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    ONLINE RESOURCES

    From eBooks to databases, many free resources are available for patrons. Some online resources require a Kansas State Library card, which is available at the public service desk or online. Items in yellow require a Kansas State Library card. 

    Children's Resources

    Britannica E-Stax includes unlimited access to nonfction for kids.
    Scholastic Book Flix: Pairs classic video storybooks with nonfiction ebooks.

    News Resources

    The Emporia Gazette, available through Community History Archive (1978-1986)
    Kansas Digital Newspapers through Kansas Historical Society
    Newsbank: Access to many newspapers, including the Emporia Gazette.
    The Topeka Capitol Journal Collection
    The Wichita Eagle Collection
    The USA Today Collection

    eBook & Audiobook Resources

    CloudLibrary: eBooks and eAudiobooks
    Enki Library: eBook collection, which includes self-published books.
    Freading: eBook collection with no waiting list; access allows 5 tokens per week/card.
    LibriVox: Audio recordings of public domain literature.
    Project Gutenberg: Free ebooks!
    Sunflower eLibrary: Downloadable ebooks and eaudiobooks
    Explora Multi-Search features reliable content from the world's leading magazines and reference books

    Additional Resources

    Learning Express: Review skills and prepare for tests
    Mango Languages: Learn a new language for free!
    Kansas Legal Aid Resources
    BookPage is a discovery tool for readers, highlighting the best new books across all genres.

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    Emporia, Kansas 66801

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