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"I do not believe that civilization will be wiped out in a war fought with the atomic bomb. Perhaps two-thirds of the people of the Earth might be killed, but enough men capable of thinking, and enough books, would be left to start again, and civilization could be restored."

—Albert Einstein (1875-1955) German-born American theoretical physicist, theories of relativity, philosopher

 

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Did you know that the Carnegie Public Library provides access to thousands of magazines, poems, newspaper articles and other information sources through its online databases? And in many cases, you don't even have to come to the library to have access. If you have a home computer and a library card, you can log on using your card number. For questions about these resources, please contact the reference department at 719-846-6841. Remember, you must have a library card in order to use these resources from home.


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Academic Search Elite  

This collection of full text articles and journals offers information in nearly every area of academic study including: computer sciences, engineering, physics, chemistry, language and linguistics, arts & literature, medical sciences, ethnic studies, and many more.Access: Click here.


Business Source Elite  

This premier resource provides access to over 1,000 business publications general magazines to trade publications and top management journals as well as over 10,000 company profiles.Access: Click here.


EBSCOAnimals   

This resource provides thousands of easy-to-read entries about mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, dinosaurs and prehistoric animals. Each entry begins with a simple category breakdown of the animal including Kingdom, Class, Order, Genus & Species, and Geographical Locale as well as a detailed description. Many entries include colorful images. Access: Click here.


Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia  

Access to thousands of encyclopedia entries on a variety of topics. Access: Click here.


   Interlibrary Loan Service

Interlibrary Loan service provides patrons with a way to obtain materials their local library does not have in its collection.  This link will allow you to find out if another area library has what you want. 

Once you enter the site (at http://swift.aclin.org), choose the button on the left that says "BibSearch" and then choose one of the options in the drop down box in the box. Choosing "ALL LIBRARIES" will result in a long wait with many hits.  Choosing "SouthEast Search" will take less time because it will only search libraries in southeastern Colorado, but the results will not be as complete.  Interlibrary Loan Services information.


MAS Ultra School Edition  

Specifically designed to provide high school students with full text access to periodicals, reference books, primary source documents, biographies, and more. Access: Click here.


MasterFILE Elite  

MasterFILE™ Elite contains nearly 1,750 periodicals covering general reference, business, health, education, general science, multicultural issues and much more. Also find nearly 500 full text reference books and biographies.  Also use this resource to access Consumer Reports online for free. Access: Click here.


Middle Search Plus  

Middle school students can access biographies, historical essays, encyclopedias, and popular, middle school magazines. Access: Click here.


Newspaper Source  

Selected full text from national and regional US newspapers including the Denver Post, Greeley Tribune and Pueblo Chieftain, and transcripts from TV and radio news. Access: Click here.


Primary Search  

Access to articles and information from popular, elementary school magazines, encyclopedias, and dictionaries. Access: Click here.


Regional Business News  

This premier resource provides access to 50 regional business publications. Access: Click here.


TOPICsearch  

This current events database allows researchers to explore social, political & economic issues, scientific discoveries and other popular topics discussed in today's classrooms including controversial opinions and viewpoints. Access: Click here.


 

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