Databases A-Z

Please note that electronic databases are available to District residents, remotely, and to all patrons when visiting any of the 25 branches of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District. eMedia services such as eBooks and eAudiobooks, are available remotely and to residents of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library taxing district, North Las Vegas and Boulder City. Freegal music is only available to residents of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library taxing district.

 

  • On the Road Virtually! 
    Podcasts and Vidoes from the Library.
  • Online Nevada Encyclopedia 
    This multimedia encyclopedia offers articles on Nevada's history and peoples, natural history, arts and culture and business and the economy. Also includes the history and growth of gaming in the state.
  • Opposing Viewpoints In Context 
    One-stop source for information on social issues like civil rights, terrorism, gambling and teenage pregnancy. Access viewpoint articles, topic overviews, statistics, primary documents, links to web sites, and full-text magazine and newspaper articles on the topic of your choice.
  • PowerSpeak Languages 
    PowerSpeak Languages immerses you in the language and the culture. Whether learning a new language for business or pleasure, being a global citizen means knowing how to communicate beyond ordering a drink or asking for the location of the train station. The Powerspeak Languages online learning program provides a rich language learning experience that uses audio, video, and interactive lessons to take you beyond rote memorization to a deep understanding of how to communicate with confidence in a new language.
  • Presione La Exhibición 
    Lea el periódico de hoy en línea. Sobre 200 periódicos a partir de 55 países disponibles a leer en línea. Los periódicos están archivados por 14 días.
  • PressDisplay 
    Read today's newspaper online. Over 200 newspapers from 55 countries! Your paper is here, before it can even get to the news-stand! Newspapers are archived for 14 days.

  • Primary Search 
    Full text for more than 60 popular, elementary school magazines.
  • Pro and Con Leading Issues 
    A general reference database containing thousands of full-text articles exploring 300+ social, scientific, health, historic, business, economic, political and global issues.
  • Professional Development (EBSCO) 
    Resources for teachers and parents. Includes lesson plans, activities and professional reading materials.
  • Proquest Digital Microfilm Newspapers 
    View the entire paper on digital microfilm from The Las Vegas Review Journal (2009-present; 6 months delay), The New York Times (2008-present; 2 months delay), and the Los Angeles Times (2008-present; 3 months delay).
  • Psychiatry Online 
    Access a wealth of psychiatry resources including DSM-IV-TR, the Textbook of clinical Psychiatry and psychiatry journals. Prepare for recertification with self-assessment tools.
  • Read The Books 
    Find your school's AR Reading List or a good book to read. Grades: pk-8 grades.
  • ReferenceUSA 
    Search for the addresses and phone numbers of over 12 million business, 120 million US households and 650 health care providers.
  • Regional Business News 
    Articles from 75 business journals, newspapers and newswires covering all metropolitan and rural areas within the United States.
  • Rock 'n' Roll Wisdom 
    A unique look at rock n' roll lyrics that are adept at highlighting and explaining psychological issues, especially those so common to all of us ó including falling in love, losing love, the value of friendships, nature of depression and the search for meaning in life.