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Kanopy
A streaming video platform for public libraries and universities that offers films and documentaries
Libby
A digital Library of eBooks, eAudiobooks, music, and video titles for streaming or download
Libby web
Now OverDrive has a new face! The usual digital library now has a new interface and is much simpler. You can now use Libby on your mobile device and also, on your computer!
LinkedIn Learning
An online learning platform with courses in business, software, technology, and creative skills
Gale
A digital information and program platform designed to provide research assistance and fact-based content
Arts And Culture By Google
A comprehensive list of top artist and museum collections to aid viewers in finding certain works of arts or institutions and for discovering new ones
America's News
Explore and stay informed on local and national topics, people, and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning the U.S. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.
COVID-19 Resources to Kids
COVID-19 Resources
Everyday Language & Learning Opportunities (ELLO)
Did you know that you can help boost children’s language and math skills AT THE SAME TIME?! ELLO (Everyday Language & Learning Opportunities) is a resource partially funded by the state of Washington’s STEM initiatives that helps caregivers and educators do just that!
Languages
Duolingo – Learn Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, and English for free.
Google Translate – Type text or a website address to translate it. Over 85 languages available.
Legal Resources
NW Justice Project– Washington’s publicly funded legal aid program; provides critical legal assistance and representation to low-income people.
Washington Law Help – Contains an extensive library of legal resources, self-help materials, and necessary court forms, all Washington State specific.
Ready.gov – FEMA-sponsored website to prepare, plan, and stay informed. Links to build your own survival kit, how to get involved in your community, and the location of local Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs).
Saving Family Treasures Guidelines– Information on recovering paper documents, photographs, books, magnetic and electronic data after a flood or other disaster.
Water flow rates in Western Washington– Real-Time Data for Washington: Streamflow, for USGS river gauges. Pick the station you’re interested in in the column on the left.
Other Resources
A comprehensive collection of useful links.
Books, Literature, and Libraries
Computer Skills
Consumer Information
Dictionaries and Encyclopedias
Educational Resources
Employment & Careers
Farming & Gardening
Genealogy
Senior Resources
Physical and Mental Health
Books, Literature, and Libraries
Goodreads– Discover, share, and review books with your friends and millions of others on this book focused social networking site.
DigitalLearn– Learn the basics from using a mouse to setting up an email account.
Goodwill Community Foundation– From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers 125 tutorials, including more than 1,100 lessons, videos, and interactives, completely free.
Microsoft IT Academy– This is a great program for the people of our community who want to improve their job skills or learn basic, advanced computer skills in general. All of the online training included in the IT Academy program is free. Come to the library to receive instructions and help on how to get started with Microsoft IT Academy. Detailed instructions are available here.
Data Detox Kit – The Data Detox Kit’s clear suggestions and concrete steps help people harness all aspects of their online lives, making more informed choices and changing their digital habits in ways that suit them.
Cover Your Tracks– How does tracking technology follow your trail around the web, even if you’ve taken protective measures? Cover Your Tracks shows you how trackers see your browser. It provides you with an overview of your browser’s most unique and identifying characteristics.
Kanopy– Kanopy is a streaming service geared towards libraries who want to provide thoughtful and engaging entertainment for their patrons. Kanopy provides access to over 30,000 documentaries, hit Hollywood films, and children’s programming for free – all you need is your library card! Films, TV episodes, and educational videos from the Criterion collection, PBS, The Great Courses, and more will be available on your computer, tablet, or smartphone 24/7 to inspire, educate, and entertain all without commercials or hidden fees. There is something in Kanopy’s catalog for everyone. Kanopy also offers a special service for young patrons – Kanopy Kids!
Khan Academy– Khan Academy offers free practice exercises and instructional videos that tackle math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more.
LinkedIn Learning offers the ability to learn new skills without having to pay tuition for college courses. LinkedIn Learning is an online learning platform that offers a plethora of in-depth classes on a variety of topics taught by professionals and industry leaders to help you develop skills for work, hobbies, art, and self-improvement. Now, through the Upper Skagit Library, patrons can access these offerings for free! Classes on LinkedIn Learning range from art, graphic design, music, writing, business, marketing, project management, programming/coding, and in-depth looks at specific software used in all of these industries. Many courses are closed captioned and offered in multiple languages. LinkedIn Learning also offers “Learning Paths” – recommendations on which classes to take on your journey into a particular career, such as becoming a music producer, improving your songwriting skills, becoming a small business owner, transitioning from the military into civilian employment, becoming a graphic designer, publishing an eBook, becoming an app developer or web designer, or making your own film. Together, LinkedIn Learning and the Upper Skagit Library want to help you learn the skills you need to achieve your full potential.
Starfall– Teaches phonics using interactive stories, songs, sounding out words, and much more.
PBS Kids– Educational games and videos from Curious George, Wild Kratts and other PBS KIDS shows.
Sesame Street– Play educational games, watch videos, and print coloring pages with Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, and more.
Seussville – Official site of Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat featuring games, printable activities, and more.
Smithsonian Education– Explore, Discover, Learn: Art and culture, history and travel, science and nature. Explore all the Smithsonian has to offer for kids.
Hard Times Resources– Useful resources for tough economic times, compiled by the State Library.
Occupational Outlook Handbook– For hundreds of different types of jobs, the Occupational Outlook Handbook reports the training and education needed, earnings, expected job prospects, what workers do on the job, and working conditions.
CV Maker– Free resume writing examples and tips to write a resume.
USAJOBS – The official job site of the United States Federal Government employment.
Washington CareerBridge– Career Bridge is Washington’s one-stop source for career and education planning. Explore careers, view job trends, and find education.
WorkSource Washington– Search for employment by city and region in Washington State. It also has resume help, useful employment links, job listings from online newspapers throughout the state, wage and occupation information for the state and the nation, information on state training programs, job search tutorials and much more!
