Online Resources by Subject
The Orion Library provides its users with access to subscription online resources that can be accessed with an Orion library card. Additional resources provided by the Michigan eLibrary can be accessed via MeL.org with a Michigan driver's license.
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Art
Baker’s Biographical Dictionary of Musicians
Covers all musical genres, with new entries written by a distinguished group of area specialists as well as the original articles by Nicolas Slonimsky. This work continues the tradition of offering the most comprehensive and authoritative information on musicians, along with interesting and insightful evaluations of their contributions to the musical world.
Baker’s Biographical Dictionary of Popular Musicians Since 1990
An A-Z biographical reference that focuses on individual artists and groups in all popular styles active from 1990 to the present, including those in rock, rhythm and blues, rap, country, electronica, jazz, vocal and classical. Features include select discographies, bibliographies, a glossary of musical terms, and other information. Also features appendix essays on various topics including the music industry, rap, and grunge.
With more than 100 full-text magazines and journals covered in databases such as the Wilson Art Index and RILM, this collection will provide your students with resources to support research in areas such as drama, music, art history, and filmmaking.
Provides dynamic information on the following topics: architecture and design, culture, literature, multimedia, music, performing arts, philosophy and religion, and visual arts. Full-text articles are selected from more than 1,200 domestic and international publications. Many articles are accompanied by full-color images, including art reproductions, photographs, and illustrations.
Automotive
Not Available for Home Access | ALLDATA Online provides electronic diagnostic and repair information and services for the automotive service industry. Find manufacturer TSBs and recalls, OEM wiring diagrams, maintenance tables and other auto repair information.
Represents the most authoritative automotive repair information available to car owners. There are thousands of year, make, and model combinations covering the most popular vehicles of the past 30 years, plus additional coverage of specialty models.
Biography
Biography and Genealogy Master Index
Indexes current, readily available reference sources, as well as the most important retrospective works that cover individuals, both living and deceased, from every field of activity and from all areas of the world. Bibliographic citations only -- no full-text.
Biography eReference Collection
Sources include:
- American Women Writers
- Contemporary Black Biography
- Contemporary Hispanic Biography
- Women in the World
Biographies from Gale Group sources and full-text articles from hundreds of periodicals. Search for people based on one or more personal facts such as birth and death year, nationality, ethnicity, occupation or gender, or combine criteria to create a highly-targeted custom search.
Business & Investing
Provides access to all the business and management journals, trade journals, newspapers and directories needed for in-depth research on companies, products, markets, industries, economics, and management disciplines. It also provides full-text U.S. and international private and public company directory listings, and full-text PR Newswire releases on those corporations.
A fully integrated resource bringing together company profiles, brand information, rankings, investment reports, company histories, chronologies, and periodicals.
Actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses. Presents sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries which serve as examples of how to approach, structure and compose business plans.
Communications & Mass Media Collection
From marketing professionals to students studying for advanced degrees in linguistic theory, this collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, and many more.
Encyclopedia of American Industries
A three-volume business reference that provides detailed, comprehensive information on a wide range of industries in every realm of American business. The work consists of more than 1,000 detailed profiles of the manufacturing and service industries.
Encyclopedia of Emerging Industries
Provides information about the inception, emergence and current status of new and established industries and business segments that are pioneering new technologies, introducing break-through marketing strategies or implementing innovative means of serving new markets. Consists of detailed profiles newer industries, such as biometrics, risk management services, satellites, specialty tourism, and others.
Includes essays on 350 topics in management theories and applications, written by academics and business professionals who have first hand knowledge of the particular topic or essay they are contributing, and reviewed and edited by Dr. Marilyn M. Helms. Topics include aggregate planning, benchmarking, logistics, diversification strategy, non-traditional work arrangements, performance measurement, productivity measures, and supply chain management, among many others.
Encyclopedia of Small Business
This convenient and exhaustive print reference source is designed to provide entrepreneurs with how-to information that they can apply to their own business. The Encyclopedia contains detailed articles and overviews of all the key information needs of small business users, including financing; financial planning; business plan creation; market analysis; sales strategy; tax planning and more.
Analyze company performance and activity, industry events and trends as well as the latest in management, economics and politics. Access to a combination of broker research reports, trade publications, newspapers, journals and company directory listings with full text and images available.
Morningstar Investment Research Center (Home Access)
Get comprehensive financial information on New York Stock Exchange, American Stock Exchange, and NASDAQ stocks, comprehensive financial information on thousands of mutual funds, including the Morningstar star rating, see financial information on hundreds of exchange-traded funds with up-to-date information on returns, reports and Morningstar ratings, get return information on various investment indexes, types, sectors, and styles, and test drive Morningstar's robust yet easy-to-use portfolio tools and calculators to determine what your asset mix should be, how your investments are working together, and more.
Morningstar Investment Research Center (Library Access)
Get comprehensive financial information on New York Stock Exchange, American Stock Exchange, and NASDAQ stocks, comprehensive financial information on thousands of mutual funds, including the Morningstar star rating, see financial information on hundreds of exchange-traded funds with up-to-date information on returns, reports and Morningstar ratings, get return information on various investment indexes, types, sectors, and styles, and test drive Morningstar's robust yet easy-to-use portfolio tools and calculators to determine what your asset mix should be, how your investments are working together, and more.
Nations of the World: A Political, Economic & Business Handbook
Profiles numerous nations and self-governing territories around the world. Covers political and economic issues, business information, key facts, and provides a country profile for each nation.
The ReferenceUSA database contains, in module format, detailed information on more than 14 million U.S. businesses and 100 million households.
Small Business Resource Center
A comprehensive database offering content that covers all major areas of starting and operating a small business, including accounting, finance, human resources, management, marketing, tax and more.
Careers & Employment
Actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses. Presents sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries which serve as examples of how to approach, structure and compose business plans.
Whether studying to become a lawyer or law enforcement officer, paralegal, or for a career in Homeland Security, this collection rises to the challenge. Users will have access to 150 journals.
Assess and explore careers, find jobs and internships, create professional resumes and cover letters, master interviewing skills, prepare for on-the-job success and track job search progress. To access Job & Career Accelerator, you will be asked to create an account.
A comprehensive, interactive online learning platform of e-study guides, practice tests and tutorial course series designed to help patrons—students and adult learners—succeed on the academic or licensing tests they must pass. You'll get immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of your results. To access LearningExpress Library, you will be asked to create an account.
Computers
Use this database to find computer-related product introductions, news and reviews in areas such as hardware, software, electronics, engineering, communications and the application of technology.
Reviews the history of computer science, discusses concepts, and profiles contributors in the field. Also explores the impact of computers on society, with examples in literature and film to illustrate and support trends. Includes illustrations, sidebars, bibliographies, filmographies, timelines, charts, and a glossary. For general audiences.
eAudiobooks
Using an Orion Library card, library patrons are able to download and access eBook and / or eAudiobook titles via computer, eBook reader or compatible mobile devices. For more information, please see OverDrive eBooks & eAudiobooks.
TumbleBookCloud is an online collection of eBooks and read-along chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and audiobooks! All books are available with unlimited access, all the time, from any device with an internet connection.
TumbleBookCloud Junior is an online collection of eBooks and read-along chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and audio books! It’s designed specifically for elementary and middle schools. All books are available with unlimited access, all the time, from any device with an internet connection.
eBooks
Provides access to Michigan eLibrary's collection of digital versions of printed materials such as books or journals, databases and any other digital content. All content is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Not all EBSCOhost titles support ebook downloading and portable reading device transfer.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Gale Virtual Reference Library is a database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. Topics include: Business, Education, Environment, History, Law, Medicine, Multicultural Studies, Nation and World, Religion, Science, and Social Science. GVRL does not support the transfer of titles to portable reading devices.
Using an Orion Library card, library patrons are able to download and access eBook and / or eAudiobook titles via computer, eBook reader or compatible mobile devices. For more information, please see OverDrive eBooks & eAudiobooks.
An online resource that leverages the award-winning True Books content to help students hone literacy skills, build knowledge of subject-area content, and cultivate 21st Century Skills through the inquiry process. All of the True Book titles are supported with a deep and diverse reservoir of related content and primary sources featuring videos, audio, images, and text.
An online resource that leverages the award-winning True Books content to help students hone literacy skills, build knowledge of subject-area content, and cultivate 21st Century Skills through the inquiry process. All of the True Book titles are supported with a deep and diverse reservoir of related content and primary sources featuring videos, audio, images, and text.
TumbleBooks is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. TumbleBooks are created by adding animation, sound, music and narration to existing picture books in order to produce an electronic picture book which kids can read, or have read to them.
TumbleBookCloud is an online collection of eBooks and read-along chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and audiobooks! All books are available with unlimited access, all the time, from any device with an internet connection.
TumbleBookCloud Junior is an online collection of eBooks and read-along chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and audio books! It’s designed specifically for elementary and middle schools. All books are available with unlimited access, all the time, from any device with an internet connection.
Education
Communications & Mass Media Collection
From marketing professionals to students studying for advanced degrees in linguistic theory, this collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, and many more.
Comparative Guide to American Elementary & Secondary Schools
Offers a profile of every public school district in the United States serving 1,500 or more students and provides pertinent evaluative and demographic statistics necessary to evaluate educational programs nationwide.
Michigan Online Resources for Educators
Use Michigan Online Resources for Educators (MORE) to find lesson plans and curriculum aids searchable by subject or state standard.
Provides comprehensive information on sources of education-related financial aid sponsored and administered by private organizations and companies.
This 3-volume country-by-country survey of educational systems provides detailed essays on the histories, legal foundations, and primary and secondary educational systems of 233 countries. This updated and expanded edition gives users up-to-date coverage of reorganized educational systems and high-interest topics such as technological advances.
Encyclopedias & General Reference
Provides access to Michigan eLibrary's collection of digital versions of printed materials such as books or journals, databases and any other digital content. All content is available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Not all EBSCOhost titles support ebook downloading and portable reading device transfer.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Gale Virtual Reference Library is a database of encyclopedias and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. Topics include: Business, Education, Environment, History, Law, Medicine, Multicultural Studies, Nation and World, Religion, Science, and Social Science. GVRL does not support the transfer of titles to portable reading devices.
Opposing Viewpoints In Context
A one-stop source for information on today's hottest social issues. Drawing on acclaimed series published by Greenhaven Press and other Thomson Gale imprints, OVRC features viewpoint articles, topic overviews, full-text magazine and newspaper articles, primary source documents, statistics, images and podcasts, and links to Websites.
World Book for Kids | Developed especially for young public library patrons, this resource offers easy-to-read articles and a wealth of engaging multimedia, games, science projects, interactive tools, and activities.
World Book Info Finder | Designed for school-aged patrons’ homework and research needs, this resource features rich collections of multimedia on a variety of topics, science fair projects; a Biography Center; links to world newspapers, correlations to curriculum standards, 21st century research guides, and much more.
World Book Online Reference Center | Designed for school-aged patrons’ homework and research needs, this resource features rich collections of multimedia on a variety of topics, science fair projects; a Biography Center; links to world newspapers, correlations to curriculum standards, 21st century research guides, and much more.
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos | Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos ofrece artículos en español, diversas fuentes de información como fotografías y videos, y sitios de Internet para estudiantes de español.Environment
With broad coverage of agriculture and its related fields, this collection provides a comprehensive view of this growing body of knowledge. Comprised of nearly 200 titles, researchers will have access to current and authoritative content that spans the industry -- from practical aspects of farming to cutting edge scientific research in horticulture.
Beacham’s Guide to the Endangered Species of North America
This guide presents extensive data on the habitats and ecosystems of more than 1,200 species identified as endangered or threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service. Entries include introductory information with an image of the species; a summary section detailing information on each species; a concluding summary of recovery efforts; and a bibliography of contacts for further information.
Encyclopedia of Environmental Ethics and Philosophy
Examines the philosophical and ethical issues underlying contemporary and historical environmental issues, policies, and debates. Covers concepts, institutions, topics, events and people, including global warming, animal rights, environmental movements, alternative energy, green chemistry, industrial ecology, and eco-sabotage.
Provides in-depth, worldwide coverage of environmental issues. Each article is written in a nontechnical style and provides current status, analysis, and suggested solutions whenever possible.
Environmental Studies and Policy Collection
A collection of over 800 journals and 6 subject specific Delmar reference titles provide robust coverage of environmental issues and policies, including diverse perspectives from the scientific community, governmental policy makers, as well as corporate interests.
Gardening, Landscape & Horticulture Collection
Farmers, landscape architects, and biotechnologists alike will have their information appetites sated with this collection of nearly 50 journals focused specifically on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture. A fertile and growing collection, this collection includes content relating to both the practical aspects as well as the scientific theory of horticulture studies.
Grzimek’s Animal Life Encyclopedia
A completely revised and updated version of the original work published in Germany in 1960, this edition incorporates recent developments in the animal world as noted by prominent advisors and contributors from the scientific community.
Grzimek’s Student Animal Life Resource
This resource book offers broad, comprehensive coverage of the animal kingdom, ranging from the simple -- sponges and corals -- to the complex -- mammals. Animals are grouped by major classifications: sponges; corals; jellyfishes; segmented worms; crustaceans and mollusks; insects; fishes; amphibians; reptiles; birds; and mammals.
This set covers all important water science concepts and current issues and highlights major historical developments and key figures.
Genealogy
Not Available for Home Access | Collection of approximately 4,000 databases including key collections such as U.S. federal census images and indexes from 1790 to 1930; the Map Center containing more than 1,000 historical maps; American Genealogical Biographical Index (over 200 volumes), Daughters of the American Revolution Lineage (over 150 volumes), The Great Migration Begins: Immigrants to New England, 1620-1630, Social Security Death Index, WWI Draft Registration Cards, Federal Slave Narratives, and a strong Civil War collection.
Biography and Genealogy Master Index
Indexes current, readily available reference sources, as well as the most important retrospective works that cover individuals, both living and deceased, from every field of activity and from all areas of the world. Bibliographic citations only -- no full-text.
HeritageQuest Online (Home Access)
A collection of over 25,000 family and local histories, and content. Complete U.S. Federal Census, 1790-1930.
HeritageQuest Online (Library Access)
A collection of over 25,000 family and local histories, and content. Complete U.S. Federal Census, 1790-1930.
Michigana: Sources in U.S. History Online
Drawn from the Sabin collection and other Gale sources, the archive provides access to a wide variety of documents: personal narratives and memoirs, pamphlets and political speeches, sermons and songs, legal treatises and children's books.
Health
The Culinary Arts collection includes 150 of the major cooking and nutrition magazines. Coverage includes thousands of searchable recipes, restaurant reviews, and industry information.
Health and Medical eReference Collection
Sources include:
- ADHD
- Amnesia
- Anorexia and Bulimia
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Drugs, Alcohol, and Tobacco: Learning about Addictive Behavior
- Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol and Addictive Behavior
- Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
- Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
- Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health: Infancy through Adolescence
- Gale Encyclopedia of Fitness
- Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders
- Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
- Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Health
- Gale Encyclopedia of Senior Health: A Guide for Seniors and Their Caregivers
- MRSA
- Phobias
- Plague
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
- UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances
Health and Wellness Resource Center and Alternative Health Module
Use this Resource Center to find magazines, journals, newspapers, definitions, directories, and information on: Fitness, Pregnancy, Medicine, Nutrition, Diseases, Public Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Alcohol and Drug abuse, Prescription Drugs, etc. Included are links to diet, cancer, and health assessment sites as well as government databases. The material contained in this Resource Center is intended for informational purposes only.
Health Reference Center Academic
Use this database to find articles on: Fitness, Pregnancy, Medicine, Nutrition, Diseases, Public Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Alcohol and Drug abuse, HMOs, Prescription Drugs, etc. The material contained in this database is intended for informational purposes only.
Provides a wide array of content needed for research papers and basic nursing theory overviews, including access to sample care plans, multimedia content, full-text reference books, citations to journals in the field and more. Ideal for students preparing to take the NCLEX-PN or NCLEX-RN.
History
Sources include:
- Africa: An Encyclopeida for Students
- American Civil War Reference Library
- American Decades
- American Decades: 2000 - 2009
- The American Economy: A Historical Encyclopedia
- American History Through Literature 1820 - 1870
- American History Through Literature 1870 - 1920
- American Home Front in World War II
- American Inaugurals: The Speeches, The Presidents, and Their Times
- Ancient Civilizations Reference Library
- Ancient Greece and Rome: An Encyclopedia for Students
- The Crusades Reference Library
- Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion
- Encyclopedia of European Social History
- Encyclopedia of Latin American History
- Encyclopedia of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered History in America
- Encyclopedia of Modern Asia
- Encyclopedia of Modern China
- Encyclopedia of Russian History
- Encyclopedia of the American Revolution: Library of Military History
- Encyclopedia of the Great Depression
- Encyclopedia of the Modern Middle East and North Africa
- Gale Encyclopedia of the Unusual and Unexplained
- Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. Economic History
- Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History: Government and Politics
- Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History: War
- Gale Encyclopedia of World History: Governments
- Gale Encyclopedia of World History: War
- Great Depression and the New Deal Reference Library
- Learning About the Holocaust: A Student's Guide
- Middle Ages Reference Library
- The 9/11 Encyclopedia
- Renaissance and Reformation Reference Library
- St. James Encyclopedia of Popular Culture
- The Sixties in America Reference Library
- Supreme Court Drama: Cases That Changed America
- The Value of a Dollar: Prices and Incomes in the United States, 1860 - 2009
- Vietnam War Reference Library
- Women in World History: A Biographical Encyclopedia
- World War I Reference Library
- World War II Reference Library
Searchable databases containing the Lake Orion Review (most issues published since 1935, plus many older issues), Heir-Lines (the quarterly publication of the North Oakland Genealogical Society), the Orion Legacy (the Orion Historical Society Newsletter), and Jim Ingram’s Time Tracs.
Oakland County Historical Resources
Oakland County Historical Resources (OCHR) is a full-text, searchable database composed of digitized text and images of original documents, death notices, maps, photos, etc. contributed or approved by OCHR members.
- Michigan Above-Ground Surveys, Lake Orion Homes Detailed surveys of historic Lake Orion Properties. Homes arranged alphabetically by street name.
- Orion Since 1818 The history of Orion, written by Paul M. Scott and commissioned by the Orion Township Library Board in honor of the American Revolution Bicentennial (1776 1976).
- Reconnaissance Survey: Historic Architecture, Lake Orion Homes In October 2006, the Charter Township of Orion contracted with the Mannik & Smith Group to conduct a reconnaissance-level survey of the 200 most significant and well-preserved historic resources in the township. The goal of this project was to provide a permanent record of historic properties in Orion Township that would serve as a baseline for future planning and preservation. The resulting report is a wealth of information about Orion Township and its historic homes.
Language
Full text. Una colección de revistas hispánicas con textos completos. Abarca negocios, salud, tecnología, cultura, temas de actualidad y otras materias.
Communications & Mass Media Collection
From marketing professionals to students studying for advanced degrees in linguistic theory, this collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, and many more.
Mango's unique teaching method quickly engages you in real conversations between two native speakers. Your instructor will take you through every step of the process! Each lesson revisits previously learned material, but you have complete control over your learning experience. Log in anonymously or create a profile to track your lesson progress. Users must create an account before accessing Mango Languages via iOS or Android apps.
World Book for Kids | Developed especially for young public library patrons, this resource offers easy-to-read articles and a wealth of engaging multimedia, games, science projects, interactive tools, and activities.World Book Info Finder | Designed for school-aged patrons’ homework and research needs, this resource features rich collections of multimedia on a variety of topics, science fair projects; a Biography Center; links to world newspapers, correlations to curriculum standards, 21st century research guides, and much more.World Book Online Reference Center | Designed for school-aged patrons’ homework and research needs, this resource features rich collections of multimedia on a variety of topics, science fair projects; a Biography Center; links to world newspapers, correlations to curriculum standards, 21st century research guides, and much more.Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos | Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos ofrece artículos en español, diversas fuentes de información como fotografías y videos, y sitios de Internet para estudiantes de español.Legal
Whether studying to become a lawyer or law enforcement officer, paralegal, or for a career in Homeland Security, this collection rises to the challenge. Users will have access to 150 journals.
Encyclopedia of the American Constitution
Contains new and updated original articles covering recent concepts (i.e. adoption, race, the Constitution, birthright citizenship) and court cases since 1992 offering comprehensive coverage of all aspects of constitutional law, as well as biographies of people who have had an impact on our government's legal framework. Also covers judicial decisions handed down by the Supreme Court.
Encyclopedia of the Supreme Court of the United States
Focuses on the substance of American law, the processes that produce its legal principles, and the history of the Supreme Court, from its creation to the present. Overview essays address the history of such topics as citizenship, due process, Native Americans, racism, and contraception, emphasizing the social context of each and the social and political pressures that shaped interpretation.
Gale Encyclopedia of Everyday Law
This encyclopedia fills a much-needed gap between legal texts focusing on the theory and history behind the law and more practical guides dealing with the law and its everyday effect upon its citizens. Containing approximately 200 articles, the Encyclopedia includes: brief descriptions of each issue's historical background, covering important statutes and cases; profiles of various U.S. laws and regulations; and details of how laws and regulations vary from state to state.
Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History: Government and Politics
Provides a concise history of the U.S. government and political scene throughout American history, with a particular emphasis on how government and politics effects, and is affected by, social change.
Gale Encyclopedia of World History: Governments
Provides a broad overview of national governments throughout history, explaining their structures and histories, key players and events, and how governments effect, and are affected by, social change.
Governments of the World: A Global Guide to Citizen’s Rights and Responsibilities
This wide-ranging, multidisciplinary encyclopedia describes and analyzes how the governments profiled affect citizens in the daily exercise of their rights and responsibilities. Arranged alphabetically and richly illustrated, Governments of the World features biographies and historical surveys on different types of political systems, such as constitutional monarchies, presidential systems, democracies and dictatorships, and much more.
Use this database to find articles in all major law reviews, law journals, specialty law and bar association journals and legal newspapers. Included are articles on Federal and State Cases, Laws and Regulations, Legal Practice, and Taxation. Also included are: British Commonwealth, European Union and International Law.
Examines landmark pieces of legislation, explaining the historical factors that led to the proposal of each act, looking at the adoption process and assessing each act's impact on American life. All aspects of legislation are covered, including the National Prohibition Act, the Civil Rights Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act, the Freedom of Information Act and much more.
A quick, state-by-state comparison of current state laws -- how they differ and how they're similar -- for a range of relevant subjects from abortion to employment discrimination, child custody to interest rates.
Supreme Court Drama: Cases That Changed America
Each volume is organized by broad legal principles such as individual liberties, criminal justice, equal protection, and business and government law. Within this framework, case entries are arranged under the more specific legal issue to which they relate, such as affirmative action, capital punishment, freedom of speech, and monopolies.
Literature
American History Through Literature: 1820 – 1870
Presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is "new historicist" in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
American History Through Literature: 1870 – 1920
Presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is "new historicist" in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
Designed to help you decide what to read next. Search by character, topic, setting, time period, genre, title, author, and series. Includes over 140,000 titles, 50,000 authors, and thousands of read-alike, award winner, and librarian's favorites lists. Titles include both fiction and non-fiction.
Communications & Mass Media Collection
From marketing professionals to students studying for advanced degrees in linguistic theory, this collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, and many more.
Locate books to read and learn more about fiction books and authors through Author Read-alikes, Feature Articles, Book Discussion Guides, and Book Talks.
NoveList K-8 allows you to discover fiction titles that are popular with young readers as well as titles to use in the classroom. Use favorite book titles and authors to find additional books to read or use in the classroom.
Provides dynamic information on the following topics: architecture and design, culture, literature, multimedia, music, performing arts, philosophy and religion, and visual arts. Full-text articles are selected from more than 1,200 domestic and international publications. Many articles are accompanied by full-color images, including art reproductions, photographs, and illustrations.
Magazines & Journals
A premiere source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles from journals and reference sources with extensive coverage of the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and other subjects. Includes full-text coverage of the New York Times back to 1995.
Search more than 2,500 full-text magazines, newspapers, books, and transcripts -- plus thousands of maps, pictures, educator-approved websites from Homework Central, and top-quality multimedia files.
From arts and the humanities to social sciences, science and technology, this database meets research needs across all academic disciplines. Access scholarly journals, news magazines, and newspapers - many with full text and images.
A one-stop source for news and periodical articles on a wide range of topics: business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health care, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social science, sports, technology, and many general interest topics. Millions of full-text articles, many with images. Updated daily.
General interest database. Use to find articles from newspapers, reference books and periodicals, many with full-text and images.
This database is designed for high school students, with access to a variety of indexed and full-text magazines, newspapers and reference books for information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more.
Zinio Digital Magazines – New Users
Download and enjoy electronic versions of many popular magazine titles using a computer or compatible portable device. For more detailed information about using Zinio, including account creation for first-time users, please see Zinio eMagazines.
Zinio Digital Magazines – Returning Users
Download and enjoy electronic versions of many popular magazine titles using a computer or compatible portable device. For more detailed information about using Zinio, including account creation for first-time users, please see Zinio eMagazines.
Multicultural
A must-have for social science, history and liberal arts coursework, this collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in our global community. This set includes more than 150 journals.
Multicultural eReference Collection
Sources include:
- The African-American Years: Chronologies of American History and Experience
- Contemporary Black Biography
- Contemporary Hispanic Biography
- Encyclopedia of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered History in America
- Gale Encyclopedia of Multicultural America
- Multicultural America: An Encyclopedia of the Newest Americans
OISO brings together the best current scholarship in the field for students, scholars, government officials, community groups, and librarians to foster a more accurate and informed understanding of the Islamic world. Oxford Islamic Studies Online features reference content and commentary by renowned scholars in areas such as global Islamic history, concepts, people, practices, politics, and culture, and is regularly updated as new content.
Oxford Islamic Studies Online is provided by Bridging Cultures: Muslim Journeys, a grant sponsored by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association.
Nation & World
CultureGrams provides concise, reliable, and up-to-date cultural information on hundreds of countries, as well as the U.S. state and Canadian Provinces. Information about each country, state and province is written and reviewed by natives and updated every year to ensure that it reflects the most accurate information. Each report covers 25 categories, including history, religion, family, economy, gestures, current events and more.
Nation & World eReference Collection
Sources include:
- America's Top Rated Cities 2009: A Statistical Handbook
- America's Top Rated Smaller Cities: A Statistical Handbook
- The Comparative Guide to American Suburbs: Covers 2,756 Suburban Communities in the 75 Largest Metro Areas - With Rankings
- The Comparative Guide to American Suburbs: Covers 2,400 Suburban Communities in the 50 Largest Metro Areas - With Rankings
- Countries and Their Cultures
- Countries of the World and Their Leaders Yearbook
- Encyclopedia of Food and Culture
- Encyclopedia of Islam & the Muslim World
- Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture
- Encyclopedia of Modern Asia
- Encyclopedia of Modern China
- Encyclopedia of the Modern Middle East and North Africa
- Nations of the World
- Profiles of Michigan
- Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations
OISO brings together the best current scholarship in the field for students, scholars, government officials, community groups, and librarians to foster a more accurate and informed understanding of the Islamic world. Oxford Islamic Studies Online features reference content and commentary by renowned scholars in areas such as global Islamic history, concepts, people, practices, politics, and culture, and is regularly updated as new content.
Oxford Islamic Studies Online is provided by Bridging Cultures: Muslim Journeys, a grant sponsored by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association.
Newspapers
Searchable databases containing the Lake Orion Review (most issues published since 1935, plus many older issues), Heir-Lines (the quarterly publication of the North Oakland Genealogical Society), the Orion Legacy (the Orion Historical Society Newsletter), and Jim Ingram’s Time Tracs.
InfoTrac Newsstand is a full-text newspaper database which allows users to search articles instantly by title, headline, date, newspaper section or other assigned fields from a collection of thousands of national, international, state and local newspapers. (1980 - present)
Comprehensive coverage of articles, stories, columns, commentaries, reviews and more for the newspaper from the state capital of Michigan. (2002-Present)
The New York Times daily newspaper. (1985 - present)
Philosophy & Religion
OISO brings together the best current scholarship in the field for students, scholars, government officials, community groups, and librarians to foster a more accurate and informed understanding of the Islamic world. Oxford Islamic Studies Online features reference content and commentary by renowned scholars in areas such as global Islamic history, concepts, people, practices, politics, and culture, and is regularly updated as new content.
Oxford Islamic Studies Online is provided by Bridging Cultures: Muslim Journeys, a grant sponsored by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association.
Philosophy & Religion eReference Collection
Sources include:
- Contemporary American Religion
- Encyclopedia of American Religions
- Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim World
- Encyclopedia of Philosophy
- Encyclopedia of Religion
Science
With broad coverage of agriculture and its related fields, this collection provides a comprehensive view of this growing body of knowledge. Comprised of nearly 200 titles, researchers will have access to current and authoritative content that spans the industry -- from practical aspects of farming to cutting edge scientific research in horticulture.
APS Journals (American Physical Society)
Physical Review Letters, Physical Review, and Reviews of Modern Physics published by the American Physical Society.
Chemical Elements provides in-depth information on 112 known chemical elements, plus coverage of recently discovered elements 113 through 116 and 118.
Communications & Mass Media Collection
From marketing professionals to students studying for advanced degrees in linguistic theory, this collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, and many more.
Environmental Studies and Policy Collection
A collection of over 800 journals and 6 subject specific Delmar reference titles provide robust coverage of environmental issues and policies, including diverse perspectives from the scientific community, governmental policy makers, as well as corporate interests.
Gardening, Landscape & Horticulture Collection
Farmers, landscape architects, and biotechnologists alike will have their information appetites sated with this collection of nearly 50 journals focused specifically on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture. A fertile and growing collection, this collection includes content relating to both the practical aspects as well as the scientific theory of horticulture studies.
Sources include:
- Alternative Energy
- Beacham's Guide to the Endangered Species of North America
- Biology
- Biotechnology: In Context
- CDs, Super Glue, and Salsa
- Chemical Elements: From Carbon to Krypton
- Chemistry: Foundations and Applications
- Computer Sciences
- Encyclopedia of Environmental Ethics
- Environmental Encyclopedia
- Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders
- Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia
- Grzimek's Student Animal Life Resource
- Real-Life Math
- UXL Complete Life Science Resources
- UXL Encyclopedia of Science
- Water: Science and Issues
- World of Earth Science
- World of Microbiology and Immunology
Social Sciences
A must-have for social science, history and liberal arts coursework, this collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in our global community. This set includes more than 150 journals.
This collection of journals aims to provide balanced coverage of this significant aspect of our culture, covering such topics as gender studies, family and marital issues, health aspects, and many more.
Opposing Viewpoints In Context
A one-stop source for information on today's hottest social issues. Drawing on acclaimed series published by Greenhaven Press and other Thomson Gale imprints, OVRC features viewpoint articles, topic overviews, full-text magazine and newspaper articles, primary source documents, statistics, images and podcasts, and links to Websites.
Social Science eReference Collection
Sources include:
- The Baby Boom: Americans Born 1946 - 1964
- Child Development
- Encyclopedia of Aging
- Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol and Addictive Behavior
- Encyclopedia of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered History
- Encyclopedia of Philosophy
- Gale Encyclopedia of Psychology
- Generation X: Americans Born 1965 - 1976
- The Millennials: Americans Born 1977 - 1994
- Older Americans: A Changing Market
- Psychologists and Their Theories for Students
- Terrorism: Essential Primary Sources
Tests
A comprehensive, interactive online learning platform of e-study guides, practice tests and tutorial course series designed to help patrons—students and adult learners—succeed on the academic or licensing tests they must pass. You'll get immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of your results. To access LearningExpress Library, you will be asked to create an account.
Youth
Search more than 2,500 full-text magazines, newspapers, books, and transcripts -- plus thousands of maps, pictures, educator-approved websites from Homework Central, and top-quality multimedia files.
Tailors all the media types and search functionality of eLibrary for the young reader. Students use the colorful, graphical search interface to find the answers they need from more than 130 magazines, newspapers, books, transcripts, maps, images, weblinks, and audio/video titles, all selected as appropriate for elementary school studies.
Homework Help powered by Brainfuse
Provides library patrons with live, on-demand homework help, state-aligned skills building lessons from expert tutors, and a 24-hour writing lab. With Brainfuse, tutors and students communicate in real time by typing, drawing, and marking-up lessons/web content. In addition, students may use Brainfuse’s secure file sharing feature to submit their papers to our trained writing instructors any time of the day.
This periodical database is designed for students in junior high and middle school, with magazines, newspapers and reference books (most are full-text) for information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more.
This database is designed for high school students, with access to a variety of indexed and full-text magazines, newspapers and reference books for information on current events, the arts, science, popular culture, health, people, government, history, sports and more.
Kids InfoBits meets the research needs of students in Kindergarten through Grade 5. It features a developmentally appropriate, visually graphic interface, a subject-based topic tree search and full-text, age-appropriate, curriculum-related magazine, newspaper and reference content for information on current events, the arts, science, health, people, government, history, sports and more.
NoveList K-8 allows you to discover fiction titles that are popular with young readers as well as titles to use in the classroom. Use favorite book titles and authors to find additional books to read or use in the classroom.
Using an Orion Library card, library patrons are able to download and access eBook and / or eAudiobook titles via computer, eBook reader or compatible mobile devices. For more information, please see OverDrive eBooks & eAudiobooks.
For Home Access, please contact the Youth Services Department | PebbleGo, the award winning PreK-3 database for reading and research, includes database options for Animals, Earth and Space, and Biographies.
A children's database of articles, books, video, audio on all topics. The interface is appropriate to children and includes reading levels, teacher's help pages, over 3,000 maps, and more.
An online resource that leverages the award-winning True Books content to help students hone literacy skills, build knowledge of subject-area content, and cultivate 21st Century Skills through the inquiry process. All of the True Book titles are supported with a deep and diverse reservoir of related content and primary sources featuring videos, audio, images, and text.
An online resource that leverages the award-winning True Books content to help students hone literacy skills, build knowledge of subject-area content, and cultivate 21st Century Skills through the inquiry process. All of the True Book titles are supported with a deep and diverse reservoir of related content and primary sources featuring videos, audio, images, and text.
TumbleBooks is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. TumbleBooks are created by adding animation, sound, music and narration to existing picture books in order to produce an electronic picture book which kids can read, or have read to them.
TumbleBookCloud is an online collection of eBooks and read-along chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and audiobooks! All books are available with unlimited access, all the time, from any device with an internet connection.
TumbleBookCloud Junior is an online collection of eBooks and read-along chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and audio books! It’s designed specifically for elementary and middle schools. All books are available with unlimited access, all the time, from any device with an internet connection.
World Book for Kids | Developed especially for young public library patrons, this resource offers easy-to-read articles and a wealth of engaging multimedia, games, science projects, interactive tools, and activities.World Book Info Finder | Designed for school-aged patrons’ homework and research needs, this resource features rich collections of multimedia on a variety of topics, science fair projects; a Biography Center; links to world newspapers, correlations to curriculum standards, 21st century research guides, and much more.World Book Online Reference Center | Designed for school-aged patrons’ homework and research needs, this resource features rich collections of multimedia on a variety of topics, science fair projects; a Biography Center; links to world newspapers, correlations to curriculum standards, 21st century research guides, and much more.Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos | Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos ofrece artículos en español, diversas fuentes de información como fotografías y videos, y sitios de Internet para estudiantes de español.