Resources

Download Librista for Apple or Android to easily search for books or movies, renew your items, reserve items, and manage multiple family member’s accounts. This app is available to all Sioux Center Public Library cardholders, regardless of the place of residence. After you log on the first time, the app will save your log-on information for quick access in…

Beanstack is an online app that individuals can use to track their reading, minutes, and activities!  It is very user-friendly and easy to sign up for challenges and earn tickets toward the grand prize drawings. There are monthly ongoing challenges so you will want to record all your reading here!  All prizes must be picked…

Libby (Bridges) offers eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines. There is a limit of 5 books at a time, but there is no limit on the magazines.  All materials return automatically after 2 weeks. In addition to the full collection, Libby has dedicated kids and teen reading rooms, so that your children see age-appropriate content. Libby also allows you to store…

Cloud Library is a library of eBooks and eAudiobooks. eBooks & eAudiobooks: Books may be checked out for 2 weeks and return automatically after that time. Cloud Library provides a pleasurable reading experience. There is a limit of 3 books at a time. Select the “Available Now” setting on Cloud Library to see what is available…

With hoopla you’ll soon be streaming movies, music, and TV shows and downloading audiobooks, ebooks, comics  for free to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. Lending periods: books for 3 weeks, music albums for 1 week,…

TumbleBooks Library is a collection of animated, talking picture books, read-alongs, Tumble TV, puzzles and games for children. For older readers, read-alongs, graphic novels, videos, and audiobooks are included. This resources targets preschoolers to 6th graders. Access: online, or app for Android and Apple Log in: 14 digits Need help? Check out this video tour or app tour!…

TumbleMath is a collection of animated talking picture books on math topics. The books are all accompanied by supplementary materials such as lesson plans, instructional videos, educational games, plus quizzes on the math topics covered. TumbleMath is your one stop destination for engaging and entertaining math stories. Teacher resources are available. Access:  online Log in: 14 digits…

With hoopla you’ll soon be streaming movies, music, and TV shows and downloading audiobooks, ebooks, comics  for free to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. Lending periods: books for 3 weeks, music albums for 1 week,…

IndieFlix is a streaming movie service that offers access to pop culture favorites, box office hits, award-winning feature films, documentaries, and shorts. Streaming video on demand is now available by checking out a 7 day license. Access: Click on EXTRAS! on the Libby app  (Android, Apple, or web app: https://libbyapp.com/ ) Log in: 8 digits Need…

The Great Courses Library Collection is the leading global media brand for lifelong learning and personal enrichment, with hundreds of courses spanning thousands of in-depth video lectures on subjects like Science, Health & Wellness, and much more. Streaming video on demand is now available by checking out a 7 day license. Access: Click on EXTRAS!…

Libby (Bridges) offers eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines. There is a limit of 5 books at a time, but there is no limit on the magazines.  All materials return automatically after 2 weeks. In addition to the full collection, Libby has dedicated kids and teen reading rooms, so that your children see age-appropriate content. Libby also allows you to store…

With hoopla you’ll soon be streaming movies, music, and TV shows and downloading audiobooks, ebooks, comics  for free to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. Lending periods: books for 3 weeks, music albums for 1 week,…

Classica is your destination of choice for classical music streaming. Watch beautiful classical music, operas, and ballets from around the world, anywhere, anytime. Delight in masterful performances on your favorite devices. Unlimited access to the entire Classica collection is now available by checking out a 7 day license. Access: Click on EXTRAS! on the Libby…

Qello Concerts by Stingray is the world’s largest collection of full-length concerts and music documentaries streamed on-demand to just about any digital device. Streaming video on demand is now available by checking out a 7 day license. Access: Click on EXTRAS! on the Libby app  (Android, Apple, or web app: https://libbyapp.com/ ) Log in: 8 digits…

Libby (Bridges) offers eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines. There is a limit of 5 books at a time, but there is no limit on the magazines.  All materials return automatically after 2 weeks. In addition to the full collection, Libby has dedicated kids and teen reading rooms, so that your children see age-appropriate content. Libby also allows you to store…

Search newspaper archives of Sioux County newspapers. Among the included papers are the Sioux center News, Hawarden Independent, Alton Democrat, Rock Valley Bee, Sioux County Index Reporter, Ireton Examiner, Sioux County Capital Democrat, Sioux County Herald, Hull Index, Sibley Gazette, and Hospers Tribune. Go to the site to see a full list of papers and years. Access: Online…

Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language. Combining extensive courses and supplemental resources, Transparent Language Online is the most complete language-learning system. With over 100 languages to choose from, including English for speakers…

Do you have a friend that would like to learn to read and write in Spanish? Invite them to Leamos™. It is a class for Spanish speakers to learn to read and write in Spanish (pre-ESL). The library provides free access to the online program and an in-person tutor for local students. Call the library…

Access free self-paced training tutorials covering hundreds of subjects including marketing, management, design, video, photography, web development, programming, and software instruction. These online learning modules are available on demand. Access: Online or app Apple, Android  (Note: To log in to the app, tap the “sign in with your library card” and type the library ID “siouxcenterlibrary”,…

Access free self-paced training tutorials covering hundreds of subjects including marketing, management, design, video, photography, web development, programming, and software instruction. These online learning modules are available on demand. Access: Online or app Apple, Android  (Note: To log in to the app, tap the “sign in with your library card” and type the library ID “siouxcenterlibrary”,…

Mometrix eLibrary offers unlimited access to test preparation materials for over 1,500 different standardized exams. Access study guides and practice questions for exams including the GED, HiSET, SAT, ACT, TEAS, Praxis, TOEFL, NCLEX, career and technical certification. The study guides in Mometrix eLibrary contain premium test preparation materials to help you pass tests, gain certifications,…

Craftsy is your online resource for all creative makers, where you can find everything you need – from basic instruction to advanced techniques. At Craftsy, we’ll help you get it right the first time. Use our tailored project kits, step-by-step expert instruction and timely lessons to make things you’re proud of over and over again. Explore…

Novelist Plus is a tool within Ebsco.  Looking for your next great book? Novelist is an online readers’ resource that helps you uncover your next great read. Find author or title read-alikes for both fiction and nonfiction books! Access: Online Log in: 14 digit library card number Need help? Watch a video or browse the help articles. Any librarian will…

The University of Iowa Law Library has compiled a set of Iowa legal resources for community patrons. The resources cover topics including: working with attorneys, representing yourself, legal forms, constitution and statutes, agency materials, local government, Iowa state courts, Iowa federal courts, and more. Contact information is also available to reach out to a law…

The People’s Law Library of Iowa is your source for information about Iowa’s laws on topics like family law, landlord/tenant law, consumer law, and more. No legalese, just easy-to-understand information. Find research guidance and information on legal topics like: consumer law family law landlord/tenant law additional topics in development The information on the People’s Law…

Search newspaper archives of Sioux County newspapers. Among the included papers are the Sioux center News, Hawarden Independent, Alton Democrat, Rock Valley Bee, Sioux County Index Reporter, Ireton Examiner, Sioux County Capital Democrat, Sioux County Herald, Hull Index, Sibley Gazette, and Hospers Tribune. Go to the site to see a full list of papers and years. Access: Online…

The People’s Law Library of Iowa is your source for information about Iowa’s laws on topics like family law, landlord/tenant law, consumer law, and more. No legalese, just easy-to-understand information. Find research guidance and information on legal topics like: consumer law family law landlord/tenant law additional topics in development The information on the People’s Law…

Access free self-paced training tutorials covering hundreds of subjects including marketing, management, design, video, photography, web development, programming, and software instruction. These online learning modules are available on demand. Access: Online or app Apple, Android  (Note: To log in to the app, tap the “sign in with your library card” and type the library ID “siouxcenterlibrary”,…

Mometrix eLibrary offers unlimited access to test preparation materials for over 1,500 different standardized exams. Access study guides and practice questions for exams including the GED, HiSET, SAT, ACT, TEAS, Praxis, TOEFL, NCLEX, career and technical certification. The study guides in Mometrix eLibrary contain premium test preparation materials to help you pass tests, gain certifications,…

Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language. Combining extensive courses and supplemental resources, Transparent Language Online is the most complete language-learning system. With over 100 languages to choose from, including English for speakers…

Encyclopedia Britannica allows you access to a full encyclopedia. Now you can read all the articles from your house. In addition there are videos that you can watch, download, and use in school presentations. Access: Online Log in: Via SCPL’s website, 14 digits   Need help? Check out these videos!…

The Great Courses Library Collection is the leading global media brand for lifelong learning and personal enrichment, with hundreds of courses spanning thousands of in-depth video lectures on subjects like Science, Health & Wellness, and much more. Streaming video on demand is now available by checking out a 7 day license. Access: Click on EXTRAS!…

The People’s Law Library of Iowa is your source for information about Iowa’s laws on topics like family law, landlord/tenant law, consumer law, and more. No legalese, just easy-to-understand information. Find research guidance and information on legal topics like: consumer law family law landlord/tenant law additional topics in development The information on the People’s Law…

Search newspaper archives of Sioux County newspapers. Among the included papers are the Sioux center News, Hawarden Independent, Alton Democrat, Rock Valley Bee, Sioux County Index Reporter, Ireton Examiner, Sioux County Capital Democrat, Sioux County Herald, Hull Index, Sibley Gazette, and Hospers Tribune. Go to the site to see a full list of papers and years. Access: Online…

Driving-Tests.org, a company dedicated to driver safety and education, to offers free DMV practice tests to library patrons. It includes free tests, written specifically based on the state DMV materials, and is the only site of its kind to include accessibility tools that allow users to hear selections read aloud, make them into MP3s, translate…

Do you have a friend that would like to learn to read and write in Spanish? Invite them to Leamos™. It is a class for Spanish speakers to learn to read and write in Spanish (pre-ESL). The library provides free access to the online program and an in-person tutor for local students. Call the library…

Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language. Combining extensive courses and supplemental resources, Transparent Language Online is the most complete language-learning system. With over 100 languages to choose from, including English for speakers…

Do you have a friend that would like to learn to read and write in Spanish? Invite them to Leamos™. It is a class for Spanish speakers to learn to read and write in Spanish (pre-ESL). The library provides free access to the online program and an in-person tutor for local students. Call the library…