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Current Events

Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, this database provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

Full-text access to more than 250 newspapers, blogs, magazines, wire feeds, and broadcast transcripts.

Access current and archived issues of the Reno Gazette-Journal.

Especially for baby boomer and senior learners, but great for everyone looking to learn how to use popular web-based services.

The Washoe County Library System offers free online access to The New York Times, both remotely and in the library. Our subscription allows you to read the current issue and all digital content. (The Times Cooking and Crossword are not included in this subscription.)

Washoe County Library System's online access allows all library card holders to read the most recent several issues of The Wall Street Journal.

Access to USA today and other Gannett newspapers.

Ebooks and Audiobooks

Features book guides and activities, author interviews, and readings. Features more than 376,000 resources that help bring books to life. 

A collection of animated, talking picture books that teach young children the joys of reading in a format they'll love.

Geography

High school and middle school history and geography research.

EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases and e-journals.

Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary schools, secondary schools, and public libraries.

Includes over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

World Book online is a suite of research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related websites.

History

High school and middle school history and geography research.

EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases and e-journals.

Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary schools, secondary schools, and public libraries.

Includes over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.

Thousands of primary source documents covering both US and world history topics.

Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, this database provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

World Book online is a suite of research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related websites.

Homework Help

High school and middle school history and geography research.

Live, on-demand homework help and state-aligned skills building lessons from expert tutors.

EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases and e-journals.

Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary schools, secondary schools, and public libraries.

Includes over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.

LearningExpress Library features nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and ebooks for patrons of all ages.

LinkedIn Learning is the leading online learning company. It can help you learn software and build business and creative skills. Use your Washoe County Library card to access the full training library, including all content from Lynda.com, along with new courses, including a large selection of courses in other languages.

Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, this database provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

High school and middle school research. Includes the full text of nearly 640 science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, and other publications.

World Book online is a suite of research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related websites.

Job Skills

Brainfuse JobNow is a one-stop-shop for job seekers with Washoe County Library cards.

For job seekers. Search nationwide listings, read company reviews, and explore salary information and interview insights. 

LinkedIn Learning is the leading online learning company. It can help you learn software and build business and creative skills. Use your Washoe County Library card to access the full training library, including all content from Lynda.com, along with new courses, including a large selection of courses in other languages.

Explore, plan for, and pursue careers that reflect your passion, skills, and life goals.

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

Especially for baby boomer and senior learners, but great for everyone looking to learn how to use popular web-based services.

Languages and Culture

Discover & Go is a network of libraries and cultural institutions that allows library cardholders to access dozens of Northern Nevada and California museums, science centers, theatres, zoos, and other cultural attractions.

Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary schools, secondary schools, and public libraries.

Includes over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.

Provides easy access to language learning using your computer or mobile device and your Washoe County Library card. 

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

Rosetta Stone Library Solution is a proven immersion method of language learning that more than 20,000 schools have trusted for over 20 years. 

World Book online is a suite of research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related websites.

Lifelong Learning

Brainfuse JobNow is a one-stop-shop for job seekers with Washoe County Library cards.

Take free practice tests for your Nevada Learner Permit and Driver License exams.

LearningExpress Library features nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and ebooks for patrons of all ages.

LinkedIn Learning is the leading online learning company. It can help you learn software and build business and creative skills. Use your Washoe County Library card to access the full training library, including all content from Lynda.com, along with new courses, including a large selection of courses in other languages.

Provides easy access to language learning using your computer or mobile device and your Washoe County Library card. 

Explore, plan for, and pursue careers that reflect your passion, skills, and life goals.

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

Rosetta Stone Library Solution is a proven immersion method of language learning that more than 20,000 schools have trusted for over 20 years. 

Especially for baby boomer and senior learners, but great for everyone looking to learn how to use popular web-based services.

Local History

Full-text access to more than 250 newspapers, blogs, magazines, wire feeds, and broadcast transcripts.

Math

Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary schools, secondary schools, and public libraries.

Museums

Discover & Go is a network of libraries and cultural institutions that allows library cardholders to access dozens of Northern Nevada and California museums, science centers, theatres, zoos, and other cultural attractions.

Newspapers and Magazines

Get unbiased ratings and reviews for products and services from Consumer Reports, plus trusted advice and in-depth reporting on what matters most.

EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases and e-journals.

Full-text access to more than 250 newspapers, blogs, magazines, wire feeds, and broadcast transcripts.

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

Access current and archived issues of the Reno Gazette-Journal.

The Washoe County Library System offers free online access to The New York Times, both remotely and in the library. Our subscription allows you to read the current issue and all digital content. (The Times Cooking and Crossword are not included in this subscription.)

Washoe County Library System's online access allows all library card holders to read the most recent several issues of The Wall Street Journal.

Access to USA today and other Gannett newspapers.

Reading Recommendations

NoveList K-8 Plus includes all the features of NoveList Plus, but with a focus on elementary and middle school readers.

Looking for your next book? Want to find a new author? Can’t remember all the titles in a series? NoveList Plus is a great resource for readers.

Reference and Research

High school and middle school history and geography research.

The most comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content, designed to support the information needs of patients and to foster an overall understanding of health-related topics.

EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases and e-journals.

Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary schools, secondary schools, and public libraries.

Includes over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.

Thousands of primary source documents covering both US and world history topics.

Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, this database provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

Full-text access to more than 250 newspapers, blogs, magazines, wire feeds, and broadcast transcripts.

Reference Solutions, from Data Axle, is a powerful online reference and research tool providing instant, real-time access to accurate, in-depth information on 24 million U.S. businesses and 235 million U.S. residents.

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

Especially for baby boomer and senior learners, but great for everyone looking to learn how to use popular web-based services.

World Book online is a suite of research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related websites.

Science

The most comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content, designed to support the information needs of patients and to foster an overall understanding of health-related topics.

Discover & Go is a network of libraries and cultural institutions that allows library cardholders to access dozens of Northern Nevada and California museums, science centers, theatres, zoos, and other cultural attractions.

EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases and e-journals.

Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary schools, secondary schools, and public libraries.

Includes over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.

Esta base de datos en español de texto completo cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluyendo libros de referencia, revistas de interés general, imágenes con subtítulos en español, e informes de salud.

High school and middle school research. Includes the full text of nearly 640 science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, and other publications.

World Book online is a suite of research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video, complemented by current periodicals and related websites.

Video Streaming

LinkedIn Learning is the leading online learning company. It can help you learn software and build business and creative skills. Use your Washoe County Library card to access the full training library, including all content from Lynda.com, along with new courses, including a large selection of courses in other languages.