Online Databases

Access Digital Resources 24/7! Unless indicated as "In Library Use Only," these resources are available from any internet connection. Most resources will require you to enter your library card number for access outside the library.

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Link to all Statewide Databases (new products added July 2022)

  • HeritageQuest Online -- With more than 4.4 billion records, HeritageQuest delivers an essential collection of genealogical and historical sources—with coverage dating back to the 1700s—that can help you find ancestors and discover a place’s past.
  • PebbleGo -- with Animals and Biographies modules, is an easy to use, kid-friendly database aimed at students in Grades K-3.
  • Transparent Language Online for Libraries - available as both a mobile app and on the web, provides lessons and language learning for more than 100 different languages
  • Gale LegalForms - offers a wide selection of Massachusetts-specific, customizable legal forms.
  • Gale Interactive Science - a virtual lab which gives students access to interactive 3-D models along with guided lessons and lab activities.
  • Gale Presents Peterson's Test Prep is a companion to the Career prep database, with help for a number of standardized tests and college research.
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ConsumerReports.org provides ratings and reviews, recommendations and buying advice. 

Each product includes an overview and a ratings report card, as well as tester reviews & recommendations. Resource is provided by the Bancroft Memorial Library. Home access available only to Hopedale residents. 

For CONSUMER REPORTS BUYING GUIDE click on highlighted text.

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Kanopy is an on-demand streaming video service that offers thousands of award-winning documentaries, training films and theatrical releases across diverse subjects and disciplines. Resource is provided by the Bancroft Memorial Library. Home access available only to Hopedale residents.
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Access hundreds of animal articles, educational games, and learning activities from school or from home with easy to-use searching tools.  Introduces early learners to database and research concepts. 

 Resource provided by MBLC and MLS, with support from IMLS.

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Contains over 300 practice tests and courses, dozens of ebooks containing valuable study material and practice tests, information on over 4,000 accredited schools, scholarship search, resume builder and career modules. Resource provided by MBLC and MLS, with support from IMLS

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For learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language. Combining extensive courses and supplemental resources for over 100 languages, including English. Resource provided by MBLC and MLS, with support from IMLS.

     

Database NameDescription
A to Z The USALog in with your library card for information on each of our 50 states
A to Z Food AmericaCheck out regional US recipes
A to Z World FoodMore than 7,000 traditional recipes from 174 countries
A to Z World TravelIncludes 202 world city travel guides covering a multitude of topics that are of interest to those planning their international travel. Topics include pre-trip planning, points of interest, excursions, neighborhoods, restaurants, nightlife, as well as health and safety.
BookFlixAn online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning.
Consumer Reports

Online access to ratings and reviews, recommendations and buying advice. 

Each product includes an overview and a ratings report card, as well as tester reviews & recommendations

Available online for Hopedale residents only.

 

For CONSUMER REPORTS BUYING GUIDE click on highlighted text to access.

Gale Virtual Reference LibraryBrowse our virtual reference books on a variety of topics: medicine (including a Spanish medical dictionary), religion, social sciences, and technology.
HeritageQuest OnlineGenealogical resource
KanopyKanopy is an on-demand streaming video service that offers thousands of award-winning documentaries, training films and theatrical releases across diverse subjects and disciplines. Resource is provided by the Bancroft Memorial Library. Home access available only to Hopedale residents.
Massachusetts Libraries - Statewide DatabasesStatewide online reference tools, encyclopedia, early literacy, genealogy, and language-learning
NoveList PlusNot sure what to read next? Find read-a-likes, recommendations, and more, all curated by librarians and publishing insiders.
Scholastic GO!Multimedia Grolier encyclopedia for students and adults
ScienceFlixThis Scholastic database provides practice with hands-on scientific study, develops inquiry-based learning skills, and builds STEM content knowledge.
TrueFlixLearn about a range of topics in this fact-packed and multi-media resource from Scholastic.
World Book Online

3 levels of World Book Encyclopedia for all ages of learners.