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Library resources available to card holders
BlueCareer at Plano Public Library
BlueCareer by EBSCOlearning provides in-depth information on the skilled trades industry, connects individuals with hundreds of trade schools across the United States and Canada, and provides training resources for those seeking to build their trade knowledge and experience. Users can connect with employers through comprehensive assessments, video trainings and job placement profiles. With your Plano […]
Something About Libby: Magazines for Kids
Make screentime count with fun and educational digital magazines through the Libby app! Use your Plano Public Library card to digitally access hundreds of magazines for kids – no extra payments required. Once you download the magazines (over WiFi or Internet), you do not need the Internet to read them. How to Get to Magazines […]
Something About Libby: Deliver Later
Sometimes (okay, often), a bunch of holds come in at the same time for a single reader. And just like with physical items inside the library, you can suspend holds with your eBooks and audiobooks in the Libby app! When a hold becomes available, you have 72 hours to borrow it. If you’re not ready […]
Teaching Books: A Hidden Gem
One of PPL’s hidden gems is the Teaching Books database. “Teaching Books” is only a portion of the wealth of resources for young readers and their teachers. Go In-Depth with Books On Teaching Books, you can hear exclusive interviews with popular authors, watch book trailers or read posts from authors about their process. Teachers and […]
Teen Street Team Recommends: Learning Express Library
Online practice tests for civil service, firefighter, emergency medical services, law enforcement, GED, FRE, TAKS, ASVAB, real estate, SAT, TOEFL, TASP, plus other occupations/subjects, college prep, software tutorials, and more excellent learning tools are all available through Learning Express Library – thanks to your Plano Public Library card! Learning Express Library Quick Facts Continue reading […]
Recent Virtual Program Recordings
Miss one of our virtual workshops? Check out the recordings on the Plano Public Library YouTube channel! Here’s what happened lately: Premiere Pro: Color Correction Premiere Pro is an Adobe Creative Cloud tool to edit video. You can see other Adobe Creative Cloud classes here. Genealogy: Family Search Learn basic site navigation to discover available […]
Udemy: Latest in Arts & Creativity
Have you used Udemy? You get access to this online learning platform with your Plano Public Library card! PPL has dozens of online learning databases you can use with your library card, and Udemy is one of them. Use this link to go directly to the login page for Udemy.
Something About Libby: Recently Added
We’re constantly adding new books and magazines to the digital library collection on Libby. Have you checked the recent additions? We have a section for Just Added, making it easy to see the latest reads. Be sure to check the filter options to include or exclude formats, in case you’re only interested in magazines, eBooks […]
On Kanopy: Thrillers
In winter, the days grow shorter and the nights darker. What better time to enjoy a gripping thriller? Get the popcorn ready, grab a blanket and settle in for movie night! Use your library card to access Kanopy, a free streaming service available through Plano Public Library. View one of the following classic and contemporary […]
Something About Libby: Cookbooks
While flipping through a printed cookbook is enjoyable, sometimes you need quick access with an ebook! With your Plano Public Library card you can access thousands of ebooks, audiobooks and magazines on the Libby app. Keep reading for a breakdown of the cookbooks we have recently added to the collection.