Reference

The American Presidency Project is hosted by the University of California Santa Barbara and is a collection of documents, interviews, and speeches by past and present US presidents. It could be a great resource for school projects or just deep dives into American history.

Ancestry.com is a leading online genealogy platform that offers access to extensive historical records, family trees, and DNA tools for tracing family history. Patrons of the New Madrid County Library can take advantage of free access to Ancestry.com by visiting the New Madrid Memorial Library Branch, providing them with a rich resource for exploring their ancestry and uncovering their family roots.

Contact your library branch to get your account turned on!

Blackstone Unlimited offers literature in a wide variety of genres, sure to please patrons of all ages!

• Unlimited access to over 7,000 always-available downloadable audiobooks and Dozens of eMagazines
• Easy-to-use web platform and apps
• No holds, no waits, no caps
• Diverse and growing platform of downloadable audiobooks, including some of the world’s most prominent and bestselling authors such as Jeneva Rose, Karin Slaughter, Donna Leon, M.C. Beaton, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and James Clavell, among many others
• New titles added periodically at no additional charge
• Exclusive content!

This is a list of books on TeachingBooks that can be further filtered by a variety of parameters!

Self representation in the State of Missouri

This site was developed in partnership between the Missouri Research and Education Network (MOREnet) and the Missouri State Library (MOSL) to provide access to resources about technology, how to be safe and secure with it and understanding how to evaluate information found online. Here we have pulled together top resources widely available on the Internet, as well as unique resources that, because they are subscription-only research databases, are available only through your local school or library.

Empowers learners with digital citizenship skills to navigate today’s virtual landscape. Interactive activities guide students through project-based learning activities using digital tools to create podcasts, multimedia presentations, social media campaigns, and more. Database articles explore cyberbullying, digital research skills, citizen journalism, and more. (Rosen Digital)

Excel-Easy.com is a free, illustrated tutorial that provides step-by-step explanations and directions for 49 clustered features and 300 examples of applications of Microsoft Excel versions 2007-2024.

This website is designed to help students in grades 7-12 learn about financial literacy. It offers a variety of tools and resources to empower both teens and adults to take control of their financial futures.

Fueleconomy.gov is the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's source for fuel economy information. It allows users to find and compare the gas mileage of different vehicles, track a user's current vehicle's gas mileage, and provides information about economical gas usage.

HeritageQuest® Online is a comprehensive database of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. It delivers an essential collection of genealogical and historical sources—with coverage dating back to the 1700s. (ProQuest)

SBA (U.S. Small Business Administration) offers support for veterans as they enter the world of business ownership. Look for funding programs, training, and federal contracting opportunities.

Kanopy is a streaming app that features movies, series, documentaries, and animated books! Talk to your local branch librarian, call us at (573)379-3583, or email us at info@newmadridcountylibrary.com to learn how to get started!

The films that truly resonate with us do more than just entertain. They inspire us, enrich us, and challenge our perspectives. Kanopy ensures that these films reach viewers around the world.

We stream thoughtful entertainment to your preferred device with no fees and no commercials by partnering with public libraries and universities. Everyone from film scholars to casual viewers will discover remarkable and enriching films on Kanopy. Log in with your library membership and enjoy our diverse catalog with new titles added every month.

At Kanopy we believe in the power of film to bridge cultural boundaries and bring people together. Start watching today and expand your worldview with us.

Online practice tests, job and career resources

The Libby app provides patrons access to digital books, audiobooks, and magazines. Ask your branch librarian how to get set up today!

*Currently only available at the Portageville Branch.

The Library is excited to be able to offer our patrons these free online courses and assessments through Northstar. We are able to set up your learner account and provide proctored assessments by phone call or appointment (Please allow 24-48 hours) Once set up with a learner account, Patrons can access courses on Northstar at their own pace any time and anywhere they have access to a computer. Proctored assessments, however, must be done at the Portageville Library branch.

About Northstar

Northstar Digital Literacy defines basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. Online, self-guided modules assess the ability of individuals to perform tasks based on these skills. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in three main areas:

• Essential Computer Skills - Basic Computer Skills, Internet Basics, Using Email, Windows OS, Mac OS
• Essential Software Skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs
• Using Technology in Daily Life - Social Media, Information Literacy, Career Search Skills, Accessing Telehealth Appointments, Supporting K-12 Distance Learning, Your Digital Footprint.

Northstar was developed in response to the needs of job seekers who may lack the digital literacy skills needed to seek, obtain, and retain employment, as well as to perform other tasks in daily life. Northstar allows end users to freely take the assessments from anywhere via our homepage, but individuals can instead go to an approved Northstar location and obtain the Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate when they pass assessments. Certificates provide an important credential for employment, as even entry-level jobs increasingly require basic computer skills. Certificates also certify end user ability to complete computer skills needed in higher education, and demonstrate their ability to use social media and online information thoughtfully. If individuals do not pass, personalized assessment results provide a roadmap to relevant instruction, allowing them to retake the assessment once they have mastered the necessary skills. Northstar also includes learning resources to support adult learners to master the standards outlined. Learning resources include classroom curriculum that can be used in person or remotely, and Northstar Online Learning, which provides self-directed instruction and practice for individuals.

Founded in 2014, Presidents Website is a free resource that includes information on each US President, in-depth articles on historic events and people, downloadable resources and links to presidential resources from across the internet.

All content is written, reviewed by or edited by the Presidents.website staff and contributors.

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Retire Guide provides guides that provide comprehensive information about a variety of retirement topics. The following resources aim to educate and empower you to reach your retirement goals.

SciStarter is a directory of community driven science experiments that YOU can join!

What is Citizen Science?
As we face global challenges, we may want to find local ways to make a difference in protecting endangered species, safeguarding water sources, preventing disease or accelerating medical research. Science needs more eyes, ears and perspectives than any scientist possesses. Enter citizen science: a collaboration between scientists and those of us who are just curious or concerned and motivated to make a difference. People just like you are collecting data by taking photos of clouds or streams, documenting changes in nature, using smartphone sensors to help scientists monitor water and air quality or playing games to help advance health and medical research. A citizen science project can involve one person or millions of people collaborating towards a common goal. Typically, public involvement is in data collection, analysis or reporting.

Here are four common features of citizen science practice: (a) anyone can participate, (b) participants use the same protocol so data can be combined and be high quality, (c) data can help real scientists come to real conclusions and (d) a wide community of scientists and volunteers work together and share data to which the public, as well as scientists, have access. 

The fields that citizen science advances are diverse: ecology, astronomy, medicine, computer science, statistics, psychology, genetics, engineering and many more. The massive collaborations that can occur through citizen science allow investigations at continental and global scales and across decades—leading to discoveries that a single scientist could never achieve on their own.

"Community science," "participatory science," "amateur science," "crowdsourced science," "volunteer monitoring" and "public participation in scientific research" are also common aliases for citizen science.

MemoryCare.com is dedicated to providing the best, most comprehensive resources to those struggling with Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones.

This is a list of Teen Books on TeachingBooks. It can be further filtered for grade level and interests.

This website is dedicated to supporting the mental and physical well-being of teens. Explore resources on mental health, fitness, nutrition, and self-care, along with tips and tools to help you navigate the challenges of adolescence.

VetNow™ is a service that offers tailored support to veterans and their families.  The service includes live support with a veteran navigator; online expert assistance navigating the VA and benefits veterans are eligible for from local, state, and federal programs; help with transitioning to civilian employment and translating military skills for civilian jobs; and college preparation and support through a full suite of academic tools.

The subscription is available to state aid certified Missouri Public Libraries and is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Secretary of State.