The fine-free period will end on Sunday, November 30. Library cards with $5+ fines and fees will be blocked from checkout.
All Fort Bend County Libraries locations will be CLOSED on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in honor of Veterans Day. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12.
This resource has current news and historical articles from America's news and newspapers from around the world. It includes the Houston Chronicle and special reports about major events happening now.
This database offers trusted info on important people, past and present. It includes articles, primary sources, videos, podcasts, and images—all updated often so you get the latest facts for your research.
Search and find books that match your interests—by author, genre, topic, or what you like to read.
The Adult Learning Center offers live writing help and a 24/7 Writing Lab for longer documents. Submit your work online to get detailed feedback. Use the secure Message Center to check when your edited document is ready. Great for business or personal writing.
Skills Building helps students strengthen core skills with live tutoring and state-aligned lessons. The SkillSurfer library also offers videos, quizzes, and tests on many subjects to support learning beyond homework help.
Learn about over 200 countries with facts, maps, flags, and history. Use the Kids' Edition for a fun look at daily life around the world. You can also explore U.S. states, including their flags, maps, symbols, sports teams, songs, and recipes.
Gale In Context: Elementary gives kids trusted, age-appropriate content through articles, videos, images, and eBooks. They can explore topics like animals, space, art, and sports while building reading and research skills for middle school and beyond.
Search magazines, newspapers, journals, and reference books on many topics. Great for middle and high school students doing research or homework.
Search or browse text-only Houston Chronicle articles from 1985 to today, or read the full-color daily edition through NewsBank.
Learn about thousands of animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and insects, as well as their habitats and biomes. Fact boxes include scientific classification and physical descriptions.
LearningExpress Library offers easy-to-use tutorials, practice tests, and eBooks to help you build skills, find a job, and prepare for exams like the GED®, SAT, career certifications, and more. Great for improving reading, writing, math, and science skills too.
Search six databases at once for biographies on athletes, mythological figures, global changemakers, key people and events in U.S. history, and more from around the world.
