Adult Resources

Resource	Description
Education & Test Prep
Learning Express Library	Practice tests, exercises, and eBooks for education, job prep, citizenship tests, math, reading, and college entrance exams. Requires account.
Test Prep Review	Practice questions, flashcards, and study guides to prepare for exams. Includes exam details and higher education resources.
Accelerated Reader	Search reading levels, interest levels, and point values of books. Includes summaries and recommended reading lists.
TumbleBook Library	Animated books, interactive games, language learning, and nonfiction titles. Available in English, Spanish, and French.
TexShare	Access databases categorized by subject. Some databases include Spanish content.
EBSCOHOST	Search journal databases by topic or name. Requires a library card for home access.
Business & Automotive
ALLDATA Online	Library-only access to automotive service and repair information. Includes product recalls and wiring diagrams.
Citation Machine	Helps you properly cite research material in MLA, APA, Chicago, or Turabian style.
U.S. Small Business Administration	Learn how to start and manage a small business. Includes loans, registration, and training information.
Government & Citizenship
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services	Forms and guidance for Green Cards, Citizenship, employment, and renewals. Provides pre-application information.
Fedstats	Access statistics and information from over 100 U.S. government agencies. Search geographically, by subject, or by agency.
Texas Workforce Commission	Search jobs, unemployment info, training, and education resources. Website available in Spanish.
Health & Safety
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention	Information on health issues, statistics, prevention, travel tips, and emergency preparedness.
College & Education
Cost of Living Calculator	Compare cost of living for up to 4 U.S. cities and the national average.
College For All Texans	Guides on applying for college, exams, financial aid, and early planning for college.
U.S. Patent and Trade Office	Information on patents and trademarks, including forms and application guidance.
Law & Reference
Texas Law Help	Civil legal information in Texas categorized by topic. Directory for Legal Aids and Legal Assistance.
Handbook of Texas Online	Online multidisciplinary encyclopedia for Texas.