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Computer Skills Center by LearningExpress Library Card Required.

LearningExpress Library offers a Computer Skills Center, which provides video tutorials and other resources for computer and Internet skills, popular Microsoft and Adobe programs, and Windows operating systems. This resource is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

Grades 4-8 Student Center by LearningExpress Library Card Required.

Grades 4-8 Educator Resources* provides students in elementary school and middle school with skill-building resources for classroom and homework success. Students can prepare for important tests, get extra help with assignments, and boost their skills in important subjects. *Grades 4-8 Educator Resources was originally part of the School Center, and includes the Elementary School and Middle School student resources. For High School student resources, please use the High School Student Center. This resource is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

Job & Career Accelerator by LearningExpress Library Card Required.

The Job & Career Accelerator from LearningExpress provides tools for job seekers, including: job and internship search engines, skills and interest assessments, occupation explorers, resume and cover letter builders, interviewing tips, career advice library, college finder, and scholarship finder. This resource is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

New York Times, The (Current Issues) Library Card Required.

The New York Times Online is available in three editions: English, Spanish and Chinese. Click on ESPAÑOL or 中文 on top of the New York Times website to access the Spanish or Chinese edition. Headlines are updated throughout the day. Lending Information. FAQ.

Accessing The New York Times

  • Redemption Code limit: 24 hours access. After 24 hours you can return to this page and redeem another access code.
  • To use the app:
    • First redeem your code through the library website.
    • Then follow the prompts to log in or sign up in the browser.
    • Once you've signed in on the browser, you can switch to the app and sign in with the same New York Times account.
  • The New York Times recommends using the newest version of the Chrome browser for the best loading and browsing experience. More information on this topic can be found in the New York Times Help Center, opens a new window.

For articles from 1851 to three years previous to the current year, visit the New York Times Historical Archive.

Please Note: The New York Times (NYT) requires users to be 13 or older.  The NYT also asks users age 13-17 to obtain parental or legal guardian consent to the NYT Terms of Service and NYT Privacy Policy.  By following the link below to access the NYT, you certify that you are 13 or older, and that if you are 13-17 years old, that you have obtained the consent of your parent or legal guardian to the NYT terms of service and privacy policy.

When accessing the New York Times link, you will be leaving the Santa Clara County Library District website and directed to the New York Times site. This service is provided at no charge to Santa Clara County Library District patrons. Please be aware that policies that apply to the Library and its website may not be the same as the terms of use for other websites. By proceeding you agree to accept and assume all risks and responsibilities for the losses and damages that may arise from your use of the New York Times website and release the Santa Clara County Library District from all liability.


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Science Journal of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) (1997 – Present) Library Card Required.

Founded in 1880 with seed money from Thomas Edison, Science magazine publishes original scientific research, global news, and commentary. The Science family of publications has grown to include online journals Science Translational Medicine, Science Signaling, Science Immunology, Science Robotics and the open access journal Science Advances.

TrueFlix: Science and Social Studies Resources for Ages 8 to 12 eBooks & Audiobooks Library Card Required.

TrueFlix is an online eBook service for children in grades 3-6 that offers nonfiction True Books and multimedia content from Scholastic to help students improve literacy skills, build knowledge of curriculum-based Science and Social Studies content, and cultivate important academic skills through the inquiry process. Content includes nonfiction and fiction eBooks, primary sources, videos, audio clips, images, and related websites. TrueFlix helps students improve literacy and critical thinking skills, and build content-area knowledge. In addition, TrueFlix helps students achieve key college and career readiness support. TrueFlix includes:
  • 211 interactive nonfiction eBook/flipbooks
  • 211 custom introductory videos
  • Natural voice read-aloud technology
  • Over 2,000 editorially vetted websites related to the content
  • 2,229+ articles from Scholastic GO!
  • Remote access/mobile device compatible
  • 790+ Primary Sources embedded throughout the flipbooks
  • 211 word-match games
  • 211 Project ideas
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