Research Databases

A leading multidisciplinary research database. It provides acclaimed full-text journals, magazines and other valuable resources.

A trusted source and recognized standard for patient drug information, available in both English and Spanish.

World-class instruction through self-paced video lessons taught by highly accomplished and Grammy Award–winning music and art professionals. ArtistWorks for Libraries offers instrumental and voice classes, from basic courses to intermediate instruction to advanced lessons.  Patrons will need to log in with your Perry County District Library card on this database.  Once you're logged in, navigate to "Extras" and access this database from there.  You will need to sign-in using an email and password as well.

Hungry to learn about American cuisine? Visit to learn about foods from around the country!

Database regarding information for the USA and all 50 States. 

The world's largest database of global food culture and recipes. 

Computer Source provides researchers with the latest information and current trends in high technology. This database offers full text for nearly 300 publications and indexing and abstracts for nearly 450 publications.

Craftsy is an online resource for all creative makers, where you can find everything you need – from basic instruction to advanced techniques. It’s a community of enthusiastic makers, from quilters and sewers, to cake decorators and painters, wanting to create beautiful things and express their creativity. Patrons will need to log into Libby with your Perry County District Library card to use this resource.  Once you're logged in, navigate to "Extras" and access this resource from there. You will then need to sign-in using an email and password as well.

Student research tool for grades K through 5.

Find articles, essays and primary source documents on a variety of popular topics with easy-to-browse categories.

Freegal is a free digital music service that gives you access to 15+ million songs from 200+ genres, including Sony Music's catalog of legendary artists. Offers unlimited streaming and limited downloadable songs each week with your PCDL card.

Provides a broad range of practical information, available in twenty broad subject categories, for over 175 countries. Includes numerous maps and images.

A free research database covering the environmental effects of individuals, corporations and governments and what can be done at each level to minimize negative impacts. It provides thousands of open access full-text records from scholarly, government and general interest sources.

Detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of home improvement and repair projects. 

This guide will show that running for a local political office is not as daunting as it may initially appear. Once candidates understand the state-mandated requirements and learn the steps in the campaign process, they can focus on demonstrating the knowledge, compassion, and leadership skills to qualify for and win a local election.

Access over 7,000 high-quality shorts, features, documentaries, classic TV shows, and Web Series from 85 countries. Patrons will need to log into Libby with your Perry County District Library card to use this resource.  Once you're logged in, navigate to "Extras" and access this resource from there.  You will then need to sign-in using an email and password as well.

Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries and kid favorites. We partner with studios like A24, The Criterion Collection, PBS and more to bring your library access to thoughtful entertainment.

Kovels is THE expert on antiques and collectibles in the U.S.. The website includes over 40 books and 25,000 articles, all written by Kovels, and it’s updated with new information weekly. Get unlimited access to all articles, identification guides, histories, prices, marks, and how-to guides on buying and selling antiques and collectibles. Also included is the current digital version of Kovels On Antiques & Collectibles monthly newsletter, and its 47 years of archives. Patrons can identify, price, and learn everything about antiques and collectibles.

Patrons will need to log into Libby with your Perry County District Library card to use this resource.  Once you're logged in, navigate to "Extras" and access this resource from there. You will then need to sign-in using an email and password as well.

Helps students and adult learners improve the skills required for academic and career success. There are practice sets and tutorials to develop skills in math, reading, writing, and basic sciences.

LinkedIn Learning, formerly Lynda.com, is a leading online learning platform that assists anyone with business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. The video courses are taught by industry experts and are designed for any skill level. 

A full-text database of popular magazines, reference books and primary sources covering many subjects, including history, science and health. It also includes and over a million photos, maps and flags.

Full-text articles from more than 2000 magazines, journals, and books covering general reference, business, health, education, general science. 

The official website for Ohio's Crime Victim Justice Center. They provide free legal assistance to crime victims to protect and enforce their rights. 

Explore Ohio history through stories, photos, videos, and events. 

The official website for the State of Ohio.

Information resource produced by Ohio State University Extension. 

Includes the content from American Doctoral Dissertations as well as records for more than 800,000 electronic theses and dissertations from around the world.

Examine over 400 controversial topics from at least two sides (point and counterpoint). 

Provides full text for more than 70 popular magazines for elementary school research.

Stream the world's largest collection of on-demand full-length music performances, concert films, and music documentaries. Qello Concerts transforms your connected devices into the ultimate live music concert film experience. Give your favorite headliners a standing ovation from the best seat in the house anywhere, anytime!

Some content may include mature themes and language.

Patrons will need to log into Libby with your Perry County District Library card to use this resource.  Once you're logged in, navigate to "Extras" and access this resource from there. You will then need to sign-in using an email and password as well.

Contains full text for over 150,961 articles from 475 diverse sources including international and regional newspapers, EBSCO’s unparalleled collection of periodicals, biographies, public opinion polls, book reviews, pamphlets, and government information.

The official website for the Federal Government's official, digital, secure resource for producing, procuring, cataloging, indexing, authenticating, disseminating, and preserving the official information products of the US Government. 

Quick, authoritative, and accessible overviews on a range of subjects in the arts and humanities, law, medicine & health, science & mathematics, and social sciences. 

Identify trees by leaf, fruit, or by name.

Identify various types of snakes and access additional information.

Identify various flint artifacts.

The classic homework tool is for searching on a variety of topics, including articles, audio clips, video clips, images, and timelines. Includes links for the Spanish and French versions of World Book.