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Powered by EBSCO Discovery Service, this search system provides full text access to ebooks and ejournals from over 70 databases currently available to Houston Public Library customers. Note: Content is also generally available via the eResources & Articles tab in the Houston Public Library online catalog search results.
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Search all the databases supplied to Houston Public Library by Gale simultaneously or select particular resources to cross search. Includes ebooks, literary research, periodicals, primary sources, and business tools. Search for any term or phrase to find articles from thousands of magazines, journals, newspapers, documents, and ebooks plus videos, images and podcast content.
Houston Chronicle 2017- (digital microfilm) This link opens in a new window
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Searchable recent digital issues of the Houston Chronicle, October 2017-present. Select See Related Sources for recent issues of Houston Community Weeklies (90-day embargo) and the Houston Chronicle Historical Archive (1901-2017).
Houston Chronicle Historical Archive 1901-2017 (digital microfilm) This link opens in a new window
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Searchable digital archive of the Houston Chronicle, from its beginning in 1901 through October 2017.
Journals & Periodicals Full Text Finder This link opens in a new window
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Listing of all journals, magazines and newspapers available in print or in full-text online in the Houston Public Library collection, with links to electronic issues.
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Download or stream e-books, audiobooks, e-magazines, comics, Kanopy videos and a variety of educational tools. Get the Libby app for iOS and Android or use OverDrive or Libby in browser. (*NOTE: The original OverDrive app was discontinued on May 1, 2023, for all users and all devices except Kindle Fire. )
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A vast library of over 16,000 video tutorials in multiple languages covering software, technology, hard and soft business skills and many other topics, all taught by recognized industry experts. LinkedIn Learning for Library provides 24/7 access to online learning to help you achieve personal and professional goals. Use via browser or get the app for iOS or Android mobile devices. (Use Library ID: houstonpubliclibrary if prompted by app.)
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The following databases are newly acquired or being evaluated for a future subscription.New
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Learn to code. Build real world computer coding skills through adventure-filled game-based learning. Programming languages include Python, JavaScript and more. Recommended for grade 3 to adults. Log in through the Houston Public Library website with your library card and PIN each time you play.
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The key to academic success is establishing and maintaining good habits, developing study skills and effectively managing time. This course is designed for all students to help with organizing, planning and executing their academic and extracurricular lives. NOTE: Log into his course for 30 days through the Libby website or app with your HPL library card and PIN. Find it in the Extras section.
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Improve your SAT and ACT scores with Method Learning's prep courses. NOTE: Log in for 30 days through the Libby website or app with your HPL library card and PIN. Find it in Libby's Extras section and follow the checkout instructions.
A safe and secure learning environment for children, designed to promote kindergarten readiness and early literacy. Teachers, parents and caregivers can guide young learners in exploring hundreds of lessons and activities across language and literacy, art, music, math, science, and social studies, Includes downloadable and printable resources for off-line learning. Accessible via laptops, smartphones, iPads, and tablets.
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