Online Resources
Online Resources
Valley Public Library offers several online resources, available within the library. Resources are shared with us by Omaha Public Library and the Nebraska Library Commission. Some databases require a password, please ask a librarian if you need assistance.
Adult Core Skills Center
Explore LearningExpress Library's Adult Core Skills Center where you can improve skills in math, reading, writing, and even prepare to become a U.S. Citizen.
Biography Reference Bank
Find articles and news about leaders, inventors, athletes, writers, scientists, and other famous people from today and yesterday.
Biography Reference Center
Comprehensive collection of 450,000+ biographical profiles.
Booklist Reader
Check out Booklist Reader, a new digital magazine for library patrons of all ages! Each month a themed issue features diverse content, including top 10 lists, must reads, interviews with and articles by top writers and illustrators, and adult, youth, and audio recommendations for all who love to read.
BookPage Online
BookPage is a great discovery tool for readers, highlighting the best new books across all genres. You will also find author interviews and other literary features.
Books in Series
Search for listings of your favorite series in order. Access provided by the Nebraska Library Commission.
Career Preparation Center
Explore LearningExpress Library's Career Prep Center, where you can prepare for occupational entrance exams, explore career opportunities, and expand upon workplace skills.
Catholic Voice Archive 1903-2018
Digital archive of the official publication of the Archdiocese of Omaha, the Catholic community encompassing the 23 counties of northeastern Nebraska.
CIA World Factbook
Provides information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.
CodeAcademy
Learn to code interactively, for free. Courses cover CSS, Java, HTML, and more.
College Admissions Test Prep
Practice tests, interactive tutorials, and eBooks from LearningExpress Library to help you prepare for college success.
College Center
Strengthen your academic skills and prepare for placement tests and graduate school entrance exams in LearningExpress Library's College Center.
Consumer Health Complete
Access full-text information and videos on health and wellness.
ConsumerSafety.org
ConsumerSafety.org informs consumers about recalls and safety alerts, and publishes consumer-related news and safety guides.
DigitalLearn.org
If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, DigitalLearn has the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed.
Drivers License Test Prep
Free Nebraska Drivers License practice tests. Includes motorcycle, automobile, CDL tests, and more!
Electronic Journal and Magazine Finder
Use our electronic journal and magazine search from OCLC to search or browse the titles of all full-text newspapers, magazines and journals available in our online resources.
Type in the name of the publication you’re looking for, and the journal finder will list which resources contain the publication, including the years covered. You can access each resource from OCLC.
Explora
Browse by broad topic area or search by a general interest, health, legal, biographical, or other topic for full-text popular magazine and journal articles, and other resources.
Explora for Elementary Students
Browse by broad topic areas or search by any topic for full text popular magazine articles, encyclopedia entries, and other resources.
FamilySearch
Explore the world's largest collection of free family trees, genealogy records and resources.
Funk and Wagnalls Encyclopedia
Student-friendly encyclopedia covering more than 25,000 topics.
Gale Courses
Hundreds of engaging, instructor-led online courses focused on professional development, technology skills, and personal enrichment that are all free with your library card!
High School Equivalency Center
LearningExpress Library's High School Equivalency Center provides skill development and other resources and tools for preparation for high school equivalency tests including the GED, HiSET, and TASC.
Khan Academy
Billed as a "free world-class education for anyone anywhere," Khan Academy has thousands of courses that span humanities, computer science, test prep, and more.
LegalAid of Nebraska
Offers free legal representation to low-income clients in a number of civil legal problems.
Legal Information Reference Center
Legal resources for consumers, including Nolo guides on family law, real estate, taxes, immigration, and more.
MasterFILE Complete
Thousands of popular magazines, journals, and reference sources to support research.
MedLine Plus
Find answers to health questions, including overviews of conditions and diseases, information on staying healthy, drug information and the latest news from the world of medicine.
MyHeritage Library Edition
Conduct family or historical research using global genealogy resources, including census data, vital records, and more.
Nebraska Business Development Center
The Nebraska Business Development Center offers one-on-one business counseling at no-charge to Nebraska entrepreneurs and business owners. They offer a number of services to help start and grow businesses. Examples include support with business plans, market research, exporting/importing strategy, government contracting, technology commercialization, and more.
Nebraska Family Helpline
The Nebraska Family Helpline is a FREE service offering 24/7 support to families dealing with a youth’s mental/behavioral health issue. Trained crisis counselors assess the family's immediate safety needs, help callers connect to emergency resources and offer other referrals in callers’ communities.
Nebraska Free Legal Answers
A website where financially qualifying Nebraskans can ask a Nebraska volunteer lawyer a question about a civil legal problem for free.
NoveList Plus
Fiction and nonfiction reading recommendations, book reviews, series information and more.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
The OOH from the Bureau of Labor Statistics can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.
Points of View Reference Center
Essays and articles presenting multiple sides of 400+ controversial issues.
School Center
Resources for elementary, middle, and high school students from LearningExpress Library. Prepare for important tests, get extra help for assignments, boost skills in core subjects, and more.
Small Business Reference Center
Information on how to start, finance, or manage a small business.
Test Prep Courses
Studying for the ACT, SAT or other tests? Take one of the test prep courses in Gale Courses.
Wirecutter
Wirecutter is a product review website owned by The New York Times Company. The website tests and reviews the best tech, appliances, gear, and more.