Reference Materials
- CQ Researcher Plus Archive This link opens in a new windowA collection of reports covering political and social issues, with regular reports on topics in health, international affairs, education, the environment, technology and the U.S. economy.
- Gale eBooks This link opens in a new windowA database of encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
- CQ Electronic Library This link opens in a new windowCreated and hosted by Congressional Quarterly Press, the CQ Electronic Library (CQEL) is the definitive reference resource for research in American government, politics, history, public policy, and current affairs. A wealth of CQ Press resources and years of journalistic and editorial expertise are combined in CQEL (pronounced SEE-quell)
- Opposing Viewpoints in Context This link opens in a new windowCovering today's hottest social issues. This cross-curricular research database supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions. Periodical content covers current events, news and commentary, economics, environmental issues, political science, and more.
- World Almanac This link opens in a new windowIncludes the contents of: the World Almanac and Book of Facts, the World Almanac of the U.S.A., the World Almanac of U.S. Politics, the World Almanac for Kids, and Funk & Wagnall's New Encyclopedia. Funk & Wagnall's New Encyclopedia
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