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Below is an alphabetized listing of the databases available for use by cardholders of the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library.
Access Pennsylvania
An online catalog of more than 2,000 libraries in Pennsylvania.
Ancestry
In-Library Use
only available within the library
Allows you to search U.S. census records, birth, marriage and death records, social security death records and immigration lists.
Black Freedom Struggle: Primary Resources
The Black Freedom Struggle resource features approximately 1,600 primary source documents related to critical people and events in African American history. By centering on the experiences and perspectives of African Americans, it is hoped that this collection imbues the study of Black history with a deeper understanding of the humanity of people who have pursued the quest for freedom, and the significance of movements like Black Lives Matter.
Booklist Online
In-Library Use • Home Use
Contains over 120,000 reviews of books and electronic media. Book reviews date back to 1992. Features such as recommended reading lists, read-alikes, and readers’ blogs make it a useful tool for people searching for the perfect book.
Britannica School PreK – 5th
A comprehensive resource for younger learners with encyclopedia articles, images, videos, and magazine articles. There is a fundamentals section for children Pre-K through grade 2 as well.
Cypress Resume
In-Library Use • Home Use
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Allows you to create professional-looking resumes, cover letters, and reference lists in minutes. Step-by-step instructions are provided. Made possible through a grant from TD Charitable Foundation.
The Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is pleased to announce that, thanks in part to funding from the Literacy Council of Norristown, Learning Express Library will continue to be available to library card holders of the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library and the four branches (Conshohocken Free Library, Perkiomen Valley Library at Schwenksville, Royersford Free Public Library, and the Upper Perkiomen Valley Library). Learning Express Library is available to anyone visiting our libraries and remotely to our library card holders. For more information, please contact the reference desk at 610-278-5100 x 2.
Learning Express Library offers an extensive collection of helpful resources for students and job seekers. It includes test preparation for a wide range of tests, college admission preparation, GED test preparation (in both English and Spanish), career information, adult skills building, and much more.
Mango Language Database
Helps you learn or improve your foreign language and English Language skills.
Merck Manuals Online
Provides free medical information from a trusted source for both consumers and professionals. There is even a veterinary manual included. Subjects cover thousands of topics in all fields of medicine and are offered freely to health care professionals and the general public. Resources are provided in English, Spanish and a number of other languages.
MyHeritage Library Edition
This multilingual family history research database includes billions of historical documents from 48 countries, millions of historical photos, public records, indexes, and additional resources that span the past five centuries.
Philadelphia Inquirer Collection (and Historical Archive)
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Explore Philadelphia history through local news, events and people with The Philadelphia Inquirer Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.
All patrons can search the archive from within our libraries. Access to this resource is available from home to registered patrons of the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library and its four branches.
POWER Library
Alphabetical listing | List by subject
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Offers access to thousands of full text periodical articles, newspapers, photographs, and more. Materials and resources are available for all age groups. POWER Library is offered as a service of Pennsylvania’s public libraries, school libraries and the State of Pennsylvania.
This project is made possible in part by Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and through Library Access Funds administered by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Department of Education, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Josh Shapiro, Governor.
U.S. Major Dailies
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Digital online access to the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune and The Los Angeles Times. There is a 90 day embargo.
Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA)
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Provides access to detailed information on more than 50 million U.S. businesses and over 150 million U.S. residents. Reference Solutions also includes over 2 million job postings and internships, historical business information, and healthcare listings. Job seekers, businesses and researchers will find the database a valuable research tool.
Please note: If you are unable to access Reference Solutions using Google Chrome, please try using a different internet browser. The most recent version of Chrome has been known to cause access issues.
Scholastic Teachables
Printables, Lessons, Mini-Books, and More! Browse thousands of ready-to-go lesson plans covering a variety of subjects!
Tumblebooks Databases
TumbleBooks’ databases are easy to use, and feature unlimited access from home. You can read as many books as you want, when you want, and on any device. There are no check-outs, holds, or bulky downloads. Books are available instantly. By using the direct links provided below, you will have direct access. You will not need to use your library card to sign in.
TumbleBook Library
Aimed primarily at young readers and readers to be, containing animated stories to encourage a love of reading. Puzzles and games also accompany many stories.
Libro de Caida Libreria
Preparado para nino de lectura joven, estos cuentos animados animan la passion de leer. Rompecabezas y huegos tambien acompanan muchos cuentos.