NC Kids Digital Library: Level Up
NC Kids Digital Library offers e-books, audiobooks, and Read-Alongs for readers grade 4 through grade 8.
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E-Books
Comics Plus Teen Library
Comics Plus Teen Library provides unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga in all genres especially for teens. Content in this collection will contain story intensity, action, and violence equivalent to a typical PG-13 rated movie. Recommended for ages 11-18. A library card and PIN are required for in library and remote use. Access Comics Plus by clicking Access Now or download the mobile app.
Getting Started with Comics Plus Teen Library
- Find Comics Plus Teen Library on our Research & Learn page or, download and install the Comics Plus app for iOS or Android.
- Search for our library name, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library NC - Teen Library. Enter your library card number and PIN.
- Browse the collection or search for a specific title.
- Hover or tap on the cover of the title you want to read and click/tap Read Now or Add to My Shelf.
- Read all the comics!
Watch this video for an introduction to Comics Plus.
All titles are available 24/7 for online and offline reading. An internet connection is required to browse and check out titles. You can download titles for offline reading via the Comics Plus app.
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E-Books
Comics Plus Children's Library
Comics Plus Children's Library offers unlimited, simultaneous use to comics, graphic novels, and manga. The Children's Library includes access to early readers, picture books, and series like Adventure Time, Bone, Minecraft, and the Big Nate. Content in this collection will contain story intensity, action, and violence equivalent to typical G or PG rated movies. Recommended for ages preK-10. A library card and PIN is required for in library and remote use. Access Comics Plus by clicking Access Now or download the mobile app.
Getting Started with Comics Plus Children’s Library
- Find Comics Plus Children’s Library on our Research & Learn page or, download and install the Comics Plus app for iOS or Android.
- Search for our library name, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library NC - Childrens Library. Enter your library card number and PIN.
- Browse the collection or search for a specific title.
- Hover or tap on the cover of the title you want to read and click/tap Read Now or Add to My Shelf.
- Read all the comics!
Watch this video for an introduction to Comics Plus.
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E-Books
Comics Plus All Access
Comics Plus provides unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga for all ages. In addition to the full library, we also have a separate Children's Library and Teen Library collection. A library card and PIN is required for in library and remote use. Access Comics Plus in your browser or download the mobile app.
Getting Started with Comics Plus All Access
- Find Comics Plus All Access on our Research & Learn page or, download and install the Comics Plus app for iOS or Android.
- Search for our library name, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library NC -Full collection. Enter your library card number and PIN.
- Browse the collection or search for a specific title.
- Hover or tap on the cover of the title you want to read and click/tap Read Now or Add to My Shelf.
- Read all the comics!
Watch this video for an introduction to Comics Plus.
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E-Books
The Shelf.TV
Shelf.TV es una colección de videos en streaming de películas en español, series de televisión, eventos de artes escénicas grabados y contenido infantil de América Latina y España. La sección de niños incluye videojuegos y aclamados programas animados
Shelf.TV es una colección de videos en streaming de películas en español, series de televisión, eventos de artes escénicas grabados y contenido infantil de América Latina y España. La sección de niños incluye videojuegos y aclamados programas animados
¡Hay algo para todas las edades! Shelf.TV está disponible como aplicación para iOS y Android, así como en computador de escritorio
Iniciar:
- Haga clic en Acceder Ahora
- Nuevos clientes: Haga clic en "Crear Cuenta".
Cree una cuenta siguiendo las indicaciones:
- Ingrese su dirección de correo electrónico y cree una contraseña.
- Seleccione EE. UU. en el menú desplegable del país y Biblioteca Charlotte Mecklenburg en el menú desplegable de la biblioteca.
- Complete su número de tarjeta de la biblioteca o el número de One Access, nombre y fecha de nacimiento.
- Lea y acepte los términos de servicio para completar el registro.
Nota: Los clientes menores de 13 años solo tendrán acceso al contenido de Zona Kids.
- Clientes Recurrentes:
Seleccione EE. UU. en el menú desplegable del país y Biblioteca Charlotte Mecklenburg de la lista de bibliotecas en la sección "Buscar y seleccionar su biblioteca".Ingrese su número de tarjeta de la Biblioteca o el número de One Access y la contraseña en la sección "Acceda a su cuenta". Haga clic en "Entrar en el Shelf”.
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Préstamos:
Los clientes de la Biblioteca Charlotte Mecklenburg pueden pedir prestados hasta 12 títulos con boleto por mes. Las entradas se utilizan para películas y artes escénicas (busque el icono de la entrada). El resto del contenido es ilimitado (incluidos los juegos para niños). El monto del crédito del boleto se restablece el primer día de cada mes.
Todo el contenido está disponible para su visualización hasta 48 horas después del pago.
Getting Started:
- Click Access Now
- New customers: Click “Create Account.”
Create an account by following the prompts:
- Enter your email address and create a password.
- Select USA from the country drop down and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library from the library drop down.
- Fill out your library card number or One Access number, name, and birthdate.
- Read and agree to the terms of service to complete registration.
Note: Customers under 13 will only have access to the Kids Zone content.
- Returning Customers:
Select USA from the country drop down and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library from the list of libraries in the “Find and Select your library” section. Enter your Library card number or One Access number and password in the “Access your Account section”. Click “Enter The Shelf.”
NOTE: When the page opens you may see a popup saying that the site uses cookies. It’s okay to click “Accept” on this popup. These cookies are essential to the platform. The Shelf.TV does not use third party cookies or track personal data.
Borrowing:
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library customers can borrow up to 12 ticketed titles per month. Tickets are used for movies and performing arts (look for the ticket icon). All other content is unlimited (including kids games. The ticket credit amount resets on the first of each month.
All content is available for viewing up to 48 hours after checkout.
Videos
Craft & Hobby
Learn new or improve skills in painting & drawing, sewing, crochet, knitting, quilting, cake design, photography, wordworking, and fitness with online instructional videos and classes.
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Videos
Wowbrary
Free alerts about the Library's newest books, movies, and music. Discover the latest books, DVDs, and CDs acquired by the Library and have the ability to reserve bestsellers instantly.
External Websites
PressReader
Enjoy digital access to hundreds of U.S. and international newspapers, plus the magazine, The Economist. Read in your browser or download the free PressReader app.
Enjoy digital access to hundreds of U.S. and international newspapers, plus the magazine, The Economist. Read in your browser or download the free PressReader app. The collection includes domestic and international newspapers in English as well as newspapers in approximately 60 different languages plus the ability to translate many titles in up to 20 different languages. Popular newspaper choices include USA Today, The Boston Globe, The Chicago Tribune, The Guardian, Le Figaro, La Razon, Der Tagesspiegel, and China Daily. The Economist has a 7-day checkout period.
Getting Started
Customers only need a library card in order to access the newspapers and The Economist available through PressReader. Newspapers and The Economist can be accessed from a desktop or mobile device. An app is available for iOs and Android devices.
Daily issues are available immediately, back issues vary by title from a few days to a few weeks.
Access the collection
- Click the “Access Now” button below or Download the PressReader app for mobile devices (iOS app or Android app).
- Select “Sign In” found in the upper right-hand corner.
- Select Library or Group.
- Search “Charlotte” and select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
- Enter your library card number or One Access number.
- You will receive complimentary access for 30 days. Don't be concerned if you see a message stating the number of hours and days you have left. Your time will reset anytime your provide your library card number.
An account is not needed to access PressReader content. However, a free account will allow you to read offline, create collections, save articles, and more.
Use the latest versions of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, or Safari. PressReader does not support Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Help?
Access the help site here. How to videos on YouTube.
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Newspapers
OverDrive/Libby
OverDrive/Libby is a collection of e-books, digital audiobooks, and digital magazines offered by the library. E-books, audiobooks, and magazines can be downloaded to your computer, tablet, (including Kindle), or mobile device for offline reading or listening.
OverDrive/Libby is a collection of e-books, digital audiobooks, and digital magazines offered by the library. E-books, audiobooks, and magazines can be downloaded to your computer, tablet, (including Kindle), or mobile device for offline reading or listening. OverDrive/Libby e-book titles can be read online using OverDrive Read and audiobooks can be listened to online using OverDrive Listen. Mobile and tablet customers, download Libby app for iOS and Android.
Getting Started
All you need to get started is your Charlotte Mecklenburg Library card number or ONE Access account number.
Access the Collection
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Click the "Access Now" button
- Libby is OverDrive's app, designed to get you reading as quickly and seamlessly as possible. Learn more about Libby and find help here.
- Kindle Fire users will download the Libby app in the Amazon app store.
Borrowing
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You can have a maximum of 20 items checked to you out at any given time. For example, if three items are returned, you can check out three more to get back to 20. This limit is not effected by the day of the month. Digital magazine checkouts do not count towards your limit.
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The default lending period for ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines is two weeks. The settings menu will let you customize your lending period to 7 days, 14 days, or 21 days.
If items are check out, place a hold. Customers are allowed 10 holds on their account at any given time. You will be contacted by email when your item is available to check out. You'll see an option to renew a title on your Loans page three days before it expires, as long as there are no holds. If the title has holds, you can request it again.
Return items when you are finished or they will be automatically returned when they are due so you never accumulate late fees!
Tips
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Not all devices are compatible with OverDrive/Libby. Check the list of compatible devices.
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Only interested in seeing content for Kids or Teens? Check out our Kids Reading Room and Teens Reading Room.
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Looking for business, entrepreneurialism or job-related information? Access these resources on the Business Shelf.
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Using OverDrive/Libby on your Kindle e-Reader? This tutorial will get you started.
Need additional help with the OverDrive/Libby site? Check here for troubleshooting or contact your local Library.
OverDrive/Libby es una colección de libros electrónicos y audiolibros digitales disponible a través de la biblioteca. Los libros electrónicos y los audiolibros se pueden descargar a su computadora, tableta (incluyendo a las tabletas Kindle) o dispositivo móvil. Los títulos de libros electrónicos de OverDrive/Libby se pueden leer en línea usando OverDrive Read y los audiolibros se pueden escuchar en línea usando OverDrive Listen. ¡La transmisión de video también está disponible! Los usuarios de móviles y tabletas pueden descargar la aplicación Libby para iOS y Android.
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No todos los dispositivos son compatibles con OverDrive/Libby. Consulte la lista de los dispositivos compatibles.
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¿Le interesa ver solo el contenido para niños o adolescentes? Échele un vistazo a nuestra Sala de lectura infantil y a nuestra Sala de lectura juvenil.
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¿Busca información empresarial o laboral? Haga clic aquí para acceder al Estante de negocios.
Todo lo que necesita para comenzar es su número de tarjeta de la Biblioteca de Charlotte Mecklenburg o su número de cuenta ONE Access. Puede retirar hasta 20 artículos con un período máximo de préstamo de 21 días. También puede pedir los artículos que actualmente estén prestados. Devuelva los artículos cuando haya terminado o se devolverán automáticamente cuando se venzan. ¡Nunca se acumularán cargos por artículos atrasados! ¿Necesita ayuda con OverDrive/Libby? Consulte aquí para obtener ayuda o comuníquese con su biblioteca local.
¿Tiene un dispositivo móvil? Actualmente hay dos maneras para usar OverDrive.
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Libby es una nueva aplicación desarrollada por OverDrive, diseñada para que su experiencia de lectura sea más rápida y fácil. Obtenga más información sobre Libby y encuentre ayuda aquí.
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E-Books
Kanopy Kids
Stream a selection of educational and enriching videos on Kanopy Kids with developmentally appropriate, age-based ratings from Common Sense Media, as well as additional parental controls. Kanopy Kids categories include TV Series, Learning Languages, Animated Storybooks, Anime Favorites, Classic Films and Movies for the Whole Family. Kanopy Kids has unlimited views.
Getting started:
If you are a first time user, create a Kanopy account by clicking the "Sign Up" button. When creating your account, enter your name, email address and select a password. An email will be sent to you with a verification link. Click on the link sent in the email and it will ask you to select your Library (Charlotte Mecklenburg Library) and enter your Charlotte Mecklenburg Library barcode and PIN number.
Access the Collection
- Click the "Access Now" button
- Enter through the main Kanopy site, and click on "Kids" in the upper right corner. Click again to toggle out of Kids Mode and return to the main Kanopy collection.
- Download the Kanopy app for Android, Apple, and Amazon Fire tablets.
- Kanopy can be streamed on your desktop computer, tablets, smartphones, and TV apps.
- Click here for supported devices.
Borrowing
Kanopy Kids has unlimited plays! New videos are added each month.
Parents can set a four-digit pin to prevent kids from viewing a title that has not been approved for viewing in Kanopy Kids. Learn more here.
Need Help?
Click on the "Support" link in the footer of the Kanopy site. Help articles on creating accounts, using the website, mobile and tv apps, and more are available.
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Videos