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Academic Search Premier (EBSCOhost)
Get smart! Thousands of scholarly journal articles are at your fingertips! Whether you’re doing research for school, work or your own pleasure, you’ll find top–notch current information on a variety of topics. For teens and adults. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Accessible Archives – American County Histories .
Learn more about local history and genealogy with full text 19th century histories from New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and New York. Includes A History Of Monmouth And Ocean Counties: Embracing A Genealogical Record Of Earliest Settlers In Monmouth and Ocean Counties And Their Descendants, The Indians: Their Language, Manners And Customs by Edwin Salter, published in 1890 and History Of Monmouth County, New Jersey by Franklin Ellis published in 1885. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Accessible Archives – 18th and 19th Century Newspapers and Magazines
Full text access to a collection of 18th and 19th century newspapers including The Liberator (1831-1865), Godey`s Lady`s Book (1830-1885), The Pennsylvania Gazette (1728-1800), and The New York Herald (1860 – 1865) Explore primary newspaper sources covering the American Revolution, the Civil War and more. The Civil War collection includes eyewitness accounts, official battle reports and general coverage of America during the Civil War from arts and leisure, sports and social life. The African American newspaper collection includes major African-American newspapers published in the United States during the 19th century. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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African-American History Online (Facts on File Online)
Explore more than 500 years of the African-American experience. Browse by topic or timeline. Contains articles, essays, biographies, images, primary sources and timelines. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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America's News Magazines
Save money on magazine subscriptions with online access to familiar news and entertainment magazines such as Newsweek, Money, Sports Illustrated, Parenting, Real Simple, Entertainment Weekly, Essence, Popular Science, and more. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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America's Newspapers
Trying to find an article you read or heard about a while ago? Find back issues of national and local newspapers including the Asbury Park Press (January 1999 - June 19, 2009 only), and the Press of Atlantic City. The Asbury Park Press, the Ocean County Observer and other Gannett papers will be removed from this database by the publisher shortly. The library is in negotiations to resume access to the Asbury Park Press with the new vendor chosen by Gannett. Please contact your library for more information. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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America's Obituaries
Find obituaries and death notices from over 600 U.S. newspapers (coverage varies depending on the newspaper). This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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American History Online (Facts on File Online)
Here’s an electronic library of 500 years of American history that’s open 24/7. Contains essays, articles, biographies, timelines, graphs, images, primary sources and charts. Locate copies of the Stamp Act, the Declaration of Independence, the Roe v. Wade decision and the Patriot Act. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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American Indian History Online (Facts on File Online)
Imagine—15,000 years of American Indian history are crammed into one resource! Search by tribe, by cultural area, or by time period. Includes biographies, timelines, images, maps, charts, primary sources and traditional stories and legends. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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American Women’s History Online (Facts on File Online)
Ever wonder where Rosie the Riveter got her name? Need a biography on eBay CEO Meg Whitman? Want to browse through a timeline on reproductive rights? This interactive resource provides a comprehensive overview on the history of women in America. Contains biographies, timelines, articles, speeches and images. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Ancestry Library Edition Only available inside any library branch.
Discover your family roots! This genealogical database contains records galore-- census, U.S. military, immigration, passenger lists, newspapers, court & land records, maps & forms, as well as birth, marriage & death records.This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Ancient and Medieval History Online (Facts on File Online)
Explore eight of the world’s greatest civilizations! Get a biography of Alexander the Great or a copy of the Coffin Text from Ancient Egypt. Includes biographies, articles, timelines, myths, and maps. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Antiques Reference (p4a = prices for antiques)
Do you watch Antiques Roadshow or troll the flea markets looking for unique collectibles? Have you explored your attic, closet or garage for family heirlooms? Find the value of Grandma’s glassware and Uncle Don’s duck decoys with this amazing resource! This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library |
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Asbury Park Press - fulltext 1999 - current
Search the articles published in the Asbury Park Press from January 1999 to date. Articles are fulltext. For access at home be sure to click on the link to the right. Articles can be emailed, issues can be browsed by date and RSS feeds can be created among many features. |
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AtoZ Maps Online
Finding good quality maps on the Internet can be difficult. AtoZ Maps gives you high quality political maps, physical maps, all of the USGS topographic maps, thematic maps, climate change maps, environment maps, historic maps, hurricane maps, earthquake maps, volcano maps, fire maps, animal and plant species distribution maps, current event maps, GIS data, geology maps, topographic maps, and outline maps. These maps are easily saved or printed. This database also includes 2,700 flag images, 300 geography crossword puzzles, 267 geography lesson plans, 30 interactive geography games quizzes and other learning tools for teachers and homeschoolers. For remote access use the library barcode box on their homepage to log in not the username or password boxes. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Biography Collection Complete (EBSCOhost)
A comprehensive collection of biographies featuring prominent people from all walks of life including history, science, the arts, music, literature, multicultural and gender studies, business, government and politics, sports, and entertainment.Provided by the New Jersey State Library |
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Biography Resource Center
Looking for fast facts on someone famous? From William Shakespeare to William Shatner, Marie Antoinette to Marie Curie…Biography Resource Center is your one-stop source for information about people throughout history and today. Need help? Read the quickstart guide. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Black Americans Reference Library
Learn about the Black American experience. Gale’s collection of reference books covers everything from the daily life of the slave, to literature to the pioneers who have broken the color barrier. It’s all here on your online library. |
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Bloom’s Literary Reference Online (Facts on File Online)
Find an article on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes, J.K. Rowling and Harry Potter, Lewis Carroll and Alice. Read all about literary movements, authors and their beloved characters in this well-respected literary database. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Books and Authors
Wondering, "what do I read next? Want to keep track of books you’ve read? Books & Authors covers fiction in many genres and nonfiction too. Keep a list of what you read along with your comments about each book on My Reading Room. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Business and Company Resource Center
A great place to begin business research! Includes industry overviews, company histories, business periodicals, investment reports, corporate chronologies, financial analysis, company rankings, and much more. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Business Source Elite (EBSCOhost)
A powerful business resource with thousands of publications, including full-text trade magazines and peer-reviewed publications. Some information dates back to 1985, and new articles are added daily. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Business Source Premier (EBSCOhost)
Business Source Premier is the industry’s most used business research database, providing full text for more than 2,300 journals, including full text for more than 1,100 peer-reviewed titles. Business Source Premier has full text coverage in all disciplines of business, including marketing, management, MIS, POM, accounting, finance and economics. This database is updated daily on EBSCOhost. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Career Library
Have to write a resume? Free career and skill assessments, information on colleges and careers are just part of what available to you 24/7 in this resource. The free and very easy resume maker is listed on the main menu on the left hand side of the page as “Create a resume.” Just copy and paste the resume you create into Microsoft Word to save or print. . This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Chilton Library
Does your car need some TLC? Chilton's database provides detailed information for do-it-yourselfers and auto mechanics. You'll find wiring diagrams, recall notices, bulletins, maintenance and repair specs and more. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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CultureGrams
CultureGrams™ has something for students and travelers alike. Find statistics and descriptions of countries and U.S. states. Check out the photo gallery, maps, flags, national anthems, recipe collections and mini-biographies of a country’s famous people. To access from home, enter the term ocl for both the user-id and the password. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Curriculum Resource Center (Facts on File Online)
Great resource for middle school, high school and junior college teachers. Contains printable handout material on various curriculum subject areas. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Curriculum Resource Center: Junior Edition (Facts on File Online)
Attention teachers, here’s a resource to help you provide creative handouts for your elementary school students. Includes science experiments, history lessons, and snapshots of important people. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Custom Newspapers
Search The New York Times, The Star Ledger, plus dozens of other American and foreign newspapers including the Record (Bergen), Los Angeles Times, The Times of London, International Herald Tribune and papers from Mexico, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Korea, the Philippines and Hong Kong. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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EBSCO Animals (EBSCOhost)
Can’t tell an alligator from a crocodile? Find out more on all things related to the animal kingdom, including their nature and habitat. Fun for all ages. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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EBSCOhost
If you want to search more than one EBSCHOhost database at once, click on this link to see the entire group of databases. They cover a broad spectrum of topics. Some are designed specifically for children, teens, students or professionals. Search multiple databases by selecting the box next to each listing. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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EBSCOhost: en Español
EBSCOhost es una colección de bases de datos, la cual contiene una variedad amplia de artículos de revistas y diarios en información general, negocios, y asuntos de la salud. También tiene productos diseñado específicamente para los niños y los adolescentes. Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Nueva Jersey. |
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Enciclopedia Estudiantil: World Book Online en Español
Enciclopedia en Español.Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Ocean County. |
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ERIC (EBSCOhost)
Great resource for teachers and those interested in education. The Educational Resource Information Center (ERIC) contains scholarly articles, citations and abstracts from thousands of journals related to this exciting field. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Facts on File Online
Search across multiple history databases within Facts on File Online in an instant. Subject choices include: American History, American Indian History, American Women's History, Modern World History, Ancient and Medieval History and African-American History. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (Facts on File Online)
Not sure what to do with your life? You can now explore thousands of careers, browse scholarships, get advice about applying for jobs, learn how to write the perfect resume and get tips on how to ace an interview, all in one place! This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Foundation Directory Online Professional Available at the Toms River, Brick, Lacey, Lakewood, Jackson, Point Pleasant Boro, and Stafford branches.
Does your organization need funding? Research corporate donors, grant making institutions, foundations and public charities. It also provides access to Philanthropy News Digest, new requests for proposals (RFPs), and job listings in the philanthropic field. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia (EBSCOhost)
Have a general question? "Look that up in your Funk and Wagnalls!" This encyclopedia provides extensive coverage on a variety of subjects, including images and biographies. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Gale Business Plans
A collection of volumes containing hundreds of actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses in North America. Plans are from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries, with company names and addresses changed. Also includes a business plan template, two fictional business plans, a listing of organizations, agencies, and consultants; a glossary; and an updated bibliography. |
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Gale Virtual Reference Library
Imagine a comprehensive reference library right at your fingertips; it’s all here- encyclopedias, almanacs and reference books on a wide variety of topics including movie reviews, college scholarships, the Vietnam War, Catholicism, endangered species and small business information. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Gale Virtual Reference Library: en Español
Gale Virtual Reference Library es una base de datos de enciclopedias, almanaques y recursos de referencia especiales para investigaciones multidisciplinarias. Instrucciones Especiales Para Obtener Materiales en Español: Seleccioné "preferences" > seleccioné "Spanish" >haga clic en "apply preferences" > haga clic en "OK" > haga clic en "basic" para una busquea básica o "advanced search" para una busquea mas avanzada. Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Ocean County. |
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Global Road Warrior
Don’t plan a trip abroad without using this! Business travelers, students and tourists need this information on customs, money, etiquette, visas, immunizations, airports, electronics, holidays, maps, climate, holidays and more on 175 countries. The newest added category is country specific information on food including recipes. For remote access use the library barcode box on their homepage to log in not the username or password boxes. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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GreenFile (EBSCOhost)
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 384,000 records, as well as Open Access full text for more than 4,700 records. Provided by the New Jersey State Library
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Health Reference Center (Facts on File Online)
Do you need clear, reliable and comprehensive information on conditions, diseases, mental health and wellness issues? The Health Reference Center is your premier source for all health related matters. It also describes a number of testing procedures and has an extensive further reading list on numerous subjects. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Health Source: Consumer Edition (EBSCOhost)
Turn here for information on a variety of health topics, including specific diseases, conditions and lifestyle issues. You’ll find pamphlets, excerpts from health reference books, and articles from popular magazines such as Fit Pregnancy, Men's Health, Muscle & Fitness, Prevention, and Vegetarian Times. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition (EBSCOhost)
Updated biweekly this resource is geared towards nurses and medical professionals. Contains citations and articles from nursing journals dating to 1975, as well as current, concise and clinically relevant drug monographs. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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HeritageQuest
Shake up that family tree and delve into the past! HeritageQuest is an extensive collection of resource materials for tracing family history. It includes federal census records, PERSI -an index to genealogy and local history periodical articles, a local history book collection, Freedman’s Bank records and Revolutionary War records. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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History Reference Center (EBSCOhost)
From Mayan civilization to the dawn of the new millennium, this resource covers all aspects of history. Includes books, magazines, historical documents, biographies, maps, videos and photos. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Informe
Informe es una base de datos electronica en español que se puede usar a todas horas de cualquier computadora que tenga acceso a la red mundial. La base de datos continene una colleccion extensiva de articulos y reportajes de periodicos y revistas, excerptos de libros, y algunos mapas. Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Nueva Jersey.
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Kids Search (EBSCOhost)
Kids Search makes it easy for students to search by keyword or by topic to find the most useful search results. Results can be easily sorted by source type - -magazines, reference books, photos, flags, etc. Provided by the New Jersey State Library.
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Learning Express Library
Do you suffer from test anxiety? We can help! Learning Express Library allows you to practice taking sample tests online at any time in a variety of subject matters, for a number of grade levels and professions. Instant online scoring and analysis will allow you to feel more confident and prepared. Click on "New User" and enter your library barcode in the Username field. Choose a password. Verify password. Returning users login with their barcode and existing password.This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Learning Express Library / Writing Improvement: en Español
ESL - Clases de Ingles como segunda lengua. Instrucciones Especiales Para Obtener Materiales en Español: Seleccioné un curso en la lista de "Skills Improvement with Spanish Instructions" > Seleccioné "practice now" > Seleccioné "start" > Seleccioné "start course". Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Ocean County. |
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Legal Forms by Thomson Gale
Thomson Gale Legal Forms includes a wide selection of New Jersey business, personal and litigation. Selected federal forms are also included. Some of the more popular legal forms in this database include: real estate contracts, wills, power of attorney, landlord/tenant, divorce, automobile bill of sale and bankruptcy. The forms can be downloaded in Word or saved in several other formats. They can be modified with your specific information, saved or emailed. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Library Catalog
Search the library catalog by selecting your desired index, enter the start of your search term and select the 'go' button. |
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Library, Information Science and Technology Abstracts (EBSCOhost)
Think it only takes the ability to “shush” to be a librarian? Well, think again. This resource covers all aspects related to librarianship. It indexes periodicals, books, research reports and proceedings as far back as the mid-1960s. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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ListenNJ
Even when the library is closed, you can still find and enjoy your favorite books. Free downloads of audio books to your personal PC, laptop or audioplayer are now available 24/7. Use this link to check whether your device is supported and which format to download. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library.
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ListenNJ: en Español
Aun cuando la biblioteca esta serrada, puedes buscar y disfrutar tus libros favoritos. Audio libros descargable y gratis están disponible para usarlos en tu computadora o reproductor de audio 24 horas los siete días de la semana. Use este vínculo para comprobar si su aparato es compatible y para descargar el programa necesario.
Instrucciones Especiales Para Obtener Materiales en Español: Seleccioné "advance search" que está en la parte derecha de la pagina. En el menú, seleccione el lenguaje (language) "Spanish". Haga clic en "Search" - se abrirá una lista de libros en Español. Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Ocean County. |
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Literary Reference Center (EBSCOhost)
Need a criticism of Pride and Prejudice? Or an article on Harper Lee? And what exactly was Mrs. Warren’s Profession? Find info about authors and their work with this comprehensive literary database. Includes a far-reaching collection of literary journals, major literary encyclopedias, books, monographs, and sources not available anywhere else. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Literature Resource Center
Extremely useful and easy to navigate, LRC is your one-stop source for all things related to authors and their works. It provides criticisms, work overviews, articles, bibliographies, author timelines, biographies, topical essays and literary term definitions. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Literature Resources for Students
Reference works written specifically for high school students, Literature for Students is a compilation of digitized books from Gale Virtual Reference Library—with criticisms, information about novels, short stories, drama, Shakespeare and more—available free at home or in the library. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Mango Languages
Mango Complete offers in-depth courses in Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Greek, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, English for Spanish speakers, English for Polish speakers and English for Brazilian Portuguese speakers. Mango Basic offers short courses in the languages listed above as well asArabic (Leventine), Dari, Farsi, Pashto, Urdu, Turkish, Hebrew, Korean,Vietnamese, Thai, Tagalog, Hindi, Irish. English as a Second Language (ESL) courses in ESL French, ESL Italian, ESL German, ESL Russian, ESL Mandarin Chinese, ESL Cantonese Chinese & ESL Japanese. Your computer must have Adobe Flash 9 for Mango Complete & Adobe Flash 10 for Mango Basic.
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MAS Ultra - School Edition (EBSCOhost)
For high school students, this is a great place to begin your research. Find articles from popular magazines, encyclopedias, primary sources, books, as well as biographies. There’s even an image collection of thousands of photos, maps and flags. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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MasterFile Premier (EBSCOhost)
If you don’t know where to go to begin your research, try this resource. It contains articles from thousands of magazines and covers a broad range of topics. You can also find issues of popular magazines like Consumer Reports, People, Martha Stewart Living or Sports Illustrated. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Middle Search Plus (EBSCOhost)
Attention middle and junior high school students. Need some help with that homework? Here’s a great place to find some answers. This database has magazine articles, biographies and primary source documents for all your assignments and reports. There’s also a collection of photos, maps and flags. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Modern World History Online (Facts on File Online)
Get the real story on Che and Castro, Mozart and Mao, plagues and peace treaties. The people, places, and events from the mid-15th century to the present are all covered here. Biographies, timelines, maps and charts, pictures and primary sources will allow you to research a particular occurrence or individual in greater depth than you ever thought possible. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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NetLibrary
NetLibrary allows you to check out books online 24/7! It is a vast collection of thousands of digital books and journals. In order to use it, you must first set up an account at any of our 21 locations. Once you have established an account at OCL, you can then search by keyword, author, title, subject or any word that appears within the book! This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library.
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NetLibrary: en Español
Base de Libros Electrónicos. Instrucciones Especiales Para Obtener Materiales en Español: Seleccioné "Español" en la sección "select your interface language". Para ver una lista de todos los libros en Español, seleccioné "list all resources" y seleccioné "Spanish" en "Limit by". Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Ocean County. |
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Newspaper Source (EBSCOhost)
Extra! Extra! Get your newspapers here! This resource includes articles from major U.S. and international newspapers, regional papers, transcripts of radio and television shows. You can find the Wall Street Journal here. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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NoveList K-8 Plus
Connect kids with books they'll love! NoveList K-8 Plus allows you to discover the fiction and nonfiction titles that are popular with young readers as well as titles to use in your classroom. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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NoveList Plus
Is there life after Harry Potter? Find a new favorite author or series with recommendations based on your preferences, using features such as Author Read-Alikes, Book Discussion Guides, Book Lists, Describe a Plot, Explore Fiction, and Find Similar Books. Novelist Plus now includes nonfiction! Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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OneSource
Investors and business professionals: OneSource has detailed profiles of all publicly-traded US and virtually all private and public international companies. Includes in-depth data for more than 100 major industries. There’s a wealth of information on public US companies including stock analyst reports, news sources, SWOT analysis, competitors analysis and latest news. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Online Book Clubs - Dear Reader
Like to sample before you commit to a book? This service emails a 5-minute portion of a book each day. Read 2-3 chapters during the week and decide if you want to check the book out of the library. Every Monday we start new books. You choose which club to join from Fiction, Non-Fiction, Teen, Business, Romance, Good News, Science Fiction, Mystery, Horror, Audio, and Pre-Publication. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Points of View Reference Center
An excellent resource for students writing position papers and anyone looking to see all sides of an argument. In depth coverage of controversial topics includes an overview, point (affirmative argument) and counterpoint (opposing argument). Hone your debating and critical thinking skills as you explore topics including the separation of church and state, standardized testing and stem cell research.Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Primary Search (EBSCOhost)
Hey kids, this database was created just for you. Here’s a collection of over 70 popular magazines for elementary school students. It’s a great place to research your reports and find answers to those hard homework questions. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Professional Development Collection (EBSCOhost)
Designed specifically for the professional educator, this database has it all- education journals, including peer-reviewed titles, and hundreds of educational reports. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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RealQuest Only available in the Toms River and Brick branches. It may be searched only through library staff.
Nosy neighbors and realtors turn here for the scoop on Ocean County properties. The library staff can help you find the assessed values, recent and prior sales of homes in your neighborhood, as well as property characteristics, street and aerial maps. RealQuest is available only in the Toms River and Brick branches. See library staff members who can search on your behalf. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library.
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Reference USA
Need a phone number or address for a long lost friend in Arizona, a doctor in Alaska or a list of shoe manufacturers in Kansas? Reference USA can help. It is a collection of residential, business, and health directories for the U.S. and Canada that can be searched in a variety of ways. Provided by the New Jersey State Library, except OneSource, which is provided by the Ocean County Library. |
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Regional Business News (EBSCOhost)
From Moscow to Montana, find out what the regional papers are saying about local businesses and industry trends. Includes some NJ regional business papers. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Salud en Español
Salud en Español provee reportes completos basados en evidencias y fichas de datos relacionados a todos los aspectos de la salud y el bienestar. Reportes específicos por tema que cubren todos los aspectos de la salud, dan información general importante en relación a enfermedades, afecciones y procedimientos de diversos tratamientos. Esta base de dates es proporcionada con financiación de la Biblioteca de Nueva Jersey. |
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Science Online (Facts on File Online)
Do you have a chemistry assignment that seems incomprehensible? Or a science fair project deadline looming? Science Online can help! It presents a broad range of scientific disciplines, from forensics to astronomy, through extensive definitions, essays, diagrams, biographies and experiments. Suffer no more, use Science Online to help you make sense of the natural world. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Science Reference Center (EBSCOhost)
Need to know the lifespan of an amoeba or the definition of dark matter? This database covers a broad range of scientific topics from bacteria to the Big Bang. Contains articles from scientific journals, periodicals, encyclopedias, and reference books. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Small Engine Repair Reference Center
This is the place for information on marine engines and much more. Imagine having access to small engine repair manuals 24/7 that never have missing pages! Besides marine engines, Small Engine Repair Reference Center includes: ATVs, lawnmowers, generators, motorcycles, outdoor power equipment like chainsaws and leaf blowers, personal watercraft/jet skis, snowblowers, snowmobiles, tillers, and more. This comprehensive resource contains more than 400 reference books in full text with original photos and illustrations that guide the user through every job. It covers routine maintenance, such as tune-ups and brake service, as well as extensive repairs involving engine and transmission disassembly. For some makes and models like Evinrude /Johnson, there is information on engines more than 40 years old! This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library.
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Standard & Poor's NetAdvantage
Navigate the business and financial world with Standard and Poor’s. Find independent research, data and commentary on stocks, bonds, funds and industries. Regular features and commentary include Today’s Market, Market News, Bonds, Economy, Investment Ideas, Industries, and Funds. To access from home, enter 'ocean' in lower case in the user name field, and use your library barcode for the password. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Student Research Center
Need homework help? This research tool is designed especially for students in grades 6-12. Students can search for magazine, newspaper and encyclopedia articles, biographies, country and state information, photographs, videos and more – all through one simple interface. Searches can be limited to a particular student’s reading level. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Teen Health and Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers
Information and Advice about Teen Health from the experts. Quizzes, Polls, Links, Stories and national 24-hour hotlines for teens in crisis. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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Tell Me More
Learn a language with Tell Me More by Auralog. The languages available are Dutch, English (ESL), French, German, Italian, and Spanish (both Castilian and Latin American). To use this program, you’ll need Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer with the pop-up blocker disabled. Recommended for ages 16 and up. Before you create an account, sample Tell Me More here. If you want to create an account and access Tell Me More, register by creating a user name, password, and download Tell Me More components.
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Today's Science
Today’s Science explains important developments in biology, chemistry, the environment, space, physics, and technology putting the latest science news in context. Includes multiple tools for students including a Science Fair Guide, Science Encyclopedia and guide to research topics. Great tools for teachers include National Science Education Standards, Curriculum based activities and assignments, and other supplements for classroom use. A Facts on File news service. This database is provided with funding from the Ocean County Library.
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TOPICsearch (EBSCOhost)
Abortion. Immigration. Global Warming. Delve into controversial contemporary issues with this comprehensive resource. Easy-to-use drop down menus make this a great database for students. Contains articles from thousands of diverse sources, and covers political, scientific, economic, and social topics. Provided by the New Jersey State Library. |
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Tumblebooks - animated picturebooks and more!
TumbleBookLibrary is a collection of TumbleBooks (animated, talking picture books). There are also puzzles and games, children's classics in read-along format, and some titles in Spanish and French. The picture books are perfect for preschoolers and their parents but some materials are for ages up to 12. E-books for e-kids! |
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Westlaw Only available at the Toms River, Brick and Lakewood branches through designated Legal Research computers.
Westlaw provides access to the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, New Jersey court cases from 1790 to present, the New Jersey Administrative Code and New Jersey Register. It also includes text of federal laws including the United States Code Annotated, as well as U.S. Supreme Court, federal district and 3rd Circuit Court case decisions. If you are looking for a legal form you can use New Jersey Practice, New Jersey Pleading and Practice, and New Jersey Forms Legal and Business. Available at the Toms River, Brick and Lakewood branches through designated Legal Research computers. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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World Atlas (Facts on File Online)
See the earth differently through World Atlas. It combines detailed, printable, full-color maps of countries, provinces, and states with up-to-date statistical and local information, which allows you to rank and compare states and countries in a variety of categories including population and income. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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World Book Online
The world awaits! Don’t have the space or cash for an encyclopedia set? You do now! World Book provides encyclopedia entries on a variety of subjects, as well as pictures, maps, videos, animations, sounds, and 3-D bubble views. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
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WorldCat
Can't find what you're looking for in our Library Catalog? Search the catalogs of libraries all around the country and the world. |
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Writing Improvement Program
Get to the point! Sharpen your writing skills with practice essays and exams featuring instant feedback. Suitable for all ages. Click on "New User" and enter your library barcode in the Username field. Choose a password. Verify password. Returning users login with their barcode and existing password. Writing Improvement is at the bottom of the page on the right side. This database is provided through funding from the Ocean County Library. |
