National Geographic Virtual Library
Search this easy-to-use platform for trusted research and articles from National Geographic on science, history, culture, and more.
CLOSING
Cinco Ranch Branch Library is currently CLOSED for carpet replacement and will RE-OPEN on Monday, March 9. The outdoor book drop will remain OPEN during the time the building is closed, and library items may be returned at Cinco Ranch Branch. VOTING WILL take place at Cinco Ranch Branch.
All items that were requested to be held at Cinco Ranch Branch should be picked up at Fulshear Branch library. If another location is more convenient for you, please contact Fulshear Branch to reroute the items to your preferred location.
Online Resources
New York Times.com
Read The New York Times online for free! Inside the library, click “View Resource (in library only)” to create an account and start reading. Outside the library, click “View Resource (outside the library),” then “Redeem” and log in. Remote access lasts 72 hours—just redeem again anytime for more access.
News: Gale OneFile
Search top U.S. and global newspapers online. Quickly find articles by title, headline, date, or other details.
NewsBank World Access
Explore current and historical news from the U.S. and worldwide, including the Houston Chronicle and Special Reports on current events.
NewspaperArchive
NOTICE: NewspaperArchive is temporarily down. The vendor is aware of the issue and is working on resolving it.
Newspapers.com (Texas Edition)
Available in-library only. Newspapers.com (Texas Edition) provides online access to full runs and portions of runs of more than 200 Texas regional newspapers, dating from 1842 to 2024.
NoveList Plus (EBSCO)
Find your next great read with NoveList Plus! Discover read-alikes for your favorite authors and series, or explore books by genre, mood, or reading level. Whether you're into fiction or nonfiction, it's a great tool to answer the question: What should I read next? Easily check availability with links to the library catalog.
Nursing & Allied Health: Gale OneFile
Access full-text articles cited in CINAHL and other sources to support specialized healthcare, treatment plans, and patient care. Great for nursing and allied health research.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context (Gale)
Find reliable info on social issues and current events, including opinion pieces, topic overviews, statistics, primary sources, helpful websites, and full-text articles from magazines and newspapers.
OverDrive
Read eBooks and listen to eAudiobooks in your browser or on OverDrive's easy-to-use Libby app. Sign in to the Libby app or website to view your current holds.
PrepSTEP for College
PrepSTEP® offers online test prep, tutorials, eBooks, and more to help college students build skills in math, science, English, computer software, and workplace readiness.
PrepSTEP for High Schools
PrepSTEP® offers tutorials, test practice, eBooks, and flashcards to help students succeed in school, explore careers, prepare for college, and build workplace and computer skills.
Pressbooks
Use Pressbooks to easily create professional-quality eBooks and print-ready files—no design skills needed! It's free for authors and perfect for sharing or publishing. Just create a profile to get started, which also gives you access to BiblioBoard Library.
PressReader
PressReader offers unlimited access to thousands of magazines including exclusive digital access to The Economist. Browse titles in more than 40 languages from over 140 countries/regions. Click on "View Resource" to get started!
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Psychology: Gale OneFile
Find trusted articles from scholarly journals and magazines to support research in every area of psychology.
Recursos Para Hispanohablantes - Learning Express
Encuentra recursos en español para aprender nuevas habilidades, prepararte para el examen GED® o para hacerte ciudadano estadounidense, todo diseñado para adultos con poco tiempo.
Reference Solutions by Data Axle
Reference Solutions by Data Axle is a large business and residential directory. Use it to find customers, research industries, or build marketing lists. It includes detailed info on millions of U.S. businesses, consumers, healthcare providers, Canadian businesses, and new homeowners. Search with 45 filters and download or print your results.
Religion and Philosophy: Gale OneFile
Explore how religion has shaped culture across time, including its influence on literature, art, and language. Content is updated daily.