Databases & Directories

Covering more than 500 years of the African-American experience, this resource offers a fresh way to explore the full spectrum of African-American history and culture. Users can start their investigation of a topic with a video or slideshow overview, use the key content called out on the home page to find an entryway into the database, or dig deep into a subject or era through the Topic Centers. Read about key figures and events, examine famous speeches and other primary sources, and get context from the in-depth timelines. An important feature is the full cross-searchability across all the Infobase history databases for an even more comprehensive view of history.Powered by Infobase.

American History is a comprehensive resource that spans our nation’s history, with a user-friendly interface and award-winning content. The home page offers many ways to begin exploring the material, from the videos, slideshow overviews, and Topic Centers to the lists of key content handpicked by our editors to help users find a starting point for their research. By providing the most comprehensive range of information in one complete resource—subject entries, biographies, primary sources, videos and slideshows, images, timelines, and maps and graphs, plus full cross-searchability across all the Infobase history databases—American History offers a virtual library of American history for educators, students, and researchers. Powered by Infobase.

American Indian History offers access to more than 15,000 years of culture and history, covering more than 600 Native American groups, through tablet/mobile-friendly videos and slideshows, images, biographies of key people, event and topic entries, primary sources, maps and graphs, and timelines. With a user-friendly interface, this award-winning database allows for an interactive, multifaceted look at the Indigenous peoples of the Americas. An important feature is full cross-searchability across all the Infobase history databases for an even more comprehensive view of history. Powered by Infobase.

Discover your family's story with one of the most popular online genealogy research sources. Update your family tree or learn more about your background through Census data, vital records, immigration records, family histories, military records, court and legal documents, directories, photos, maps, and more.

Ancient and Medieval History provides thorough coverage of world history from prehistory through the mid-1500s, with special Topic Centers on key eras, civilizations, and regions, including the ancient Near East, Egypt, Greece, and Rome; ancient and medieval Africa, Asia, and the Americas; medieval Europe and the Islamic World; and much more. Each civilization’s history is brought to life through tablet/mobile-friendly videos and slideshows, primary sources, maps and graphs, timelines, suggested readings, and suggested search terms. Powered by Infobase.

Based on the work of and canon established by Harold Bloom, the award-winning literary critic and Yale University professor, Bloom’s Literature includes critical material on thousands of writers and their works, plus thought-provoking essays, print and audio author interviews, timelines, synopses, and companion videos. Powered by Infobase.

Browse news articles covering business and industry or locate detailed information about companies from over 1,000 business publications dating back to 1985. Business Source Elite is updated daily and also includes 10,000 substantial company profiles via Datamonitor. Powered by EBSCO.

For teachers and students seeking material to supplement for their classroom or course work, this portal provides access to a broad selection of printable handouts, such as maps, science diagrams, science experiments, historical images, math activities and timelines. Additional fact sheets cover history, religion, women’s studies, government, multicultural studies, and health and fitness. Powered by Infobase Facts on File.

This database contains more than 32,000 entries and is a comprehensive guide to printed records about the Americas written in Europe before 1750. It covers the history of European exploration, portrayals of Native American peoples, and other works produced in Europe that make some mention of the discovery and emerging awareness of the Americas.

The database is derived from the seminal reference work, European Americana: A Chronological Guide to Works Printed in Europe Relating to the Americas, 1493-1750, commonly known as the Alden-Landis Bibliography (after the co-editors John Alden and Dennis Landis).

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Explora helps young researchers to engage, explore and excel. The Explora experience for public libraries ensures that students, educators and library patrons can quickly find the reliable information they need to complete homework and research projects. Users can search for categories and topics that are broken down for younger and novice researchers.

Designed for students in high school, this database provides researchers with hundreds of reference materials, biographies and more. Easily browse by topics including arts and literature, current events, history and cultural events.

Start your research with Explora! Designed for the student, young researchers can look up biographies, articles on current events, or encyclopedia entries. The homepage features collections—arts and literature, biography, business and careers, current events, geography and culture, health, history and social science, and science and math—so users can easily browse by topic.

Explora Primary School is a complete digital reference collection for elementary schools. The databases include full-text children's magazines, e-books, biographies and encyclopedia entries as well as professional development resources for educators.

Foundation Directory helps nonprofits find funding faster.

• Build robust prospect lists from 242,000+ grantmakers
• Know which funders are more likely to provide support
• Connect with key decision makers through the LinkedIn integration
• Find collaboration opportunities and join forces with other nonprofits

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 the environmental effects of individuals, corporations and local/national governments, and what can be done at each level to minimize these effects. Powered by EBSCO.

GuideStar is the most comprehensive source of nonprofit information:

• Community members can easily find local nonprofits where they can donate, work, or volunteer
• Connect those in need to resources they rely on, such as food banks or shelters
• Access 2 million+ nonprofits

An essential resource for easy to understand health information, Health Reference Center includes comprehensive, in-depth coverage of body systems, current health issues, major diseases and conditions, treatments, and procedures, as well as health and nutrition information specific to men, women, children, teens, and seniors. The up-to-date information comes from hundreds of authoritative sources—information researchers can trust. Thirty-five Topic Centers highlight specially selected content to help users find a starting point for their studies, and numerous videos and collections of illustrations make it easy to find relevant visual media on the most frequently researched topics.

This important resource helps improve analytical and decision-making skills, addresses social pressures and influences, and provides functional health knowledge that encourages users to practice healthy behaviors. Powered by Infobase.

This rich collection of consumer health information provides access to full-text consumer health magazines and reference books. It also includes searchable full text for current health pamphlets. Powered by EBSCO.

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Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition is a trusted full-text database covering nursing and allied health topics, including pediatric nursing, critical care, mental health, nursing management, medical law and more. Powered by EBSCO.

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Providing exclusive online full text for many of the top consumer legal reference books, Legal Information Reference Center contains more than 225 full-text publications and thousands of legal forms, with more content being added on a regular basis. A majority of the full-text legal reference books are provided through Nolo, the nation’s oldest and most-respected provider of legal information for consumers and small businesses. Powered by EBSCO.

Middle Search Plus contains full text for more than 150 popular, middle school magazines. In addition to the full text, this database offers indexing and abstracts for nearly 200 magazines. All full text articles are assigned a reading level indicator (Lexiles). Full text is also available for thousands of biographies, historical essays and student pamphlets. Powered by EBSCOhost.

Designed to offer current news pertaining to all branches of the military and government, this database offers a thorough collection of periodicals, academic journals, and other content pertinent to the increasing needs of those sites. The Military & Government Collection provides cover-to-cover full text for nearly 300 journals and periodicals and indexing and abstracts for more than 400 titles. Powered by EBSCO.

Modern World History offers a comprehensive look at world history from the mid-15th century to the present. Thousands of subject entries, biographies, images, videos and slideshows, maps and graphs, primary sources, and timelines combine to provide a detailed and comparative view of the people, places, events, and ideas that have defined modern world history. Focused Topic Centers pull forward interesting entries, search terms, documents, and maps handpicked by our editors to help users find a starting point for their research, as well as videos and slideshow overviews to offer a visual introduction to key eras and regions. Powered by Infobase.

Newspaper Source Plus provides a full-text digital collection of the world’s major news content. It includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires and news magazines. In addition, it offers television and radio transcripts and ongoing daily updates from popular news sources. Powered by EBSCO.

Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, Points of View Reference Source provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

Primary Search, designed specifically for elementary school libraries and public library children’s rooms, contains full text for more than 60 popular, elementary school magazines. All full text articles are assigned a reading level indicator (Lexiles).

Recurso de referencia en español con 50,000 entradas que cubren docenas de temas.

This comprehensive Spanish-language database offers content from a variety of sources, including 49,000 encyclopedia entries, on topics like sports, jobs, history, art, personal finance, and more.

This resource provides local business news from over 75 regional publications, including business journals, newspapers and newswires, from across the United States. Search by keyword, resource type, and date of publication. Regional Business News provides comprehensive full text coverage and is updated on a daily basis. Powered by EBSCO.

Scholastic Teachables provides unlimited access to printable educational materials such as worksheets, lesson plans, activity sheets, ready-to-use mini-lessons and more. Teachers and authors create and vet thousands of high‑quality, ready‑to-use resources for educators, parents, and homeschool families.

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With a wealth of content that facilitates STEM research and learning, Science Online offers a comprehensive overview of a broad range of scientific disciplines. Topic Centers feature specially selected content on core science disciplines to help students find a starting point for their research. Students can also access the full, updated content of our unique science eLearning Modules, which target a variety of core topics and feature valuable Teacher Support materials for seamless in-class integration. Plus, interactive science experiments allow students to replicate the in-class laboratory experience in a safe and user-friendly environment, and interactive activities challenge and test students’ learning of the subject matter.

Find articles, statistics, market reports and more by type of business. Brush up on skills every small business owner should know, so you can be the best boss you can be. Powered by Explora by EBSCO.

Teacher Reference Center is an educator resource providing indexing and abstracts for hundreds of periodicals. In addition, 96% of journals indexed in TRC are peer-reviewed. Powered by EBSCO.

Topics include: Assessment, Best Practices, Continuing Education, Current Pedagogical Research, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Media, Language Arts, Literacy Standards, School Administration, Science & Mathematics, and Teacher Education.

Meet your personal financial goals with Value Line! This investment information resource integrates volumes of data, analytical tools, proprietary forecasts, opinions, predictive ranks, and expert guidance to help you make informed decisions.

Thomson Reuters Westlaw is the industry's preferred online legal research service. A rich and complex resource, Westlaw can help you locate information unavailable from other sources. Their powerful search features are also useful to find and filter search results to exactly what you need.

New Jersey Law and Regulations

• Search the administrative code for regulations covering state agencies, or look up state statutes covering laws relevant to those living and working in the State of New Jersey.

Federal Laws and Regulations

• Access the United States Code Annotated and the United States Constitution for access to federal laws and regulations.

Form Finder

• Search and download state-specific legal forms using the New Jersey Form Finder. Or, look up supporting documents on a number of topics.

Court Cases

• Research court cases, decisions, and high court dissenting opinions by topic area and understand the specifics of each case.

Practice Area

• Use the practice area section of Westlaw to start a topical research on subjects like bankruptcy, estate planning, immigration, and employment. After searching, learn to locate related resources, such as court cases, forms, and regulations.

Comprehensive, authoritative, and easy to navigate, World Geography and Culture is a resource for the study of countries, cultures, and geographic concepts. Every nation of the world is profiled in depth, with more than 40 entries and more than 100 statistical indicators covering all aspects of each nation’s geography, history, society, and culture. At-a-glance information, maps and flags, videos, images, audio recordings, gazetteer entries, biographies of prominent people, a timeline, and current news supplement each country’s profile. Information for the U.S. states, Canadian provinces, and international territories is similarly detailed.

In addition to researching individual countries and states, a variety of tools are available for studying Earth and geographic regions, comparing countries and states, and researching terms and concepts. Powered by Infobase.