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In order to take proactive measures against the spread of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, all branches of the Calcasieu Parish Public Library are closed and will remain closed until further notice. DETAILS!

My Library

Our locations might be closed, but that doesn't mean you can't access materials. Your library card connects you to online resources for the whole family - absolutely free. FYI...many resources below have available apps within the App Store and Play Store.

DON'T HAVE A LIBRARY CARD?

Apply for a library card online. Once you submit the application, your card is active for 6 months. You may immediately access various library resources. See list of resources and services below. Find details on how the online registration process works.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact LIVE CHAT service below or use the Questions/Comments form.

EBOOKS, EAUDIOBOOKS, MOVIES, MUSIC, EMAGAZINES, COMICS, TV SHOWS

eBooks, comics, and graphic novels from Freading

stream or download music tracks, albums, and videos from Freegal - (24-hr streaming until Sept. 30, 2020)

audiobooks with AudioBookCloud

If you love romances, you'll love RomanceBookCloud

BIG LIBRARY READ
1st ever global eBook Club!
Download theeBook or audiobook !
No holds! No wait-lists!
(March 23 - April 13)

available!Unlock the magic!
Enjoy #HarryPotterAtHome!
The ebook and audiobook

Unlimited access through April 30th.

BONUS: Harry Potter Hub
Casting a banishing charm on boredom!

ONLINE LEARNING OR DIY HELPS

exercise your brain with brainhq

learn a new language with Mango Languages or Pronunicator

learn new skills (photography, music editing, 3D, web development, and more) with lynda.com from LinkedIn

do-it-yourself home repair, maintenance, and remodeling projects with Home Improvement Reference Center

home & garden, model building, scrapbooking, etc.; instructions, images, & videos with Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center

self help, crafts, and more with eBSCOeBooks

find fun ideas, crafts, and more on CPPL's Pinterest page

TEENS/YOUNG ADULTS

Teen BookCloud - eBooks, graphic novels, educational videos, and audio-books (grades 6-12); use TumbleSearch - search by Accelerated Reader; may need login info (UN: tumble2020 PW: A3b5c6)

Homework Louisiana - get homework help with the skills center and live tutors; academic tutoring assistance available.
1-on-1 tutoring hrs expanded until May 31, 2020: Mon. - Fri. (8a - 12p); Sa & Sun (2p to 12p)

See section above: eBooks, Audiobooks, Movies, Music, eMagazines, Comics, and TV Shows

Additional resources

GENEALOGY RESOURCES

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Online Activities

Distance Learning Opportunities

Websites and Resources

DOWNLOAD THE NEW MOBILE APP IN THE IOS APP STORE and PLAY STORE

Search for calcasieu or calcasieu library in the store.
Search for eBooks and eAudiobooks to download and read.
Browse and checkout eMagazines to read.
Check out these miniYouTube videos to learn more about what this app has to offer.
Details regarding use on other mobile devices.

FAQ

Book drops at all branches are closed. Please keep your materials until after the Library reopens.

Due dates have been extended.

All existing holds sitting on a branch's hold shelf will be extended until after the Library reopens.

The option to place holds within the catalog hasn't been disabled. The fulfillment of those holds will resume once we reopen.

The Library To-Go service is temporarily suspended until we re-open.

Did you forget your PIN? Here's a few options!

Reset it via the online catalog, if an email address is on file at the Library.
Reset pin within an hour of receiving the confirmation email. If not, you'll need to repeat the reset process.

Contact CHAT or use the Contact Us form for assistance.

BE IN THE KNOW WITH LIBRARY NEWS

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How to use Overdrive.

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Explore Science topics, experiments, careers, and news.
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AT A GLANCE

WHAT

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

FOR

600 - 1200 Lexile Level Readers

HOW

Web-based, unlimited access, unlimited users

TERMS

One-year subscription

PRICING

Schools: Per Building
Public Libraries: Per Population Served

Offering more than 70 complete units of study with over 20,000 science-related assets in a variety of media, ScienceFlix® provides students with a better understanding of science concepts and ideas through hands-on projects, videos, multiple text types, interactive features and more.

ScienceFlix helps students:

Practice hands-on scientific study

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Discover our highly engaging, NGSS-aligned science resource that teaches students STEM concepts and ideas through hands-on projects, videos, and more!

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TeachingBooks quest is to empower every reader to… -Connect deeply with a book -Gain new insights and understanding from the author -Thoroughly experience the joy of reading!
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TeachingBooks | Author & Book Resources to Support Reading Education

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TeachingBooks strives to enrich everyone's experience reading children's and young adult books with our original and curated literary resources.

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Gale offers a variety of resources for education, lifelong learning, and academic research. Whether you are looking for peer-reviewed articles; full-text magazines, newspapers, and eBooks; primary source documents; and videos or podcasts, Gale puts the right vetted content and tools at your fingertips!
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Scholarly Resources for Learning and Research | Gale

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Gale's scholarly resources include databases and primary sources, as well as learning resources and products for schools and libraries. Click to explore.

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What a treasure. This site is extremely useful for non readers of all ages. My children just love it. I have shared this site with many of our special needs teachers across our county. Thanks so much for providing such a fun, affordable, and worthwhile product.
Renee
Special Education Teacher, MI
We love TumbleBooks!!! I should add the kids do, too!! TumbleBooks has allowed us to introduce a vast collection of books to students and they W A N T to read. It gives them choice, gives them some control over their own learning, all while at an appropriate reading level. What could be better?
Kathy
Reading Consultant Seth Haley School, CT
I love this site! The fact that the levels of books available are so far-reaching makes this a wonderful site for classrooms---virtually any child can utilize the features on this site. The book report feature is great as well--right along with many of the standards we are teaching in our classrooms, and a great tool for guiding students. The quizzes offer students feedback, and also encouragement as they continue to read. This promotes a feeling of success among students, and furthers their love for literature and reading.
Tammy
Curriculum Coach, SC
This is the best interactive read aloud website I have found. My students and I love it. We can always locate a book easy that connects to what we have been studying. The students love to watch the pictures, and as they progress with their decoding skills they pick out words that they know. When we watch one of these books, I have to pause it after every page so they can find all their sight words that are on the page. The website makes it like have a celebrity reader in our room daily. Thank you so much for your wonderful reading website.
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Kindergarten, AL

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TumbleBookLibrary is a curated database of children's e-books, available by subscription to Elementary Schools and Public Libraries around the world. TumbleBookLibrary Premium has over 1100 titles for grades K-6, and includes our unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, non fiction books and videos, curated playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French.

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Type two or more letters to search, use arrow keys to navigate, Enter to select

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For free ebooks by ABDO publishers, click here.

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For free ebooks, click here. DO NOT enter a school library name.
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MackinVIA is a complete eResource management system providing easy access to eBooks and educational databases. With just one login, users can view, utilize, and manage all of their eResources.

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For free Scholastic learn at home lessons with books and videos, click here!

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Raise a reader by getting the best book recommendations, reading tips, and discounts delivered straight to your inbox.

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Take a test at home! If you don't remember your username or password, email me or your teacher. jenniferl.fontenot@cpsb.org

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Renaissance Place ID

What is it? Renaissance Place ID is a unique identifier that provides a shortcut to your Renaissance Place site.

Where can I use it? Renaissance Place ID can be used during setup of Accelerated Reader on iPad®, iPhone®, or iPod touch® and during setup of STAR Reading, STAR Math, STAR Early Literacy, and STAR Reading Spanish on iPad®.

What if I don't use Accelerated Reader or STAR assessments? Renaissance Place ID automatically appears on the Renaissance Place Welcome page and can be used wherever you see the RPID image going forward.

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What is it? Renaissance Place ID is a unique identifier that provides a shortcut to your Renaissance Place site. Where can I use it? Renaissance Place ID can be used during setup of Accelerated Reader on iPad®, iPhone®, or iPod touch® and during setup of STAR Reading, STAR Math, STAR Early Literacy, and STAR Reading Spanish on iPad®.

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Get free TIME magazines for your child's grade level. Register first, then choose the correct levle.

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TIME for Kids nurtures today’s learners and tomorrow’s leaders with authentic news and the critical-thinking skills that shape active global citizens.

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Free access to World Book online. Research or explore for fun! Click here!
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a comprehensive suite of e-learning resources designed for all ages and abilities with articles

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A comprehensive suite of e-learning resources designed for all ages and abilities with articles, videos, educator tools, eBooks, research guides and more.

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Early Readers click here for free e-books for the little kids who are still learning to read. Great for Pre-k- second grade!

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Unite for Literacy provides free digital access to picture books, narrated in many languages. Literacy is at the core of a healthy community, so we unite with partners to enable all families to read with their young children.

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Create an Epic account to have access to free e-books for kids.

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Instantly access over 40,000 of the best books & videos for kids on Epic