Dayton Metro Library has resources you can easily access online, anytime, through our website. These FREE resources are accessible with a Dayton Metro Library card and PIN. People who do not already have cards can get an eCard online for instant access to these digital materials.
Finding reliable, free online learning tools for students has never been more important. Your Library has so many options for quality, age-appropriate, FREE online learning. We’ve sorted out a sampling of some of our favorites.
You will need a Dayton Metro Library card number and PIN, or an eCard, to access these resources outside the Library. Some of the self-paced options also require you to set up an account, so you can save your progress and return again as needed. Try our Online Learning Homework Help Guide
Feature Homework Resources
HelpNow - Free Online Tutoring Daily and Much More!
HelpNow by Brainfuse is just one resource - and it’s a great one! HelpNow offers an extensive collection of lessons, video tutorials and practice tests on all the basic subjects. Plus, there’s live, on-demand, one-on-one tutoring, available 2 - 11 pm daily!
Online Books + eAudiobooks for Kids + Teens
Keep Your Kids Reading + Learning!
TumbleBooks K - 6 - Streaming Animated Stories, eAdudiobooks + eBooks - Books are available online instantly, without limits.
Hoopla has eBooks, eAudiobooks, eComics and Streaming TV, Movies + Music for kids, teens and adults. To see just kid friendly items, click on 'Kids' to the right of the search box before searching.
You can learn more about Hoopla's 'Kid's Mode'and find support for your devices on the Hoopla Help.
Magazines can be sorted by catagory, select 'Subjects'.. Titles include Highlights, Cricket, Ask, American Girl, National Geographic Kids + Little Kids to name a few.Magazines for Kids + Teens
Resources for Adults
Read, Research + Learn
Now’s the time to teach yourself those skills you’ve wanted to learn or catch up on your reading!
LinkedIn Learning offers expert-led courses and tutorials in technology, business and creative skills.
Hobbies and Crafts Reference Center - Detailed how-to's, creative ideas, and full text articles from hobby and craft magazines for virtually every hobby.
Home Improvement Reference Center - Full text content from leading home improvement magazines, how-to videos, images, and instructions for popular home repair projects.
Hoopla for streaming music and shows for kids, simple sort by Kids at the top before searching. Hoopla Help
Streaming Video + Music Adults Can Enjoy
Watch classic, independent and world cinema with Kanopy.
Visit Hoopla for streaming music and shows, as well as ebooks, audiobooks, and ecomics.
Books are Entertainment Too!?!
We AGREE! You can find all of our Kids + Teens oriented eBook and eAudiobook sources under the "Have Kids + Teens at Home?" tab above and all of our recommendations for adult readers under "Resources for Adults". Happy Reading!
