Salem Press Online
Access full-text eBooks from Salem Press on topics like literature, history, science, and health—all in one easy-to-search collection.
CLOSING
Cinco Ranch Branch Library will RE-OPEN on Monday, March 9.
Cinco Ranch Branch patrons with hold items available for pickup on or before March 6, 2026, currently being held at the Fulshear Branch Library, should visit the Fulshear Branch to pick up those items. If another location is more convenient, please contact the Fulshear Branch Library to have your items rerouted to your preferred pickup location.
Any hold requests filled after March 6 will be held at the Cinco Ranch Branch and will be available during its open hours. The pickup location will be indicated on your hold notification.
Online Resources
Science in Context (Gale)
Explore science topics with thousands of overviews, experiments, biographies, images, and current articles from 200+ sources. Great for students and teachers, with content tied to state and national standards.
Science: Gale Interactive
Interact with 3D models to explore and better understand key ideas in biology, chemistry, earth science, and space science.
Science: Gale OneFile
Stay up to date with the latest discoveries and developments in many areas of science. Content is updated daily.
SciTech Premium Collection (ProQuest Science)
SciTech Premium Collection offers global full-text resources in science and technology, including journals, magazines, reports, and conference proceedings. It's ideal for in-depth research and literature reviews in scientific and technical fields.
Scribner Writer Series: Gale Literature
Explore original scholarly essays that highlight authors from around the world, placing their works in both personal and historical context.
SIC's Science Activity and Topic Pages
Looking for a cool science fair project? Just type your topic into the search box in Gale's Science in Context, then click “Experiments” at the top right of the results page. You’ll discover hands-on project ideas to bring your science curiosity to life!
Something About the Author (Gale)
Find illustrated biographies of over 10,000 authors and illustrators for children and teens—available in eBook format for easy access and reading.
STAAR - TEA Student Assessment Division
Review past STAAR tests and info booklets on the Texas Education Agency website to help students and families prepare for upcoming exams.
STAAR - TEA: Practice Tests
Take STAAR practice tests online through the Texas Education Agency site. Click on "Continue as Guest," then “Guest Session.” Select your grade level, then choose “STAAR Practice Sets” and your subject.