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Resources

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HeritageQuest

HeritageQuest
Genealogy data from U.S. Census records 1790-1950 with over 25,000 original page images of full-text family and local histories, etc.
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Just for Kids (Access Video)

Just for Kids (Access Video)
Ad-free streaming quality educational videos, from read-alouds to TV shows like Arthur and the Berenstain Bears. Device agnostic, mobile friendly.
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Magzter Digital Magazines

Magzter Digital Library Edition

Access thousands of digital magazines - like The New Yorker, Women's Health, Vanity Fair, and US Weekly - using your browser or using the Magzter Library app for Android or iOS.

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Masterfile Complete

Masterfile Complete
A comprehensive collection of full-text general interest resources, including magazine and journal articles and a selection of subject-specific reference books.
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Municode - Falls Church Code

Municode - Falls Church Code
Online access to full City of Falls Church Code and Charter.
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New York Times

The New York Times
Search and read New York Times articles from 2008 - present. (Coverage extends to present day with a 30 day publisher embargo.)
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Novelist K-8

Novelist K-8
Search for children's fiction and nonfiction titles by author, plot, read-alikes, curriculum, and more.
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Novelist Plus

Novelist Plus
Search for adult & YA fiction and nonfiction titles by author, plot, theme, read-a-likes, and more.
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OverDrive/Libby eBooks & Audiobooks

Thousands of eBooks and eAudiobooks available to borrow right from your computer or mobile device. Download the Libby app or read on your Kindle.
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ProQuest Black Freedom Struggle in the US

ProQuest Black Freedom Struggle in the US
Primary source documents from historical newspapers, pamphlets, diaries and more covering specific time periods in U.S. history marked by opposition to African American freedom.
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Read Alouds

Read Alouds
Read Alouds are books that talk! This collection includes picture books with a built-in audiobook player as well as picture books with accompanying CDs.
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Read It!

Read It A Resource for English Language Learners
For students who are learning to read and adults new to English. Helps improve study skills and build a strong foundation in English grammar and reading comprehension.
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Thermal Cameras

Thermal Cameras
Borrow a thermal camera to view hot and cold spots in your home where air is escaping or insulation is insufficient. The camera attaches to your smartphone or tablet and runs off a free downloadable app.
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Transparent Language

Transparent Language Onliine

Learn 110+ languages (including ASL) at home, in the library, or on the go! Also provides English instruction for learners in 30+ different languages and an American Citizenship Test prep course. 

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Universal Class

Universal Class
Over 500 self-paced online continuing education courses covering personal finance, pet and animal care, career training, technology, health and medicine, and GED preparation.
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Virginia Chroncle

Virginia Chronicle Library of Virginia

Virginia Chronicle is a historical archive of Virginia newspapers, providing free access to full text searching and digitized images of over 3 million newspaper pages.

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