Databases
Databases Listed Alphabetically
A to Z Databases
Find information about businesses and people. Includes job search tools such as interview prep, cover letter and resume writing. From askri.org
Biography Reference Center
Full-text biographies search or browse by keyword, subject occupation, nationality, activity, gender, lifespan and more. From askri.org
Consumer Health Complete
Health and wellness journals, magazines, reference books, encyclopedias, pamphlets, images and videos. From askri.org
EBSCOhost
Access to magazines, journals, news sources, primary sources, and a variety of media and diverse subject areas. From askri.org
Flipster
Atlantic, Education Week, National Geographic, New Yorker, Outside, Saber Vivir, Sports Illustrated, and more. Browse magazines by category or search for your favorite. From askri.org
History Reference Center
Books, encyclopedias, articles, historical documents, biographies, photos,maps, and video. From askri.org
InfobaseEbooks
Nonfiction and literary classics ebooks - Browse by subject or search by keyword
Issues and Controversies
Articles from both sides of debatable issues with links to related news stories, primary sources, and outside contacts
LearningExpress Library
Practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, eBooks, and other information to enhance school, work or life proficiencies including materials for the PSAT, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, GMAT, LCAT, MCAT, PCAT, GRE, GED and other tests. From askri.org
Job & Career Accelerator
Explore occupations, search job and internship postings, create resumes and cover letters, practice interviewing skills and more. From askri.org
Mango
Learn more than 70 languages including Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Pirate, German, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, Irish, Italian, English as a Second Language, and more. From askri.org
Points of View
Browse for topic ideas or search for resources that present multiple sides of an issue. Each topic features a Guide to Critical Analysis which helps the reader evaluate the controversy and enhances students’ ability to read critically, develop their own perspective on the issues, and write or debate an effective argument on the topic. From askri.org
Tutor.com
Get LIVE homework help! On-demand academic tutoring, homework help, and test preparation available 7 days a week from 2pm – 10pm. Up late? Access worksheets, lessons, and videos available 24/7. From askri.org
Udemy
Video courses to improve your tech or career skills with topics in business, technology, design, and more. From askri.org. Requires RI Public Library Card.
World Book
Encyclopedic articles with links in each article to primary sources, magazine articles, special reports and websites. From askri.org.