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eMedia
Need help getting started with eMedia? Call us at 419.259.5200, try our online chat, or visit our How To page for instructional videos.
AudioBookCloud (access ends 8/31/2020)
AudioBookCloud is always available, no holds or checkout limits. An internet connection is needed to use AudioBookCloud, the materials are not downloadable to use offline.
BookFlix
Features: Watch, read and listen to animated picture books in nine categories, including Animals and Nature, People and Places, and Family and Communities. Includes fiction, nonfiction and some Spanish language titles. No waiting.
School information
Grade Levels: preschool and elementary school
Subjects: art/music, English/language arts, geography, history, math, science and social studies
Third-Party Provider: Scholastic
Flipster
Features: eMagazines are available instantly, no waiting
Need help? Try our online chat or check out EBSCO's help section.
Third-Party Provider: EBSCO
Freegal
Formats: Music, music videos and audiobooks
Features: Unlimited streaming music and 5 downloads per week
Need help? Try our online chat or check out Freegal's FAQ section.
Third-Party Provider: Library Ideas LLC
hoopla
Features: Everything is available instantly, no waiting - limit of 10 checkouts per month.
Need help? Try our online chat or check out hoopla's help section.
Third-Party Provider: Midwest Tape
Overdrive (Libby App)
Features: Largest selection of digital content. Limit of 20 checkouts per month.
Need help? Try our online chat or check out Overdrive's help section.
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Third-Party Provider: Overdrive
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RBdigital Audiobooks and Magazines
Features: Exclusive recorded audiobooks and eMagazines
Need help? Try our online chat or check out RBdigital's help section.
Third-Party Provider: RBdigital
RomanceBookCloud (access ends 8/31/2020)
RomanceBookCloud provides for unlimited and unrestricted access to a curated collection of romance eBooks. Whether it be contemporary, historical, time travel, paranormal or inspirational, you will love to read about love at RomanceBookCloud.
RomanceBookCloud is always available, no holds or checkout limits. An internet connection is needed to use RomanceBookCloud the materials are not downloadable to use offline.
ScienceFlix
Features: View educational videos, read articles, find experiments to try, take quizzes and explore trustworthy related websites on a variety of science topics including Earth, space science, life science, health and the human body, physical science, and tech, math and engineering. Also offers lesson plans, quizzes and projects for teacher use.
School information
Grade Levels: elementary school, middle school and high school
Subjects: geography, health, math, science and technology
Third-Party Provider: Scholastic
TeenBookCloud (access ends 8/31/2020)
Grade 7-12 ebook database
An online collection of eBooks, enhanced novels, graphic novels, videos and audio books, which offers students and adults of all reading levels access to an amazing range of content.
TeenBookCloud is always available, no holds or checkout limits. An internet connection is needed to use TeenBookCloud, the materials are not downloadable to use offline.
Toledo Library App
Unlock the full potential of your Toledo Lucas County Public Library card with our mobile app. Search, borrow and renew materials; access and update your Library card account; find exciting programs for all ages and interests; get location details, directions and hours; reserve a meeting room; connect with us via social media and more!
Third-Party Provider: Toledo Lucas County Public Library
TrueFlix
Features: View educational videos, read books and articles, take quizzes and explore trustworthy related websites on a comprehensive range of topics – from American history to geography to science. Each category also offers lesson plans for teachers. No waiting.
School information
Grade Levels: elementary school
Subjects: geography, history, science and social studies
Third-Party Provider: Scholastic
TumbleBookLibrary (access ends 8/31/2020)
TumbleBookLibrary has over 1100 titles for grades K-6, and includes unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, National Geographic videos, non-fiction books, playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French. Plus, the collection features Graphic Novels – a student favorite!
TumbleBookLibrary is always available, no holds or checkout limits. An internet connection is needed to use TumbleBookLibrary, the materials are not downloadable to use offline.
TumbleMath (access ends 8/31/2020)
K-6 math ebook database
TumbleMath is the most comprehensive collection of math picture books you will find anywhere. All in the amazing TumbleBook format complete with animation and narration. The books are accompanied by supplementary materials such as lesson plans and quizzes.
TumbleMath books are always available, no holds or checkout limits. An internet connection is needed to use TumbleMath ebooks, they are not downloadable to use offline.
World Book eBooks
Supports classroom instruction and library reading initiatives with over 2,500 titles, including World Book exclusive content and classic literature. 24/7 unlimited, simultaneous access. World Book eBooks also feature a free downloadable app compatible with Apple, Windows, and Android devices.
School information
Grade Levels: elementary school, middle school and high school
Subjects: art/music, English/language arts, health, history/government, science, social studies and technology
Third-Party Provider: World Book
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