Research Databases

List of research database titles, descriptions and links
America's News - reliable information on any topic, US flag in background

America's News

Explore and stay informed on local and national topics, people, and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. America’s News features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning the U.S. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device with your Pickaway County Library card.

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Circleville Herald

Explore Circleville history through local news, events, and people with this collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages and full-text articles. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device with a Pickaway County Library card.

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Ebscohost (All)

All EbscoHost databases, which include many thousands of full-text magazine and journal titles organized into a variety of sub-collections.

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Explora for grades 6-12

Student research tool for grades 6 through 12.

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Explora for grades K-5

Student research tool for grades K through 5.

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Explora for Public Libraries

Find articles, essays and primary source documents on a variety of popular topics with easy-to-browse categories.

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Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center

Detailed “how-to” instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Full text is provided from leading hobby and craft magazines.

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Home Improvement Reference Center

Detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of home improvement and repair projects.

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Kanopy Kids Movies

Stream educational and enriching videos for children of all ages with the Kanopy app on computers, smartphones, and tablets.
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LinkedIn Learning

Over 6,600 courses to learn business, software, technology, and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals from real-world experts. Formerly known as Lynda.com. For instructions on how to get started, visit here.

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Ohio Newspapers

Explore Ohio history through local news, events, and people with this collection of Ohio Newspaper titles. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages and full-text articles. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device with a Pickaway County Library card. 

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What Tree Is It?

Identify and learn about common Ohio trees. By only knowing one part of a tree (leaf, fruit, etc.), you can follow the samples given until you can identify your tree.

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What's That Snake?

Includes 30 species and subspecies of snakes that are found in Ohio. Learn about Ohio snakes or use the program to identify one you have seen.

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What's the Point?

Identification guide to search for arrowheads and flint artifacts.

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