ABCmouse is 100% educational and 100% fun, with more than 10,000 learning activities for ages 2-8+ (books, puzzles, educational games, science videos, art activities, songs, and more) that encompass reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music—including more than 2,000 STEM and 1,200 Spanish-language learning activities. Access only available within the library.

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The Alexander Street platform by ProQuest provides streaming video, audio, and text in the performing arts of music, dance, and theatre.



Archives Unbound addresses students and scholars' pressing need to see primary, unpublished archival documents. There is no better way to study the past than through consultation of primary source documents.



Beanstack is an online software that will help the Riverside County Library System facilitate our online reading programs, it is free and easy-to-use for all ages! Using this tool, you can track the books or minutes you read, participate in our programs, and get book recommendations. Once you join a program, log your activity and you can earn virtual badges, these will allow you to become eligible for prizes! Registration is quick and simple but for any additional questions, feel free to email OSRP@rivlib.net



Biblioboard features content on a variety of topics, featuring local, independent authors from California and Riverside County specifically. Authors can use our Pressbooks platform to create and upload eBooks, and upon review, may be featured in this collection. Browse thousands of eBooks and start writing your own.

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Research on the black freedom struggle from slavery to modern times. Diverse content that is only available from ProQuest, including primary sources to foster critical thinking that leads to extraordinary research and learning.

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Book Connections strives to joyfully enrich everyone's experience reading children's and young adult books. Start enjoying 327,103 resources about children's and young adult books.



Free online homework help from one-to-one tutors daily from 10am to 10pm. Find a tutor for math, reading, writing, science, social studies and history. Available for kindergarten to adult learners



Aquí usted encontrará diversos documentos y enlaces útiles sobre la educación y su evolución constante en la era digital.
Lo invitamos a visitar esta página frecuentemente y a descubrir los nuevos documentos, videos, actividades y otros recursos que Britannica le ofrece.



The search is on with the go-to site for research. With every search topic producing a wide variety of trusted, multi-media sources, use Britannica School to build essential information literacy skills.

 



Download popular eBooks and eAudiobooks for free to your phone or tablet.

 

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Read popular magazines and newspapers on your phone or tablet.

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Riverside County Library cardholders now have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga. Every title is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — on computers, tablets, and phones. There are no holds, wait lists, or monthly borrowing limits.



Coursera offers more than 3,800 cutting-edge courses, all taught by top instructors from over 200 leading universities and companies like Yale, University of Michigan and Google.

This resource was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

This program for California residents is for a limited time with a limited number of seats. The program is full and there is no waitlist. If you received a “Program Full” message, you can log into your Coursera account on Mondays at 12 noon to see if any seats have become available. Access is not guaranteed.

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The LearningExpress suite of highly-acclaimed eLearning solutions providing interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development and more. These award-winning learning tools are available through Riverside County Library System to help students and professionals achieve their educational and career goals.

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Open access to encyclopedias, recovered classics, short stories & essays.

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The Enki Library is a shared open source eBook Network that allows California libraries to own and store eBooks for access by library patrons.

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From pre-reading activities and read-to-you stories to alphabet recognition songs and grammar rules games, the youngest learners in Riverside County now have interactive, new tools right at their fingertips, to boost their early learning and love of reading as a result of a new partnership between the Riverside County Office of Education and Footsteps2Brilliance.



Gale California K12 - Understand environmental issues that affect people globally through topic overviews, journals, news, and multimedia content. Get 24/7 access to nearly 400 pages across science, social studies, and the humanities.



While supporting high school curricula and university coursework, Gale Interactive: Science helps students better visualize and understand concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science. Students and instructors can manipulate and explore 3D models that are paired with reference and periodical content for further understanding.



GetSetUp is an online community offering live classes to older adults. It is for people who want to learn new skills, connect with others and unlock new life experiences. California residents (aged 50+) will have unlimited access to live classes offered here until the end of April 2024.

The partnership between the California State Library and GetSetUp concludes April 30th, 2024. Users will be given 30 days to choose a subscription, after which your account will automatically revert to a free “community only” subscription with limited access to classes. Keep the learning and engagement going by checking out the other online learning opportunities available through your public library.

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Authors can submit their eBook to the Indie Author Project (IAP) to have it showcased in the "Indie California" Statewide collection and potentially gain national exposure and royalties, while retaining all rights to their work. There are two ways to submit your work to IAP: Go to the BiblioBoard menu and select "Share Your Book" in the "For Authors" section. Or, access your Pressbooks account, then click, "Create Your Book."



Live, anytime, anywhere job assistance. Use up-to-date nationwide and local job search engines, get professional resume critiques and practice proven interview techniques. This personalized career center has advanced virtual technology to help job seekers of all backgrounds and needs.



Classic films, world cinema, documentaries and popular movies available for on-demand streaming.

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Enhance Your Skills With Over 16K+ Expert-Led, Online Video Tutorials - Free Access with your Riverside County Library Card to Courses on Excel, SQL, AutoCAD & More. Learn Anytime, Anywhere. Expert-Led Courses. Advance Your Career. Formaly known as Lynda.com. 

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The world’s leading classical music channel with on-demand streaming. Search a catalog of over 1,800 videos including concerts, ballets, operas, documentaries, master classes, behind-the-scenes footage, and artist interviews.

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Explore amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space. Best for children aged 6–14.



Full-text articles from The New York Times.

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Northstar Digital Literacy is an assessment and learning tool aimed at helping adults acquire the skills they need in today’s workplace. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in three main areas: Essential Computer Skills, Essential Software Skills, and Using Technology to Accomplish Tasks.

This resource was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

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Provides access to more than 2,300 major U.S. regional, national, and local newspapers, as well as leading titles from around the world. Database also includes thousands of images, radio, and TV broadcasts and transcripts

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Prepare for standardized tests with eBooks, online courses, and full-length practice tests for GED, SAT, ACT, AP, PSAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, TOEFL, U.S. citizenship, and more in Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep. Research undergraduate and graduate programs, finding tuition assistance, and exploring and preparing for careers whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or searching for new opportunities. A variety of interactive methods prompt personalized career recommendations and insight on programs, knowledge, skills, and ability. Search for jobs and create visually interesting résumés, cover letters, and websites that can be externally shared with prospective employers, using prebuilt templates.

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We now offer a self-publishing platform for local authors! With PressBooks Public, authors can create books, poetry, novels, and any other written content into digital and print-ready formats.



Unique cultural information provided by natives and long-term residents on daily life and social customs around the world. The World Edition is written at a higher Lexile for older grades. Grades 3+

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Massive collection of digitized newspapers, magazines, and images with editorialized topic pages to aid with navigation. Grades 6+

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A tutorial product providing video instruction on the important concepts in information literacy. Grades 9+

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Thousands of multidisciplinary ebooks available 24/7. Grade 9+ and educators



Selected articles and graphics and books for social issues for early learners. Grades 3+

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Selected articles and graphics on the enduring and talked-about issues of the day. Grades 6+

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Designed to bring instant results to users across thousands of journals, magazines, newspapers, videos, reports, and more. This resource brings together some of ProQuest's most used databases in education, humanities, psychology, science, social sciences, and news. (Grades 9+, IB, AP, College Prep)



This collection of more than 1,200 streaming videos provides a range of content with video documentaries and series from PBS. From science to history, art to drama, diversity to business & economics, current events and more.



TeachingBooks is a dynamic, PreK–12 reading and library service that strives to deepen everyone's connections to the books they are reading. With hundreds of thousands of engaging video, audio, and online resources, TeachingBooks brings to life the books that are enjoyed in your community. Access to this resource is made possible by the California State Library and the Riverside County Office of Education.

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 VetNow offers live online assistance for veterans and their families. Connect with a live navigator to get help determining your VA benefits, translating your resume for civilian jobs, building academic skills, and so much more!