MAS Complete
MAS Complete Hundreds of full-text popular magazines and ebooks covering news, politics, science, sports, culture, and more.
Online Resources: Homework Help for Teens
Biography Reference Source
Biography Reference Source Thousands of unique and reliable full-text biographies and full-text issues of Biography Today and Biography Magazine.
World Book
World Book (access from inside any Oak Park library building or anywhere outside the library) Explore World Book’s engaging content for learners of all ages, all in one place:
Gale In Context: Biography
Gale In Context: Biography Authoritative biographical entries covering international figures from all time periods and areas of study.
Points of View Reference Source
Points of View Reference Source Full-text database that presents multiple sides of an issue. Hundreds of topics are covered—each with an overview (objective background/description), point (argument), and counterpoint (opposing argument). Each topic also features a guide to help students evaluate the controversy and enhance their ability to read critically, develop their own perspective on the issues, … Read more
NewsBank Chicago
NewsBank Chicago Search multiple Chicagoland newspapers at the same time, including the Chicago Sun-Times, Oak Leaves, and Wednesday Journal.
African-American History
African-American History A fresh way to explore the full spectrum of African-American history and culture, covering five centuries.
Academic Search Complete
Academic Search Complete Thousands of full-text journal/magazine articles from across the globe, providing access to critical information.
Oxford English Dictionary
Oxford English Dictionary Online dictionary and historical thesaurus—a guide to the meaning, history, and usage of over 500,000 words and phrases across the English-speaking world.
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning Online learning platform with video tutorials to learn business, software, technology, and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals.
History Reference Source
History Reference Source Full-text historical reference books, magazines, journals, and thousands of primary source documents.
Science Reference Source
Science Reference Source Full-text science magazines, journals, reference books, and videos.
Illinois Driver’s Education Test Preparation
Illinois Driver’s Education Test Preparation Online Illinois DMV permit sample test and Illinois Driver’s Handbook.
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Tribune Get Chicago news, sports, weather, business, and more. Browse (full website access or digital scan of print issue) Available in browser on laptop/desktop (access to the Chicago Tribune app is not available through the library). How to access the full website or digital scan of print issue Create an account (optional & only … Read more
Brainfuse HelpNow
Brainfuse HelpNow On-demand, anytime, anywhere learning resources for all ages, including: Free app for Apple iOS and Android available. Get help getting started with the app: Watch a video tutorial.