How to Use DHS Library’s Databases and eBooks
eBooks on WWII, Native Americans, African American history, unsolved mysteries of history, great disasters, plus current issues like racism, genetic testing, gun control, organ donation, food inequalities, and Internet addiction.
An up-to-date collection of nonfiction eBooks to help Eng11 and Research & Writing students succeed with their papers and projects
A massive collection of magazine articles and digital content on all subjects for student researchers
An up-to-date collection of nonfiction eBooks to help Eng11 and Research & Writing students succeed with their papers and projects on topics such as gun rights, activist athletes, transgender rights, and many more modern topics
Featuring seven easy-to-read databases, FactCite is an excellent choice to use for research about Eng9 biographies; Eng9 Native Americans; Eng10 Holocaust/WWII studies; Eng11 Power, Protest, and Change themes; and world mythology.
Huge database with information on all topics, including reference book entries, magazine and news articles, photos, radio transcripts, etc.
Vast database containing general information, including reference book entries, magazine articles, literary criticism, photos, radio transcripts, etc. Research & Writing students should use SIRS Researcher rather than Gale in Context High School for their persuasive essays.
Collection of specialized databases
Gale Virtual Reference Library
eBooks on teen mental health, personal finance, literature, Black history, environmental issues, natural disasters, endangered species, animal rights, unsolved mysteries, Holocaust/WWII, genocide, and fashion/costumes through the ages.
Specialized medical database for both consumers and professionals
eBook articles on WWII, Native Americans, famous trials, and great disasters
Hundreds of fiction and nonfiction eBooks, including the VRC collection
Provides overview, critical analysis, point, and counterpoint articles on current, controversial issues – highly recommended for Research & Writing topics!
Easy-to-use eBook articles on African American history/biographies, world events/people from the 18th century to current times, 20th and 21st century decades, environmental issues, health guides, infectious diseases, pandemics, addictions, domestic terrorism, and literature
Especially designed to help beginning researchers by providing easy access to magazines, newspapers, images, and more
A pro/con database on current, controversial issues – highly recommended for Research & Writing topics!
Virginia Driving Tests
Resources and practice tests to help students prepare
Virginia Driving Tests
A DMV practice test for first-time driver’s license applicants
Virginia Driving Tests
Spanish Version: A DMV practice test for first-time driver’s license applicants
Virginia Driving Test for Motorcycle Permits
A DMV practice test for a motorcycle permit