Online Databases & Reference Resources
Please note - The "In Library" use of databases option is not available at Harrow or the Mobile library. Access to some of these databases requires "Cookies" to be enabled on your PC and also the use of pop-ups.
History & Biography |
Literature & Books |
Science & Technology |
Health |
Encyclopedias & General Reference |
Online Tutoring |
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American History Online- Facts on File's database spans more than 500 years of political, military, social, and cultural history, highlighting the important people and events of the United States of America. |
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Ancestry- a genealogy research tool with access to a wide range of unique resources for genealogical and historical research. With more than 1.5 billion names in over 4,000 databases, Ancestry includes records from the United States Census, military records, court, land and probate records, vital and church records, directories, passenger lists and more. These collections are continuously expanding, with new content added every business day. |
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Ancient and Medieval History Online- Explores the pre-modern world with in-depth focus on Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Asia. |
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Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre- Australia/NZ Reference Centre combines Australasian magazines, newspapers, newswires and reference books. This database includes leading Australia/NZ periodicals and international periodicals in full text; full text reference books; 84,774 full text biographies and an Image Collection of 276,132 photos, maps and flags. |
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Biography Resource Centre- This is a comprehensive database of biographical information on nearly 220,000 people from throughout history and around the world, including Australian content. |
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Bloom's Literary Reference Online- Examines great writers, important works, memorable characters, and influential movements and events in world literature. |
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Books & Authors- Search for books in your favourite genre or books that are similar to your favourite novel or author. |
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Consumer Health Complete- Consumer Health Complete (CHC) is a comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content. It is designed to support patients' information needs and foster an overall understanding of health-related topics. CHC provides content covering all areas of health and wellness from mainstream medicine to the many perspectives of complementary, holistic and integrated medicine. This full text database covers topics such as aging, cancer, diabetes, drugs & alcohol, fitness, nutrition & dietetics, children's health, men & women's health, etc.Information provided in this database should not be viewed as a means for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. |
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Encyclopaedia Britannica Online- Encyclopaedia Britannica Library Edition, offers access to Junior, Student and full version of Encyclopaedia Britannica. |
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Fiction Connection- A Reader's Advisory service to help you locate titles similar to books you have already enjoyed. |
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Gale Virtual Reference Library- Reference eBooks in the areas of Literature, Music, Biography, Medicine |
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General Onefile- General OneFile is a comprehensive periodical resource that puts more than 60 million articles at your fingertips with a single search query. More than 11,000 titles and backfile coverage from 1980 - from mainstream to specialized sources. |
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Good Reading- An Australian resource with information on “Everything About Books” including thousands of easy to read independent book reviews and lots of interesting Australian and International articles, author profiles, stories on writers’ houses, bookshops, short stories, book trivia and more. |
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Health & Wellness Resource Centre & Alternative Health Module- Use this database to find magazines, journals, newspapers, definitions, directories, and information on: Fitness, Pregnancy, Medicine, Nutrition, Diseases, Public Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Alcohol and Drug abuse, Prescription Drugs, Herbal remedies, and alternative or complementary treatments, etc.Information provided in this database should not be viewed as a means for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. |
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Health Reference Centre- Provides clear and comprehensive information on conditions and diseases, health and wellness, mental health, and the human body.Information provided in this database should not be viewed as a means for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. |
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MasterFILE Premier- Designed specifically for public libraries, MasterFILE Premier contains full text for nearly 1,730 periodicals covering general reference, business, health, education, general science, multicultural issues and much more. This database also contains full text for nearly 500 reference books, 85,639 biographies, 104,481 primary source documents, and an Image Collection of 276,132 photos, maps & flags. |
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Modern World History Online- Covers the people, places, and events in the broad expanse of history—from mid-15th century to the present. |
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Price It - Antiques & Collectibles- is the most comprehensive antique and collectible pricing tool in the world. It is an online resource that gives you more than 20 million realized prices on treasures people collect, buy and trade. It has a constantly updated and growing database with more than 10 million images and 125 searchable categories, with information coming fom eBay and GoAntiques.. |
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Safari Tech Books Online- a collection of online computer eBooks. |
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Science Online- Presents a broad range of scientific disciplines through extensive definitions, essays, diagrams, biographies, and experiments. |
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Science Resource Centre- is an in-depth science database that provides a one-stop resource for all science-related research needs. This 24/7 resource includes biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, math, environmental science, life science, medicine, space science, computer science, technology, history of science, science-related biographies and more. |
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TumbleBooks- the TumbleBook Library is a collection of animated, talking picture books and includes puzzles and quizzes based on the books. |
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Word Atlas- Combines detailed, printable, full-color maps of countries, provinces, and states with up-to-date statistical and local information. |
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World Book Online- online access to the World Book Encyclopaedia (Home use Requires Internet Explorer) |
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YourTutor- Free online tutoring for students (Years 4-12), in maths, science, social studies or English, from online tutors. Available from 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Please note: Home access of the service requires the installation of software on your PC. |
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