A to Z Online Resources

  Biography (Gale In Context)
This database contains biographical articles from select periodicals and reference sources published by Gale. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Boston Globe Article Archive
Text-based articles from The Boston Globe from 1980 to the present. This database does not contain classifieds, advertisements, or paid death notices. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Britannica Escolar
Esta base de datos ofrece recursos de referencia en español para estudiantes de 6-12 años. Hay docenas de actividades de aprendizaje interactivo que se pueden hacer en clase o en casa que cubren temas como ciencias naturales, estudios sociales y otras áreas de estudio.

This database provides reference resources in Spanish for students aged 6-12. There are dozens of interactive learning activities that can be done in class or at home that cover topics such as natural sciences, social studies and other areas of study.  Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Britannica Fundamentals/Learning Zone (Early Childhood)
Interactive learning for ages 4 to 7 that is fun and developmentally appropriate. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Britannica Library Suite
Britannica Online Public Library Edition contains four complete encyclopedias: the Encyclopedia Britannica, Compton’s by Britannica, Britannica Elementary Encyclopedia, and Britannica Concise Encyclopedia. Each covers the research needs of a different age group. The Public Library Edition contains full-text magazine articles, websites that have been reviewed and verified by Britannica editors, a homework help section for students, a world atlas, Merriam-Webster dictionaries and thesauri for children and adults, a Spanish-English dictionary, video and audio content, daily content updates, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Britannica Library: Children
The Public Library Edition: Kids contains full-text magazine articles, websites that have been reviewed and verified by Britannica editors, a homework help section, a world atlas, Merriam-Webster dictionaries and thesauri for children, a Spanish-English dictionary, video and audio content, daily content updates, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Britannica Library: YA
Explore thousands of topics in science, social studies, language arts, and mathematics for school projects, review concepts taught in school, or learn something new. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Britannica Moderna
Completa enciclopedia española para estudiantes mayores y educadores. Incluye artículos, imágenes , mapas, tablas , líneas de tiempo, así como un diccionario completo y atlas.

Spanish encyclopedia for older students and educators. Includes articles, images, maps, tables, timelines, as well as a complete dictionary and atlas. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Britannica School Edition
Britannica Online School Edition gives teachers and students instant access to four complete encyclopedias and other resources that ensure consistency with classroom topics and age-appropriate language. Focused on elementary, middle and high school levels, plus read-aloud and translation for over 50 languages. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Business (Gale OneFile)
Provides coverage of all business disciplines, including accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management and strategy, as well as business theory and practice. Users will understand the activities of companies and industries worldwide through business and trade publications, complemented by a selection of international, U.S., and regional news publications. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

 Economics and Theory (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to academic journals and magazines focusing on topics in economics and related fields. The database has an emphasis on titles indexed in the American Economic Association’s EconLit bibliography. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Communications and Mass Media (Gale OneFile)
Communications and Mass Media Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines focusing on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered in the database include advertising, public relations, literature, writing, linguistics, and more.  Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Consumer Reports
Provides ratings, buying guides, product reviews, and consumer information from the experts at Consumer Reports magazine and Consumers Union.  Funds provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.

Criminal Justice (Gale OneFile)
The Criminal Justice Collection database focuses on all aspects of the criminal justice field. Publications include: American Criminal Law Review; Corrections Today; Criminal Justice; Criminal Justice Ethics; Forensic Examiner; Psychology Today; and more.  Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Culinary Arts (Gale OneFile)
The Culinary Arts Collection includes 150 of the major cooking and nutrition magazines from 1980 to present. Coverage includes thousands of searchable recipes, restaurant reviews, and industry information.  Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Cypress Resume
The online resume builder that lets you create professional-quality resumes in three quick and simple steps.  Funds provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.

  Digital Archives of The Nevins Library
The link below provides access to a digital form of The Methuen Transcript, The Methuen Transcript and Essex Farmer, and Methuen Life. In the future we hope to add other resources pertaining to the history of the City of Methuen and other regional Merrimack Valley Massachusetts communities, making them available worldwide, and preserving print and microfilm resources for the future by committing them into the digital format. These newspapers are presented via a partnership between Advantage Archives and the Nevins Library.

  Diversity Studies (Gale OneFile)
The Diversity Studies Collection consists of journals that explore cultural differences, contributions and influences in the global community. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  EBSCO eBook Collection
Find eBooks galore in this collection. From Classic to Indie, for young and old alike. Check out what we have. Funds provided by Nevins Memorial Library.

  Elementary (Gale in Context)
Designed for kids, Gale In Context: Elementary delivers trusted, age-appropriate digital content. Through newspaper and magazine articles, videos, images, graphics, and eBooks, elementary students can learn about everything from animals and outer space to famous artists and favorite athletes. The database is visual and intuitive, and rewards students’ efforts by developing comprehension and research skills to prepare them for middle school—and a lifetime of learning. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Environmental Studies and Policy (Gale OneFile)
Providing robust coverage in the field of environmental issues and policy, this collection includes perspectives from the scientific community, governmental policy makers, as well as corporate interests. Peruse nearly 200 journals with instant access to multiple viewpoints of this volatile field of study. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Environmental Studies (Gale in Context)
Provides users with comprehensive information, empowering learners to critically analyze and understand important topics that affect people around the world. Explore topics and events within Earth systems, global change, pollution, populations, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  FamilySearch Affiliate Library Collection (In Library Use Only)
Provides genealogy resources from over 100 countries and includes over a billion names and images. A free individual account is required to use the FamilySearch.org, and if you do not have one it can be made when you first use the site in the library. If you need help or have questions about this resource, please contact the Reference Desk.

  Fine Arts (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to scholarly journals and magazines that support research in areas including drama, music, art history, and filmmaking. The database emphasizes full-text content for publications included in the Wilson Art Index and RILM bibliography. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Gale PowerSearch (Gale)
If you’re not sure where to start, try Gale PowerSearch. This allows you to search multiple databases from one search box. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Gale LegalForms (Gale)
Take the law into your own hands and create accurate, reliable legal documents with no hassle with Gale LegalForms. It offers Massachusetts-specific “attorney forms” – officially approved forms actually used by law firms. Many of the forms and documents are available in Word and Adobe format so you just need to simply “fill in the blanks.” Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Gardening and Horticulture (Gale OneFile)
A collection of more than 80 journals focused on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture. Browse over 20 subject-specific reference sources from Delmar Cengage Learning. This collection provides information for gardening enthusiasts and professionals alike. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Gender Studies (Gale OneFile)
The Gender Studies Collection gives patrons access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family, and marital issues, LGBTQ community, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  General OneFile (Gale)
General OneFile is a one-stop source for news and periodical articles on a wide range of topics, including business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health care, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social sciences, sports, technology, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Global Issues (Gale in Context)
Global Issues in Context offers international viewpoints on a broad spectrum of global issues, topics, and current events. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Global Road Warrior
Research issues in international and cultural studies, or use it to prepare for a trip abroad. The World Awaits. Funds provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.

  Got Resume Builder
Set up a Free GotResumeBuilder account to use this quick and convenient resume builder. Provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.

  GreenFILE
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 global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more. The database provides indexing and abstracts for more than 1,000,000 records, as well as Open Access full text for more than 15,000 records. Funds provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.

  Health and Wellness (Gale)
Access carefully compiled and trusted medical reference materials, including: nearly 400 health/ medical journals, numerous reference volumes, over 700 health videos from partner Healthology, Inc., hundreds of pamphlets, and health-related articles from 2,200 general interest publications in addition to a broad collection of Gale reference titles. Material contained in this Resource Center is intended for informational purposes only. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Health and Medicine (Gale OneFile)
Full-text resources including consumer health, nursing & allied health. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  HeritageQuest
This database provides access to federal census records up to and including 1930, Revolutionary War records, the Freedman’s Bank, and articles related to genealogy. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  High School Edition (Gale OneFile)
Provides high school students with access to magazines, newspapers, books, and other reference content. The database offers audience-appropriate information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Home Improvement (Gale OneFile)
This collection puts the research of hobbyists and professionals alike on a solid foundation home improvement-focused titles, covering topics including architectural techniques, tool and material selection, zoning requirements, and others. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Hoopla Digital
Instantly Read, Listen, and Watch books, comic books, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, all with just your Nevins library card. Funding provided by the Nevins Memorial Library.

  Hospitality and Tourism (Gale OneFile)
With current and relevant content from industry journals, travel guides and magazines, this collection provides well-rounded coverage of both the historical and current state of affairs in the hospitality and tourism field. Browse focused studies of specialized aspects of the industry: culture, leisure activities, economy, and more.  Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Infobase eBook Collection
Infobase’s eBook Collection features thousands of core reference works from acclaimed imprints such as Facts On File, Ferguson’s, and Bloom’s on a wide range of subjects areas, from history to science, literature, and more. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.

  Information Science (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to scholarly journals and trade publications essential for information professionals and other knowledge workers. The database offers coverage of topics including information infrastructure, metadata architecture, publishing, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Insurance and Liability (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to academic journals and trade publications covering the insurance industry and topics such as labor relations, mortgage banking, legal issues, and more. The database offers content of interest to individual property owners and multinational corporations alike. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Kids InfoBits (Gale)
This database is geared toward K- 5 students, and provides full-text articles from magazines and reference books. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Leadership and Management (Gale OneFile)
Search authoritative periodical content covering topics like organizational dynamics, adult learning, and more. Updated daily. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Literature Resource Center (Gale)
The world’s most current, comprehensive, and reliable online literature resource. Uniquely relevant to today’s curriculum, Literature Resource Center’s rich, critical, biographical, and contextual materials support interdisciplinary approaches, information literacy, and the development of critical thinking skills. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  MassCIS
The Massachusetts Department of Career Services (DCS) is pleased to offer the Massachusetts Career Information System (MassCIS). Free on-line to all Massachusetts residents, MassCIS is designed to provide occupational and educational information to help people make better-informed career and school choices.

  Massachusetts Court System
This site, provided by the Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries, provides legal forms for a variety of matters (as well as the ability to Massachusetts laws by subject and more). There are also links to other sites that contain forms.

  Massachusetts Driver’s License Practice Tests
Car, motorcycle, and CDL practice tests and handbooks.

Please Note: Driving-Tests.org is not affiliated with or evaluated by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. The official RMV Driver’s Manual is available on their website, along with additional driver’s education information. Presented in partnership with driving-tests.org.

  MassHire JobQuest
MassHire JobQuest is a FREE online service for finding jobs in Massachusetts.

  Medline Plus
From the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, this site contains an extensive amount of easy-to-understand health information. Browse the site’s collection of informative videos.

  Medline Plus (Spanish)
Un servicio de la Biblioteca Nacional de Medicina y Institutos Nacionales de la Salud.

  Methuen High School Yearbooks
Methuen High School’s Yearbooks, spanning 1928 through the present, can be accessed online. These yearbooks were digitized in partnership with the Boston Public Library and the Digital Commonwealth with the help of Methuen High’s Assistant Principal Arthur Nicholson, Media Specialist Paula Cross, and Nevins Library Reference Librarian Beth Safford.

  Middle School (Gale in Context)
Created specifically for middle-schoolers, it combines the best of Gale’s reference content with age-appropriate videos, newspapers, magazines, primary sources, and much more. Students will find outstanding support to complete assignments in core subjects including literature, science, social studies, and history. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Military and Intelligence Database Collection (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to scholarly journals, magazines, and reports covering all aspects of the past and current state of military affairs. The database offers content in key subject areas including governmental policies, the socioeconomic effects of war, the structure of the armed forces, and more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

 News (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to more than 2,300 major U.S. regional, national, and local newspapers, as well as leading titles from around the world. It also includes thousands of images, radio, and TV broadcasts and transcripts. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  New York Times Article Archive
Search full-text facsimiles of The New York Times from 1985 on. Does not contain images or any classified notices. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Novelist Plus
NoveList Plus is a readers’ advisory resource that assists fiction and nonfiction readers discover new authors and titles. Users of all ages can easily find recommendations in this database by simply entering a favorite author or book title. NoveList’s discussion guides are perfect for both book clubs and classrooms. Funds provided by the MVLC.

  Novelist Plus K-8
NoveList Plus K-8 is a readers’ advisory resource that assists children and their caregivers in discovering new authors and titles. Users of all ages can easily find recommendations in this database by simply entering a favorite author or book title. NoveList’s discussion guides are perfect for both book clubs and classrooms. Funds provided by the MVLC.

  Nursing and Allied Health (Gale OneFile)
Browse all aspects of the Nursing profession, from direct patient care to health care administration. Including nearly 400 titles, this collection’s current and authoritative content will be of use to both professionals already working in the field as well as students pursuing a nursing-focused curriculum. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Libby by Overdrive
Search for fiction and non-fiction ebooks and audiobooks to download.

  Opposing Viewpoints (Gale in Context)
Engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information and opinions on hundreds of today’s hottest social issues. It features continuously updated viewpoints, topic overviews, full-text magazines, academic journals, news articles, primary source documents, statistics, images, videos, audio files and links to vetted websites organized into a user-friendly portal experience. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  PebbleGo Animals & Biographies (Capstone)
In PebbleGo Biographies our youngest researchers can learn more about current and historical figures that have influenced the United States. While PebbleGo Animals is designed specifically for K-3 emergent readers and researchers. It features more than 200 animal articles correlated to life science standards, animal audio and video, carefully leveled text, educational games, and innovative read-aloud capabilities. Both PebbleGo databases include built in reading and research tools. Leveled text, educational games, and videos support science concepts for our youngest patrons. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Peterson’s Career Prep (Gale Presents)
An online career guidance center that walks users through the job-search process from beginning to end. It brings together all the tools needed to explore and take the leap to a new career. In partnership with Peterson’s and Indeed.com it employs a step-by-step approach to help people: 1) explore new career possibilities; 2) assess their interests and experience; 3) identify ways to improve their prospects, including networking and education; 4) prepare for a job search; and 5) search and apply for jobs. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Peterson’s Test Prep (Gale Presents)
Whether you’re a student planning for college or a professional embarking on a new career path, this valuable resource includes full-length practice tests for GED, SAT, ACT, AP, PSAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, TOEFL, U.S. citizenship, and more. It offers information on undergraduate and graduate programs and tuition and scholarship assistance, as well as a resume builder and interviewing advice. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine (Gale OneFile)
This collection includes over 100 titles covering the fields of physical therapy and sports medicine. Researchers can access periodicals on topics discussed in the field, including proven treatment techniques, experimental research theses, and much more. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Pop Culture Studies (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to scholarly journals and magazines that both analyze and contribute to popular culture. The database offers useful information for researchers in social science, history, art or liberal arts courses. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Popular Magazines (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to the most searched magazines across the InfoTrac products. All of the titles are selected based on actual publication searches performed by library patrons and the database includes many titles recommended by Bowker’s “Magazines for Libraries”. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  ProCitizen (Pronunciator)
An online course that prepares you for the Naturalization test. With 100 videos, plus interactive drills and quizzes, you will learn everything you need to succeed. Versión en español Funds provided by the Nevins Library.

  Project Gutenberg
Download thousands of copyright free eBooks to your Kindle, Nook, IPad, Android, personal computer, or other device. There are several familiar titles including: Les Misérables, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Be sure to read the directions for downloading. The site also hosts a small collection of audiobooks.

  Pronunciator
The world’s most comprehensive language-learning service. 164 languages to learn, 144 languages to learn them in. Years of learning activities within each language. Versión en español Funds provided by the Nevins Library.

  Psychology (Gale OneFile)
Psychology Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines that cover the study of emotions, personality, and the human mind. The database offers content of interest to both researchers and general users. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  PubMed
Search for articles on health topics and medical research on this site, created by the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.

  Religion and Philosophy (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to scholarly journals and magazines of interest to both researchers and general users. The database offers balanced content that covers topics across a wide range of philosophies and religions. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  SalemPress/SalemHealth
Salem Health brings online access to Salem Press’ award-winning health reference works. Browse Magill’s Medical Guide, Salem Health: Cancer, Salem Health: Psychology & Mental Health, Salem Health: Genetics & Inherited Diseases. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.

  Science (Gale in Context)
Science in Context provides topic overviews, experiments, biographies, pictures, and illustrations. As well users can locate articles from over 200 magazines, academic journals, and links to quality web sites. The database covers curriculum-related science topics, and offers teachers an easy-to-use tool to identify content directly correlated to state and national standards. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Science (Gale Interactive)
Provides engaging, interactive models that bring science to life. While supporting high school curricula and university coursework, Gale Interactive: Science helps students better visualize and understand concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science. Students and instructors can manipulate and explore 3D models that are paired with reference and periodical content for further understanding. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Science Database
A definitive resource for studying both the applied and general sciences. With coverage dating back to 1986, ProQuest Science Journals features over 1030 titles, with more than 760 available in full text. Search over 2.7M records, dating back to the mid 1980s. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  Teachers Reference Center
Teacher Reference Center provides indexing and abstracts for 280 of the most popular teacher and administrator journals and magazines to assist professional educators. Funds provided by Nevins Memorial Library.

  Transparent Language
Provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for online language learners of all levels—and it’s all free and easy to use with a library card. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  U.S. History (Gale in Context)
An engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information on hundreds of the most significant people, events and topics in U.S. History. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  USA Jobs
The Federal government’s official job list. Find employment search tools, an information center, veteran information, and forms.

  Value Line 
This resource provides a vast array of financial measures for over 6,000 stocks, 18,000 mutual funds, 200,000 options, and other securities. Delve into Value Line’s accurate estimates, projections and historical data to discover opportunities that fit your investment strategy. Funds provided by the Nevins Library.

  Vocations and Careers (Gale OneFile)
Finding the right career can be a daunting and high stakes task. Finding an appropriate institution of learning, job searching, and maintaining a career are all topics covered by this collection. This resource provides current and applicable content for all vocational milestones. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  War and Terrorism (Gale OneFile)
Provides access to academic journals and magazines of interest to analysts, risk management professionals, and students of military science, history, and social science. The database offers balanced coverage of both historic and contemporary topics in the fields of war and terrorism. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

  World History(Gale in Context)
An engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information on hundreds of the most significant people, events and topics in World History. Funds provided by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.