The following databases are available only to Frankfort Public Library District cardholders. You will be asked to provide your 14-digit library card number in order to access the following resources. Additional online resources are available in the library.
Academic Search Premier (EBSCO)

Multi-disciplinary database providing full text for more than 4,600 journals

Access World News

Research Collection. composes a unique record of people, issues and events as perceived by local communities across Illinois, the U.S. and around the world. The authoritative content and first-person perspectives found in these sources meet a variety of research and general information needs. Users benefit from analysis of multiple perspectives from newspapers, magazines, broadcast transcripts, newswires, news videos and journalist-written blogs.

America's Obituaries and Death Notices (Newsbank)

Newspaper collection of obituaries and death notices

Ancestry

Geneological collection of more than 4,000 databases and 1.5 billion names.
-Available for inhouse use at the library only

Article First (FirstSearch)

Index of articles from the contents pages of journals (1990 - Present)

Biography Reference Center (EBSCO)

A comprehensive collection of hundreds of thousands of full-text biographies of prominent figures.

Bookflix

Scholastic BookFlix is a new 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. The
engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early
reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and
exploration.

Booklist Online

Exclusive access to book reviews, current trends in reading, book group reading selections, pre-publication notices, and more.

Business Source Premier (EBSCO)

The industry's most popular business research database

Chicago Sun-Times (Newsbank)

Selected articles, obituaries, and front pages from January 1, 1986 - Current

Chicago Tribune Historical Archive (Newsbank)

Selected articles, obituaries, and front pages from 1900 - 1984.

ClasePeriodica (Firstsearch)

Index of Latin American journals in the sciences and humanities

Consumer Health Complete (EBSCO)

The single-most comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content.

Daily Southtown

Full-text coverage [07/31/2004-11/17/2007] of Chicago's south suburban newspaper.

ECO

Collection of articles from scholarly journals (1995 - present)

ERIC (FirstSearch)

Index of education articles for teachers and students.

Gale Virtual Reference Library

Powerful database of encyclopedias, almanacs, & specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. Research art, history, sports, law, science, film, literature, and more.

GPO

Covers all types of U.S. government documents, including Congressional reports, hearings, debates, and records; judiciary materials; and documents issued by executive departments (Defense, State, Labor, Office of the President, etc.).

GreenFile - Available for inhouse use at the library only

GreenFILE is a freely accessible research database focusing on the relationship between human beings and the environment, with well-researched but accessible information on topics ranging from global warming to recycling to alternate fuel sources and beyond. Comprised of scholarly and general interest titles, as well as government documents and reports, GreenFILE offers a unique perspective on the positive and negative ways humans affect the ecology. Drawing on the connection between the environment and disciplines such as agriculture, education, law, health and technology, GreenFILE will serve as an informative resource for anyone concerned about the issues facing our planet.

Heritage Quest

Genealogy resource with U.S. census records from 1790 - 1930. HeritageQuest Online is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources - rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. The collection consists of six core data sets: U.S. Federal Censuses, Genealogy & Local History Books, Periodical Source Index [PERSI], Revolutionary War Records, Freedman's Bank Records, and LexisNexis U.S. Seriel Set.

Illinois Catalog

The online catalog of materials in Illinois. Find books, magazines, music, movies, archival materials, musical scores, and more.

Literary Reference Center (EBSCO)

Find information on thousands of authors and their works across literary disciplines and timeframes

MasterFILE Premier (EBSCO)

Full text for nearly 1,700 periodicals covering general reference, business, health, education, general science, multicultural issues and much more. This database also contains full text more than 500 reference books, over 107,000 primary source documents, and an Image Collection of over 510,000 photos, maps & flags.

Medline

All areas of medicine, including dentistry and nursing. Corresponds to the print indexes: Index Medicus, Index to Dental Literature, and International Nursing Index.

Morningstar

Morningstar Investment Research Center enables users to get data and guidance on mutual funds, stocks, and exchange-traded funds; determine how their investments fit into a portfolio; or obtain data on a particular industry.

Newsbank

Main index to one of the world’s premier information providers!

NoveList K - 8 Plus

School media specialists, teachers and parents interested in helping kids locate age-appropriate books in the library will appreciate the features and depth of content contained within NoveList K-8 Plus. Designed especially for elementary and middle school students, NoveList K-8 Plus is an online database with fiction and nonfiction titles chosen specifically to support the school curriculum as well as the pleasure reading needs of students.

NoveList Plus

With over 150,000 fiction titles, over 4000 custom created lists & articles, and over 50,000 nonfiction titles, NoveList Plus is the source for recommended reading.

PapersFirst

Index of papers presented at conferences worldwide

Proceedings

Index of worldwide conference proceedings

Reference USA

This database of 14 million U.S. businesses and 205 million residents contains verified data and is updated monthly. ReferenceUSA is the premier source of business and residential information for reference and research.

SouthtownStar: November 18, 2007 - Current

The SouthtownStar newspaper debuted November 18, 2007, after the merger of the Daily Southtown and the Star Newspapers.

ValueLine - Available for inhouse use ON DATABASE COMPUTERS only

Online editions of Value Line: Value Line is a complete, multidimensional investment management solution that enables both new and experienced investors to make timely, better-informed decisions. It provides a wealth of in-depth financial information, intelligently presented both in print and online, plus objective research, insightful commentary, proven price projections, and advanced analytical tools.

World Almanac

Funk & Wagnalls New Encyclopedia and four almanacs. Offers a fundamental reference source for students, library patrons, library reference staff, and scholars alike.

World Book Discover

World Book Discover is designed for differentiated instruction to meet the needs of reluctant readers, ELL, ESL, and adult literacy students. Key features include: Easy-to-read articles on topics of interest to middle through high-school students, combined with reading comprehension questions to help students focus on key concepts. An uncluttered interface, easy-to-understand content, and useful activities help older students grasp important concepts and succeed at their grade level. Text-to-speech feature allows students to hear articles read aloud, increasing accessibility and comprehension. Timeline and citation builders engage users and develop research skills. Individual accounts allow students to save and annotate their research. A section on life skills helps students negotiate financial, health, housing, and employment issues. World Book Explains videos series features World Book editors and expert partners answering students' questions on high interest topics. Correlations to state and provincial curriculum and achivement standards make World Book Discover ideal for classroom work, homework projects, and general inquiry.

World Book for Kids

This site offers easy-to-read articles and a wealth of engaging multimedia, games, science projects, interactive tools, and activities for younger children. Key features include: thousands of easy-to-read articles, engaging images and illustrations, interactive games and activities, interactive maps, outline maps and flags, a biography center, science projects, and teacher resources.

World Book Info Finder

World Book Online Info Finder contains content and features designed for homework and research needs. Based on the World Book Encyclopedia, the site features rich multimedia, a collection of age-appropriate science fair projects, a biography center, virtual tours, video showcases, links to current events and world newspapers, 21st-century research skills, and much more.

World Book Online Reference Center

A powerful reference tool for advanced researchers and information seekers. In addition to the entire World Book Encyclopedia, the site features hundreds of thousands of complete e-books and primary source documents along with features developed especially for public library patrons. Tailored to the needs of patrons of high school age and above - computer and web tutorials provide help for novices. How To... documents offer information on skills for living, including applying for jobs, budgeting, transportation, and understanding health care issues. Research tools include: dictionary, Citation Builder, local and country research guides, Government Resources, Interactive Earth, and interactive maps and atlas. Individual accounts within the site offer users the ability to create and save content to their own research folders for later use.

World Book Spanish Language Encyclopedia

This comprehensive Spanish-language encyclopedia includes more than 100,000 articles, more than 8,500 images and maps, and nearly 1,000 videos, animations, sounds, and interactive media. It is designed for native Spanish speakers, bilingual students, and ESL/ELL program participants. Key features include: Broad coverage of all fields of knowledge, content is written from a Latin American perspective. Interactive world atlas with up-to-date information on all countries of the world for a true global perspective. More than 9,000 illustrations, videos, animations, and sounds contribute to comprehension. Thousands of links to editor-reviewed Web sites provide additional sounces of quality information. Content updated monthly ensures accuracy and currency.

WorldCat

OCLC catalog of books, web resources, and other material worldwide. Contains all the records cataloged by OCLC member libraries. Offers millions of bibliographic records.