Not All Internet Sources Are Equal
Important research to do and you can't get into the library? The library subscribes to online databases containing magazines, journals, books, essays, encyclopedias and more.
From poems about Paul Revere to biographical information on Castro to news articles from the time of the Normandy Invasion to how galaxies form, it's all there. And you can relax knowing the information can be trusted.
Most of our databases can be explored from home or office using your KCPL library card number. The links below will take you directly the resource, but if you would like more complete description, including some tips on using the resources, the links on the left-hand side of this page help you learn more about how to get into the database and what you might find once you are.
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An award winning science database, Access Science works as an encyclopedia, a biographical resource and dictionary, but also has resources for students who are selecting paper topics in the sciences.
A chance to get up close and personal with 50 of the some hottest teen authors. Authors4Teens has in depth interviews with authors and links to further information on popular authors. more information...
Whether you are working on a paper for school or are just curious about someone in the news, Biography Resource Center will answer your questions about 335,000+ from throughout history and around the world. more information...
The Charleston Newspapers offer an index to locate articles back to 1985. Use of the index is free. The papers charge $2.95 to view articles. (2/07)
Looking for a love poem? Trying to remember the rest of a poem? Need to know what iambic pentameter means? This database of poetry will help you out.
A collection of magazines, journals and newspapers articles that can help answer health, business and general interest questions. There are a variety of interfaces focusing on different ages and interests. Provided by the West Virginia Library Commission. more information...
Place for the beginning searcher to find magazine articles, newspaper articles, encyclopedia entries and more on a variety of topics ranging from animals to history to stories. Lexile (reading) levels of the information found go up to Grade 5.
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A place to find magazine articles, biographies, images and more on a variety of topics for students in grades K-8. It is similar to Searchasaurus but includes more categories/topics to search (such as geography and languages arts) and more advanced search options.
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A place to find general information on a variety of topics (business, current events, math, technology, etc.) from a variety of sources (newspapers, magazines, encyclopedias, primary source documents and more). For the more advanced student searcher (middle - high school).
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A collection of magazine, newspaper and journal databases, which cover a wide variety of subjects such as business, education, health and popular interest. Many of the online articles users can retrieve are full text.
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Have you read everything by your favorite author and want to read something similar? Need to know what is the next book in the series? Looking for a guide to lead a book group discussion? Looking for good non-fiction to read? Novelist helps answer all these questions and many more.
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Database containing information about fiction and non-fiction titles specifically for grades K-8 as well as advisory, teaching, and learning materials for readers and teachers.
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This database provides easy-to-understand consumer health information. A great place to start for a basic medical definition, health article or basic overview of a health-related topic.
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This database provides information on currently debated or controversial issues in order to help users understand all sides of an issue. Great for writing position papers.
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Database containing small engine repair and maintenance information for ATVS, motorcycles, tractors, lawnmowers, personal watercraft, motor boats and more.
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Most databases have only articles from the last ten or so years. Facts.com trumps them all by offering news articles back to 1940 online. Their staff has also pulled together special features on historic and hot topics. more information...
Online detailed descriptions of more than 6,000 foundation and public charity programs that fund students, artists, researchers and other individual grant seekers. Provided by the Foundation Center. more information...
Online grant seeking research tool providing information on 80,000 grant making entities and their grants. Provided by the Foundation Center. more information...
This popular print encyclopedia has moved to the web. There is a special version for students in grades 3-5. Provided by the West Virginia Library Commission.
If you want to score high on standardized tests, this interactive database will give you the practice you need. Tests range from the ACT, SAT, GED, civil service, postal service and much more. Provided by the West Virginia Library Commission. more information...
Are you writing a paper about an author? Getting ready for a book club meeting? Want to know more about a favourite author? Literature Resource Center explores the works of 130,000 authors. more information...
Between 2pm and midnight, students can work through homework troubles with trained tutors. more information...
Finding accurate health information on the internet can be a challenge, the staff at the National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health help the public navigate. Information is available on illnesses, medications, treatments, and much more. more information...
Arguing the pros and cons of a hot social topic is a common paper assignment. Opposing Viewpoints pulls information on both sides from books and magazines. more information...
Whether searching for an individual company or trying to create a list of potential customers, Reference USA allows users to create their own search strategy to find just what is needed. more information...
Aimed primarily at young readers and readers to be, these animated stories encourage a love of reading. Puzzles and games are also accompany many stories. more information...
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