GO TO ANCESTRY for in-library use only.
What you can do with it
Search family histories using census, marriage, birth, death, and military records from North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and more. International records continue to grow.
User Guide
GO TO CHICAGO DAILY NEWS HISTORICAL ARCHIVE.
What you can do with it
Search full-text articles on local news, issues, events, and people from archived issues of Chicago Daily News.
FOR INSIDE THE LIBRARY GO HERE.
FOR OUTSIDE THE LIBRARY GO HERE.
What you can do with it
Explore full text articles (excluding images) from 1985 to the present. For historical articles from 1849–1989, visit the the Historical Chicago Tribune database.
GO TO CITY LASERFICHE.
What you can do with it
Access thousands of pages of historical City of Lake Forest public documents including agendas, minutes, ordinances, and resolutions.
How to access
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GO TO ALL COLLECTIONS: EBSCO EBOOKS FOR STUDENTS, EDUCATORS, & LIBRARIANS. Or pick a specific collection below.
What you can do with it
Access eBooks to read in your browser for research and enjoyment.
Pick your collection
Support quality learning experiences for elementary school students across all subject areas.
K–5 COLLECTION
Support quality learning experiences for middle school students across all subject areas.
6–8 COLLECTION
Build strong Pre-K through 8th grade literacy skills through award-winning, short-form fiction and nonfiction titles.
CRICKET MEDIA COLLECTION
Support quality learning experiences for high school students with access to popular eBooks including a selection of classic literary works, important historical documents, and general reference materials.
HIGH SCHOOL COLLECTION
Browse popular high school magazines and reference books on subjects including art, history, sports, and music, as well as more than 1,000,000 photos, maps, and flags.
MAS COMPLETE
Enrich high school research with a rich selection of titles covering a broad range of subjects including biography, careers, language arts, literature, government, math, science, current events, and social-emotional health.
MAS REFERENCE EBOOKS
Browse thousands of books covering core subject areas.
BOOK COLLECTION: NONFICTION
Access high-quality reference eBooks for all ages covering topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and cooking
PUBLIC LIBRARY COLLECTION
Access journals and periodicals that help librarians and researchers keep pace with the latest trends in the field.
LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE SOURCE
Access specialized information for librarians, teachers, and education researchers.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COLLECTION
GO TO ETHNIC DIVERSITY SOURCE.
What you can do with it
Research and explore the culture, traditions, social treatment, and lived experiences of ethnic groups in America using full text from peer-reviewed journals, magazines, Associated Press videos, biographies, speeches, interviews, and letters. Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of high-quality eBooks on the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
You can also search DIVERSITY & ETHNIC STUDIES EBOOKS.
GO TO EXPLORA GENERAL SEARCH.
What you can do with it
Simultaneously search a topic across any combination of EBSCO databases available through Lake Forest Library.
GO TO FOLD 3.
What you can do with it
Explore military records (from the U.S. National Archives, The National Archives of the U.K. and other international sources) including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served.
GO TO: HEINONLINE: SOCIAL JUSTICE SUITE for in-library use only
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH IT
This collection of databases provides information about social justice movements throughout history, including the fight for civil rights and racial justice.
Databases included: Civil Rights and Social Justice, Gun Regulation and Legislation in America, LGBTQ+Rights, Open Society Justice Initiative, Slavery in America and the World
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GO TO HERITAGE QUEST.
What you can do with it
Search this genealogical database for census, military, and immigration records, in addition to city directories, agricultural and industrial schedules, and more .
User Guide
GO TO HISTORY REFERENCE CENTER.
What you can do with it
Explore topics in U.S. and world history from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century using this research database containing full-text journals, magazines, reference books, and thousands of primary source documents. Includes support for Google Drive and Classroom, text-to-speech, a citation tool, personal folders for saving and sharing, and more.
User Guide
You can also search HISTORY REFERENCE EBOOKS.
GO TO ILLINOIS DIGITAL ARCHIVES.
Access the Lake Forest Library Collection.
What you can do with it
Read historical articles and view photographs related to Lake Forest.
User Guide
GO TO LAKE FORESTER.
What you can do with it
Search the Lake Forester from 1995 to present. For earlier content, use the Historical Lake Forester database.
GO TO HISTORICAL LAKE FORESTER.
What you can do with it
Search and read issues of the Lake Forester from 1899–1948.
This resource is provided with support from the Friends of Lake Forest Library.
GO TO LGBTQ+ SOURCE.
What you can do with it
Access scholarly and popular LGBTQ+ publications in full text, plus historically important primary sources including monographs, magazines, newspapers, and videos, as well as a specialized LGBTQ+ thesaurus containing thousands of terms.
GO TO MIDDLE SEARCH PLUS.
What you can do with it
Access popular middle school magazines, reference eBooks, and thousands of primary source documents and videos on subjects including history, current events, science, and sports. Publications include Cobblestone, Ranger Rick, Scholastic Science World, Time for Kids, US News and World Report, and more. Compatible with Lexiles reading measures.
You can also search MIDDLE SEARCH REFERENCE EBOOKS.