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The Wauconda Area Library District subscribes to a collection of online databases and provides access to other valuable resources. These services are free for Wauconda Area Library cardholders. To connect from home or school, have your Wauconda Area library card barcode number ready to login. *Some resources are available for use within the library only.
- Ancestry.com (in-library use only)
Provides access to more than 2 billion names, census records, military records, court, land and probate records, and passenger lists. Content added daily.
- BookFlix
Reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration through classic video storybooks and non-fiction eBooks.
- Consumer Reports
Provides ratings, reviews, recommendations and buying advice for cars, appliances, electronics, home and garden, baby products, and more.
- CultureGrams
For Grades 3-12. Cultural reports for the 50 states, over 200 countries and territories. Each report contains information on maps, flags, land, climate, greetings, family, diet, holidays, economy, health and education.
- Daily Herald 1997-present
Look for local news dating back several years.
- Daily Herald Digital Archives 1901-1995 (in-library use only)
Explore newspaper articles dating as far back as 1901. Use search features to find headlines on the day you were born, find old high school sports scores, wedding announcements, photographs, school news, and even lunch menus!
- Family Search
Search over a billion names and images online.
- FirstSearch
Connect to the Illinois Catalog to search area library holdings for books, audiobooks, movies, music and more. Use WorldCat to search libraries nationwide or connect to 13 different databases, including ArticleFirst, ECO, ERIC, Medline and GPO.
- Gale Virtual Reference Library
Search hundreds of eReference Books, such as online encyclopedias, dictionaries, reference libraries and almanacs. Subcollections by subject make searching easier.
- General Reference Center
A general interest database with one easy-to-use interface. Search reference eBooks, find articles from newspapers, magazines and journals, many with full-text and images. Find the latest current events, popular culture, business and industry coverage, the arts and sciences, sports, and hobbies.
- Health & Learning Center
Generously provided for free by Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the Health Learning Center is a state-of-the-art health information library.
- HeritageQuest
Assembles U.S. federal census, banking and military records, local histories, primary source materials, and genealogical and local history serials.
- Illinois Public Records
Scroll through Chicagoland’s public records. Real estate transactions, mortgages, foreclosures, and more. Sort by name, city, zip code, and more.
- Illinois Skills Match
Quickly match your job requirements and skills to thousands of job openings in Illinois.
- Illinois State Archives
Search statewide databases for marriages, deaths, veterans, land tract sales and more.
- IllinoisWorkNet
Submit your resume online for local jobs and connect with a Job Center for assistance with interviewing and improving job skills.
- Lake County Genealogical Society
Compiles links to local resources including cemeteries, churches, court records, obituaries, and more.
- Lake County History Archives
As part of the Lake County Discovery Museum, find out how to access their archives both online and in-person.
- Literature Online Reference Edition
Literary criticisms and biographies of over 4,100 authors.
- Mango Languages
Learn a language from 12 complete courses and 25 basic courses (covering phrases common for travelers).
- MedLine Plus
Easy to search and understand consumer medical information.
- MyMediaMall
Download eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eVideos. Some formats are now compatible with iPod.
- National Library of Medicine
Sponsored by the National Institutes of Health; offers access to consumer, patient, and physician information, including Medline.
- NoveList Plus Teen & Adult
Find author readalikes, series' lists, book reviews, genre lists, award-winners and more. Now includes non-fiction titles as well as fiction.
- NoveList Plus K-8
Great for kids, parents and teachers! Browse recommended reads by age, get book discussion guides as well search titles, authors, plot summaries, and series. Includes lexile scoring for both fiction and non-fiction titles.
- ReferenceUSA
Find nationwide business or residential information. Create lists by business type, sales volume, residential area, and more.
- SIRS Discoverer
For Grades 1-9. Contains biographies, country facts, photo essays, current events, and encyclopedia information. Access more than 29,000 graphics, including photos, maps, and charts.
- SIRS Researcher
For Grades 6-12. Combines credible information from a variety of sources on current controversial topics, including overviews, pros vs. cons, analysis and cite help.
- State of Illinois Business Portal
If you're thinking of starting your own business in Illinois, start here.
- TumbleBooks
For Grades Pre-K - 6. Watch, listen and read your favorite picture books as they come to life with animation.
- Tutor.com - Adult Career Center
Available through Tutor.com, adults can now receive online help with resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and more. Live help is available 7 days a week from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. The SkillsCenter Resource Library is available 24/7.
- Tutor.com - Live Homework Help
For Kindergarten - Grade 12. Connect to a live tutor for help in subjects like Math, English, Social Studies, and Science. The service is available 7 days a week from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m.
- Wauconda Township Historical Society
Learn about the area’s history and help preserve the Andrew C. Cook House museum.
- WilsonWebOnline Children's Catalog
For teachers or librarians serving children in preschool through sixth grade, for collection development, readers' advisory and curriculum support. Identify core collections of literature in various formats, including fiction, non-fiction, picture books, graphic novels, and magazines.
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