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A-Z Databases
Find the best library databases for your research.
This general resource delivers eBooks, documents, letters, audio, maps, videos, and more categorized into modules. Modules included in the Library Commission's subscription are: BiblioBoard Core, Capstone, Indie Author Project Select, Indie West Virginia, Popup Picks, Rourke Educational Media: K-12 Nonfiction Books, and TIME for Kids / Teacher-Created Materials.
A Library Commission library card is needed to access this databases.
Modules included in the Library Commission's subscription are:
BiblioBoard Core
This historical database covers literature, philosophy, history, geography, science, and more with 400 anthologies, more than 14,000 eBooks, and more than 24,000 pieces of primary source content.
Capstone
Children's eBooks, both fiction and nonfiction, and in multiple languages.
Indie Author Project Select
The best independent eBooks contributed by authors nationwide through the Indie Author Project as selected by Library Journal. Genres include romance, mystery, science fiction, fantasy, and more.
Indie West Virginia
eBooks from independent West Virginia writers. Genres include fantasy and science fiction, mystery, romance, horror, young adult fiction, nonfiction, and more.
Popup Picks
Librarian-curated collections of eBooks and other digital media including poetry, young adult, juvenile fiction, humor, self help, graphic novels, and more.
Rourke Educational Media: K-12 Nonfiction Books
More than 1,500 eBooks with K-12 nonfiction including biology, early learning, science, technology, language arts, astronomy, life science, physical science, social studies, and more.
TIME for Kids / Teacher-Created Materials
Nonfiction readers created by teachers that provide a variety of text structures, domain-specific and academic vocabulary, and complex text aligned to content areas.
Consumer health and fitness information including fact sheets, diagrams, drug information, procedure explanations, and more. WVInfoDepot database: For login information off-site, contact the Library Commission Reference Desk at (304) 558-2045 or wvlcref@wv.gov.
View online tutorial at https://connect.ebsco.com/s/article/Consumer-Health-Complete-Tutorial?language=en_US
Reliable content from magazines and reference books for students and adults. Includes articles from magazines, books, and newspapers; primary source documents; images, and videos. WVInfoDepot database: For login information off-site, contact the Library Commission Reference Desk at (304) 558-2045 or wvlcref@wv.gov.
View online tutorial at https://youtu.be/Oo4nd-VK7nA
Biographical information covering more than 600,000 international figures from all time periods and areas of study. Browse to find people based on occupation, role, or historical period. Search individuals by name, occupation, nationality, ethnicity, birth/death dates and places, or gender, as well as by keyword and within the full text of the biographical information. Text reference content is offered alongside periodicals and multimedia, and all is updated continuously to provide users the most up-to-date information.
Borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later.
A State Library library card is needed to use this resource. Contact the Reference Desk at (304) 558-2045 or wvlcref@wv.gov for more information.
Explore careers and find a match. Build resumes and cover letters. Prepare for interviews. Find and apply for jobs and track your search. WVInfoDepot database.
Practice tests and study materials for college admission exams, high school equivalency exams, professional certification, and military exams. Skills improvement exercises for all ages including math, English, science, and social studies. Citizenship and ESL exam prep. Technology training and more. WVInfoDepot database.
View online tutorial at https://my.nicheacademy.com/wvlc/course/17353
Search and read newspaper articles and transcripts of news broadcasts. Includes The Charleston Gazette-Mail, Beckley’s Register-Herald, and The Dominion Post (Morgantown). WVInfoDepot database: Contact the Library Commission Reference Desk at (304) 558-2045 or wvlcref@wv.gov for login info off-site.
Continuously updated information and opinions on current social issues for students from middle school through college and for adults. Includes a series of controversial essays that present multiple sides of a current issue. Essays are accompanied by thousands of supporting articles including periodical articles, reference books, wire transcripts and streaming videos. WVInfoDepot database: For login information off-site, contact the Library Commission Reference Desk at (304) 558-2045 or wvlcref@wv.gov.
View online tutorial at https://connect.ebsco.com/s/article/Points-of-View-Reference-Center-Tutorial?language=en_US
For all ages. Reliable information for homework, reports, or general questions. Includes the classic encyclopedia, eBooks, and more. WVInfoDepot database: For login information off-site, contact the Library Commission Reference Desk at (304) 558-2045 or wvlcref@wv.gov.
For tutorials, see https://www.worldbookonline.com/training/how-to/how-to-home.htm
eBooks and eAudiobooks are available to check out for free through WV-Reads (West Virginia Regional Electronic Audiovisual Download Service). This service is available for a wide variety of devices, including the Kindle, Nook, iPads, iPhones, Android phones and tablets, and most eBook readers.
NOTE: Libby is from the same company that produced the Overdrive app, and Overdrive will permanently switch to the Libby app in the near future. We recommend switching from Overdrive to Libby at this time.
eBooks and eAudiobooks are available to check out for free through WV-Reads (West Virginia Regional Electronic Audiovisual Download Service). This service is available for a wide variety of devices, including the Kindle, Nook, iPads, iPhones, Android phones and tablets, and most eBook readers.
NOTE: Overdrive will permanently switch to the Libby app in the near future. We recommend switching from Overdrive to Libby at this time.
New / Trial Databases
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The following databases are newly acquired or being evaluated for a future subscription.
Read the most current issues of more than 7,000 newspapers and magazines from throughout the U.S. and around the globe on your desktop or on a mobile device.
Access requires your WVLC library card number and PIN number. Search for "West Virginia State Library" in the library list. If you do not have a PIN number, contact the WVLC reference desk at wvlcref@wv.gov.
For a tutorial on how to sign in and read news and magazines in PressReader, go to https://my.nicheacademy.com/wvlc/course/2373
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