Databases are hidden gems at the Library

One of the hidden gems of the Library is our access to the Kansas State Library databases. It is one of the most valuable resources that the Library has to offer. The information that you can find is vast and right at your fingertips.

How do you find the databases? It’s easy. Log in to a computer, go online and get to the library web page at lmlibrary.org. Then right below the banner on top of the page, you’ll see several categories across the page. Move the mouse to online databases and a drop down menu will appear. You’ll see Databases for Kansas Residents, click on it and then you’re off.

Here are some of the resources you’ll find in the databases.

GENERAL RESEARCH

* MasterFile Premier: Delivers articles, reference books, and an extensive image collection for every subject area, including access to Consumer Reports.
* Academic Search Premier: Scholarly multi-disciplinary research database.
* Student Research Center: Browse or search topics from current events to art to math. Includes biographies and images.
* Newspaper Source Plus: Access full articles from over 850 newspapers. This database now includes transcripts of television and radio news.
* Kansas Periodical Index: Find articles in 14 current and discontinued Kansas publications, 2002-2012. The index contains citations only, no full-text or links to articles.
* Encyclopedia Britannica Online (select a version):

Public Library Edition
Academic Library Edition
School Library Editions

EN ESPAÑOL


* Mango: Aprendizaje de idiomas, incluye ingles para hispanohablantes. Folleto en español.
* Learning Express: Incluye recursos para hispanohablantes y preparación para examen de ciudadania Estados Unidos de América.
* MedicLatina: Colección de revistas especializadas en la investigación médica, en español nativo.
* Fuente Academica: más de 450 publicaciones académicas de América Latina, Portugal y España que cubren todas las áreas temáticas principals. La base de datos se actualiza semanalmente.
* Enciclopedia Britannica: Enciclopedia Moderna para adultos y estudiantes y Britannica Escolar Online para estudiantes de 6 a 12 años de edad.

TEACHER/LIBRARIAN PROFESSIONAL SOURCES

* ERIC (Education Resource Information Center): Online digital library of education research and information sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) of the U.S. Department of Education.
* Professional Development Collection: Education journals and reports.

LISTA (Library, Information Science and Technology Abstracts).


LEARNING MODULES

* Mango: Courses in over 40 languages (basic & complete lessons available). Creating a username and password is optional, but doing so will allow you to pick up where you left off between learning sessions.
* LearningExpress: Learning Centers by subject (up to college level), computer software tutorials, and practice tests for college and occupational exams and the GED. The Job & Career Accelerator section provides help with resumes, interview skills, and exploring occupations.

BOOKS

* Kansas EZ Library: Learn to use the statewide digital audiobooks and ebooks library on your home computer or mobile device.
* EBSCO Book Collection: Non-fiction: Online access to a variety of non-fiction for all ages. Books are read within your internet browser.
* NoveList: Explore authors or a specific book to discover read-a-like recommendations, book discussion guides, reviews, and more.
* Literary Reference Center: Browse and search full-text of literary works alongside journal articles, author biographies, and reviews.
* Kansas Library Catalog: Search materials held at libraries across Kansas. If you are interested in borrowing an item found in this catalog, please contact your local school or public library for Interlibrary Loan. Mobile Device Access Link (no flash)
* Talking Books Catalog: Books, magazines and other materials available to qualified patrons through the Talking Books Program.
* WorldCat (OCLC): Catalog of library holdings worldwide.


POPULAR TOPICS

* Auto Repair Reference Center: Access to repair, maintenance, and service information.
* HeritageQuest: Genealogical resource to search federal census records (1790-1930), family and local histories, and more.
* Genealogy Connect: Collection of nearly 600 genealogy research and reference publications in searchable PDF format.
* History Reference Center: Articles, full text of historical documents, biographies, historical photos, maps, and videos.
* Kansas History, Territorial through Civil War Years, 1854-1865: Expansive and unique collection of historical documents that include personal narratives and memoirs, pamphlets and political speeches, sermons and songs, legal treatises and children's books.
* Art Full Text: Database specializing in fine, decorative and commercial art, folk art, photography, film, and architecture.
* Legal Collection: Journals covering current issues, studies, and trends of the legal world.
* Agricola: Research agricultural information dating back to 1970. Contains records from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Library.
* GreenFile: Scholarly, government and general-interest titles covering all aspects of human impact to the environment.

HEALTH AND MEDICAL

* Consumer Health Complete: Browsable medical database including drug information, topic fact sheets, medical dictionaries, and ebooks.
* MEDLINE: Information on medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, the health care system, and more. Created by the National Library of Medicine.
* ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health: Research nursing, allied health, alternative & complementary medicine topics.

BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY

* Small Business Reference Center: Business basics, start-up kits, industry information, and access to ebooks on a variety of business and career topics.
* Business Source Premier: Coverage in all disciplines of business, including marketing, management, accounting, finance and economics.
* Computer Source: Latest information and trends in technology.
* Vocational & Career Collection: Created for technical schools, this collection covers trade and industry journals.

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SUMMER READING ACTIVITIES FOR THIS UPCOMING WEEK:

(All activities are free and open to the public.)

Lunch and Library will be held on Tuesday, June 11 at noon in the Cooper Clark Room. The book "Where’d You Go, Bernadette" by Maria Semple will be discussed.

Did you know that underground tunnels exist beneath us on Main Street? Find out more from Lidia Hook Gray on Tuesday, June 11 at 2 p.m. We’ll head underground, take a look at a local business and learn a little history about the buildings and tunnels that are connected to one another.

The Liberal Memorial Library and Dr. Patrick Ross of Southwestern College present “Life in A Dirt Cup” on Wednesday, June 12 at 4 p.m. You’ll find out that soil is more than just dirt, but a living ecosystem with a diverse array of inhabitants. And you might even get to make your own soil from basic ingredients and predict what is needed to make soil that is good for different types of organisms.

Unleash your inner hero as we delve into the magical world of Dungeons and Dragons with Brad Kearn on Thursday, June 13 at 4 p.m. Learn about how you can guide your heroes through quests for treasure, battles with deadly foes, daring rescues, courtly intrigue, and much more. We’ll also be serving pizza and lemonade.

Join us for a movie on Friday, June 14 at 2 p.m. Star-crossed garden gnomes have obstacles to overcome when they are caught up in a feud between neighbors. But with plastic pink flamingos and lawnmower races in the mix, can this young couple find lasting happiness? Popcorn and lemonade will be served.