Online Resources: A-Z List

Access World News - News Bank

Global information on topics related to business, economics, education, government, health, homework help, international studies, politics, science, social issues, sports, STEM, and more from a variety of news media.

Beanstack

Build a culture of reading for yourself and your family. Enjoy tons of digital reading challenges for all ages and interests. Track your reading and stay motivated to read regularly. Easily accessible online or through the Beanstack Mobile App.

Brainfuse HelpNow

Live tutors available from 1PM – 10PM daily to help you ace your homework or prepare for the GED, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, and AP exams! Access practice tests, submit research papers and resumes to the writing lab, prep for the US Citizenship test, advance your Microsoft Office skills, and more. También disponible en español.

Britannica Library

The Encyclopedia Britannica online, plus a dictionary, thesaurus, world atlas, and more.

Chilton Library

Detailed information for vehicle maintenance and repairs. Includes diagrams, close up photographs and visuals, a labor estimating tool, and ASE test prep quizzes for the most popular certification exams.

Comics Plus

Choose from thousands of comics, graphic novels, and manga and enjoy them instantly straight from your device.

Comics Plus for Kids

Unlimited access to thousands of digital comics and manga just for kids!

Consumer Reports

Independent and unbiased ratings, reviews, and research for nearly every type of product or service.

Creativebug

Thousands of art and craft video classes taught by design experts and artists.

Foundation Directory Online - in library access only

Comprehensive database with quick access to information about grants, grant makers, funding trends, and philanthropy news. Accessible in all 30 NCW Libraries locations.

Gale

A global leader in resources for education, and learning. From hobbies, health, and magazines to education, business, and news, start exploring today.

Grants to Individuals - in library access only

Find a wide range of funding support and information for individuals seeking scholarships, student loans, fellowships, internships, arts and cultural projects, research, and general welfare. Accessible in all 30 NCW Libraries locations.

HeritageQuest

Census records, cemetery records, city directories, military records, immigration records, the Freedman’s bank and more.

Hoopla

Digital media streaming service with movies, tv shows, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and more.

IRIS NCW Collection

A collaborative effort between NCW Libraries and Initiative for Rural Innovation and stewardship, this database is home to hundreds of oral histories, stories, and other content.

Kanopy

On demand streaming platform featuring over 30,000 documentaries, classic, and Indie films. Stream on your desktop, mobile device, or TV.

Libby

Our largest collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and digital magazines for all ages. New titles are added weekly.

LinkedIn Learning

Video courses taught by industry experts in software, technology, creative, and business skills.

Microsoft Learn

Develop your computer skills, become proficient in Microsoft software, learn about web development, and more!

New York Times

Full online access to the daily newspaper that has won more Pulizter Prizes and citations than any other news organization. Tambien disponible en español.

Northstar

Master basic skills needed to use a computer and the Internet in daily life, work, and school.

Novelist K-8 Plus

Find your next favorite book with recommendations for kids and teens in Kindergarten through 8th grade! Type in the title of a book you love and this database will suggest similar books.

Novelist Plus

Find your next favorite book with recommendations for all ages, kids through adults.

Peterson’s Test and Career Prep

From the high school or community college student seeking an internship to the white-collar professional thinking about switching careers, Peterson’s exam and test prep and career resources are essential tools to help people make the most of the opportunities out there in both the academic and business world.

Rosetta Stone

Online language learning with 30 languages offered including English as a second language. También disponible en español.

Seattle Times Collection - News Bank

The Seattle Times archives from 1985 – current with full color newspaper pages, individual full-text articles, and content only published online.

TumbleBook Library

Animated talking picture and chapter books for elementary readers. También disponible en español.

Washington Digital Newspapers

Washington State Library’s collection of digitized historic newspapers from across Washington state. All newspapers are searchable and easy to browse.

Washington Rural Heritage

Documents the early culture, industry, and community life of Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Grant, and Okanogan Counties.

Wenatchee World Archives - News Bank

Full-text access to local and regional news articles published in the Wenatchee World from 1975 to today.