LOTE4Kids
A database of children’s eBooks and audiobooks in various world languages, allowing children and families to enjoy books and learn language through the magic of storytelling. *Must have a WEPL card to access from outside the library.
Research & Learn
Research Databases
As a library card holder, you can access most of our databases from home (Ancestry is available in-library use only) using your library card number and PIN/Password. Some databases are only available with a valid Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library card. Forgot your PIN/Password?
Topic: Reference
Mango Languages – Little Pim
The leading language teaching method designed just for children. The short 5-minute videos hold their focus so they can begin their language learning journey on their own.
Teaching Books
Resources that bring favorite children’s and young adult books to life! Discover book trailers, discussion questions, lessons, author interviews, read-along performances, games, and more. Includes a dedicated Homeschool Resource section with lesson plans and more.
CultureGrams
Concise, reliable, and up-to-date cultural information on countries of the world. Beyond the facts and figures, find an insider’s perspective on the history, daily life, and customs. Also covers US states and Canadian provinces.
HeritageHub
Explore your family history with the premier collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today. HeritageHub helps you easily identify relatives, uncover new information and potentially unknown family members. Includes deep coverage from all 50 states, hard-to-find content from the mid 1900’s, and original obituary images. Access is available 24/7.
Plain Dealer Collection from Newsbank
The daily digital edition access from 2018 to today and full-text content of the award-winning newspaper The Cleveland Plain Dealer from 1989 to the present. Choose text-only or the daily digital edition (format: image).
Data Axle Reference Solutions (formerly Reference USA)
Directory information for 63 million U.S. businesses and 310 million individuals. Search for businesses by SIC code, sales volume number of employees and more. Search for residence directory information by name, location or phone number.
NewsBank
Explore and stay informed on local and national topics, people, and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning Ohio, including the daily News-Herald and The Plain Dealer. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.
News-Herald, The (Willoughby)
Explore Lake County history through local news, events, and people with News–Herald Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages and full-text articles. The News-Herald Collection provides access to historical articles from 2000-current newspaper issues. Choose IMAGE format for current issue. Choose TEXT format to search current and archived issues with full-text articles. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device with a WEPL card.
Very Short Introductions
Concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects.
