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 | ABCmouse.com is the most comprehensive early education website available today for children ages 2–8+. With over 10,000 interactive learning activities, ABCmouse.com helps children master fundamentals in reading, math, beginning science, art, music, and more. |  |  | children | students-educators |
 | Academic Search Premier contains indexing for 8,025 publications, with full text for more than 4,500 of those titles. How to Use ebsco Products (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | young-adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest, newspapers-magazines |
 | New England Historic Genealogical Society offers access to more than 110 million names in a variety of databases, making family research easy and efficient. Some databases included are Abstracts of NY Wills, New England Historical and Genealogical Register, Massachusetts Vital Record, 1841-1915. Online genealogical periodicals included in the subscription are The American Genealogists, The Connecticut Nutmegger, New England Ancestors Magazine, The New England Historical and Genealogical Register, The New Netherland Connections and The Virginia Genealogist. Databases and resources are updated and expanded weekly. | | adults | local-history-genealogy | |
 | Ancestry.com is the #1 online source for family history information, including the web's largest collection of historical records. This resource has approximately 4,000 databases including key collections such as U.S. Federal Census images and indexes from 1790 to 1930, and the Map Center containing more than 1,000 historical maps. IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY How to Use Ancestry.com | | adults | local-history-genealogy | |
 | Britannica Library delivers fast and easy access to high-quality, comprehensive information. The combination of the Encyclopædia Britannica and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary and Thesaurus, magazines and periodicals, and many other research tools provides the variety of reliable sources students need for research—all in one place. How to Use Britannica Library | | | children, young adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest |
 | This is the world’s definitive scholarly business database, providing indexing and abstracts for more than twice as many active, peer-reviewed, business related journals as any other database. Business Source® Elite offers indexing and abstracts for the 350 most important scholarly journals back to 1965 or the first published issue. This database includes searchable cited references for 1,205 journals. How to Use ebsco Products (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | business-legal-information, newspapers-magazines |
 | Candid (formerly Foundation Directory) provides the most comprehensive grants and nonprofit data to help you find funding, research nonprofits, connect with funders, and more. | | adults | business-legal-information | |
 | Free downloadable eBooks, Audiobooks, and magazines with your Library Card and PIN code! (You will need to choose "STELLA" as your library - you will not see Plainfield in the list of options) Mobile App is available! Try Libby reading app today! | | | children, young adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest, newspapers-magazines, entertainment |
 | Search the Courier News from 1999 to date. ProQuest Northeast News Stream provides access to full-text articles from the Courier News from January 1, 1999 to the present. Remote access requires Plainfield Public Library card. | | | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
 | Search the Plainfield Courier from 1891 to 1894. ProQuest Historical Newspapers: U.S. Northeast Collection provides access to full-text articles from the Courier News from October 5, 1891 to November 3, 1894. Remote access requires Plainfield Public Library card. | | | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
 | Search the Plainfield Courier-News from 1894 to 1961. ProQuest Historical Newspapers: U.S. Northeast Collection provides access to full-text articles from the Courier News from November 5, 1894 to January 23, 1961. Remote access requires Plainfield Public Library card. | | | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
 | Search the Courier-News from 1961 to 2010. ProQuest Historical Newspapers: U.S. Northeast Collection provides access to full-text articles from the Courier News from January 24, 1961 to December 31, 2010. Remote access requires Plainfield Public Library card. | | | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
 | Driving-Tests.org is part of a plan to make free permit practice tests written by experts available to anyone who wants to study, along with online copies of official state or province study guides. | | | young-adults, adults | career, test-prep-language-learning |
 | ERIC, the Educational Resource Information Center, is a national information system supported by the U.S. Department of Education, the National Library of Education, and the Office of Educational Research and Improvement. It provides access to information from journals included in the Current Index of Journals in Education and Resources in Education Index. How to Use ebsco Products (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | students-educators, newspapers-magazines |
 | We are an official FamilySearch Affiliate Library ! Discover your family history. Explore the world's largest collection of free family trees, genealogy records and resources. Plainfield Public Library is a designated Affiliate Library. This status offers our on-site patrons privileges to limited-access FamilySearch databases. Users must register for free in order to use this incredible collection . FamilySearch is service provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. | | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy | |
 | Fold3 provides convenient access to military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. The records at Fold3 help you discover and share stories about these everyday heroes, forgotten soldiers, and the families that supported them. | | | adults | local-history-genealogy |
 | GreenFILE offers well-researched information covering all aspects of human impact to the environment. Its collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes content on the environmental effects of individuals, corporations and local/national governments, and what can be done at each level to minimize these effects. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | young-adults, adults | business-legal-information, students-educators, general-interest, newspapers-magazines |
 | Health Source: Consumer Edition is a rich collection of consumer health information provides access to full-text consumer health magazines and reference books. It also includes searchable full text for current health pamphlets. | | | adults | general-interest, health |
 | Health Source: Nursing / Academic Edition provides researchers, allied health professionals, nurses and medical educators with access to full-text scholarly journals focusing on many medical disciplines. It provides indexing, abstracts and full-text for hundreds of nursing and allied health journals, many of which are peer-reviewed. | | | adults | general-interest, health |
 | HelpNow Brainfuse provides learning solutions for students of diverse needs and backgrounds. Students can communicate with live, online tutors from 2-11PM, 7 days a week, using an interactive, virtual whiteboard to chat, write, draw, copy/paste text or images and graph homework problems. HelpNow Brainfuse also includes the Writing Lab, Send Question Center and Skills Building. Also included in HelpNow is the Adult Learning Center where patrons can access GED prep, U.S Citizenship test prep, resume assistance, Microsoft Office support, and Career Resources which lists popular job search links. Microsoft Office support allows patrons to ask questions about Excel, Word and PowerPoint. The Writing Lab, Send QuestionCenter and the Skills Building are also included in the Adult Learning Center suite. Brainfuse Mobile is a powerful suite of academic tools and resources designed for HelpNow users. No matter where you are, you can use Brainfuse Mobile to submit questions to Brainfuse tutors, get writing lab assistance, take class notes, track your homework assignments, access your flashcards, and more! In addition, the HelpNow CloudTM syncs your notes and flashcards with all your devices. Apple Android | | | children, young adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest, mobile |
 | HeritageQuest® Online is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, convenient research guides, interactive census maps, and more. Discover the amazing history of you with HeritageQuest Online. With more than 4.4 billion records, it delivers an essential collection of genealogical and historical sources—with coverage dating back to the 1700s—that can help people find their ancestors and discover a place’s past. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | local-history-genealogy |
 | Hoopla is a digital content provider of music, ebooks, audiobooks, movies, comics, and television, with currently more than 400,000 titles available across those formats. Library patrons have access to all content instantly, without having to place a hold or wait for a title to become available. Registration is required. You will need your Library Card number and PIN code in order to register for an account. Users are allowed seven checkouts per month. This service is provided via our membership in STELLA. The Hoopla app installed on Samsung TVs will no longer work after Monday, August 18, 2025. Apple Android Kindle | | | children, young adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest, entertainment, mobile |
 | JerseyClicks is New Jersey's statewide portal that features federated searching of the statewide full-text databases offered by the New Jersey State Library. This resource offers keyword and custom searching of databases through a federated search. These high quality databases cover subjects such as health, history, business, education, science, current events, literature, and popular fiction. The suite also includes Informe, a Spanish language full-text database. | | | children, young adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest, newspapers-magazines |
 | JobNow is a versatile online service designed to support every stop of the job search process. JobNow feature live online coaches who, among other things, assist in resume/cover letter preparation, and help patrons prepare for job interviews. JobNow includes Live Interview Coaching, Resume Lab, Career Resources, and the Adult Learning Center. | | | young-adults, adults | career, test-prep-language-learning |
 | Watch over 30,000 Documentaries, Classic and Indie Films. Library card holders can access Kanopy and sign up to start streaming films instantly. Films can be streamed from any computer, television, mobile device or platform by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, AppleTV, Chromecast or Roku. Mobile Apps | | | children, young adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest, entertainment, mobile |
 | LearningExpress Library is an interactive online learning platform featuring over 770 practice tests, tutorials, and eBooks related to job search and workplace skills improvement, career certification and licensing exam preparation, college entrance and graduate school admissions exam preparation, GED exam preparation, and basic skills improvement in reading, writing, and math, for all ages. You'll get immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of your results. | | | children, young adults | career, test-prep-language-learning, students-educators |
 | Providing exclusive online full text for many of the top consumer legal reference books, Legal Information Source contains more than 225 full-text publications and thousands of legal forms, with more content being added on a regular basis. A majority of the full-text legal reference books are provided through Nolo, the nation's oldest and most-respected provider of legal information for consumers and small businesses. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | business-legal-information |
 | Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more for free from your local library with Libby, the library reading app. Try Libby reading app today! | | | children, young adults, adults | general-interest, entertainment, mobile |
 | LISTA indexes more than 560 core journals, nearly 50 priority journals, and nearly 125 selective journals; plus books, research reports and proceedings. Subject coverage includes librarianship, classification, cataloging, bibliometrics, online information retrieval, information management and more. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | newspapers-magazines |
 | Literary Reference Source is a comprehensive database that provides users with a broad spectrum of information on thousands of authors and their works across literary disciplines and timeframes. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | young-adults, adults | students-educators, newspapers-magazines |
 | Mango Languages is an online language learning program. Learning a new language isn’t easy. Committing to a new way of communicating is a verbal and physical commitment that is unfamiliar, but rewarding in what you’ll discover along the way. A blend of the right content at the right time, with intelligent algorithms and native-speaker audio, and powered by proven methodologies, Mango’s adaptive learning process evolves to your progress and unique learning behaviors, preparing you to start the conversation with confidence. How to Use Mango | | | young-adults, adults | career, test-prep-language-learning, students-educators, general-interest |
 | MasterFILE Elite, designed specifically for public libraries, provides full text for more than 1,950 general periodicals covering a broad range of disciplines including general reference, business, education, health, general science, multi-cultural issues and much more. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | young-adults, adults | business-legal-information, students-educators, general-interest, newspapers-magazines |
 | MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's Web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, for free. | | | adults | general-interest, health |
 | Middle Search Plus contains full text for more than 150 popular, middle school magazines. In addition to the full text, this database offers indexing and abstracts for nearly 200 magazines. All full text articles are assigned a reading level indicator (Lexiles). Full text is also available for thousands of biographies, historical essays and student pamphlets. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | children | students-educators, newspapers-magazines |
 | Designed to offer current news pertaining to all branches of the military and government, this database offers a thorough collection of periodicals, academic journals, and other content pertinent to the increasing needs of those sites. The Military & Government Collection provides cover-to-cover full text for nearly 300 journals and periodicals and indexing and abstracts for more than 400 titles. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | general-interest, newspapers-magazines |
 | Military OneSource is a confidential Department of Defense-funded program providing comprehensive information on every aspect of military life at no cost to active duty, Guard and Reserve Component members, and their families. Information includes, but is not limited to, deployment, reunion, relationship, grief, spouse employment and education, parenting and childhood, and much more. | | | adults | general-interest |
 | Newspapers.com's Historical Newspapers from the Northeast. Explore newspaper articles and clippings for help with genealogy, history and other research. Search full text and browse page images of 75 newspapers from New Jersey, and more from the northeast region of the United States. Remote access requires Plainfield Public Library card. | | | adults | general-interest, local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
 | Newspaper Source Plus rovides a full-text digital collection of the world's major news content. It includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires and news magazines. In addition, it offers television and radio transcripts and ongoing daily updates from popular news sources. | | | adults | newspapers-magazines |
 | The NoveList Plus database connects readers to their next book by making recommendations for what to read next. One of the most popular elements is read-alikes. This feature suggests titles that are 'just like' other titles. If you've just finished a great book, log into NoveList Plus and find great read-alikes. There are also read-alikes for authors and series. Consider NoveList Plus your one-stop guide to great reading. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | young-adults, adults | students-educators |
 | Focuses on nonfiction reading materials that support the school curriculum, as well as the recreational reading interests of children and students from preschool through middle school. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | children | students-educators, general-interest |
 | Peterson's Test and Career Prep helps get your community career ready with access to tools and a variety of interactive methods that prompt graduates, or those making a career change, to think about what they want in a job or career. VisualCV Résumé Creator helps users build and edit a résumé or even create a website. It also includes helpful articles and tips focused on writing résumés and cover letters, networking, and interviews. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | young-adults, adults | career, test-prep-language-learning, students-educators |
 | Points of View Reference Source is a full-text database designed to provide students with a series of essays that present multiple sides of a current issue. The database provides 200 topics, each with an overview (objective background/description), point (argument) and counterpoint (opposing argument). (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | children, young adults | students-educators |
 | Primary Search, designed specifically for elementary school libraries and public library children's rooms, contains full text for more than 60 popular, elementary school magazines. All full text articles are assigned a reading level indicator (Lexiles). (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | children | students-educators, newspapers-magazines |
 | ProQuest Historical Newspapers ™ is the definitive newspaper digital archive offering full-text and full-image articles for significant newspapers dating back to the eighteenth century. As part of the ProQuest Historical Newspapers™ program, every issue of each title includes the complete paper, cover-to-cover, with full-page and article images in easily downloadable PDF format. The full collection of ProQuest Historical Newspapers™ contains over 30 million digitized pages. | | | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
| ProQuest Historical Black Newspapers offer essential primary source content and editorial perspectives of the most distinguished African American newspapers in the U.S. Each of the 12 (and growing) Historical Black Newspapers provides researchers with unprecedented access to perspectives and information that was excluded or marginalized in mainstream sources. The content, including articles, obituaries, photos, editorials, and more, is easily accessible for scholars in the study of the history of race relations, journalism, local and national politics, education, African American studies, and many multidisciplinary subjects. Examine major movements from the Harlem Renaissance to Civil Rights, and explore everyday life as written in the news. Included: Atlanta Daily World —1931-2010 , The Baltimore Afro-American —1893-2010, Chicago Defender —1910-2010, Cleveland Call & Post —1934-2010, Los Angeles Sentinel —1934-2010, Louisville Defender —1951-2010, Michigan Chronicle —1939-2010, New Journal and Guide, 1916--, New York Amsterdam News —1922-2010, The Norfolk Journal & Guide —1916-2010, The Philadelphia Tribune —1912-2010, Pittsburgh Courier —1911-2010. REMOTE ACCESS: After log in, Change Database and Select this option OR use "SUB (HNBLACKCOLL) to narrow your search to only this collection. | | | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
| ProQuest Northeast News Stream and the ProQuest Historical Newspapers: U.S. Northeast Collection databases enable users to search current news content from the Northeastern United States, as well as archives that stretch back into the 1980s. It features top newspapers, wires, broadcast transcripts, blogs, and news sites in full-text format. The Courier News from 1891 to date, is searchable through these titles. Please use these links for access: | young-adults, adults | local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines | ||
 | Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA) is the leading provider in business and consumer research! The database provides real-time access to more than 20 Million Business, 222 Million Consumers, U.S. New Businesses, U.S. New Homeowners and Movers. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | business-legal-information, career, test-prep-language-learning |
 | This comprehensive database offers content from a variety of sources, including an inclusive collection of images, health reports, and full text for reference books and general interest magazines in a broad array of subject areas. Additionally, the resource covers a full spectrum of Spanish-language scholarships inside and outside academia. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | children, young adults, adults | students-educators, general-interest, newspapers-magazines |
 | This database provides comprehensive full text coverage for regional business publications. Regional Business News incorporates coverage of 75 business journals, newspapers and newswires from all metropolitan and rural areas within the United States. This database is updated on a daily basis. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | business-legal-information, newspapers-magazines |
 | Skillshare is an online learning community with thousands of classes in design, business, tech, and more. Anyone can join the millions of members in our community to learn cutting-edge skills, network with peers and discover new opportunities. Unlike most of our databases there is a separate registration process as the number of users is limited. Click on either button to the right, and fill out the form to request access to this service. Mobile Apps Available! | | | young-adults, adults | business-legal-information, career, test-prep-language-learning, students-educators, general-interest, mobile |
 | This database offers users complete small business management resources via a combination of unparalleled periodicals and reference content. From conducting industry research to financial planning, to marketing a product and franchising a business, the Small Business Source provides users with all the information they need to succeed. How to Use ebsco Products (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | business-legal-information, newspapers-magazines |
 | Explore local news, events and people with Newark Star-Ledger 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. | | | young-adults, adults | general-interest, local-history-genealogy, newspapers-magazines |
 | Check out our mobile app, STELLA Libraries, which features a more streamlined look and provides faster and more accurate access to your library account and the holdings of the 43 STELLA member libraries. Search all STELLA member libraries for your favorite books, movies, music, and more. Download and connect to digital content, and stay in touch with your library’s community through social media feeds and event calendars. Download the App! | | | children, young adults, adults | mobile |
 | TRC provides indexing and abstracts for 280 periodicals. In addition, 96% of journals indexed in TRC are peer-reviewed. Topics include: Assessment, Best Practices, Continuing Education, Current Pedagogical Research, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Media, Language Arts, Literacy Standards, School Administration, Science & Mathematics, and Teacher Education. (part of the JerseyClicks collection) | | | adults | students-educators |
 | TumbleBookLibrary is an online collection of TumbleBooks; animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. TumbleBooks are created by adding animation, sound, music and narration to existing picture books in order to produce an electronic picture book which you can read, or have read to you. | | | children | entertainment, students-educators |
 | VetNow provides free online job and academic assistance for Veterans transitioning to civilian life. Use eParachute to help you discover a career or academic path that best suits your experience and interests. Create a polished resume from a range of templates and powerful creation tools. Use the Resume Lab to receive personalized resume assistance from our writing experts. Receive job interview assistance through live, online tools and resources. Connect with a live job, resume, or interview coach for individualized assistance in your job search. | | | adults | career, test-prep-language-learning, general-interest |
 | Weiss Financial Ratings offers tools to learn and protect your personal finances, invest wisely, and grow personal wealth. This database provides independent, unbiased financial strength ratings on banks, credit unions, insurance companies, mutual funds, ETFs, and stocks. A customized Medigap supplement insurance pricing tool is also available, as well as Financial Literacy e-books and worksheets. | | | adults | business-legal-information, general-interest |
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