National Library Week means free access to these resources!

During the month of April we have free access to:

(Access here, and enter "vcsu" in the email box)

Praeger Security International Online
"A one-stop source for information on terrorism and security."
—Library Journal

With the complete text of 600+ titles plus expert commentary and a news feed from the International Herald Tribune, PSIO is destined to become the most important resource for professional and academic researchers seeking in-depth information on security-related issues.

Greenwood Digital Collection
"This is a nicely presented collection featuring a friendly interface that most users will find easy to use."
—Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin

A sophisticated research platform comprised of reference, academic, and general interest eBooks. Build your own digital library from our collection of 4,500 titles.

The Reader's Advisor Online
"This ability to find what the experts think about related titles is the real strength of The Reader's Advisor Online and what makes it a unique tool for libraries and bookstores."
—Carol Tenopir, Library Journal

Bringing books and readers together, The Reader's Advisor Online is an easy and effective tool for librarians who work with readers looking for something new to read. It gives users multiple ways to browse and access titles in a friendly, conversational tone.

ARBAonline
Featuring more than 14,000 reviews of reference works, ARBAonline lets you identify and assess reference publications with confidence and ease, and enables you to keep your library collection up-to-date, maintain quality standards, and ensure depth of coverage.

Children's Magazine Guide Online
Children's Magazine Guide Online is a reliable subject index to children's magazines and web sites that provides fast access to age-appropriate material. It enhances the value of every library's periodicals collection and helps students improve their information literacy skills.

DAILY LIFE ONLINE SUITE

Daily Life America
Starred Review "An exceptionally appealing interface and useful keyword search and browse options make DLA an effective search tool for both beginners and advanced users. Combined with unique content, Daily Life America is recommended for public, school, and college libraries."
—Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin

A kaleidoscopic look at the big and little facets of everyday life throughout the history of America, covering everything from state history and geography to speech, cuisine, architecture, mottos, animals, romance, and holidays.

Daily Life through History (Premium Edition)
"If ever there were a resource guaranteed to excite learning in everyone, this is it."
—Library Journal

Combining the original Daily Life through History and World Cultures Today databases, DLtH Premium offers a fantastic array of information on people and places past and present.

World Folklore and Folklife
"This exceptional file gathers into one place diverse material researchers have had to hunt for in the past. The combination merits a 10!... The Bottom Line: World Folklore and Folklife is strongly recommended for all collections serving students and researchers in the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences."
—Library Journal

Tracing the origins and development of all aspects of traditional cultures around the world, World Folklore and Folklife bridges the gap between the past and present and offers a fresh slant on core curriculum topics.

THE AMERICAN MOSAIC SUITE

The African American Experience
"For school and public libraries, it's an 11 for its extraordinary combination of content and design. For academic libraries, it gets a 10.... The Bottom Line: The African American Experience is enthusiastically recommended for school and public libraries and strongly recommended for academic institutions."
—Library Journal

The Latino American Experience
"The Latino American Experience spans the interests and research needs of students and scholars.... LAE deserves an A+."
—School Library Journal

The second component in the American Mosaic family of electronic resources, this comprehensive, informative database is the first dedicated to the history and culture of Latinos. Drawing on over 300 titles and designed under the guidance of leading librarians, this database gives voice to the black experience from its African origins to the present day.

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National Library Week means free access to these resources!

For a Limited Time ONLY!!