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Books & Authors
This is a link to the online catalog of Passaic County Library System. It allows you to search items by library location, date, language and material type. You can also review your checked out items, renew and place holds online.
In this web site you will be able to search, find and then submit an Inter LibraryLoan (ILL) request.JerseyCat will do a statewide search. (Access provided by the New Jersey State Library) (A library card number is necessary to submit an ILL)
NoveList is a database that can help you search through over 100,000 fiction titles to find books that you would like to read. (Access provided by the New Jersey State Library)
(A library card number is necessary to access this database)
Free audio book download service. Simply install free software, then download digital audio books and eBooks to your computer. Listen to your favorite authors on your PC or transfer to a compatible eBook reader or MP3 player. Burn some titles to CD and listen in your car.
Education & Research
Students in grades K to 12, students in introductory college courses as well as homeschoolers and adult learners, are able to get free help with their math, science, social studies and English assignments via the Internet. This online tutoring program, delivered by Tutor.com, allows students with library cards to chat online with tutors who can help them tackle their homework problems. Spanish-speaking tutors are available for help with math and science assignments. Tutors are available online and on demand, 7 days a week from 2 to 10 p.m.
EBSCOhost is a powerful online reference system accessible via the Internet. The comprehensive databases range from general reference collections to specially designed, subject-specific databases for public, academic, medical, corporate and school libraries. (Access provided by the New Jersey State Library) (A library card number is necessary to access this database)
INFOTRAC
Newspapers Online: The following newspapers are provided: Bergen Record (Jan/96 to current), Newark Star-Ledger (Feb/01 to current), New York Times (365 rolling file), Times of London (Jan/97 to current), Los Angeles Times (Jan/96 to current) *Sunday Times of London is not included.
CONTEMPORARY AUTHORS
Provides complete biographical and bibliographical information.
INFORME
Base de datos en Espańol para busqueda de articulos en periódicos y revistas. Spanish language magazine index with full text of articles.
(Infotrac is provided by the New Jersey State Library) (A library card number is necessary to access these databases)
Specializes in reference books, legal forms and new media products for the school and library markets. With company info, product catalog, and contacts.(Access provided by the New Jersey State Library) (A library card number is necessary to access this database)
Explores more than 800 hot topics in business, politics, government, education, and popular culture.
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Builds a deeper understanding of how historical events have shaped our nation by exploring the key players and the battles they fought.
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With your local New Jersey library card, you can search full text magazines, journals and encyclopedias.
(Access provided by the New Jersey State Library)
Learning Express Library is a comprehensive, interactive online learning platform of practice tests and tutorial course series designed to help patrons—students and adult learners—succeed on the academic or licensing tests they must pass.
Employment
An easy way to connect to state programs, services and agencies that can help during tough economic times. A service of the NJ State Library.
Job search, business research and resume building resources
Health
The Early Childhood, Parenting and Professional Resource Center
Salem Health is the free online companion to Magill's Medical Guide. Salem Health is a state-of-the-art online reference source that is as up-to-the-minute as you can find.
Libraries
Q and A NJ is staffed by professional librarians from participating libraries across the state of New Jersey. When you start a Q and A session, a librarian will chat and co-browse with you in real time. This service is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Also, get live homework help designed for students in grades 4 through 12.
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