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Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has the tools you need for any research or informational need. The Library provides free access to newspaper and magazine articles, homework help, genealogy, job and career help, financial resources, and more. These resources help you find quality materials that you can trust.
Please note, some resources require your library card or ONE Access ID number and PIN to access resources outside the Library.
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Transparent Language
Provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language.
With over 110 languages to choose from, including English for speakers of over 30 languages, there is something for every learner. Transparent Language Online combines robust courses, supplemental vocabulary, extensive grammar resources, and mobile apps for a complete language-learning experience.
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Tumblebook Library
TumbleBook Library is a collection of animated, talking picture books. TumbleBook Library can be read by you or read to you! Our collection includes storybooks, books in French and Spanish for language learning, read-along books, non-fiction books, puzzles and games, math stories and graphic novels.
Getting Started
All you need to get started is your Charlotte Mecklenburg Library card number or ONE Access account number.Access the CollectionClick the "Access Now" button below. Our subscription doesn't allow use of the Tumblebook Library app. However, you can enjoy Tumblebook Library from your browser in your mobile device or tablet. Tumblebooks needs an internet connection in order to work.BorrowingBooks are read to you instantly in the TumbeBook reader. There is no limit to what you can view.TipsTumblebook Library is best enjoyed in the Chrome browser. Some of the books will not work with Microsoft browsers.Card RequiredE-Books -
Tutor.com Live Homework Help
NEW HOURS: 3pm-11pm - Get free homework help from a live, online, qualified tutor—up to 15 free tutoring sessions each week! All you need is a library card and an Internet connection. You can use tutor.com from home, school and even the Library. tutor.com is available for three different age groups:
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- K-12 students can get help in English or Spanish in a wide range of subjects including math, science, English, social studies and essay review. NOTE: ONE Access students should enter your student ID number as your username and your birth year or birth month/day as your password (July 4 is 0704).
- College students can get help in English or Spanish for their college-level courses including English, science, math, social studies, and essay review. Tutors are also available to assist with GED preparation and career services such as resume review, job searching and interview preparation.
- Adult learners can get help in English and Spanish. Tutors are available for career help, including resume review, job searching and interview preparation. Tutors can also help with GED and Citizenship preparation, and essay review. Additionally, tutors can help adult learners with back to school needs.
- Nursing Students can get tutoring assistance with subjects like anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, psychology, medical/surgical nursing, nursing care plans and NCLEX test preparation.
Hours
- English and Spanish tutors available: daily from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Closed: New Year's Day (January 1), Independence Day (July 4), Thanksgiving Day (November 26), and Christmas Day (December 25).
Obtenga ayuda con la tarea por parte de un tutor calificado en vivo, en línea – ¡con hasta 15 sesiones de tutoría gratuitas cada semana! Todo lo que necesita es una tarjeta de la biblioteca y una conexión a Internet. Puede usar tutor.com desde casa, la escuela e incluso la biblioteca. tutor.com está disponible para tres grupos de edades:
- Los estudiantes de K-12 pueden obtener ayuda en inglés o español en una amplia gama de materias que incluyen matemáticas, ciencias, inglés, estudios sociales y revisión de ensayos. AVISO: Los estudiantes con cuentas de ONE Access deben ingresar su número de identificación de estudiante como su nombre de usuario y su año de nacimiento de 4 dígitos como su contraseña.
- Los estudiantes universitarios pueden obtener ayuda en inglés o español para sus cursos de nivel universitario que incluyen inglés, ciencias, matemáticas, estudios sociales y revisión de ensayos. Los tutores también están disponibles para ayudar con la preparación para el GED y los servicios profesionales, como la revisión de su currículum, la búsqueda de empleo y la preparación para entrevistas.
- Los estudiantes adultos pueden obtener ayuda en inglés y español. Los tutores están disponibles para brindar ayuda profesional, incluyendo la revisión de su currículum, la búsqueda de empleo y la preparación para entrevistas. Los tutores también pueden ayudar con la preparación para el GED y el examen de la ciudadanía, y la revisión de ensayos. Además, los tutores pueden ayudar a los estudiantes adultos con preguntas relacionadas a retomar sus estudios.
- Los estudiantes de enfermería pueden obtener asistencia de tutoría con temas como anatomía y fisiología, microbiología, fisiopatología, farmacología, psicología, enfermería médica / quirúrgica, planes de atención de enfermería y preparación para los exámenes NCLEX.
Horario
- Tutoría en inglés y en español: todos los días a partir de las 3 p.m. hasta las 11 p.m.
Cerrado en los siguientes días festivos: Año Nuevo (1 de enero), Día de la Independencia (4 de julio), Día de Acción de Gracias (26 de noviembre) y Navidad (25 de diciembre).
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Twentieth-Century African American Poetry
Find poems written by African-American authors between 1900-1999.
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Twentieth-Century American Poetry
Find poems written by American authors between 1900-1999.
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Twentieth-Century English Poetry
Find poems written by British authors between 1900-1999.
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U.S. Hispanic Newsstream
Newspapers from U.S. publishers in both Spanish and English, including El Diario/La Prensa (New York City), La Opinión (Los Angeles), La Prensa (San Antonio), and Extra (Chicago).
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Universal Class
An online education experience offering over 540 courses in subjects like entrepreneurship, technology, health, career assistance, and more.
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US Newsstream
News content from many national newspapers, newswires and selected news magazines.
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Value Line
The Value Line Investment Survey features consensus earning estimates for several companies, includes business descriptions, and ranks performance.
Access ValueLine tutorials here.
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