Databases

Journals and periodicals that help librarians and researchers keep pace with the latest trends in
the field.

Contains a broad range of literary-related subjects with selections including literary criticism,
study guides, and classics such as Emma, Dracula, and Frankenstein.

Full-text literary database covering all genres and time periods. It includes thousands of
synopses, critical essays, book reviews, literary journals, and author biographies, plus full-text
classic novels, short stories, and poems.

Literary Reference Ultimate is the all-in-one database for English Language Arts. It includes an extensive full-text collection of popular literary magazines, journals, videos, e-books and literary works — including poems, short fiction and critical analyses — as well as resources for film studies, journalism and theater studies.

A fun-infused way to learn a new language. Mango prepares learners for realistic conversations and strengthens everyday communication skills in over 70 world languages, including English.

Designed for high school libraries and offers coverage of popular high school magazines and
reference books. Wide range of subjects offered including art, history, sports, and music. Over
1,000,000 photos, maps, and flags. Full text magazines include Discover, US News & World
Report, Scientific American, and more.

This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering a broad range of general reference
subjects, including biography, careers, language arts, literature, government, math, science,
current events, and social-emotional health.

Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Magazines include
People, Better Homes and Gardens, TIME, and Newsweek. Covers subjects including business,
health, education, fitness, sports and leisure, personal finance, general science, multicultural
issues, DIY, and fashion. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.

Access to eBooks, Audiobooks, Music, & More with a Park Forest library card

Resources to support middle school students, including biographies, magazines, primary source documents, photos, maps, and flags. Includes Sports Illustrated Kids, Scholastic News, National Geographic and dozens more. Articles include reading level indicators (Lexile).