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Ancestry Library

Search billions of genealogy documents, including birth and death, immigration, military and census records. (Only available at branch locations)

Argus Leader Historical Archive (1886-recent)

Search and read digitized, page-image versions of Argus Leader issues from 1886 to present. Also includes historical Argus Leader editions: Daily Argus, The Daily Argus-Leader, Daily Argus-Leader, Evening Argus-Leader, and Sioux Falls Argus-Leader.

Argus Leader Text Edition

Search and read full, text-only articles from the Argus Leader newspaper. All issues 1999 to current day are available.

Bookflix

Hundreds of talking books for children. BookFlix pairs approximately 120 animated stories with a nonfiction talking book on a similar subject.

Books & Authors

Guiding readers from every level of reading proficiency to books that match their interests. Book reviews, biographies, awards and bestseller lists, and book series.

Business Source Premier

Provides full text for scholarly business journals and other sources. Coverage includes virtually all subject areas related to business.

Consumer Health Complete

Health and wellness information for the consumer, including thousands of articles and pamphlets, drug guides, health reference books, images, and videos.

DigitalLearn

Free computer courses in Spanish and English. Learn basic computer and mobile device skills.

Culturegrams

Daily life and culture, statistics, history, customs, lifestyles, recipes and interviews from over 200 countries. In four modules: World, Kids, United States, and Canada.

Driving Tests

Test prep for students preparing for South Dakota driving tests. Choose from several different permit tests. Brush up on SD traffic laws and signs.

EBSCO Megafile

Full text articles in a broad range of subjects. It combines scholarly and popular articles from Academic Search Premier, MasterFILE Premier, and Business Source Premier.

First Search

Use to find items for interlibrary loan.

FOLD3 by Ancestry

Genealogy information focusing upon U.S. military records; including stories, photos, and personal documents.

HeritageQuest

Includes 25,000+ family and local history books as well as page images and indexes from all U.S. Federal Census from 1790-1930.

JobNow

Free job search resources, including resume reviews, live interview practice, expert job matching, and more.

LearningExpress Library

Online learning platform of 300+ practice tests covering ACT, SAT, GED, and more. Includes answer explanations and study suggestions.

LinkedIn Learning

Unlimited, anytime, anywhere access to an online learning site that offers nearly 6,000 courses and over 205,000 video tutorials on a variety of topics. Log in using your library card number and PIN.

Mango Languages

Start your language-learning journey with Mango. Mango uses Intuitive Language Construction™ to build the 6 critical skills necessary for true language learning: Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, culture, comprehension and retention.

Miss Humblebee's Academy

Interactive learning program for children ages two to six.

Novelist Plus

Looking for more books or audiobooks like your favorites? Want to find a new author? Can’t remember all the titles in a series? NoveList Plus has the answers!

ParentTV

ParentTV offers thousands of on-demand videos and courses with content designed to support those who care for children, from infancy to teenage years. Over 40 ParentTV experts provide research-based advice that is easy to understand via short, smart videos available in multiple languages for anyone who is helping to raise kids.

Points of View Reference Source

Articles and essays presenting multiple points of view, organized around 250 current and controversial topics. Resources for students include guides to develop a thesis statement and write a persuasive essay.

ProQuest

Articles from leading popular magazines, newspapers, reference books, and professional publications.

Sanborn Maps

Provides access to historical maps for over 70 towns in South Dakota, including Sioux Falls. Dates range from 1867 to 1970.

Science Reference Source

Full text from hundreds of science reference books and periodicals, covering biology, chemistry, earth & space science, environmental science, health & medicine, physics, science & society, science as inquiry, scientists, technology and wildlife.

SIRS Discoverer

For students in grades K-6 who need help with a school project.

SIRS Issues Researcher

Research help for students in grades 6-12.

South Dakota Legal Self-Help

Legal forms for the state of South Dakota.

State Bar of South Dakota

Links for legal help in South Dakota.

U.S. Newspapers

Access to hundreds of digital newspapers from around the country.

Value Line

Value Line is an investment and stock analysis tool, providing access to stock reports and financial data, as well as investment education articles and market updates.

World Book Online for Kids

Designed for kids. Includes multimedia, maps, editor-reviewed Web sites, and much more.

World Book Advanced

Designed for high school and college students. Includes encyclopedia, multimedia, eBook, and primary source material.

World Book Early World of Learning

For preschoolers and early elementary students. Narrated stories, interactive games, original videos, and a visual interactive encyclopedia to help develop and strengthen vocabulary, reading, and other skills.

WorldCat

Use to find items for interlibrary loan. A global catalog of library collections from across the United States and around the world.