LBPL Digital Library
Free digital resources (many available in multiple languages) for patrons of all ages. All you need is your Long Beach Public Library card!
Use our online resources to watch movies, read a newspaper or magazine, take classes, research your family tree, learn a language, listen to books and articles, or get help with homework. You can also take practice tests, get help writing a resume, and find classroom materials for all grades.
- Browse our resources in alphabetical order
- Select one from the drop-down list, or
- Use filters to explore different subjects, formats, and age groups.
When you click on any of the resources in the Digital Library, you will be leaving the Long Beach Public Library's website.
Learning can be fun and ABCmouse makes sure it is for kids ages 2-8! Available with audio in English and Spanish, children learn the alphabet, numbers, and animals through:
- sight words
- games
- puzzles
- songs
- books
- virtual field trips
- and other fun activities
Need help?
- To add more than 3 children to an ABCmouse account, contact BLHSupport@ABCmouse.com or (866) 779-1872 (Monday-Friday, 8 AM–5 PM Pacific Time).
- ABCmouse Password Reset Link
If you need a refresher or are looking to advance your math, reading, writing, grammar, and public speaking skills, check out Adult Core Skills.
This center includes flash cards, eBooks, articles, and practice tests to help you prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam.
Más recursos está disponible en español en "Recursos Para Hispanohablantes" (otro centro en LearningExpress).
- American History in Video
- Broadway on Demand
- CNN Video Collection
- Classical Music in Video
- Dance in Video
- L.A. Theatre Works Collection
- National Theatre Collection
- Opera in Video
- Qwest TV Collection
- Royal Shakespeare Company Collection
- Smithsonian Global Sound for Libraries
- Theatre in Video
This online resource is supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Over 1,600 hours of footage with over half from the 1890s–1980s.
Including:
- the complete series of United Newsreel
- hundreds of documentaries from producers such as PBS, California Newsreel, and others
- profiles of American leaders and personalities
- footage of seminal historic events
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Get started by selecting a Suggested Topic or a Quick Link from the home page. You can also search the over 4,000 newspapers and magazines by publication or keyword.
America's News offers full image editions for over 300 publications like the Press-Telegram, USA Today, OC Register, and more.
Full-text of the Press-Telegram (1990–present) and the Grunion Gazette (2001–present) are available.
Includes a section for teachers with pre-made Lesson Plans on current events.
Ancestry Library Edition contains documents and records essential for genealogists and local history buffs. Researchers will find:
- censuses
- vital records
- immigration records
- unpublished family histories
- military records
- court and legal records
- directories
- photos
- maps and other documents
Getting Started
This resource is only available for on-site use at a LBPL location.
Ancestry Research Tips:
Fully-searchable content from newsletters, government documents, manuscripts, pamphlets, and other primary sources.
This 1940-2014 content sheds light on the social, political, health, and legal issues impacting LGBTQ communities around the world.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Archives Unbound presents digital collections of historical documents arranged by topic.
Researchers will find FBI files on Martin Luther King, Jr., Huey Long, American POWs in Vietnam, as well as U.S. Department of State files on countries and conflicts around the world.
There are also collections on film and Hollywood, the AIDS epidemic, missionary records, German folklore, and many, many others.
The documents and collections are from repositories around the world like:
- Presidential libraries
- U.S. and British National Archives
- National libraries
- Library of Congress
- U.S. and international universities
- Special libraries
- Historical societies
This is an invaluable collection for scholars and university students, but high school students will find research ideas and sources in Archives Unbound, too.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Join us as we interview bestselling authors across genres and topics. Each talk lasts about 1 hour and concludes with an author Q&A. Registration is required for the live events.
If you can't make it to the live session, don’t worry! All talks are recorded for on-demand access at your convenience.
The Library's virtual author talk series is supported by the efforts of the Long Beach Public Library Foundation and its generous donors.
Learning about computers and how to use them just got easier with these video courses.
These materials teach you the basics of using a computer, navigating the internet (including social media), and using popular software programs from the Microsoft Office suite like Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word. Achieve basic to advanced skills in word processing, creating spreadsheets and presentations, and sending email.
Contains approximately 1,600 documents organized into 6 different phases of African American history:
- Slavery and the Abolitionist Movement (1790–1860)
- The Civil War and the Reconstruction Era (1861–1877)
- Jim Crow Era from 1878 to the Great Depression (1878–1932)
- The New Deal and World War II (1933–1945)
- The Civil Rights and Black Power Movements (1946–1975)
- The Contemporary Era (1976–2000s)
Researchers will find documents from:
- National Archives
- Presidential libraries
- Historical news articles
- Supreme Court
- And many other repositories
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Live real-time homework assistance every day from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM—by laptop, tablet, or phone—from qualified tutors using state curriculum standards.
Tutors can speak English and Spanish. There's also a translator tool, so learners can communicate in over 100 languages.
Homework Help
This resource offers homework help with SkillSurfer, where you can master subjects with online lessons and videos. The Writing Lab lets you get quick writing help through a detailed analysis within 24 hours.
Study and Collaboration Tools
Study tools like the LEAP Learning Platform help with practice quizzes for standardized tests, and Flashbulb gives you access to flashcards and tests for efficient studying.
Collaborate with classmates using MEET™ for online meetings in HelpNow, and Brainwave™ for recording video notes of study sessions.
Also for Adult Learners
The Adult Learning Center offers support in areas like US Citizenship testing, resume help, and skill-building.
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
Start with the JobNow job matching service and let them search for open positions for you. Then build your resume using the JobNow templates and have it reviewed before you send it out. You can even connect with an interview coach to learn up-to-date techniques to help you land that job.
Other services available include Career Assessments, Life Skills Coaching, Tips and Guides for resume writing and interviewing, and even help getting through unemployment benefits applications.
Britannica Escolar tiene artículos, imágenes, videos, atlas y materiales de aprendizaje para los estudiantes de primaria y secundaria. También son 65 juegos interactivos sobre diversos temas que cubren las siguientes asignaturas: Competencias básicas, Español, Geografía, Historia y Matemáticas.
Este recurso es proporcionado por la Biblioteca del Estado de California.
This online encyclopedia is perfect for students of all ages. Whether for schoolwork or to look up a fun fact, Britannica School is easy to use and offers 3 levels of reading comprehension. Britannica School also has a translation tool for over 50 languages.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Bring home the glitz and glamour of Broadway through exclusive recordings of plays, musicals, and dance performances! You'll also get access to unique behind-the-scenes looks and documentaries for a fascinating picture of how talented casts and creators bring productions to the stage.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Find out what's happening in California on politics, the economy, the environment, income inequality, housing and more.
In addition to daily news coverage, each month CalMatters provides a package of materials to help you learn and share important issues to your communities.
Did you know individuals with a high school diploma earn about $10K more annually than those without a diploma? Long Beach Public Library (LBPL) offers a free, flexible diploma program that makes going back to school easier than ever. Coursework is open 24/7 and you have up to 18 months to complete the program. Plus, everyone is paired with an academic coach for individual support throughout the program.
To apply, you must:
- Be 19 years or older
- Live in the City of Long Beach
- Have a Long Beach Public Library card (and fines must be under $20). Don't have one yet? Getting a library card is easy!
Getting Started
- Click the 'Access Resource' button below and fill out the Are You Ready? survey. Select Long Beach Public Library for question #1.
- A library staff member will email you about the next steps.
- Find out what to expect and how to get credit for classes you completed before on our COHS informational page.
Questions? Contact Viviana.Garcia@longbeach.gov or (562) 570-6226.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Find eBooks and reliable practice tests for vocational and certification exams.
- WorkKeys® Assessments
- nursing
- teaching
- electric and plumbing
- pharmacy
- civil service
- California real estate
- and more!
Chilton Library provides guides on repair, maintenance, and service information for today's most popular vehicles. This continually updated resource includes:
- Step-by-step repair procedures
- Troubleshooting guides
- Diagnostic trouble codes
- Multimedia explanations: photos, illustrations, diagrams, videos, and animations
- Practice tests for ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification Test
Enjoy classical music at its finest! Classical Music in Video offers an array of orchestra concerts, chamber music, choral and dance performances, and documentaries showcasing the genre’s evolution from the medieval period to today.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
CNN specials and feature programming on business, economics, technology, environmental studies, health, women’s studies, and human rights.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Craftsy has resources for all creative makers. Find video instruction on basic to advanced techniques in fabric and yarn crafts, baking, drawing, gardening, photography, and more!
Getting Started
Start learning with Craftsy using the “Access Resource” button below or find it in the Libby app under “Extras”.
- Each pass gives you 7-days of access to Craftsy content.
- Captions are available for all videos.
No importa cuál sea tu pasión, hay una clase de Craftsy para ti. ¡Explora clases de costura, pintura, decoración de pasteles y mucho más, a las que puedes acceder en cualquier momento y en cualquier lugar!
- Acceso a más de 150 clases premium en línea
- Nuevas clases agregadas cada mes
- Instrucción paso a paso para cada nivel
Comenzando
Comienza a aprender con Craftsy haciendo clic en el botón “Acceder al recurso” o encuéntralo en la aplicación Libby bajo “Extras”.
- Cada pase te da 7 días de acceso al contenido de Craftsy.
- Hay subtítulos disponibles para todos los videos.
Perfect for a report or background information, CultureGrams gives accurate, unbiased information about the history, geography, culture, and lifestyles of societies from all over the globe.
The online version is greatly expanded and includes both primary and secondary sources like interviews, photos, and recipes that are organized into comprehensive, easy-to-use reports.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Enjoy the world of dance through films of performances by the greatest dance companies in the world and rare historical performances. Dance styles include ballet, ballroom, court, flamenco, hip hop, jazz, modern, and tap, as well as dance from Cambodia, India, Thailand, West Africa, and others.
There are also instructional videos for all skill levels. Whether you're just starting or have experience, you can:
- Learn new dance styles and the cultures that inspire them.
- Explore special techniques like barre work and pointe.
- Get a sneak peek into how dancers and choreographers create their amazing routines.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
This amazing selection of eBooks and eAudiobooks has something for everyone. All books are read or listened to through the browser, so no downloads or checkouts needed. Also, no library card is required!
Getting Started
Access is only available in the state of California.
enki California Digital Library is a joint project of Califa and Bibliolabs and was started in 2020 in response to COVID-19.
Find credible, science-backed information about the environment and sustainability. Learn about global issues such as:
- climate change
- food security
- soil ecology
- water privatization
- ecotourism
- pollution
Gale In Context: Environmental Studies is ideal for high school and college students’ research and reports.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Designed for high school and college students, Exploring Race in Society provides reliable information on complex topics. It's ideal for research and term papers.
Find vetted resources for an in-depth look at race-related issues, history, and policies. There’s even a built-in citation tool to help students create a list of references/works cited!
Topics include:
- Affirmative Action
- Black Lives Matter Movement
- COVID-19 and Communities of Color
- Digital Divide
- Environmental Racism and Environmental Justice
- Food Insecurity
- Neighborhood Gentrification
- Police Use of Force
- School-to-Prison Pipeline
- Sports Team Branding Changes
- Voting Rights and Voter Suppression
- Wealth Gap
General OneFile is an expansive database that's perfect for homework or curiosity. It contains more than 8,000 titles and millions of articles, reviews, reports, and audio/video clips. Articles are available in PDF and HTML full-text formats.
GetSetUp is the place for older adults to learn new skills and hang out with peers. Exclusively for ages 55 and up, GetSetUp offers live online classes on everything from fitness to Medicare to art to social hours. There classes are in English, Spanish, Mandarin, and Hindi.
The GetSetUp community helps older adults live healthier, happier, and more connected lives from the comfort of home.
Getting Started
GetSetUp classes are completely free. You must sign up for an account to log in and take classes.
- Click the 'Access Resource' button to get to the GetSetUp website.
- Click 'Sign Up'.
- Enter your information.
- The coupon code CSL-LB should already be in the form, but if it isn’t type that in, too. Then click 'Sign Up'.
- Now you're ready to go! Browse the courses or check today’s schedule to see what is starting soon.
Need help? Contact GetSetUp Support.
Teachers and parents will find easy-to-use eBooks, worksheets, practice tests, tutorials, videos, and other materials for grades 4–8. Specific subjects include:
- Math Expressions and Equations
- Algebra and Geometry
- Statistics
- American History
- Geography
- Informational Reading
- Writing
- High School Entrance Exam Practice Tests
Borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, movies, TV, and music without holds or waitlists!
Or you can BingePass entire collections of streaming content and classes like Creativebug, The Great Courses videos, Get Healthy U TV, and award-winning content for kids.
hoopla contains our World Languages collection—over 100,000 eBooks and 24,000 eAudiobooks in 100+ languages. Looking for more titles in English? Try OverDrive/Libby instead.
Getting Started
- You get 8 checkouts per month. You can also use Bonus Borrows the last 7 days of the month, allowing you to check out select items without using your monthly checkouts.
- A hoopla account is required. Click the “Access Resource” button below or download the hoopla app to sign up for an account with your library card.
Download the app from the App Store, Google Play, Roku, and Amazon Appstore. Compatible with Chromecast, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.
Whether you’re looking for a new job or starting in a new industry, Job & Career Accelerator has tools and guidance to help you succeed.
- Write winning resumes and cover letters.
- Get expert advice about job interviews, salary negotiation, and work etiquette.
- Search current job and internship postings.
- Match your skills and interests to jobs.
- Learn about the salaries and skills for over 1,100 occupations.
- Find colleges and scholarships.
Acclaimed movies and documentaries on-demand from award-winning filmmakers.
Browse film-festival favorites, classics, and world cinema including The Criterion Collection, A24, Neon, The Great Courses, Kino Lorber, and others. New films are added every week.
Getting Started
- Click the 'Access Resource' button then create an account by clicking 'Add A Library Card'.
- Enter your library card number and PIN, then click 'Continue.'
- Create a Kanopy account with an email address and password.
- Start watching videos!
- You receive 18 tickets each month.
- Tickets reset on the first day of each month.
Need help?
- If you see an error message like "Streaming is currently limited at your library," this means LBPL’s monthly limit has been reached and streaming is unavailable until the beginning of next month.
- Try troubleshooting.
- Report the issue to Kanopy Support.
Download the app from the App Store, Google Play, Amazon Appstore, or for Roku.
If you enjoy listening to audiobooks, you'll love the L.A. Theatre Works Collection. Discover an online treasure trove of enduring masterpieces and contemporary plays through radio theatre.
Enjoy significant pieces of dramatic literature from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries (like Julius Caesar, The Crucible, and Twelve Angry Men) and numerous works that shed light on underrepresented groups and tackle complex historical, cultural, and social themes.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
LawDepot provides guided, step-by-step directions to create over 150 state-specific legal forms & documents that cover a wide range of needs like:
- Plan your estate
- Sell a vehicle or personal property
- Sell services
- Start a business
- Rent out property
- and more!
Getting Started
- Start customizing legal documents using the “Access Resource” button below or find LawDepot in the Libby app under “Extras”.
- No secondary account is required, which ensures anonymous use. Once you sign in with your library card number and PIN, you are good to go!
- Each checkout gives you 30 days of access to LawDepot. Your progress is saved for future checkouts when you sign in with the same library card.
Need help?
- LawDepot provides direct support by chat, phone, or e-mail. Phone support hours are Monday through Friday from 5 AM to 4 PM (Pacific Time).
- LawDepot is not a law firm and cannot provide legal advice.
Discover Long Beach City directories, high school yearbooks, photographs, and teen journals from Long Beach history! Browse over 4,000 digital images with more added each week.
The Long Beach History Collection at the Main Library originally contained articles, photographs, and artifacts that could only be viewed in person. In 2009, we started to digitize and share these local history treasures with the launch of the online LBPL Digital Archive.
Getting Started
Search by keyword, share, save, and print our online images, but please credit Long Beach Public Library. Higher resolution images are available for purchase from the Library.
Stories from local newspapers—the Long Beach Press Telegram, the Press, the Press Telegram, and several weekly newspapers—are indexed in the Long Beach Public Library History Index, along with selected magazine articles, pamphlets, and documents.
Getting Started
The index is best searched by keywords, for example Bixby family or cyclone racer. Most articles indexed can be found in Newspapers.com or on microfilm at the Billie Jean King Main Library.
LearningExpress Library Complete offers job search and workplace skills improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science, career certification and exam prep, college and grad school entrance test prep, GED® test prep, and citizenship exam prep.
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
Learn new skills from thousands of classes about business, creative work, and technology. Taught by industry experts, LinkedIn Learning has something whether you are learning new skills or just curious.
Complete classes at your own pace and earn certificates and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for your resume. Courses are free and available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, and other languages.
Getting Started
- Browse the full list of LinkedIn Learning course topics.
- Find courses for certification exams and earn continuing education units (CEUs).
- LBPL's Library ID is longbeachpubliclibrary
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
Long Beach Small Business Insights, powered by SizeUp, is a robust business analytics tool designed to support small and medium-sized businesses in a variety of stages, from the entrepreneur looking to start their first business to a seasoned business owner looking to expand their customer base.
The LB Small Business Insights tool can help you answer:
- Where should I start my business in Long Beach?
- Who are my competitors and how do I perform compared to them?
- How can I find more customers?
- How do I identify the best places to locate and advertise my business?
Getting Started
Open House Hours are available for you to ask questions, get training specific to your needs, and practice examples of how to use the Long Beach Business Insights tool.
Contact 4Biz@longbeach.gov or (562) 570-4249 for direct assistance.
This resource is available thanks to the City of Long Beach's Economic Development Department.
MakeMake es una plataforma de libros digitales, interactivos y con animación que ofrece acceso a una colección de literatura infantil y juvenil única en español, proveniente de América Latina. En MakeMake encontrarás más de 300 cuentos ilustrados, historietas, novelas, mitos y leyendas para lectores desde los 3 años en adelante.
MakeMake is a digital, interactive, and animated book platform offering access to a unique collection of children's and youth literature in Spanish from Latin America. In MakeMake you will find more than 300 illustrated stories, comics, novels, myths and legends for readers from 3 years old and up.
Learn practical conversation skills for languages spoken all around the world!
- Lessons focus on practical conversations while increasing vocabulary and grammar skills.
- Choose from over 70 languages or ESL learning offered in 15 languages.
- Includes cultural insights, memory building exercises, and pronunciation help.
- Downloadable courses for offline learning.
Getting Started
A library card and Mango Languages account are needed to use the resource and save your progress.
How to create an account:
- Click the "Access Resource" button to go to the Mango log in page.
- Click the "Sign Up" button to create an account.
- Enter your information then click the "Sign Up" button. Your Long Beach Public Library card number will allow you to skip the subscription payment and access Mango for free.
- After you make an account, use that email and password to sign into the Mango mobile app or website.
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
The same fun magazine for kids just online and with videos, games, and craft ideas.
- Experience nature and wildlife with vivid, award-winning videos (like the Amazing Animals series) and images.
- Discover fascinating facts about the wild, the wacky, and the in between.
- Play fun games like word scrambles and searches.
- Create something new from the Craft Corner.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
Explore the National Theatre Collection for a fresh take on timeless plays and literary gems. Picture this: ancient Greek tales and 20th-century novels set in modern times, featuring diverse casts with popular theatre, film, and TV actors. This collection offers adaptations tackling important issues (such as politics, race, and social classes) and contemporary writing like Barber Shop Chronicles (Inua Ellams) and Consent (Nina Raine).
In collaboration with the U.K.'s National Theatre, this collection also grants special access to behind-the-scenes production materials. Browse original scripts, costume designs, and comprehensive costume bibles for a glimpse into the cast and crew's artistry.
Getting Started
- Watch videos: click the "Access Resource" button to visit the Enhanced Video Alexander Street Website
- Access behind-the-scenes production materials AND watch videos: visit the Main Alexander Street Website
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Full-text of the Los Angeles Times Current (1985–present) and Historical (1881–1987).
This resource is easy to use with search, browse, save, and share capabilities designed for newspaper research. The Newspapers.com Library Edition California Collection features historical content from over 600 California newspapers.
Includes access to the following historical (pre-1978) Long Beach newspapers:
- Long Beach Press-Telegram
- Independent Press-Telegram
- Long Beach Independent
- Long Beach Press
- Long Beach Tribune/Evening Tribune
- The Daily Telegram
- Long Beach Daily News
Get direct access to the New York Times online from 1851 to the present, including Spanish and Mandarin Chinese versions of nytimes.com.
Getting Started
You will need to create a NYT account.
- Off-site:
- Use the Off-site Access link to redeem 72 hours of unlimited access.
- Sign up for/sign in with your NYT account.
- After 72 hours expire, come back to the Digital Library and click the Off-site Access link again for another free session.
- On-site at LBPL:
- Go directly to nytimes.com and sign up for/sign in with your NYT account.
Please note:
- Articles from 1923–1980 are only available off-site at a limit of 5 articles per day.
- The Crosswords and Cooking mobile apps are not included. Visit the New York Times website for free access.
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
This resource was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
Opera in Video offers a front-row seat to the finest opera performances in history. These recordings, interviews, and documentaries showcase the world's top artists and their trailblazing contributions to the world of opera. The dramatic vocal performances are accompanied by world-class orchestras and choruses, providing an unforgettable musical experience.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Opposing Viewpoints is an especially rich resource for debaters, but high school and college students will find a wealth of ideas and resources for research projects and papers.
This resource supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions.
Specific titles include The New York Times, Newsweek, Foreign Policy, American Scientist, and Education Week.
Debaters will find that the "National Debate Topic" category provides quick and easy access to content on frequently studied and discussed issues.
Browse the Library’s digital collection, instantly borrow titles, and start reading or listening for free. OverDrive is compatible with all major computers and the Libby, by OverDrive app is compatible with all major devices, including iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows phones and tablets, and Kindle.
Getting Started
Need Help?
Contact the Library or submit a support ticket for direct technical assistance from OverDrive.
Download the Libby, by OverDrive app from the App Store or Google Play.
Introduce your little ones to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and improve their reading skills with PebbleGo’s interactive eBooks. PebbleGo is available in English and Spanish.
Getting Started
- Off-Site: Please call or visit any of our locations for the off-site login username and password.
- On-Site at LBPL: Use the Library’s computers or connect to our WiFi for access at any of our locations.
This online resource is supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Browse, read, and download newspapers and magazines like The Guardian, The Economist, Rolling Stone, Vogue, and thousands of others. Read, listen to, and translate articles into 19 different languages. No checkout limits and no waiting.
Getting Started
- Log in to PressReader through the link below or after downloading the app version.
- Click on the sign-in or account icon
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- Click Library or Group on the sign in pop-up.
- Search for Long Beach Public Library.
- Enter your library card number and PIN.
- Check the box allowing PressReader to verify and exchange your registration.
- Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of newspapers and magazines from around the world.
Download the app from the App Store, Google Play, or other operating systems like Amazon Fire and Windows.
PressReader is provided to Long Beach Public Library cardholders through the Southern California Library Cooperative.
The Press Telegram Collection offers full-color newspaper pages (2020–present) and text-only (1990–present) of published articles and content only available online.
Use ProQuest eLibrary Guided Research to find diverse, authoritative perspectives and sources for your research assignments, all in one place.
Examples of topics:
- Global issues: gun control, climate change, internet censorship, gender discrimination
- Assigned readings and authors: Animal Farm, To Kill A Mockingbird, The Odyssey, Amy Tan, Margaret Atwood, Aldous Huxley
- History: Wars and uprisings, landmark Supreme Court cases, important global figures and events
- Careers: The latest news, trends, and training requirements for hundreds of careers
Getting Started
Not sure how to start or which sources to pick? We recommend clicking the “Guided Research interface” link on the resource’s home page for easy browsing of the topics.
This resource is available thanks to funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.
Unleash your inner music enthusiast with the Qwest TV Collection, a collection of performances in jazz, funk, soul, hip hop, folk, indie, electronic, blues, and other world genres.
Qwest TV features legendary performances from historical jazz icons to diverse 21st century artists. You can even watch the popular Legends in Concert series, which features live shows by Benny Goodman, Nat King Cole, The Temptations, and other musical greats.
The Qwest TV collection was crafted by Grammy Award winner Quincy Jones and Reza Ackbaraly.
ReadyRosie is a simple tool to:
- Discover activities and games you can play that will help your child succeed at school.
- Have more fun than ever with your child through learning together!
The best part is that every activity is shown in a 2-minute video, available in English or Spanish, so you and your child can watch it together and then play the game. Each video tackles important early learning skills like sorting, sequencing, motor skills, and vocabulary. The video activities are curated into a convenient, weekly playlist that's delivered directly to your device by text message or email.
Getting Started
Sign up for ReadyRosie by clicking the blue "Access Resource" button below and use the code: LBPL. Select "Long Beach Library" and then create your account.
ReadyRosie Long Beach is supported by the Mayor's Fund for Education.
Formerly known as ReferenceUSA, Reference Solutions by Data Axle is the leading source for business and residential data in the United States. It helps users of all kinds find sales leads, search for jobs, research U.S. businesses, create marketing and small business plans, even locate specific people.
Need help with a specific search? Contact Reference Solutions support at (800) 808-1113.
This resource is available thanks to the efforts of the Long Beach Public Library Foundation and its generous donors.
Whether it is your first research paper or your 10th, the tools, tips, and quick tutorials in Research Companion will help at every step of the essay process. You’ll learn how to:
- choose a research topic
- find and evaluate credible sources
- write a thesis statement
- organize your points to persuade your audience
- develop your voice and properly cite sources
Getting Started
For off-site access, please create a Research Companion account at any LBPL location while you are connected to our Wi-Fi or using a library computer. Research Companion cannot be accessed off-site without an account and you cannot create an account off-site.
This resource is provided by the California State Library.
In high-definition and surround-sound, these recordings from the Royal Shakespeare Company and Theatre feature performances from the world’s best Shakespearean actors and directors. This collection contains performances for 34 titles.
Can’t find the title you want? Try searching in the National Theatre Collection or Theatre in Video.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
Use the 3D models, science articles, and built-in citation tool to study and ace your school projects on:
- the solar system
- Earth’s weather patterns
- chemical reactions
- growth of organisms
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Plus, you can download and print 3D printer projects for free using the 3D printers in The Studios at Billie Jean King Main Library or the Michelle Obama Library. Please see Studio staff for more details.
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Find newspapers, magazines, nonfiction eBooks, websites, and images for curated topics, all in one place.
Research Topics:
- Animals
- Controversial Issues
- Countries, States, and Provinces
- Famous People
Nonfiction Books:
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- Arts and Humanities
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- Curriculum Activities
- Environment
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- History and Government
- Science
- Sports
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Not sure how to start or which sources to pick? We recommend clicking the “Guided Research interface” link on the resource’s home page for easy browsing of the topics.
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SIRS Issues Researcher combines summaries, debate questions, articles, statistics, infographics, and more for over 360 complex global topics.
Getting Started
Not sure how to start or which sources to pick? We recommend clicking the “Guided Research interface” link on the resource’s home page for easy browsing of the topics.
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Step into the rich tapestry of international music and voices with Smithsonian Global Sound for Libraries, your virtual gateway to the world's diverse audio.
This remarkable collection is like an encyclopedia for music lovers, offering music from 169 countries and representing over 450 languages. It also contains spoken word, audio documentaries, oral histories, and biographies.
Many listeners will appreciate the unique children's collection containing counting games, childhood songs, holiday tunes, stories, and sing-alongs from around the world.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
TeachingBooks for Libraries offers easy-to-use tools and supplemental resources that will transform the reading experience. Use the Book Finder and the Diverse Books Toolkit to find your next read. Learn about your favorite authors. Enhance classroom or book group discussions with audio performances, questions, and activities. The site is designed to be used by adults, but curious kids and teens will find a lot to interest them too!
Getting Started
TeachingBooks for Libraries is only available from within the state of California.
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Theatre in Video presents exclusive footage of live performances from around the globe. From celebrated productions of Shakespeare to rare, in-depth footage of the work of Samuel Beckett, the collection covers a wide range of important theatre history.
This online resource is part of the Alexander Street collections and supported with K-12 educational funds provided by the State of California and coordinated by the California State Library.
A top collection of nearly 20,000 video courses curated Udemy Business (powered by Udemy.com). Users receive access to relevant skills-training in 75+ topics across business, tech, and personal development.
Features 7,000+ courses taught by native speakers in more than 12 different languages designed to help more users achieve success at work and in life.
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A Long Beach Public Library Card is required to use this resource, and users must log in to Gale Presents: Udemy from within California. Logging in to Udemy using a VPN or IP masking may lock you out of your account.
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