GO TO BEANSTACK.
What you can do with it
Log your reading, complete activities, and win prizes while participating in Library programs including Summer Reading, 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, and more!
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| ⬤ | App available, search for "beanstack" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
GO TO CREATIVEBUG.
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Choose from more than 1,000 award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
User Guide
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| ⬤ | App available, search for "creativebug" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
GO TO CULTUREGRAMS.
What you can do with it
Explore cultural information including videos, recipes, customs, and lifestyles from other countries in the world and states in the U.S.
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.
GO TO EXPLORA GENERAL SEARCH.
What you can do with it
Research a topic and access all EBSCO resources available through Lake Forest Library.
eBooks
GO TO INKIE.ORG.
What you can do with it
Inkie.org is a suite of free resources that supports local authors with online creation and publishing tools and allows readers to access locally-produced content.
For authors
- Create an eBook from your manuscript
- Share your eBook through libraries
- Enter your work in the Inkie annual contest
For readers
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GO TO LITERARY REFERENCE CENTER.
What you can do with it
Find thousands of full-text classic novels, short stories and poems, plus summaries, critical essays, literary journals, author interviews and biographies, and over 1 million book reviews and school curriculum support.
GO TO MANGO LANGUAGES.
What you can do with it
Learn a wide variety of languages more effectively through real-life situations and actual conversation.
User Guide
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How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "mango languages" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
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.
GO TO MUZZY LANGUAGES ONLINE.
What you can do with it
Language learning for children. Courses available in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish.
GO TO NEXTREADS.
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Sign up for email reading lists in 20 different subjects and genres. Find your next read.
GO TO NOVELIST K–8 PLUS.
What you can do with it
Find fiction and nonfiction recommendations for grades K–8 based on your interests and preferences.
GO TO NOVELIST PLUS.
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Find fiction and nonfiction recommendations based on your interests and preferences.
User Guide
GO TO OCLC OALSTER.
What you can do with it
Access millions of records from over 2,000 organizations, including books, articles, audio, video, and images.
GO TO WEISS RATINGS.
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Access financial strength ratings for banks, credit unions, and insurance. Get investment ratings for stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs. Also included is the Customized Medicare Supplement Insurance Buyer's Guide.