Global Cultures
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A to Z The USA
A large-scale encyclopedia of US state and country information. Topics include history, geography, demographics, education, food and recipes, government, crime, maps, media outlets, symbols, sports, and more.
A to Z World Culture
Information about the culture, language, history, food, religion, and much more, for 175 countries.
A to Z World Maps
Thousands of detailed international maps (countries, regions, states, etc.), as well as topographic maps, climate maps, and more.
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Britannica Library--for Children
Kids' edition of the world's most famous encyclopedia. Includes a world atlas, state profiles, biographies, animal profiles and much more.
Britannica Library--for Young Adults
Young adult edition of the world's most famous encyclopedia. Includes a world atlas, state profiles, biographies, and more, as well as "how-to" guides for research projects, presentations, etc.
Britannica Library--Reference Center
The world's most famous encyclopedia. Includes a world atlas, state profiles, biographies and much more.
Business Source Premier
Articles, market research, industry reports, country reports, company profiles and SWOT analyses.
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Curiosity Stream BingePass (via Hoopla)
Seven days' unlimited web access (no app/Roku/smart TV, etc.) to documentaries and nonfiction series. Watch award-winning original and curated factual films, shows, and series covering science, nature, travel, history, technology, and more.
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Gale eBooks
Formerly Gale Virtual Reference Library
Reference eBooks on biography, business, environment, history, law, literature, medicine, multicultural studies, nations/world, religion, science, social science, and more. See also Access My Library app.
Gale in Context: Global Issues
Covers news, global viewpoints, reference, country information, primary source documents, videos, statistics and more.
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints
Pro/con articles on major issues: gun control, drug legalization, immigration, etc. Especially useful for debate preparation, gaining context for election issues, etc.
Great Courses (via Kanopy)
Binge-watch selected Great Courses on science, history, art, culture and more via Kanopy for 30 days.
Arlington Heights cardholders onlyGreen File
Covers global climate change, green building pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more.
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Kanopy
tream thousands of classic/foreign/independent films, documentaries, and educational videos via your PC or device web browser, up to 10 per month (three-day loan period).
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National Geographic
Full-text issues of National Geographic (1880-present) and National Geographic Traveler (2010-present). Hundreds of maps, videos and images.
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PebbleGo
Simple articles for young readers. Special sections on Animals, Biography, Science and Social Studies.
Points of View Reference Center
NEW: Provides rich pro/con content to help assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.