Databases & Online Resources

Click on one of our many databases below. Icons located next to each database has a short tutorial video from our NicheAcademy Library.

Ancestry Library Edition

is a genealogical database featuring a variety of family history resources. Available for in-library use only.

AncestryLibrary – Access Genealogical Records of Billions

Black Freedom Struggle

in the United States is provided by Proquest and features expertly selected open primary source documents from specific time periods in the US history marked by the opposition African Americans have faced on the road to freedom.


Brainfuse HelpNow

features real-time eLearning for all ages and levels. HelpNow offers a personalized homework help in core subjects, including SAT preparation. HelpNow also features an Adult Learning Center for GED prep, US citizenship test prep, resume assistance, MS Office, and more.

Brainfuse – Tutoring and Helpful Resources in the US

Brainfuse JobNow

provides live interactive online help combined with online resources to guide you through the necessary tasks to get a job

Brainfuse JobNow (Career)

Brainfuse VetNow

gives free online job and academic assistance for Veterans, and much more.


EBSCOLearning Accel

gives access to articles by industry leaders on current working world issues, videos on business competencies, leadership and management, and more.


Explora

is a grade K-12 research tool for searching Ebsco's eBook, NewspaperSource, ReadIt!, and Cricket Media collections.

Explora – Research Made Easy

Fold3 by Ancestry

is a digital database to search and browse historical military records with ease by combining official military records with deep first-person content, including bios, photos, letters and more. More than 470 million searchable records span hundreds of years.

Fold3 – Remembering Veterans Through Military Records

Gale in Context: Elementary

meets the research needs of students K-5. It features a developmentally appropriate, visually graphic interface, and reference content.

Gale In Context: Elementary

Gale LegalForms

allows you to find downloadable, fillable forms for basic legal transactions, current to VA code. Leases, sales, contracts, powers of attorney, etc. *Legal Forms, its publisher, Gale Cengage, Library of Virginia, Virginia public libraries and their funding bodies assume no liability for actions resulting in the use of these forms.

Gale LegalForms – Free Legal Forms

HeritageQuest Online

combines searchable images of U.S. federal census records, family records, and local histories.

HeritageQuest – A Collection of Genealogical and Historical Sources

Just for Kids

is a streaming video collection that includes clips from thousands of fun and informative video and audio titles including music and arts, animals, sports and hobbies, math and science, history, reading, and much more, plus hundreds of educational interactives that are kid safe and ad-free.

Just for Kids Access Video – Educational Films and TV Shows for Children

MasterFile Complete

is a streaming is the most comprehensive and valuable collection of full-text general interest resources, including returns from periodicals, newspapers, and books

EBSCO – MasterFILE

Newsbank The Roanoke Times Collection

allows you to read full-text articles on local news, issues, events, and people, as well as current and archived issues of Roanoke Times. Updated daily, it includes obituaries, editorials, announcements, and other sections. View full images of the daily paper from 2018 to today and access full-text articles from 1990 to the current issue. Create alerts for specific search criteria, read and listen to articles, and save the items to your account.


Newsbank America's News Sources

has 3,500+ newspapers and newsblogs throughout the US. Format ranges from text based, web sources, and full image.

NewsBank – Research Local, National, and International News Articles

Newsbank America's News Magazines

offers 48 magazine sources (text based), Some dating as far back as 1991-present.


Newsbank Virginia News Sources

showcases 75 newspapers and newsblogs throughout Virginia. Format ranges from text based, web sources, and full image.


Niche Academy

is your one-stop-shop for database tutorials and other microlearning lessons. Click on any of the icons on this page with a "play button" to watch a tutorial on one of our databases.


Novelist Plus

is the perfect tool if you cannot decide what to read next. Use Novelist to discover your next favorite author, series, or title! Access Novelist Plus K-8 here.

NoveList Plus – Book Recommendations

Read It!

helps students with a basic foundation in English grammar and reading who need adapted reading material for many subjects. Read It! is also a great tool for English Language Learners.


The Roanoke Times Collection through Newsbank

shows full images of the daily paper from 2018 to today and full-text articles from 1990 to the current issue. Create alerts for specific search criteria, read and listen to articles, and save the items to your account. 


Transparent Language Online

provides a rich, effective and interactive learning experience utilizing a robust collection of features including over 120 languages, ESL/ELL materials for speakers of 34 different languages, American Sign Language, workforce development lessons, and KidSpeak.

Transparent Language – Online Language Learning

Universal Class

allows you to choose from over 500 online courses from photography to physics. Learn for fun or get extra help with tough topics.

Universal Class – Online Courses and Continuing Education

U.S. Major Dailies

provides access to the five most respected U.S. national and regional newspapers, including The New York Times and The Washington Post, co-exclusive access to The Wall Street Journal, and exclusive access to Los Angeles Times and Chicago Tribune

The titles offer researchers thorough and timely coverage of local, regional, and world events with journalistic balance and perspective. The content is available by 8am each day and provides archives stretching as far back as 1985. 

ProQuest News – U.S. Major Dailies

Value Line

is a complete, multidimensional investment management solution that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions. It provides a wealth of in-depth financial information plus objective research, insightful commentary, proven price projections, and advanced analytical tools. Access from home.

Value Line – Tools for Investors

Virginia Chronicle (from the Library of Virginia)

is a historical archive of Virginia newspapers, providing free access to full text searching and digitized images of over 4 million newspaper pages.


WorldCat

is the world's largest library catalog, helping you find library materials online. 


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