will be updating the list frequently.
March 2020
Explore More Illinois adds five attractions in Peoria!
Peoria Park District Golf Learning Center & Academy
Peoria Park District Owens Recreation Center Ice Arena
Peoria Park District RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center
Peoria Playhouse & Chuildren's Museum
Peoria Zoo
Below is an example of what you are able to find in the NoveList online resource.
Do you want to know the books you should probably be reading? The Core Collections Interface makes it easy to access the most popular and heavily used features in Core Collections, like “Most Highly Recommended Titles” and “Award Winners.”
To see this in action, click on “Most Highly Recommended Titles” under browse by category, then limit that search to a collection you’re interested in, like Children’s Core Collection or Fiction Core Collection.
Since recommendations levels are assigned by experts in their fields, you can count on these recommendations being vendor and publisher neutral.
Alcohol Effects, Addiction Treatment and Resources
https://www.addictiongroup.org/rehab/
Here is a description of the online resources:
RSA Catalog is the catalog the library uses to check out, renew or request items from other libraries for ILL. You are able to connect from home to renew or request items. You need your library card number & password. Please stop by if you need either of these numbers.
ABC Mouse is an award-winning curriculum designed to help young children (ages 2–7+) build a strong foundation for academic success. It is 100% educational, with more than 4,000 learning activities across all major subject areas-reading, math, science, social studies, art and music. (This resource is only available at the library.)
Driver's Education Program is a program that will help you prepare online for the theory part of the DMV test. It includes: 10 car practice tests, 5 motorcycle practice tests, 3 CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) practice tests, 3 online driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL) and an FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions.
Here is a link to another test.
Here is the link for the Illinois State test.
https://www.dmv-written-test.com/illinois/practice-test-1.html
Heritage Quest® is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, convenient research guides, interactive census maps, and more. Discover the amazing history of you with Heritage Quest Online. It delivers an essential collection of genealogical and historical sources—with coverage dating back to the 1700s—that can help people find their ancestors and discover a place’s past.
Jobs For Teens is a resource for teenagers looking for jobs. As a teenager, finding a job may seem like a difficult task. Usually the most frustrating thing about the process is that employers want you to have work experience in order to consider you for a job, but if you've never worked before then you don't have any experience. But that's okay, this page is here to help you find a job regardless of your age or previous job experience.
NewsBank America's News is an online site to stay connected with National & Local news. Search the archives for full editions of thousands of newspapers from across the country, including the Peoria Journal Star and over 100 others from Illinois. They may be searched as a collection or individually to find articles, obituaries, editorials and more. Available for use from home as well. We have a link below that will take you to the Peoria Journal Star. The Peoria Journal Star Collection: Search over 28 years of Peoria history with the Peoria Journal Star Collection. Coverage from 1991 through current. Explore current and archived issues of the Peoria Journal Star with full-color newspaper pages and individual articles.
NoveList has reading recommendations for both fiction and nonfiction, for all ages. NoveList's expertise in books and reading means that you'll always get the best help for finding just the right books. To log in from home you must use this link http://search.ebscohost.com & these credentials:
Username: s9066307
Password: MMW02!
Rocket Languages is a totally web-based language learning platform. It includes 14 languages and each language has more than 100 hours of lessons. Lessons include: written exercises, spoken exercises, grammar games and more. The lessons can be downloaded to a mobile device or streamed. We have free mobile apps for Apple and Android devices and the service is unlimited and simultaneous use. Languages include: Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Hindi, Korean, English, ESL programs for both Japanese and Spanish speakers and American Sign Language.
Tuition Funding Sources is a free internet resource. It represents 24 years of scholarship research that has produced the largest source of scholarships in the world. Hard economic times are forcing students to either find a scholarship or get a loan if they want to go to college. Most students have no idea where to find scholarships and choose student loans only to learn after they graduate that it is much easier to borrow money than pay it back.
Tumble Books is a collection of Tumble Books (animated, talking picture books) with fiction, non-fiction and foreign language titles, Read-Alongs (chapter books with sentence highlighting and narration but no animation), Tumble TV which consists of pre-set playlists of a sequence of books and Tumble Puzzles & Games. Tumble Books are created from existing picture books which we have licensed from children's book publishers and converted to the Tumble Book format.
World Book Online is a creative, educational product that meets the highest standards of editorial excellence and ignites and inspires a lifelong love of learning. Learning isn’t ‘one size fits all. World Book Online offers a diverse suite of products for every age, ability and interest to suit the needs of all patrons. World Book Kids has fun, easy-to-read articles, illustrations and activities for the youngest library patrons. World Book Info Finder is an optimal research site for elementary and middle school-age patrons. World Book Reference Center is a powerful tool for all research needs.
