Westminster Public Library provides a variety of online research and learning resources to help learners of all ages and needs. These resources can be accessed inside the library by anyone using a library computer. Remote access is available to any Westminster Public Library cardholder, unless otherwise noted.
Abdo e-Books for kids
Fiction and nonfiction e-books by searchable by subject, grade level, or format.
Ancestry Library Edition
Billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more for genealogy research Remote access: not available. This database is licensed for in-library use only. Video guides
Auto Repair Source
Accurate and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. Video guide
Britannica
Encyclopedia including biographies, videos, and images. Visit the Help page for tips on using Britannica.
Business Search
Full-text business-related articles and news stories. Video guide
Colorado Grants Guide
Colorado's leading online tool for funding research.
Remote access: not available. This database is licensed for in-library use only.
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Colorado Historical Newspapers
Digitized pages from more than 220 newspapers published in Colorado from 1859-1923. Visit Help and Forums to find out more about using viewing this collection.
Consumer Health Complete
Health and wellness information from mainstream to complementary medicine. Video guide
Consumer Reports
Shop smart using product reviews, ratings, news and comparisons.
Creativebug
DIY, crafter and makers! Nurture your creative side with 1000+ video classes in painting, knitting, crafting, sewing and more!
CultureGrams
Country and state information, culture, customs, and images. Remote access: not available. This database is licensed for in-library use only. Video guide.
Explora Elementary
Full-text articles from children’s magazines, encyclopedia articles, images, and maps. Video guide
Explora High School
Full-text articles from magazines and newspapers, encyclopedia articles, images, and maps. Video guide
Explora Middle School
Full-text articles from magazines and newspapers, encyclopedia articles, images, and maps.
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Explora Public Library
Full-text articles from magazines and newspapers, encyclopedia articles, images, and maps.
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Gale Courses
Instructor-facilitated online learning anytime, anywhere! Video guide
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Hundreds of reference eBooks across a wide variety of topics.
History Reference Center
Historical reference books, magazines, journals and primary source documents. Video guide
ImageQuest
Millions of images for your school assignments and presentations. Video guide
Learning Express Library
Unlimited access to online practice exams, study guides and test-preparation books.
Legal Information Reference Center
Full-text legal books and legal forms. Video guide
Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts with Full Text
Indexes more than 560 core journals and nearly 50 priority journals.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda Library)
Thousands of courses taught by experts in popular fields like IT, design, instruction, and business. Create an account to track progress, create playlists of potential coursework, and keep course notes. Only patrons with full service Westminster Public Library cards may access this resource.
Mango Languages
Choose from over 70 languages, including Pirate. Use the Mango app for on-the-go learning. Video guide
Miss Humblebee's Academy
Online school readiness and fun. Video guide
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Find data and analysis on over 41,000 investments, portfolio analysis tools, screening tools for stocks, mutual funds and ETFs, analyst reports and ratings and more. Please note: Access to this database is limited to one user at a time. Remote access: all Westminster residents. Video guides
My Heritage
Birth, death and marriage records from 48 countries, the complete U.S. and U.K. censuses, immigration, military and tombstone records and more than 2 billion family tree profiles.
Novelist
Find your next favorite teen or adult book.
Novelist K-8
Find your next favorite children's book.
OverDrive & OverDrive Kids’
Read e-books & listen to e-audiobooks using your iOS, Android, Kindle, Nook or other mobile devices. Only patrons with full service Westminster Public Library cards may access this resource.
Points Of View Reference Center
Presents multiple sides of controversial issues. Video guide
Reference USA
Detailed information on more than 51 million U.S. businesses as well as consumer demographics. Reference USA Learning Center
Safari Tech Books
7/1/19: This resource has been discontinued.
Science Reference Center
Hundreds of science magazines, journals, encyclopedias, reference books and images. Video Guide
Sesame Street eBooks
Over 150 eBooks featuring your child's favorite Sesame Street characters.
Small Business Reference Center
Books, articles, and videos about starting, running, and growing a small business. Video guide.
Small Engine Repair
Repair and maintenance information for small engines including motorcycles, generators, and lawnmowers. Video guide