Research Databases By Topic
Featured Online Resources
Saline District Library is pleased to provide access to dozens of online resources for research and learning. Get started by exploring the following highlighted resources, or by clicking on a topic below. You can also search for online resources by name in alphabetical order. See alphabetical listing.
Peterson’s Test Prep and Career Resources
Get standardized test prep, college planning, career assessment, job searches, and more.
Wall Street Journal
Access the Wall Street Journal from anywhere! Simply click the link to create your free 3 day account.
All Online Resources
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AARP Tax Aide
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides in-person and virtual tax assistance free of charge with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low-to-moderate income. Site is available during tax season.
American Ancestors
In-library use only – Trace your ancestry with the most respected name in family history.
Ancestry Library Edition
In-library use only – Start searching billions of records to discover your family’s story.
AtoZ The USA
Information about travel, points of interest, security, transportation, food and recipes, culture, language, and more.
AtoZ World Travel
Information about travel, points of interest, security, transportation, food and recipes, culture, language, and more.
AtoZdatabases
The premier source of business and residential information for reference and research.
Auto Repair Source
Repair information and schedules, diagrams, parts and labor estimates, service alerts, and recalls. Covers thousands of domestic and imported vehicles.
Biography Reference Center
Biographical information on a wide range of historical & contemporary figures.
Britannica Fundamentals
Play and read to learn letters, numbers, shapes, animals, and more. Pre K - 2nd grade.
Britannica School
Nonfiction content geared for K-12 students. Includes encyclopedia articles, images, multimedia elements, and e-books.
Consumer Health Complete
Health & wellness information and images from magazines, reports, books, fact sheets, and medical dictionaries.
Consumer Reports Login From Library
Access product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics and more.
Consumer Reports Login outside of Library
Access product reviews and ratings on cars, appliances, electronics and more. Enter your SDL library card barcode for "Patron ID."
Creativebug
Thousands of award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
Digital Sanborn Maps
Access detailed property and land-use records that depict everyday life in over 12,000 U.S. towns and cities across a century of change.
Explora for Elementary School
Access to a variety of material for information on art, history, sports, music, and more. Grades K-5.
Explora for High School
Access to a variety of material for information on art, history, sports, music, & more. Grades 9-12.
Explora for Middle School
Access to a variety of material for information on history, current events, sports, & more. Grades 6-8.
FactCheck.org
Monitors the factual accuracy of what is said by major U.S. political players in the form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews, and news releases.
FamilySearch Genealogical Database
Gain access to FamilySearch’s digital genealogical collections that are otherwise accessible only through a FamilySearch center.
Gale Business: DemographicsNow
Business and nonprofit resource for demographic information, market identifiers, and community information.
Gale Legal Forms
Information, forms, and detailed how-to instructions covering a wide range of legal issues.
GCFLearnfree Online Tutorials
Online learning tutorials about everyday life, basic math, computer training, and more.
GetSetUp
GetSetUp is an online community of older adults who want to learn, connect with others and unlock new life experiences. The platform offers live classes taught by peers who are experts in their field, social hours hosted by community members, and special events with speakers who directly address areas of interest to older adults.
HeritageQuest Online
In-library use only – Unique primary sources, local and family histories, interactive census maps, and more.
History Reference Center
Documents, photos, maps, film, and video from leading history journals. Also includes biographies of historical figures.
Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
"How-to" instructions and creative ideas across a wide range of categories.
Home Improvement Reference Center
Articles and instructions for do-it-yourself home repair, maintenance, and more.
IRS Tax Forms
Current and previous year federal tax forms and instructions.
Legal Information Reference Center
Search for state-specific legal forms, also available by topic. Includes full-text legal reference books from NOLO.
Literary Reference Center
Information on thousands of authors and their works.
LOTE4Kids
LOTE4Kids (Languages Other Than English) provides thousands of picture books in over 60+ World Languages, to allow kids to enjoy books and learn language through the magic of storytelling.
Medline Plus
The National Institutes of Health’s Web site for patients and their families and friends.
MeL Resources for Kids (PreK – 8)
Fast, reliable online resources for homework and classroom activities.
Merck Manual
Information on medical topics, symptoms, drugs, procedures, news and, more, written in everyday language.
Merck Veterinary Manual
Information on animal health topics.
Michigan History Magazine
A popular history magazine geared toward professionals and enthusiasts alike, Michigan History offers a wide variety of subject matter, time frames, and perspectives while inspiring, educating, and entertaining its readers.
Michigan Materials at the Library of Michigan
Materials about the state, its people, and their history. Includes facts on Michigan's history, state symbols, population, geography, economy, and more.
Michigan Tax Forms
Current and previous year State of Michigan tax forms and instructions.
Michigan Works
A workforce development association serving employers and job seekers throughout Michigan.
New Computer User Tutorial
This tutorial is designed to help people who have never used a computer before.
New York Times (In Library Access)
Get access to New York Times while in the library! Create an account with your personal email address, or “Log In” if you've already created an account. Click through 5+ articles to ensure you do not hit a NYT paywall.
New York Times (Outside Library Access)
Login outside of Library. Unlimited access to acclaimed journalism.
Newspaper Source Plus
Search newspapers, newswires, magazines, broadcast transcripts, and more.
Opposing Viewpoints
Contextual information and opinions on hundreds of today’s hottest social issues.
Peterson’s Test Prep and Career Resources
Get standardized test prep, college planning, career assessment, job searches, and more.
Poetry & Short Story Reference Center
Classic & contemporary poems & short stories as well as author bios.
Saline Area Historical Photos
Searchable collection of over 1,000 photographs of Saline from the 1860s to the late 1900s.
Saline Historic Homes
Searchable database of all structures built up to 1944 within the city limits of Saline, Michigan.
Saline Historical Newspapers
Explore digitized copies of The Saline Observer, Saline Reporter, and Saline Review via CMU Clarke Historical Library’s Digital Michigan Newspapers.
Saline Valley Farms
Searchable collection of Saline Valley Farms photographs.
Small Engine Repair Reference Center
Repair guides for all manner of small engines.
TechBoomers
Video tutorials for many popular and useful websites.
TumbleBook Library
Includes animated talking picture books, chapter books, videos, non-fiction titles, graphic novels, playlists, and books in French and Spanish. Features the TumbleMath collection of math picture books and supplementary materials such as lesson plans and quizzes.
Value Line Investment Survey Login from Library
Provides investment research on stocks, mutual funds, and more.
Value Line Investment Survey Login outside of Library
Provides investment research on stocks, mutual funds, and more.
VITA @ United Way of Washtenaw County
Events - United Way of Washtenaw County
Vote 411 Election Information by League of Women Voters
Enter your address to find your polling place, build your ballot with an online voters’ guide, and more.
Vote Smart
Provides free, factual, unbiased information on candidates, elected officials, and more.
Wall Street Journal
Access the Wall Street Journal from anywhere! Simply click the link to create your free 3 day account.
World Book Online
An online encyclopedia that offers everything from early learning to advanced research.
WorldCat
Get connected to the collections & services of 10,000+ libraries worldwide. Please note that SDL does not participate in interlibrary loan via WorldCat.