Electronic Resources
Arts & Antiques
- Thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists
- Creativebug is the number one inspirational resource for DIY, crafters and makers
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Coverage of visual arts including paintings, sculpture, architecture, photography, decorative arts, performance arts and multimedia’s
- Contains links to international galleries and museums
- Up-to-date music information including biographies
- Covers popular music, opera and jazz
- Links to sound archives and illustrations
p4a Antiques Reference (In-Library)
p4a Antiques Reference (Remote Access)
- Contains price information for antiques, collectibles and fine art provided by U.S. auction companies
- Includes photos and reference notes
Automotive
ALLDATA (In-Library Only)
- Auto repair information, domestic and imported, 1980-present
- Repair tips, troubleshooting, service bulletins and diagrams
- Provides automobile information for maintenance and repair
- Database includes vehicles from 1940 to the present
- Delmar ASE Technician Test Preparation (TTP) Quizzes are also available
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- New York State-specific practice tests: 11 car practice tests, 6 motorcycle practice tests, and 1 CDL practice test.
- Online access to NY State DMV Manuals: Driver’s Manual, Motorcycle Manual, and Commercial Driver’s Manual
- A FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions
Biography
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Biographies in the areas of literature, science, business, entertainment, history, current events and the arts
- Who’s Who, magazine articles, pictures and links to web sites
- Find biographies by name, nationality, occupation and gender
Gale Literature: Twayne’s Author Series
- Critical essays on the works of noted world authors from Ancient Times to present
- Biographies and research topics
- Formerly MagillOnLiterature
- Access to literary reference books and monographs
- Offers poems from hundreds of sources, short stories, classic texts, author interviews
- Includes cover-to-cover, full-text of literary magazines as well as book reviews from the most prestigious publications
- Includes Literary Reference eBook Collection
Business & Investing
- Includes company profiles, industry reports and financial reports, as well as business magazines and newspapers
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Independent, unbiased financial strength ratings of banks, credit unions & insurance companies
- Conservative buy-hold-sell ratings of thousands of stocks, mutual funds & exchange traded funds
- Create your own personal account to create a watchlist, get upgrade/downgrade notifications and log in from anywhere
- Medicare supplement insurance – Which plan to choose, how much it will cost, compare rates & plan benefits
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Morningstar Investment Research Center (In-Library)
Morningstar Investment Research Center (Remote Access)
- Comprehensive financial information on stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs)
- Provides legal documents that meet the needs of the everyday citizen
- Easily compose documents in categories like Business, Contracts, Landlord/Tenant disputes, Divorce and more
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA)
- Detailed information on more than 12 million U.S. businesses; 102 million U.S. residents; 683,000 U.S. health care providers
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Access a suite of Value Line’s premium information services covering the following types of securities: Common stocks of small, mid and large-cap companies; Stocks of emerging growth companies; Mutual funds; Stock and stock index options; Convertible securities
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Wall Street Journal (In-Library)
Wall Street Journal (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1984 to present
Careers & Jobs
- Career profiles, including multimedia interviews
- Information on colleges and universities
- Résumé help
- Get detailed information on occupations that suit your interests
- Access current job listings from over 5 million job postings, which are collected from all major job boards
- Create professional resumes and cover letters, master interviewing and networking techniques, and more
JobNow / Adult Learning Center
- JobNow provides expert resume help, real-time interview coaching and career advice
- The Adult Learning Center features test preparation (including GED and U.S. citizenship preparation), writing assistance, and study tools for math, reading and writing
- Live, online one-on-one interaction with a tutor or job coach is available as part of JobNow™ and the Adult Learning Center. Live sessions can be conducted in English or Spanish.
JobNow is made possible through a federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Broadband Technology Opportunity Program (BTOP) award funded through the New York State Education Department/New York State Library.
- Includes skill-building tutorials, test preparation, and career advancement resources enhanced with new educational content, career guidance, and advice from industry experts
- SAT, GRE, GMAT, GED and other educational tests
- Civil Service and Licensing Exams
- Job Search & Workplace Skills, U.S. Citizenship preparation, and more
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- 16,000+ online courses in popular fields like web design, web development, IT, education/instruction, media production, and business
- Expert instructors with real-world experience
- Watch videos in small, easy-to-manage chunks, and return to the lessons at your convenience
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- VetNow provides career and academic assistance for returning veterans during their transition back to civilian life
Catalogs
- Search for books and media materials in your library and other Nassau public libraries
- Search by title, author or keyword
- Request items and view your library account here
Excelsior: New York State Library Catalog
- Online public access catalog, designed to be the starting place for access to material in the New York State Library and the New York State Archives
- Kent District Library What’s Next: Books in Series database helps you search series fiction
- Search for books and media materials in your library and other Long Island public libraries
- Search by title, author or keyword
- Request items
- Search the collections of libraries in your community and thousands more around the world
NOTE: The East Meadow Public Library maintains only serial holdings (magazines/journals/newspapers) in WorldCat.
Children’s Resources
ABCmouse.com (In-Library only)
- Age of Learning’s award-winning online curriculum for young children (ages 2-7+)
- Online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction from Children’s Press and other Scholastic imprints
- Reinforces core reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration
- A resource for children ages 7-11 which covers science, mathematics, English, history, geography, the human body, and more
- Includes animations, sounds, photographs, videos, and articles, bringing key processes and concepts to life
- Offers elementary children a safe place to find answers to their questions, practice research skills, and explore a broad range of subjects like animals, arts and music, social studies, and more
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- LOTE4Kids is an online database of children’s picture books in various World Languages to help libraries, schools and healthcare businesses engage culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) families in their communities
- Download the mobile app here
- Prepares children ages 3 to 6 for kindergarten proficiency
- Engaging and interactive online curriculum
- Program evaluates children’s comprehension of new concepts and sends parents progress reports that keep them informed about what their child is doing and how well they understand new skills
- Accessible on any device (Apple or Android, tablet, phone, or computer)
- What to read next for K-8
- Book discussion guides and teacher resources
- Series, find similar books, and book reviews
PebbleGo (In-Library) 
PebbleGo (Remote Access)
- PebbleGo is a curricular content hub specifically designed for K-2 students. Packed with informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy supports for students of all abilities, it boosts engagement and fosters independent learning in core subject areas
PebbleGo Next (In-Library)
PebbleGo Next (Remote Access)
- PebbleGo Next provides a natural next step for 3rd-5th grade students with articles all aligned to state and national standards with a familiar, yet age-appropriate, experience and supports
Scholastic GO! (In-Library)
Scholastic GO! (Remote Access)
- Reliable content on almost every core curricula subject, Scholastic GO! offers endless resources for research in a multitude of media
- Includes dictionaries, videos and newspapers
- Animated talking picture books for elementary school aged children
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Designed for pre-school and early elementary school students
- Includes narrated stories, interactive games, original videos, and a “my first” encyclopedia
- An encyclopedia and reference center designed for kids
- Thousands of colorful illustrations, diagrams, and maps
- World Book Encyclopedia in Spanish
Citizenship / Ciudadanía
- The mission of ImmigrationHelp.org is to help immigrants find freedom, opportunity, and love in the United States without the high cost of an attorney
- Mango prepares learners for realistic conversations and communication in over 70 world languages
- Download the mobile app for iOS and Android
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
ProCitizen (en Español)
- Use esta base de datos para prepararse para las partes de educacion civica, lectura, y escritura del Examen de Naturalizacion de los Estados Unidos. En Español.
ProCitizen (in English)
- Use this database to prepare for the civics, reading, and writing portions of the US Naturalization Test. In English.
Community Resources
- Information on local community services
- Directory of health, human service, education agencies and programs
- Covers Nassau and Suffolk counties
Health & Welfare Council of Long Island
- HWLCI’s priorities are to provide health insurance to uninsured New Yorkers, as well as promote health equity, mental health and early childhood policy
Nassau County – Official Website
- Official website for Nassau County, New York
Nassau County Property Assessment
- Nassau County government website that provides residents with information about property assessments, exemptions and other related information
- New York Heritage is a portal for learning more about the people, places and events that contributed to the making of New York State
New York State – Official Website
- Official website for the State of New York
New York State Education Department Data Site
- This site provides a first step in publicly reporting educational data so all interested parties can be better informed as they work to advance student achievement
Town of Hempstead – Official Website
- Official website for the Town of Hempstead, New York
Town of Hempstead Codes & Legislation
- A dedicated online platform created specifically to house codified laws and municipal documents
- Provides municipal staff and constituents with unparalleled flexibility to quickly access and search your online Code on a variety of desktop and mobile devices
- An official website of the United States government
- A directory of East Meadow community information
- Lists important emergency numbers, school district information, current legislators and government agencies, as well as local community and interest groups
- Published annually by library staff
Consumer Information
- Assists consumers in making better purchase decisions on the products they are shopping for
- Provides ratings and reviews, recommendations and buying advice for thousands of products and services
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Nassau County White Pages (1913-1975)
- This database allows the user to search, crop and download pages from the Nassau County White Pages printed from 1913-1975
- Niche Academy provides tutorials and online learning tools for library e-resources, research databases and language learning
Sams PhotofactOnline (In-Library only)
- Schematics for over 200,000 models in the consumer electronics market
NOTE: Sams PhotofactOnline is accessible in the library only. Please seek assistance at the Reference Desk.
- Records the prices of thousands of items purchased from the Civil War to the present, along with facts about investment options and income opportunities
- Using this data, readers will get a sense of how prices changed over time and how those changes compare to the value of the dollar
- Gives readers a broader understanding of life in America through the wallets of real Americans
Current Events
- Simplifies your search for information by bringing together hundreds of thousands of images, videos, and audio selections into one easy-to-use database
- Explore vetted primary sources, biographies, critical essays, and other materials in many formats — giving you deeper context to high-interest topics
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints
- Viewpoint articles on social issues and current events
- Topic overviews, statistics, primary documents, links to web sites, full-text magazine and newspaper articles
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Recent New York Times, the New York Post and others
- Regional, local and foreign language newspapers
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Features important information on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine throughout world history
Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society (In-Library)
Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society (Remote Access)
- This database helps students develop an in-depth understanding of how society shapes and is shaped by controversy
- Provides authoritative historical context, expert perspectives, and carefully selected primary and secondary sources on today’s most important issues
Modern Genocide: Understanding Causes and Consequences (In-Library)
Modern Genocide: Understanding Causes and Consequences (Remote Access)
- An invaluable online resource that presents comprehensive information and unique insights into modern genocide, focusing on the beginning of the 20th century to the present day
Newsday (In-Library)
Newsday (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1985 to present
- Use ProQuest Historical Newsday to access older issues
New York Times (In-Library)
New York Times (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1980 to present
- Use ProQuest Historical NY Times to access older issues
- Digitized Newsday newspapers covering 1940-1985
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
- New York Times starting in 1851
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
Statistical Abstract of the U.S. (In-Library)
Statistical Abstract of the U.S. (Remote Access)
- A comprehensive collection of statistics on the social, political, and economic conditions of the United States
- Encyclopedia of current treaties in the news including Nuclear Arms, the Iran Nuclear Deal, NAFTA and NATO
- Explores the current events of Ukraine and Russia through a historical lens
US Newsstream (In-Library)
US Newsstream (Remote access)
- Search the most recent global news content – with archives that stretch back into the 1980s
- Over 2,500 news sources including newspapers, newswires, news journals, television and radio transcripts, blogs, podcasts, and digital-only websites in full-text format
Wall Street Journal (In-Library)
Wall Street Journal (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1984 to present
- Provides basic intelligence on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues for 266 world entities
eBooks
- Online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction from Children’s Press and other Scholastic imprints
- Reinforces core reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration
eBook Collection (EBSCOhost)
- Contains a small collection of reference, scholarly and professional development titles
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- The hoopla digital collection includes popular entertainment and educational content, such as hit TV series, newly released music, bestselling audiobooks and eBooks, and much more
- Content can be streamed from any computer or mobile device by downloading the hoopla digital app for iOS or Android
- Titles can be borrowed immediately (no reserve lists). Patrons will be limited to a total of 5 checkouts per month. A 7-day Binge Pass is available for certain collections (Curiosity Stream, hellosaurus, magazines, and The Great Courses) and count as one checkout
- LOTE4Kids is an online database of children’s picture books in various World Languages to help libraries, schools and healthcare businesses engage culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) families in their communities
- Download the mobile app here
- Download eBooks to your computer and read them on your screen or transfer them to a compatible portable device
- Also includes a collection of downloadable audiobooks
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- A collection of encyclopedia’s and databases covering history, science, health and careers
- Animated talking picture books for elementary school-aged children
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Education
- Includes access to more than 2,100 full-text scholarly journals (over 1,700 are peer-reviewed)
- Provides access to lesson plans, students tools, curriculum standards and links to sites useful to teachers
- Collection focus on education, with full-text to over 500 education journals
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Gale OneFile: Educator’s Reference Complete
- Resource for educators and education students
- Provides access to periodicals covering pre-school to college and most educational specialties
- Includes full-text for many titles cited in ERIC
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
New York State Education Department Data Site
- This site provides a first step in publicly reporting educational data so all interested parties can be better informed as they work to advance student achievement
PebbleGo (In-Library)
PebbleGo (Remote Access)
- PebbleGo is a curricular content hub specifically designed for K-2 students. Packed with informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy supports for students of all abilities, it boosts engagement and fosters independent learning in core subject areas
PebbleGo Next (In-Library)
PebbleGo Next (Remote Access)
- PebbleGo Next provides a natural next step for 3rd-5th grade students with articles all aligned to state and national standards with a familiar, yet age-appropriate, experience and supports
- Teacher Reference Center provides indexing and abstracts for 280 of the most popular teacher and administrator journals and magazines to assist professional educators
Encyclopedias and Dictionaries
- Includes Encyclopedia Britannica plus Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, magazines and periodicals, and many other research tools
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- A source for all grades (Pre-K-12) and all reading abilities. Available at three levels–elementary, middle, and high
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- An encyclopedia with historical coverage of civil disobedience, social justice, nationalism & populism, violent demonstrations and race relations
- A resource for children ages 7-11 which covers science, mathematics, English, history, geography, the human body, and more
- Includes animations, sounds, photographs, videos, and articles, bringing key processes and concepts to life
Encyclopedia of Global Warming
- An encyclopedia with extensive coverage on Global Warming
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Pandemics: The Invisible Enemy
- An encyclopedia covering the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as a historical overview of pandemics from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century
- A collection of encyclopedia’s and databases covering history, science, health and careers
- Designed for pre-school and early elementary school students
- Includes narrated stories, interactive games, original videos, and a “my first” encyclopedia
- An encyclopedia and reference center designed for kids
- Thousands of colorful illustrations, diagrams, and maps
- World Book Encyclopedia in Spanish
- Designed for students
- Includes World Book Encyclopedia, biographies, dictionary, atlases, and more
Genealogy
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Only)
- Genealogy – Trace your family’s history
- Images of original U.S. census records, Social Security Death Index
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- New York State records for genealogy research available to use in the library or remotely
- Genealogy – tracing family histories
- Images of original U.S. census records
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Historic and antique maps
- City directories and illustrations
Nassau County White Pages (1913-1975)
- This database allows the user to search, crop and download pages from the Nassau County White Pages printed from 1913-1975
- List of New York State Newspapers on microfilm compiled by the New York State Library
Health & Medicine
- Provides the ability to search for physicians electronically, based on a combination of criteria, including name, board certified specialty, city or state, etc.
- Indicates whether or not your doctor is board certified, and in what subspecialty
- Search for board certified physicians in a specific geographic location (e.g. Find an allergist in East Meadow, NY)
- Information about the physician’s training, hospital and academic appointments, type of practice, professional memberships, office contact information, etc (when available)
Autoimmune Diseases Handbook & Resource Guide
- Easy-to-understand educational information for patients and their families
- Offers resources on 21 specific types of autoimmune disease, including Celiac, Diabetes Type 1, Endometriosis, Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Lyme Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma, and more
Dementia Handbook & Resource Guide
- A comprehensive resource providing information crucial to sufferers of dementia, their broader support network, caseworkers, social workers, and other health care providers
Diabetes Handbook & Resource Guide
- Easy-to-understand educational information for consumers, patients, and their families, with official guidelines about diabetes management, healthy lifestyles and how to prevent and treat related conditions
Gale OneFile: Health and Medicine
- This multi-source database provides access to the full text of nursing and allied health journals, plus a wide variety of personal health information sources
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Helps answer health questions
- Authoritative information from U.S. National Library of Medicine, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government agencies and health-related organizations
- Includes medical encyclopedias, dictionaries, news and more
New York State Physician Profile
- Here you will find profiles for all licensed doctors of medicine and doctors of osteopathy who are registered to practice medicine in New York State
Nutrition, Obesity & Eating Disorders Handbook & Resource Guide
- This resource combines valuable, easy-to-understand educational information for consumers, patients and their families, with official guidelines about good nutrition, healthy life styles and how to prevent and treat related conditions
Pandemics: The Invisible Enemy
- An encyclopedia covering the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as a historical overview of pandemics from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century
Prescribers Digital Reference (PDR)
- A vital resource for current, trusted and credible drug prescribing information
- Over 18 million citations from MEDLINE and other life science journals for biomedical articles, from 1948-
- Links to full text articles and other related resources
- A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine
Top Doctors – Castle Connolly (In-Library only)
- A directory of physicians nominated by peers as top in their field via a survey of thousands of American doctors each year
- Nominations are screened by the Castle Connolly physician-led research team before inclusion
NOTE: Please contact a Librarian at the Reference Desk for assistance with this resource.
History and Geography
American Government (In-Library)
American Government (Remote access)
- Provides a complete, multi-faceted examination of the foundations of our government and political system that supports any curriculum or research project focused on the government of the United States
American History (In-Library)
American History (Remote access)
- From the explorers of the Americas to the issues of today’s headlines, American History investigates the people, events, and stories of our nation’s evolution
America’s Historical Newspapers
- Explore America’s past through newspapers
- Search by era or area as early as 1690!
- Contains recipes in all course categories for all 50 states and 33 ethnic cuisines
- 2,500+ recipes, 300+ food culture articles, 650+ ingredient articles and much more
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Access to 145,000 maps all over the world. Categories including: Modern Maps, Antique Maps, Maps of Exploration, Geography Games and Video Guides
- Contains traditional food recipes and food culture from over 174 countries of the world
- Contains over 200 world city travel guides which include maps, photos, restaurant and shopping guides as well as general city information
- An encyclopedia with historical coverage of civil disobedience, social justice, nationalism & populism, violent demonstrations and race relations
Daily Life Through History (In-Library)
Daily Life Through History (Remote access)
- Everyday life and social customs throughout world history
- Maps and multimedia
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Biographies in the areas of literature, science, business, entertainment, history, current events and the arts
- Who’s Who, magazine articles, pictures and links to web sites
- Find biographies by name, nationality, occupation and gender
- Provides a complete overview of America’s past and covers the most studied events, decades, conflicts, wars, political and cultural movements, and people
- Includes primary source documents, full-text newspapers and periodicals, and videos and audio files from sources such as The New York Times, National Geographic, and NPR
Gale in Context: World History
- Coverage from the ancient world to today’s headlines
- Includes primary sources, reliable references and multimedia content collected for students and researchers
- Recent New York Times, the New York Post and others
- Regional, local and foreign language newspapers
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Resource for learning about culture, customs, history and language worldwide
- Research issues in international and cross-cultural studies, international business, the social sciences, women’s studies, language studies and study abroad programs
- Features important information on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine throughout world history
- Historic and antique maps
- City directories and illustrations
Modern Genocide: Understanding Causes and Consequences (In-Library)
Modern Genocide: Understanding Causes and Consequences (Remote Access)
- An invaluable online resource that presents comprehensive information and unique insights into modern genocide, focusing on the beginning of the 20th century to the present day
- New York Heritage is a portal for learning more about the people, places and events that contributed to the making of New York State
Pandemics: The Invisible Enemy
- An encyclopedia covering the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as a historical overview of pandemics from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century
Pop Culture Universe (In-Library)
Pop Culture Universe (Remote Access)
- An irresistible yet authoritative digital database on popular culture in America, both past and present—in a package as dynamic as the topic it covers
- Digitized Newsday newspapers covering 1940-1985
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
- New York Times starting in 1851
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
SALEM History – Decades (In-Library)
SALEM History – Decades (Remote access)
- Comprehensive history of the United States and Canada in the twentieth century, divided into decades
- Access electronic versions of the following Salem Press titles: The Fifties in America, The Sixties in America,The Seventies in America, The Eighties in America, and The Nineties in America
- Explores the current events of Ukraine and Russia through a historical lens
US Newsstream (In-Library)
US Newsstream (Remote access)
- Search the most recent global news content – with archives that stretch back into the 1980s
- Over 2,500 news sources including newspapers, newswires, news journals, television and radio transcripts, blogs, podcasts, and digital-only websites in full-text format
- Records the prices of thousands of items purchased from the Civil War to the present, along with facts about investment options and income opportunities
- Using this data, readers will get a sense of how prices changed over time and how those changes compare to the value of the dollar
- Gives readers a broader understanding of life in America through the wallets of real Americans
- Provides basic intelligence on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues for 266 world entities
World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras (In-Library)
World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras (Remote access)
- Covers early human history around the globe—from prehistoric times to the beginnings of the Renaissance
World Religions: Belief, Culture, and Controversy (In-Library)
World Religions: Belief, Culture, and Controversy (In-Library)
- Covers religion around the globe, from pre-history to the present
Homework Help
- Connect one-on-one with a tutor
- Math, science, social studies and english on a K through adult learner level
- Available every day from 2 to 10 p.m.
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Language Instruction
- LOTE4Kids is an online database of children’s picture books in various World Languages to help libraries, schools and healthcare businesses engage culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) families in their communities
- Download the mobile app here
- Mango prepares learners for realistic conversations and communication in over 70 world languages
- Download the mobile app for iOS and Android
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Pronunciator Language Learning
- Learn over 80 languages with explanations available in over 50 languages, for a total of 4,000 available course combinations
- Includes ESL instruction for 50 non-English languages
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Law
- The Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR) provides a way of exploring the Code of Federal Regulations as it exists today and at points in time back to January 2017
- Find free legal aid programs, information and forms for your state or territory
- Free legal services for Nassau and Suffolk County covering a variety of civil (non-criminal) cases
New York State Consolidated Laws
- Here you will find Consolidated Laws, including session laws passed by the state senate and assembly, the Constitution and Court Acts, and organized by subject area into Articles and Sections
- Find the help you need to represent yourself in New York Courts
- Free case information services where you can find future appearance dates for cases in Criminal and Family Courts
- You may also view information on both active and disposed cases in Civil Supreme Court and Local Civil Courts
New York State Governor Executive Orders
- View NYS Governor Executive Orders from present day back to 1970
- Provides legal documents that meet the needs of the everyday citizen
- Easily compose documents in categories like Business, Contracts, Landlord/Tenant disputes, Divorce and more
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Town of Hempstead Codes & Legislation
- A dedicated online platform created specifically to house codified laws and municipal documents
- Provides municipal staff and constituents with unparalleled flexibility to quickly access and search your online Code on a variety of desktop and mobile devices
Literature
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Discover commentary on your favorite works of literature written by the scholars of the day
- Access digitized versions of the latest editions of the following reference works: Contemporary Literary Criticism, Drama Criticism , Nineteenth-Century Literature Criticism, Poetry Criticism, Shakespearean Criticism, Short Story Criticism, and Twentieth-Century Literary Criticism
Gale Literature: Dictionary of Literary Biography
- Profiles of more than 143,000 past and present authors, historians, journalists, screenwriters, publishers, and playwrights
- Biographies discuss the lives and careers of the literary figures profiled, along with the critical response to their works
- Poems, short stories, essays, speeches and plays
- Biographies, summaries, and criticisms
- Search by author, subject, title, date, nationality and gender
Gale Literature Resource Center
- Criticism, biographies and list of works for noted authors
Gale Literature: Twayne’s Author Series
- Critical essays on the works of noted world authors from Ancient Times to present
- Biographies and research topics
- Formerly MagillOnLiterature
- Access to literary reference books and monographs
- Offers poems from hundreds of sources, short stories, classic texts, author interviews
- Includes cover-to-cover, full-text of literary magazines as well as book reviews from the most prestigious publications
- Includes Literary Reference eBook Collection
- LOTE4Kids is an online database of children’s picture books in various World Languages to help libraries, schools and healthcare businesses engage culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) families in their communities
- Download the mobile app here
- Comprehensive gateway to literary criticism from the Modern Language Association (MLA)
- Contains millions of citations from journals & series, as well as book publishers
- Indexed materials coverage is international and includes full-text links
- Includes MLA International Bibliography with Full Text
- What to read next
- Book discussion guides and book-talks
- Series, find similar books, and book reviews
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- What to read next for K-8
- Book discussion guides and teacher resources
- Series, find similar books, and book reviews
Magazines and Journals
- Includes company profiles, industry reports and financial reports, as well as business magazines and newspapers
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Comprehensive list of periodical titles and corresponding databases in which they appear
- Scope limited to EBSCOhost resources
- A source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles from leading journals and reference sources
- A NOVELNY database
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Newspaper and periodical articles of general interest
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Offers elementary children a safe place to find answers to their questions, practice research skills, and explore a broad range of subjects like animals, arts and music, social studies, and more
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Simplifies your search for information by bringing together hundreds of thousands of images, videos, and audio selections into one easy-to-use database
- Explore vetted primary sources, biographies, critical essays, and other materials in many formats — giving you deeper context to high-interest topics
Gale in Context: Middle School
- Contains magazines, newspapers, primary sources and videos for students in grades 6 to 8
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Supports high school curricula and university coursework
- Contains authoritative information for assignments and projects, and provides detailed coverage of popular subjects from obesity to endangered species
Gale OneFile: Educator’s Reference Complete
- Resource for educators and education students
- Provides access to periodicals covering pre-school to college and most educational specialties
- Includes full-text for many titles cited in ERIC
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
JSTOR (In-Library)
JSTOR (Remote Access)
- JSTOR provides access to more than 12 million journal articles, books, images, and primary sources in 75 disciplines
Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts
- Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts (LISTA) indexes more than 560 core journals, nearly 50 priority journals, and nearly 125 selective journals; plus books, research reports and proceedings
- Subject coverage includes librarianship, classification, cataloging, bibliometrics, online information retrieval, information management and more. Coverage in the database extends back as far as the mid-1960s
Long Island Forum Index, 1938-2003
- An electronic version of the printed indexes to the Long Island Forum, published from 1938 to 2004 by the Friends for Long Island’s Heritage
Magazines – Nassau Digital Doorway
- Access a large collection of interactive digital magazines
- Read online using a PC or Mac or on your mobile device using the free Libby app
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Comprehensive gateway to literary criticism from the Modern Language Association (MLA)
- Contains millions of citations from journals & series, as well as book publishers
- Indexed materials coverage is international and includes full-text links
- Includes MLA International Bibliography with Full Text
- A full-text multidisciplinary database covering art, education, social science, the humanities, business, science, current events, and more
- Includes full text from more than 2500 journals
- Search for articles on a broad range of subjects
- Academic and multidisciplinary in scope
- Teacher Reference Center provides indexing and abstracts for 280 of the most popular teacher and administrator journals and magazines to assist professional educators
Newspapers
America’s Historical Newspapers
- Explore America’s past through newspapers
- Search by era or area as early as 1690!
- Newspaper and periodical articles of general interest
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Offers elementary children a safe place to find answers to their questions, practice research skills, and explore a broad range of subjects like animals, arts and music, social studies, and more
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Simplifies your search for information by bringing together hundreds of thousands of images, videos, and audio selections into one easy-to-use database
- Explore vetted primary sources, biographies, critical essays, and other materials in many formats — giving you deeper context to high-interest topics
Gale in Context: Middle School
- Contains magazines, newspapers, primary sources and videos for students in grades 6 to 8
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Recent New York Times, the New York Post and others
- Regional, local and foreign language newspapers
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Find Long Island community information on topics related to business, education, government, people in the news, politics and more
- Coverage includes dozens of New York state sources such as the East Meadow Herald, Bellmore Herald Life, Glen Cove Record Pilot, Gold Coast Gazette, Merrick Herald Life, Nassau Herald and others
Newsday (In-Library)
Newsday (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1985 to present
- Use ProQuest Historical Newsday to access older issues
- Explore New York history through local news, events and people with New York Post Collection
- Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online
- List of New York State Newspapers on microfilm compiled by the New York State Library
New York Times (In-Library)
New York Times (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1980 to present
- Use ProQuest Historical NY Times to access older issues
- Unlimited access to digital New York Times content via the web or the NYT app
- Coverage includes: Book Review, The Learning Network (teaching tools), daily and past obituaries, Coronavirus Coverage, Health, Smarter Living, Wellness, At Home, Daily Newsletters, The Upshot, Business, T Magazine, as well as archive content back to 1851
- Available in three languages: English, Spanish and Chinese
- Digitized Newsday newspapers covering 1940-1985
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
- New York Times starting in 1851
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
- Search for articles on a broad range of subjects
- Academic and multidisciplinary in scope
US Newsstream (In-Library)
US Newsstream (Remote access)
- Search the most recent global news content – with archives that stretch back into the 1980s
- Over 2,500 news sources including newspapers, newswires, news journals, television and radio transcripts, blogs, podcasts, and digital-only websites in full-text format
Wall Street Journal (In-Library)
Wall Street Journal (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1984 to present
Primary Sources
American Government (In-Library)
American Government (Remote access)
- Provides a complete, multi-faceted examination of the foundations of our government and political system that supports any curriculum or research project focused on the government of the United States
American History (In-Library)
American History (Remote access)
- From the explorers of the Americas to the issues of today’s headlines, American History investigates the people, events, and stories of our nation’s evolution
America’s Historical Newspapers
- Explore America’s past through newspapers
- Search by era or area as early as 1690!
- Provides current, comprehensive statistical information and other essential data in one easy-to-use source on the top 100 cities that have been cited as the best for business and living in the United States
- Statistical data covers cost of living, finances, taxes, population, commercial real estate, education, major employers, media, crime, climate, housing vacancies, tax audits, bankruptcy, presidential election results and more
- Includes Encyclopedia Britannica plus Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, magazines and periodicals, and many other research tools
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- A source for all grades (Pre-K-12) and all reading abilities. Available at three levels–elementary, middle, and high
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Daily Life Through History (In-Library)
Daily Life Through History (Remote access)
- Everyday life and social customs throughout world history
- Maps and multimedia
- Newspaper and periodical articles of general interest
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Biographies in the areas of literature, science, business, entertainment, history, current events and the arts
- Who’s Who, magazine articles, pictures and links to web sites
- Find biographies by name, nationality, occupation and gender
- Offers elementary children a safe place to find answers to their questions, practice research skills, and explore a broad range of subjects like animals, arts and music, social studies, and more
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Simplifies your search for information by bringing together hundreds of thousands of images, videos, and audio selections into one easy-to-use database
- Explore vetted primary sources, biographies, critical essays, and other materials in many formats — giving you deeper context to high-interest topics
Gale in Context: Middle School
- Contains magazines, newspapers, primary sources and videos for students in grades 6 to 8
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints
- Viewpoint articles on social issues and current events
- Topic overviews, statistics, primary documents, links to web sites, full-text magazine and newspaper articles
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Provides a complete overview of America’s past and covers the most studied events, decades, conflicts, wars, political and cultural movements, and people
- Includes primary source documents, full-text newspapers and periodicals, and videos and audio files from sources such as The New York Times, National Geographic, and NPR
Gale in Context: World History
- Coverage from the ancient world to today’s headlines
- Includes primary sources, reliable references and multimedia content collected for students and researchers
- Poems, short stories, essays, speeches and plays
- Biographies, summaries, and criticisms
- Search by author, subject, title, date, nationality and gender
- Recent New York Times, the New York Post and others
- Regional, local and foreign language newspapers
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- Historic and antique maps
- City directories and illustrations
- Find Long Island community information on topics related to business, education, government, people in the news, politics and more
- Coverage includes dozens of New York state sources such as the East Meadow Herald, Bellmore Herald Life, Glen Cove Record Pilot, Gold Coast Gazette, Merrick Herald Life, Nassau Herald and others
Newsday (In-Library)
Newsday (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1985 to present
- Use ProQuest Historical Newsday to access older issues
- New York Heritage is a portal for learning more about the people, places and events that contributed to the making of New York State
- Explore New York history through local news, events and people with New York Post Collection
- Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online
New York Times (In-Library)
New York Times (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1980 to present
- Use ProQuest Historical NY Times to access older issues
- Unlimited access to digital New York Times content via the web or the NYT app
- Coverage includes: Book Review, The Learning Network (teaching tools), daily and past obituaries, Coronavirus Coverage, Health, Smarter Living, Wellness, At Home, Daily Newsletters, The Upshot, Business, T Magazine, as well as archive content back to 1851
- Available in three languages: English, Spanish and Chinese
- Coverage of visual arts including paintings, sculpture, architecture, photography, decorative arts, performance arts and multimedias.
- Contains links to international galleries and museums
- Up-to-date music information including biographies
- Covers popular music, opera and jazz
- Links to sound archives and illustrations
Pop Culture Universe (In-Library)
Pop Culture Universe (Remote Access)
- An irresistible yet authoritative digital database on popular culture in America, both past and present—in a package as dynamic as the topic it covers
- Digitized Newsday newspapers covering 1940-1985
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
- New York Times starting in 1851
- See pages and articles as they originally appeared
- Search for articles on a broad range of subjects
- Academic and multidisciplinary in scope
US Newsstream (In-Library)
US Newsstream (Remote access)
- Search the most recent global news content – with archives that stretch back into the 1980s
- Over 2,500 news sources including newspapers, newswires, news journals, television and radio transcripts, blogs, podcasts, and digital-only websites in full-text format
- Records the prices of thousands of items purchased from the Civil War to the present, along with facts about investment options and income opportunities
- Using this data, readers will get a sense of how prices changed over time and how those changes compare to the value of the dollar
- Gives readers a broader understanding of life in America through the wallets of real Americans
- Designed for pre-school and early elementary school students
- Includes narrated stories, interactive games, original videos, and a “my first” encyclopedia
- An encyclopedia and reference center designed for kids
- Thousands of colorful illustrations, diagrams, and maps
- World Book Encyclopedia in Spanish
- Designed for students
- Includes World Book Encyclopedia, biographies, a dictionary, atlases, and more
- Provides basic intelligence on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues for 266 world entities
World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras (In-Library)
World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras (Remote access)
- Covers early human history around the globe—from prehistoric times to the beginnings of the Renaissance
World Religions: Belief, Culture, and Controversy (In-Library)
World Religions: Belief, Culture, and Controversy (In-Library)
- Covers religion around the globe, from pre-history to the present
Wall Street Journal (In-Library)
Wall Street Journal (Remote access)
- Full-text from 1984 to present
Readers Advisory
- Goodreads is the world’s largest site for readers and book recommendations
- Kent District Library What’s Next: Books in Series database helps you search series fiction
- What to read next
- Book discussion guides and book-talks
- Series, find similar books, and book reviews
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Impartial, authoritative guides that help librarians build and maintain well-rounded collections
- This resource includes Fiction and Graphic Novels Core Collection
Recursos en Español
- Britannica Escolar permite que los estudiantes completen sus trabajos escolares usando los más de 15.000 artículos de la enciclopedia y 9.000 elementos multimedia que incluyen imágenes, videos, audio y mapas detallados
- Para estudiantes de primaria o secundaria
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos
- Diseñado para estudiantes
- Contiene los artículos de la Enciclopedia World Book, biografías, un diccionario, un atlas y más
Gale OneFile: Informe Académico
- Descubra una amplia colección de publicaciones que abarcan las disciplinas más estudiadas en América Latina
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
ProCitizen (en Español)
-
- Use esta base de datos para prepararse para las partes de educacion civica, lectura, y escritura del Examen de Naturalizacion de los Estados Unidos. En Español.
- World Book Encyclopedia in Spanish
Science & Technology
Encyclopedia of Climate Change
- Provides comprehensive coverage of global warming and climate change
- Includes 558 essays and extensive back matter written specifically to provide students at high school and undergraduate levels with a comprehensive and convenient source of information on the fundamental science and sociopolitical issues, including the debates and controversies, surrounding climate change
Encyclopedia of Global Warming
- An encyclopedia with extensive coverage on Global Warming
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Supports high school curricula and university coursework
- Contains authoritative information for assignments and projects, and provides detailed coverage of popular subjects from obesity to endangered species
Gale OneFile: Computer Science
- Provides access to business and technical publications in the computer, electronics, and telecommunications industries
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
- GreenFILE offers well-researched information covering all aspects of human impact to the environment. Its collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more
- The database provides indexing and abstracts for more than 1,000,000 records, as well as Open Access full text for more than 15,000 records
Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts
- Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts (LISTA) indexes more than 560 core journals, nearly 50 priority journals, and nearly 125 selective journals; plus books, research reports and proceedings
- Subject coverage includes librarianship, classification, cataloging, bibliometrics, online information retrieval, information management and more. Coverage in the database extends back as far as the mid-1960s
- 16,000+ online courses in popular fields like web design, web development, IT, education/instruction, media production, and business
- Expert instructors with real-world experience
- Watch videos in small, easy-to-manage chunks, and return to the lessons at your convenience
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Sams PhotofactOnline (In-Library only)
- Schematics for over 200,000 models in the consumer electronics market
NOTE: Sams PhotofactOnline is accessible in the library only. Please seek assistance at the Reference Desk.
- Offers a comprehensive overview of a broad range of scientific disciplines
- Topic Centers feature specially selected content on core science disciplines to help students find a starting point for their research
- Includes 10 science eLearning Modules
- Features more than 1,600 science experiments and activities
Statistics
- Provides current, comprehensive statistical information and other essential data in one easy-to-use source on the top 100 cities that have been cited as the best for business and living in the United States
- Statistical data covers cost of living, finances, taxes, population, commercial real estate, education, major employers, media, crime, climate, housing vacancies, tax audits, bankruptcy, presidential election results and more
New York State Education Department Data Site
- This site provides a first step in publicly reporting educational data so all interested parties can be better informed as they work to advance student achievement
Statistical Abstract of the U.S. (In-Library)
Statistical Abstract of the U.S. (Remote access)
- A comprehensive collection of statistics on the social, political, and economic conditions of the United States
- Provides basic intelligence on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues for 266 world entities
Student Resources
- Supports both student research and classroom instruction with rich, reliable content and easy-to-use functionality
- Simplifies your search for information by bringing together hundreds of thousands of images, videos, and audio selections into one easy-to-use database
- Explore vetted primary sources, biographies, critical essays, and other materials in many formats — giving you deeper context to high-interest topics
Gale in Context: Middle School
- Contains magazines, newspapers, primary sources and videos for students in grades 6 to 8
- A NOVELNY database
Provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY is a Statewide Internet Library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society (In-Library)
Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society (Remote Access)
- This database helps students develop an in-depth understanding of how society shapes and is shaped by controversy
- Provides authoritative historical context, expert perspectives, and carefully selected primary and secondary sources on today’s most important issues
JSTOR (In-Library)
JSTOR (Remote Access)
- JSTOR provides access to more than 12 million journal articles, books, images, and primary sources in 75 disciplines
- Connect one-on-one with a tutor
- Math, science, social studies and english on a K through adult learner level
- Available every day from 2 to 10 p.m.
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- What to read next for K-8
- Book discussion guides and teacher resources
- Series, find similar books, and book reviews
PebbleGo (In-Library)
PebbleGo (Remote Access)
- PebbleGo is a curricular content hub specifically designed for K-2 students. Packed with informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy supports for students of all abilities, it boosts engagement and fosters independent learning in core subject areas
PebbleGo Next (In-Library)
PebbleGo Next (Remote Access)
- PebbleGo Next provides a natural next step for 3rd-5th grade students with articles all aligned to state and national standards with a familiar, yet age-appropriate, experience and supports
Scholastic GO! (In-Library)
Scholastic GO! (Remote Access)
- Reliable content on almost every core curricula subject, Scholastic GO! offers endless resources for research in a multitude of media
- Includes dictionaries, videos and newspapers
- Designed for students
- Includes World Book Encyclopedia, biographies, dictionary, atlases, and more
- World Book Encyclopedia in Spanish
Streaming Services
- Hundreds of courses spanning thousands of in-depth video lectures on subjects like Science, Health & Wellness, and much more
*The link for this resource leads you to the Libby App. Sign in with your library card, then scroll down until you see ‘Extras’ displayed on the right-hand side of the screen. Click on The Great Courses Library Collection and follow the prompts to access this resource.
- The hoopla digital collection includes popular entertainment and educational content, such as hit TV series, newly released music, bestselling audiobooks and eBooks, and much more
- Content can be streamed from any computer or mobile device by downloading the hoopla digital app for iOS or Android
- Titles can be borrowed immediately (no reserve lists). Patrons will be limited to a total of 5 checkouts per month. A 7-day Binge Pass is available for certain collections (Curiosity Stream, hellosaurus, magazines, and The Great Courses) and count as one checkout
- A streaming movie service that offers access to pop culture favorites, box office hits, award-winning feature films, documentaries, and shorts
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
*The link for this resource leads you to the Libby App. Sign in with your library card, then scroll down until you see ‘Extras’ displayed on the right-hand side of the screen. Click on IndieFlix and follow the prompts to access this resource.
- Kanopy showcases more than 30,000 titles, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema with collections from Kino Lorber, Music Box Films, Samuel Goldwyn, The Orchard, The Great Courses, PBS and thousands of independent filmmakers
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Access educational and engaging videos for children of all ages
- The world’s largest collection of full-length concerts and music documentaries streamed on-demand
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
*The link for this resource leads you to the Libby App. Sign in with your library card, then scroll down until you see ‘Extras’ displayed on the right-hand side of the screen. Click on Qello Concerts and follow the prompts to access this resource.
Test Preparation
- New York State-specific practice tests: 11 car practice tests, 6 motorcycle practice tests, and 1 CDL practice test
- Online access to NY State DMV Manuals: Driver’s Manual, Motorcycle Manual, and Commercial Driver’s Manual
- A FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions
- Includes skill-building tutorials, test preparation, and career advancement resources enhanced with new educational content, career guidance, and advice from industry experts
- SAT, GRE, GMAT, GED and other educational tests
- Civil Service and Licensing Exams
- Job Search & Workplace Skills, U.S. Citizenship preparation, and more
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Varsity Tutors: Free Practice Tests
- Covers common standardized tests like the ACT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, ISEE, and SSAT
- Thousands of distinct practice tests across 150 subjects, including history, math, foreign languages, and science for all experience levels
Travel
- Contains recipes in all course categories for all 50 states and 33 ethnic cuisines
- 2,500+ recipes, 300+ food culture articles, 650+ ingredient articles and much more
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Contains traditional food recipes and food culture from over 174 countries of the world
- Contains over 200 world city travel guides which include maps, photos, restaurant and shopping guides as well as general city information
- Encyclopedias, specialized reference books and sources
- Once materials only available in the library, are now accessible online 24/7
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Resource for learning about culture, customs, history and language worldwide
- Research issues in international and cross-cultural studies, international business, the social sciences, women’s studies, language studies and study abroad programs
- Mango prepares learners for realistic conversations and communication in over 70 world languages
- Download the mobile app for iOS and Android
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
Pronunciator Language Learning
- Learn over 80 languages with explanations available in over 50 languages, for a total of 4,000 available course combinations
- Includes ESL instruction for 50 non-English languages
- VIEW A VIDEO TUTORIAL
- Provides basic intelligence on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues for 266 world entities
Yearbooks
East Meadow Community Yearbook Database (In-Library only)
- Digitized yearbooks from East Meadow High School (1960 -2018) and W.T. Clarke High School (1959 – 2018)
