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- abcmouse.com
ABCmouse.com offers the most comprehensive online curriculum for children ages 2 – 7+, including reading and language arts, math, beginning science, social studies, art and music.
- BrainFuse HelpNow!
Interact with live tutors (everyday from 2 to 11PM) for homework help, test preparation and writing assistance. Take college entrance practice exams, create flash cards for study, and collaborate with friends. Sign in with your AAPLD library card number and your account password.
- Citizenship Resource Center
Citizenship preparation and educational tools and information for individuals, educators, and organizations.
- creativebug.com
You're more creative than you think! Access to 1000+ award-winning art & craft classes you will actually "attend"!
- Driving-Test.org
Free Illinois DMV permit practice tests, including 11 car practice tests, 9 motorcycle practice tests, 11 CDL practice tests, 3 online driver's manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL), and an FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions.
- Hobbies & Crafts Source
Subject areas include arts & crafts; games & electronics; models; needlework; outdoors & nature; and scrapbooking & paper craft.
- LearningExpress Library Complete
Supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass a high school equivalency test, prepare for college, explore careers, join the military, study for occupational certification tests, become a U.S. citizen and much more. Contains practice tests, interactive tutorials, e-books, articles, and flashcards.
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
Improve your technology, creative, and business skills so you can achieve personal and professional goals. Please sign in with your AAPLD card number and account password. *If you have never used your account the password is PATRON. If you forgot your password, please contact the library* When using the app, your Library ID is AAPLD.
- Mango Languages
Over 70 foreign languages to explore - Over 20 ESL courses taught in patron's native language -Learn anytime and anywhere with remote access and FREE mobile app!
- Scholastic Teachables
Worksheets, lesson plans, learning games, and more! Download printable lesson plans, reading passages, games and puzzles, clip art, bulletin board ideas, and skills sheets for kids in any grade.