A-Z Resources

An award-winning online curriculum for young children from Age of Learning, Inc. For ages 2-7 & up. Available in Library only.

Full-text articles, abstracts, and indexing from scholarly journals and magazines on a wide variety of academic topics.

Video courses to improve basic skills in reading, writing, and math; prepare for the GED test; become a U.S. citizen or apply for a Green Card. Once on the site, select the area of your choice.

Full-text materials focusing on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to health care and wellness.

Genealogy and local history research: digitized images of the U.S. Federal Census from 1790 forward, Passenger, and Immigration Lists Index. Available for in-library use only. For remote access to genealogy research, please consider HeritageQuest.

Service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported cars, SUVs, vans, and trucks.

Enjoy instant, unlimited access to digital books, images, videos and more from libraries, artists, authors and others from your community and around the world.

Full-text biographies of notable people by occupation, nationality, gender, birthplace, and more.

A book recommendation and review website.

Book and audiobook recommendation guide for all ages, with reviews and author interviews that highlight the month's best new titles.

Interactive online tutoring for grades K-12, college intro, and adult learners. Available 3-10 PM daily. Tambien en Español.

Full-text articles from thousands of business journals and trade publications on the topics of economics, investing, management, and finance.

Practice exams and job skills tutorials to prepare you for a career in real estate, teaching, nursing, civil service, and other fields. Once on the site, select the area of your choice.

Evaluations and ratings of local service firms and businesses. Includes ratings for doctors and hospitals.

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Full-text articles from 1986 to present, plus full-color image editions from 2018 to present.

Full-text articles from 1996 to present.

Articles including obituaries and news stories from 1849-1995.

Practice tests for ACT, SAT, AP, and PSAT/NMSQT and help preparing college admission essays. Once on the site, choose the section of your choice.

Practice tests for GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MAT, PCAT, and CLEP. Once on the site, select the area of your choice.

Admissions resources for college applicants, including SAT/ACT practice tests, scholarship information, and FAFSA guidance. Connect with a live guidance counselor for help with essay writing, financial aid navigation and interview preparation.

Video courses from learning the basics of computers to using popular programs for word processing, creating spreadsheets and databases, and implementing design with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Windows, and Mac Operating Systems. Once on the site, choose the section of your choice.

Product ratings and reviews, advice, tips, and trends for consumers.

Online crafting classes taught by top artists and designers. Download patterns, templates, recipes and more.

Grades 3 & Up — Explore the United States in colorful kid friendly reports.

Grades 3 & Up — Experience the world through detailed cultural information on more than 200 countries.

Full-text articles from 1995 to present, plus full-color image editions from 2021 to present.

Online test prep to prepare for Illinois driving tests. Practice tests, traffic laws, manuals, and a FAQ section. No library card number needed.

Index of full-text electronic magazines, journals, and newspapers available through the Library’s databases.

All Ages — Spanish language database by World Book. Based on the award-winning Student Discovery Encyclopedia.

Grades K-8 — Full-text articles and pictures.

Full text articles and pictures for high school students and adults.

Access digital genealogical records. Some content is restricted and available in the Library only. Glenview Public Library is a FamilySearch Affiliate Library.

Access to multiple databases for articles and publications in business, management, science, humanities, education, health, and medicine.

A digital magazine platform that offers exclusive access to in-demand titles, including People, The Atlantic, Better Homes and Gardens, and more. Read issues in your browser or install the Flipster app on your device. All titles are available instantly — no holds, no checkout limits.

United States military records from the National Archives and other institutions, including historical documents, photos and personal histories.

Full-text articles from 1995 to present.

Full-text articles from 2010 to present.

Index of obituaries from local Glenview newspapers. Please contact the Reference Desk at 847-729-7500 x7700 to obtain copies of obituaries.

Searchable list of private and government funding opportunities, plus resources for writing and securing grant awards. Available for in-library use only.

Scholarly, government, and general interest articles on all aspects of human impact on the environment.

Full-text journals, pamphlets, and reference books about the medical sciences, food science, nutrition, childcare, sports medicine, and general health.

Scholarly full-text articles with an emphasis on nursing and allied health.

Research materials for tracing family history and American culture for beginning or professional genealogists.

Guided support and preparation for the GED test. Once on the site, select the area of your choice.

Full-text journals, magazines, reference books, and primary source documents covering topics in U.S. and world history, from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century.

Instructional guides and full-text articles for hobbyists, including project ideas for crafting, painting, woodworking and more.

Full-text articles and "how to" information for home improvement and do-it-yourself repair projects.

Stream or download eBooks, audiobooks, comics, music, movies, TV shows, magazines, and videos from The Great Courses to your computer or mobile device. Up to ten items per month, including 7-day unlimited access to magazines, Great Courses videos, or Curiosity Stream titles for just one borrow. All titles are immediately available – no holds!

Illinois newspaper catalog created by the University of Illinois-Champaign Library.

Catalog of materials for libraries throughout the state.

Practical tools, career resources, resume builder, and interview tips and coaching to help you get a job.

Stream thousands of independent and foreign films, TV shows, documentaries, and major studio releases, plus videos from The Great Courses. Ticket values vary by title. 24 tickets per month, plus unlimited titles from Kanopy Kids.

Online courses in math, writing, workplace skills; exam prep for education (GED, SAT, ACT); professional licensing exams; and courses for Microsoft Office software. Once on the site, choose the section of your choice.

Law guides from NOLO, state and federal legal forms, and full-text articles from scholarly law journals.

Download eBooks and audiobooks for kids to your computer, eReader or mobile device – up to ten items at a time. Download Magazines – unlimited checkouts.

Download eBooks and audiobooks to your computer, eReader or mobile device – up to ten items at a time. Download Magazines – unlimited checkouts.

Online video courses for business, software, technology, and creative skills taught by industry experts. To log in, use your Glenview Library card number and the password you use for the catalog. 

App Available. To use the app, enter glenviewpubliclibrary as your Library ID, then enter your library card number and the password you use for the catalog.

Full-text articles on literary topics, including critical essays, book reviews, author biographies, and synopses for literary works of all genres and time periods.

Self-paced video language courses for multiple languages and ESL courses. App Available.

Full-text articles from newspapers, academic journals, and popular magazines on a wide variety of subjects, plus reference books and video sources.

Stock, mutual fund, and ETF ratings and analysis for investors and researchers with investor education and portfolio analysis tools.

Full-text articles from 1985 to present.

Free daily access to the digital edition of The New York Times, including Cooking, Games & The Athletic. Register for a free account at nytimes.com, opens a new window, then use the links below to redeem a complimentary 24-hour access code.

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Full-color image editions of the Chicago Sun-Times and Daily Herald, plus full-text articles from The Glenview Announcements, Glenview Journal, and other local newspapers.

Historical newspapers from the 1700s to early 2000s; over 3,000 news titles from the U.S. and around the world.

News articles, business directories, and legal sources from LexisNexis, including historic U.S. Supreme Court decisions.

Discover authors, titles, genres or read-alikes. Includes book recommendations, reviews, reading lists, and book club resources.

Reading recommendations for grades K-8. Contains Lexile reading level and reading tips for parents and teachers.

Pebble Go is a pre-kindergarten to third grade resource for reading and research. It features five modules: Animals, Science, Biographies, Social Studies and Health. Each includes leveled text, educational games and video support to help emergent readers and researcher learn database and reading skills. 

Full-text journal articles, primary source documents, and reference books that provide a balance of viewpoints on a wide variety of controversial issues and hot political topics.

International and national newspapers and magazines in multiple languages. Read, listen, or browse page by page through each publication. PressReader App available: From the Sign in menu, select Glenview Public Library from the list of Libraries & Groups, then enter your card number.

The Chicago Tribune is not currently available through PressReader. Full-text articles from 1995 to present are available through The Chicago Tribune, opens a new window from ProQuest.

Full-text magazines and journals on popular subjects for students and adults.

Herramientas de aprendizaje, carrera y ciudadanía en español.

United States and Canadian telephone directory for residences and businesses. Create customized lists.

Regional business publications (including Crain Communications) within the United States.

Students in elementary, middle, and high school can prepare for tests, assignments and boost math, reading, science, and social studies skills. Once on the site, choose the section of your choice.

Full-text articles from scientific journals, encyclopedias, and reference books on a wide variety of topics, including biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, and more.

Tools for starting and running a small business, including full-text articles from top consumer reference books, plus a start-up kit, case studies, videos, and tips for writing business plans.

Repair guides for small engines, including ATVs, boats, motorcycles, and outdoor power equipment.

Citations and abstracts for popular professional journals for teachers and school administrators.

Full-text articles from international and regional newspapers, magazines, biographies, public opinion polls, book reviews, pamphlets, and government information.

A collection of animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, nonfiction books, and books in Spanish and French.

Full-text articles from major newspapers throughout the United States.

Investment research and rankings for stocks, funds, and options.

Full-text articles from 1984 to present.

Free access to the digital edition of The Wall Street Journal. Register for a free account to receive complimentary access for 72 hours. After 3 days, click the link again and sign in with your existing username and password to refresh your access.

Free weekly access to the digital edition of The Washington Post. Sign up with your email address for a free account. After 7 days, simply click on the link again to refresh your access.

Grade K-Adult — Encyclopedia, multimedia, e-books, and primary sources for grades K-adult.

Search for books and other materials in libraries throughout the world. App available.