Online homework help for students in grades K-12. Live tutoring with certified tutors is available 24/7. Also includes lessons, tutorials, homework tools, practice tests, writing assistance, skills building, ESL services, and an adult learning centre.
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BrainFuse – HelpNow
Encyclopedia Britannica Databases Dictionaries and Encyclopedias Magazines, Newspapers and Journals
Three multimedia encyclopedias in one: Children; Young Adults; and the Reference Center for older students and adults. Conduct research, complete homework assignments, and work on special projects.
Explora Databases Dictionaries and Encyclopedias Magazines, Newspapers and Journals
Students in grades 7-12 can find current and reliable information on thousands of topics for research projects and homework assignments. Content includes journals, newspapers, reference books, images, primary sources, and more. Canadian content is included.
Kanopy Movies and TV Streaming
Watch over 26,000 films from Kanopy on your computer, tablet, phone or TV! See classic films from The Criterion Collection, learn about every subject imaginable from The Great Courses and PBS, or indulge in festival indies and world cinema from award-winning filmmakers. Kanopy makes it easy to find something great to stream: all you need is your Pickering Public Library card.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda Library)
Learn at your own pace, anytime, with these popular video courses covering the latest in commercial software, creative and graphic arts, and business skills. Each course is hosted by an industry leader.
Please note: if you are logging in to the app for the first time, you will be prompted to enter the Library user ID.
User ID: pickeringlibrary
NoveList Plus Databases
Created especially for people who love books, NoveList Plus is the premier online database for reading recommendations, helping readers of all ages find just the right book to read! This comprehensive source of popular and professional book information includes expert recommendations, reviews, articles, book lists and more.



