Learning Resources
BookFlix
Pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning for kids.
Digital Public Library of America
The Digital Public Library of America brings together the riches of America’s libraries, archives and museums and makes them freely available to the world.
FirstSearch
FirstSearch offers access to a rich collection of reference databases. FirstSearch also offers electronic access to more than 10 million full-text and full-image articles.
Illinois Digital Archives
A repository for the digital collections of the Illinois State Library as well as other libraries and cultural institutions in the State of Illinois.
Illinois State Archives
Includes archives collected by the Illinois State Library, Illinois Statewide Vital Records Databases and the Illinois Regional Archives Depositories.
inkie.org Library
Local content and community collections, in addition to eBooks on inkie.org. Available to all Illinois residents.
Library of Congress
Access the Library of Congress’ considerable digital resources. You will find collections of documents, photographs, and much more.
LOTE4Kids
Kids can enjoy the magic of books in World Languages from anywhere. Each book is provided with an English translation to help develop multilingual reading and listening skills.
New York Times
News articles and more from one of America's leading newspapers available as a 24-hour pass for residents of Normal.
NoveList
Search for fiction and nonfiction titles by author, plot, theme, and more. A great way to find the order of a series or read-alikes!
NoveList K-8
Search for children's fiction and nonfiction titles by author, plot, read-alikes, curriculum, and more. A great way to find the order of a series or read-alikes!
PebbleGo
PreK–3rd-grade database for reading and research. Simple to navigate and offers key reading supports such as read-along audio and word-by-word highlighting.