Academic Search Complete

Here you'll find peer-reviewed journals on a variety of academic topics. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

AGRICOLA

Here you'll find access to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agriculture Library. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Science & Technology

ALT HealthWatch

Here you'll find information about complementary and alternative medicine. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Health & Medicine

Ancestry

Here you'll find access to resources that can help in your genealogy/family history research.  Types of records you might find include census and voter lists, birth, marriage and death records; immigration and travel records; military records and more. Remote access to Ancestry Library Edition ended as of 12/31/2021. Please visit your local branch for on-site access. 

Found In: Genealogy & Local History

Ballotpedia

"Ballotpedia is the digital encyclopedia of American politics and elections. Our goal is to inform people about politics by providing accurate and objective information about politics at all levels of government. We are firmly committed to neutrality in our content."

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Law & Government, Voting & Elections

Bibliography of Indigenous Peoples in North America

Here you'll find information on all aspects of native North American culture, history, and life. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Social Sciences, Genealogy & Local History

Biography (Gale In Context)

Here you'll find information on people from throughout history and around the world.

Video Tutorials: Topic Pages Downloading and Sending to Google Drive and OneDrive

Found In: Biography, Encyclopedias & Reference, Homework

Book Review Digest Plus

Here you'll find book reviews on a wide range of topics from a variety of sources.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Books & Reading, Literature & Literary Criticism

Business Abstracts with Full Text

Here you'll find access to full-text articles from hundreds of publications as well as product evaluations, interviews, biographical sketches, corporate profiles, statistical rankings and more.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Business & Finance

Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Reference

Here you'll find coverage of all aspects of business continuity and disaster recovery.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Business & Finance

Business Source Complete

Here you'll find access to journals and other resources such as faculty seminars (videos) covering all aspects of business, including marketing, management, accounting, finance and economics.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Business & Finance

Catalog of U.S. Government Publications

Here you'll find a resource for locating government publications and documents. From the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Found In: Law & Government

Chilton Library (Gale)

Here you'll find access to Chilton car repair guides and diagrams. Video Tutorials: ASE Test Prep, Labor Estimates, Repair Manuals, Technical Service Bulletins, Vehicle Maintenance.

Found In: Automotive, Do-It-Yourself (DIY), Hobbies & Crafts

Computer Source

Here you'll find the latest information and current trends in technology. Covers topics such as computer science, programming, artificial intelligence, information systems, robotics, software and more.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Computers, Science & Technology

Consumer Health Complete

"The most comprehensive database for consumer-oriented health content, Consumer Health Complete is designed to help users gain an overall understanding of key topics across the health and wellness spectrum — from mainstream medicine to complementary, holistic and integrated medicine."

Found In: Health & Medicine

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information (State of Texas)

Resources & information on COVID-19 from the state of Texas.  

Found In: Texas & Harris County, COVID-19

COVID-19 (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention)

Here you'll find access to information on COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Found In: COVID-19, Health & Medicine

Credo

Here you'll find general reference resources, including encyclopedias and dictionaries, as well as videos, images, and maps.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Homework

Data Axle Reference Solutions (Reference USA)

Formerly ReferenceUSA. Same great resource with a new name! Here you'll find information on company organizational structure, marketing research, U.S. standard residential and business directories, job/internship postings, consumer lifestyle research and more. 

Found In: Business & Finance, Encyclopedias & Reference, Jobs & Careers

Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)

Here you'll find a curated list of open access peer-reviewed journals.

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

eBook Central & eLibro

Here you'll find eBooks primarily covering topics within the fields of science and technology. (English & Spanish-language eBooks available.)

Found In: Books & Reading, Science & Technology, Español

EBSCO eBooks

Search for and read thousands of books online, many of which can be downloaded.

Video Tutorials: Reading EBSCO eBooks Downloading EBSCO eBooks to Your Mobile Device  

Found In: Books & Reading, Digital Media

EBSCOhost

Here you'll find a way to search multiple EBSCO databases.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

EBSCOhost Español

Aquí encontrará una manera de realizar una búsqueda a travéz de múltiples bases de datos de EBSCO. El interfaz de la búsqueda está en español con los artículos en inglés. En algunas de las bases de datos hay opción de la traducción. 

Vídeo Tutorial:EBSCOHost búsqueda básica

Found In: Español

EDGAR

"EDGAR, the Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval system, is the primary system for companies and others submitting documents under the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Trust Indenture Act of 1939, and the Investment Company Act of 1940.  Containing millions of company and individual filings, EDGAR benefits investors, corporations, and the U.S. economy overall by increasing the efficiency, transparency, and fairness of the securities markets. The system processes about 3,000 filings per day, serves up 3,000 terabytes of data to the public annually, and accommodates 40,000 new filers per year on average."  Using EDGAR to research investments: https://www.sec.gov/oiea/Article/edgarguide.html

Found In: Business & Finance, Law & Government

Education Resources Information Center (ERIC)

Here you'll find education-related articles, citations, and abstracts.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

Educational Administration Abstracts

"Educational Administration Abstracts is a database providing bibliographic records covering all areas of educational administration, including educational leadership, educational management and educational research.

Found In: Education & Libraries

Essay & General Literature Index

Here you'll find journal articles covering the humanities and social sciences.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Literature & Literary Criticism, Homework

Explora

Here you'll find research resources chosen for students.  Includes books, magazines, journals, videos, and more.

Video Tutorial: Explora for Primary School (K-5) Users & Explora for Middle and High School Users

Found In: Homework, Teens, Kids

Family Search

Here you'll find a family history organization that provides free access to genealogy research tools such as family-tree building, digitized records and family history books from around the world, a research wiki, online classes and more.

Found In: Genealogy & Local History

Family Studies Abstracts

"With bibliographic records covering family dynamics topics, Family Studies Abstracts is an excellent source for family studies researchers. Scholars can access unique content and highly regarded works."

Found In: Social Sciences

Federal Register

Here you'll find articles from the Federal Register, a daily publication covering federal regulations, proposed rules and public notices, executive orders, and other presidential documents.Jointly administered by the National Archives & Records Administration and the U.S. Government Printing Office.

Found In: Law & Government

Flipster

The magazines you know and love, available digitally.  TIP: When logging in on the Flipster app choose "Harris Co Public Library" rather than your local branch to make sure your library card number is recognized.  Tutorials: Flipster for Desktop Computers, Flipster App for iPad & iPhone, Flipster App for Android & Kindle Fire

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

Freegal Music

Freegal® Music offers access to about 15 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists, and over 40,000 music videos. Unlimited streaming and three downloads per week. 

Found In: Digital Media

Fuente Academica Premier

Aquí encontrará acceso a revistas académicas de editoriales latinoamericanas y españolas en texto completo. Oprima la imagen y baje el cursor a "Fuente Académica Premier." 

Vídeo Tutorial: EBSCOHost búsqueda básica

Found In: Español

Funk & Wagnall's New Encyclopedia

Here you'll find an encyclopedia covering many subject areas. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Homework, Kids

Glassdoor

Offers an inside look at thousands of companies. Salary information, reviews, and interview questions.

Found In: Jobs & Careers

GreenFILE

Here you'll find a collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles covering all aspects of human impact to the environment. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Science & Technology

Handbook of Texas Online

Here you'll find articles on Texas history, geography, culture, and more.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Genealogy & Local History, Texas & Harris County, Homework

Harris County

Here you'll find information on the current leadership, various departments, latest news and more for Harris County, Texas.

Found In: Law & Government, Texas & Harris County

Harris County Archives

Here you'll find information on the archives of Harris County, Texas.  Collections include records from county offices such as the Assessor and Collector of Taxes, Justices of the Peace, Commissioners, County Judges and more.  Also includes private manuscript, map and photograph collections.

Found In: Genealogy & Local History, Texas & Harris County

Harris County Public Library Digital Archive

HCPL Digital Archive is an online archive of historical and cultural materials that illustrate the continuing story of the library, our partners, and our community. Our collections are curated by the Harris County Archives and Harris County Public Library. The site, exhibits, collections, and individual items are managed and maintained by the Harris County Public Library. 

Found In: Genealogy & Local History, Texas & Harris County

Harris Votes

Harris County Elections Administrator. Here you can find information on voter registration, sample ballots, elections calendar and more. 

Found In: Law & Government, Texas & Harris County, Voting & Elections

HCPL OverDrive Collection

eBooks, eAudio, Digital Magazines & more. Also available are materials in world languages such as Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Urdu, Vietnamese & more.

Found In: Digital Media, Books & Reading, Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

Health & Medicine (Gale OneFile)

Here you'll find articles about fitness, medicine, nutrition, diseases, and public health. 

Video Tutorials: Topic Finder,Downloading and Sending to Google Drive and OneDrive

Found In: Health & Medicine

Health Source: Consumer Edition

Here you'll find information about a wide variety of health topics. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Health & Medicine

Health Source: Nursing/Academic

Here you'll find articles about nursing and other medical disciplines. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Health & Medicine

Heritage Quest

Here you'll find primary sources dating back to the 1700s. Contains six core resources: U.S. Federal Censuses, genealogy and local history books, Periodical Source Index (PERSI), Revolutionary War Records, Freedman's Bank Records and the LexisNexis U.S. Serial Set.

Found In: Genealogy & Local History

Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center

Here you'll find detailed "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast.  Covers arts & crafts, collecting, home & garden, games, models, sewing, knitting, crocheting and more. 

Video Tutorial: Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center

Found In: Do-It-Yourself (DIY), Hobbies & Crafts

Home Improvement Reference Center

Here you'll find detailed, user-friendly "how-to" information on a variety of home improvement and repair projects. 

Found In: Do-It-Yourself (DIY), Hobbies & Crafts

Houston Chronicle (Newsbank)

Here you'll find Houston Chronicle articles from 10/29/1985 to the present. Digital image edition available from 10/24/2017 to present. To read the digital image edition click the listing on the menu with "image" as the format.  Click on "All Databases" to see other available collections from Newsbank: Houston Community Weeklies, Texas Newspaper collection, America's News, Special Reports & Hot Topics from around the nation. 

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

Houston Community Weeklies (Newsbank)

Here you'll find local weekly publications from around the Houston area usually folded into the Houston Chronicle. Dates range from 10/31/2018-present. Available in digital image edition. 

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

Humanities Full Text

Here you'll find full-text articles, abstracts and bibliographic indexing of scholarly sources in the humanities. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Social Sciences

Information Science & Technology Abstracts

Here you'll find articles on all aspects of information science and librarianship. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

Kanopy

Kanopy is a streaming video service focusing on critically-acclaimed documentaries, foreign films & classic cinema. 

Found In: Digital Media

League of Women Voters of Houston

Here you'll find information on the local Houston chapter of the League of Women Voters, their initiatives, how to become a member, the Voters Guide and more. 

Found In: Law & Government, Texas & Harris County, Voting & Elections

Learning Express: College Admissions Test Preparation

Here you'll find resources for college admissions test preparation, including ACT, SAT, TOEFL iBT and more. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource. Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page & Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress

Found In: School & College Prep, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: Computer Skills Center

Here you'll find resources for building and improving computer skills. Includes courses on popular software tools. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource. Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page & Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress  

Found In: Computers, Jobs & Careers, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: High School Equivalency Center

Here you'll find resources to build basic skills and to prepare for high school equivalency exams such as the GED. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource. Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page & Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress

Found In: School & College Prep, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: Job & Career Accelerator

Here you'll find access to resources for your job and career search. Includes tools to create your resume and cover letter. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource. Tutorial: Navigating Job & Career Accelerator

Found In: Jobs & Careers, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: Recursos Para Hispanohablantes

Aquí encontrará recursos para mejorar sus habilidades gramaticales, de lectura, y matemáticas.  De igual manera, encontrará las herramientas necesarias de preparación para los exámenes de GED y de ciudadanía. Debe crear una cuenta gratuita de Learning Express para utilizar este recurso. 

Found In: Español, Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers, Languages

LearningExpress Library

Here you'll find access to all the resources included under the Learning Express platform, including Job & Career Accelerator. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource. Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page & Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress

Found In: Computers, Homework, Jobs & Careers, Languages, School & College Prep, Education & Libraries

Legal Collection

Here you'll find full-text articles from scholarly law journals. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Law & Government

Legal Forms (Gale)

Here you'll find legal forms, including wills, leases, power of attorney, divorce and more.

Video Tutorials: Finding Documents & Legal Tools.

Found In: Law & Government

Legal GPS

Legal GPS is an interactive platform that gives business owners step-by-step, customized directions to complete 50+ legal essentials. Simply answer a few questions, complete step-by-step legal directions personalized for each business, then receive a personalized Legal GPS Status Report containing a legal scorecard, a quick guide sheet to help legally in the future, and a completion certificate. Saves owners $4500 in legal fees and 60+ hours.

Video Tutorial: Legal GPS Demo Video

Found In: Law & Government, Business & Finance, Jobs & Careers

Legal Information Reference Center

Here you'll find forms, guides, and how-to instructions for a range of legal issues. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Law & Government

Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts

Here you'll find indexed over 500 journals, books, research reports and proceedings in the field of library and information science. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

Linkedin Learning

Linkedin Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is an on-demand learning solution designed to help you gain new skills and advance your career. Mobile-responsive for smart phones & tablets.

Now available through the LinkedIn Learning app. HCPL's Library ID is hcpl. Please click here for answers to frequently asked questions.   

Found In: Business & Finance, Computers, Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers

Literary Reference Center

Here you'll find information on authors and works of literature. 

Video Tutorial: Literary Reference Center

Found In: Literature & Literary Criticism, Homework

MAS Complete

Here you'll find research resources chosen for high school students. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Homework, Teens

MasterFILE Complete

Here you'll find access to popular magazines and journals on wide variety of topics. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

MedicLatina

Aquí encontrará acceso a revistas sobre investigación médica de editoriales latinoamericanas en texto completo. 

Vídeo Tutorial: EBSCOHost búsqueda básica

Found In: Español

MEDLINE

Here you'll find academic articles from the National Library of Medicine. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Health & Medicine

Medline Plus

Here you'll find information for patients and families on a wide variety of health topics, including drugs and supplements, from the National Library of Medicine.

Found In: Health & Medicine

Middle Search Plus

Here you'll find research resources chosen for middle school and junior high students. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Homework, Kids, Teens

Military & Government Collection

Here you'll find current news about the military and government. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Law & Government

Money Smart

Here you'll find financial training from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).

Found In: Business & Finance, Education & Libraries, Law & Government

Morningstar

Here you'll find information to help with personal investments. Topics covered include stocks, funds, ETFs, as well as articles, videos and investment skills training.  

Found In: Business & Finance

Natural & Alternative Treatments

Here you'll find information about health conditions, herbs and supplements, and alternative therapies. 

Found In: Health & Medicine

Newspaper Source Plus

Here you'll find full-text national and international newspapers. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

NoveList K-8 Plus

Here you'll find reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers in grades K-12. Video Tutorial: Using Basic Search & Searching for Read-alikes

Found In: Books & Reading, Kids, Teens

NoveList Plus

Here you'll find reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages.

Video Tutorial: Using Basic Search & Searching for Read-alikes

Found In: Books & Reading

O'Reilly for Public Libraries (formerly Safari Books Online)

Here you'll find technology eBooks, interactive learning courses and more ranging from basic computer use to more advanced topics for programmers, coders and other IT professionals.   

Found In: Books & Reading, Computers, Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers, Science & Technology, Business & Finance

Occupational Outlook Handbook

Here you'll find information about different careers including required education, salary ranges, and job prospects from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Jobs & Careers, Law & Government

Office of the Texas Governor

Office of the Governor of Texas. Here you'll find information on the initiatives of the current governor and how to reach out to the governor's office. 

Found In: Law & Government, Texas & Harris County

Opposing Viewpoints (Gale In Context)

Here you'll find resources for researching social issues like environmentalism, ethics, politics, and more. 

Video Tutorials: Topic Pages Downloading and Sending to Google Drive and OneDrive

Found In: Social Sciences, Homework

Play Index

Here you'll find information on classic and contemporary plays and playwrights. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Literature & Literary Criticism, Homework

Portal to Texas History

"The Portal to Texas History is a gateway to rare, historical, and primary source materials from or about Texas. Created and maintained by the University of North Texas Libraries, the Portal leverages the power of hundreds of content partners across the state to provide a vibrant, growing collection of resources."

Found In: Genealogy & Local History, Texas & Harris County

PressReader

Get unlimited access to more than 7,000 of the world's top newspapers and magazines as soon as they're available on shelves. No limits on downloads. Read in your browser or via the free PressReader app.  How-To Guides and How-To Videos to get you started.   

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

Primary Search

Here you'll find research resources chosen for elementary school students. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Homework, Kids

Professional Development Collection

Here you'll find access to professional development journals for educators. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers

Psychology & Behavioral Sciences Collection

Here you'll find academic articles covering a variety of topics in the fields of psychology, psychiatry and counseling. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Health & Medicine, Social Sciences

PubMed.gov

Here you'll find a full range of resources for health and medical article abstracts from the National Library of Medicine.

Found In: Health & Medicine

Race Relations Abstracts

"An essential resource for ethnic and racial studies, this database includes abstracting for the top academic journals, books, periodicals and newspapers related to the field."

Found In: Social Sciences

Read the Books

Here you'll find access to area school reading lists and specialized searches of kids' books in the HCPL catalog.

Found In: Books & Reading, Kids, Homework

Ready Harris

"This site provides user-friendly access to information on how to prepare for all types of disasters, highlights access to real-time alerts regarding ongoing emergencies, and connects you with state-of-the-art tools available to help you plan, recover, and stay safe." 

Found In: Texas & Harris County, COVID-19

Referencia Latina

"Esta base de datos de texto completo en español cubre una amplia gama de temas dentro y fuera de la academia. Ofrece contenido de una variedad de fuentes, incluidos libros de referencia, revistas de interés general e informes de salud."

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Español

Regional Business News

Updated daily, provides full text for 35 international news wires and 49 regional business publications. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Business & Finance

Religion & Philosophy Collection

Here you'll find coverage of topics such as world religions, Biblical studies, and philosophy. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Social Sciences

SAM.gov

This is the official site for registering to do business with the federal government. Registration on this site is free.

Found In: Law & Government, Business & Finance

Science & Technology Collection

Here you'll find information on a wide variety of science and technology topics. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Computers, Science & Technology

Science (Gale In Context)

Here you'll find information on a wide variety of science topics. 

Video Tutorials: Topic Pages Downloading and Sending to Google Drive and OneDrive

Found In: Science & Technology, Homework

SciTech Premium: Natural Science Collection

Here you'll find full-text articles from scholarly and trade journals. Includes the Agricultural Science Collection, the Environmental Science Collection, the Biological Science Collection, and the Earth, Atmospheric & Aquatic Science Collection.

Found In: Science & Technology, Homework

SciTech Premium: Technology Collection

Here you'll find full-text articles from scholarly and trade journals. Includes the Advanced Technology & Aerospace Collection, the Materials Science Collection, and the Engineering Collection.

Found In: Science & Technology, Homework

Short Story Index

Here you'll find information on short stories. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Literature & Literary Criticism, Homework

Small Business Reference Center

Here you'll find books and periodicals providing detailed "how-to" instructions on topics such as buying and selling a business, managing employees, writing a business plan, understanding legal information and more. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Business & Finance, Encyclopedias & Reference

Small Engine Repair Reference Center

Here you'll find access to small engine repair guides for routine maintenance as well as extensive repairs. Covers larger engines such as motorcycles and boats to smaller engines such as lawn mowers, blowers, generators and more. 

Video Tutorial: Small Engine Repair Reference Center

Found In: Do-It-Yourself (DIY), Hobbies & Crafts, Automotive, Encyclopedias & Reference

Sustainability Reference Center

Here you'll find coverage of all aspects of sustainability and corporate social responsibility. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Business & Finance, Science & Technology

Talking Book Program

"TBP (Talking Book Program) provides free library services for Texans with blindness or visual, physical, or reading disabilities. Registered TBP users may borrow books and magazines in digital audio, Braille, and large print."(About TBP)

Found In: Books & Reading, Education & Libraries

Teacher Reference Center

Here you'll find indexing and abstracts for over 250 periodicals of interest to teachers and those in the field of education. The majority of the indexed journals are peer-reviewed. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

TeachingBooks

Here you'll find resources to support the reading experience of books read by students in K-12.

Found In: Books & Reading, Homework, Kids, Teens

Texas Almanac

Here you'll find the Texas Almanac, including the Texas Towns database. Covers Texas history, politics, culture and more.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Genealogy & Local History, Homework, Texas & Harris County

Texas Constitution & Statutes

Here you'll find the complete legal statutes of the state of Texas and the Texas Constitution.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Law & Government, Texas & Harris County

Texas Department of Public Safety

The Texas Department of Public Safety covers areas of public safety, including popular services such as driver's licenses. Find information on obtaining a driver license, identification card, commercial driver license and more.  

Found In: Texas & Harris County, Law & Government

Texas Digital Sanborn Maps

Here you'll find historical maps for Texas cities through the past 100 years.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Genealogy & Local History, Texas & Harris County

Texas Judicial Branch

Here you'll find information on the Texas courts, judicial organizations, publications & training, programs & services, judicial data and more. 

Found In: Law & Government, Texas & Harris County

Texas Law Help

Here you'll find legal information and forms, as well as information about free legal assistance.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Law & Government, Texas & Harris County

Texas Legislature

Access information on legislature before the Texas House & Senate. Find out who represents you, how the legislative process works and more. 

Found In: Law & Government, Texas & Harris County

Texas News Collection

Here you'll find access to newspapers from around the state of Texas, several of which include digital image editions (Austin American-Statesman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, San Antonio Express-News and more).  Coverage varies by publication. 

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

Texas Reference Center

Here you'll find full-text journals and books about Texas, including history, culture, leisure and current events. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Genealogy & Local History, Texas & Harris County, Homework

The Serials Directory

Here you’ll find bibliographic information for popular serials. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals

ThomasNet

Here you'll find a comprehensive online resource for finding companies and products manufactured in North America.  Free registration is required to view company records.  

Found In: Business & Finance

TOPICsearch

Here you'll find information on social, political, and economic issues and other popular topics for student projects and reports. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Homework

Transparent Language

Here you'll find resources for language learning, including ESL for speakers of numerous world languages.  ESL course also includes citizenship practice. App available for Apple, Android & other devices.

Found In: Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers, Languages

Tumblebooks

Electronic books for children in English, Spanish & French

Found In: Books & Reading, Kids, Homework, Digital Media

Twentieth Century American Poetry

Here you'll find a full text poetry database of 20th century American poets.

Found In: Literature & Literary Criticism, Homework

Twentieth Century English Poetry

Here you'll find a full text poetry database of 20th century English poets.

Found In: Literature & Literary Criticism

U.S. Code

Here you'll find a browsable version of the United States Code.  Alternate Search @ the Cornell Legal Information Institute

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Law & Government

U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

Here you'll find a browsable version of the United States Code of Federal Regulations.  Alternate Search @ the Cornell Legal Information Institute

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Law & Government

United States Census Bureau

Here you'll find a variety of data gathered by the United States Census Bureau on the population of the United States.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Law & Government, Business & Finance

United States Patent and Trademark Office Database

Here you'll find a searchable database of patents and trademarks from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. 

Found In: Business & Finance, Science & Technology

Value Line

Here you'll find access to investment research on companies, industries, markets and economies.  Video Tutorial: Welcome to Value Line

Found In: Business & Finance

Vocational & Career Collection

Here you'll find full-text coverage for trade and industry related periodicals. 

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Business & Finance, Jobs & Careers

VOTE411

"Launched by the League of Women Voters Education Fund (LWVEF) in October of 2006, VOTE411.org is a "one-stop-shop" for election related information."

Found In: Law & Government, Voting & Elections

Wall Street Journal

Here you'll find access to the most recent 90 days of Wall Street Journal (WSJ) articles. Advanced search gives you access to articles from the last 4 years.

When accessing WSJ from home, create a free account which gives you a 3 day pass. After the pass expires, start again from the link on the HCPL website and log back in with the same account details you created earlier for another 3 days worth of access.

The Wall Street Journal app is not included with the library subscription, but the site is mobile responsive so it displays well on tablets and smartphones. 

Found In: Magazines, Newspapers & Journals, Business & Finance, Jobs & Careers

World Factbook

Here you'll find information on world entities provided by the CIA--history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, transnational issues--in compact entries. Maps, flags, and country comparisons are included.

Found In: Encyclopedias & Reference, Homework, Social Sciences

WorldCat

Here you'll find a master catalog of items owned by libraries around the world. Click here for a guide on how to place an Interlibrary Loan Request.  

Found In: Books & Reading