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.