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Watauga Public Library

Main Phone Number
(817) 514-5855

Children's Department
(817) 514-5866

Circulation Desk
(817) 514-5864

Reference Desk
(817) 514-5865

Fax Number
(817) 581-3910

 

Electronic Databases

The Watauga Public Library has purchased the following databases for your use.  They are  available to you from the Library and, in some cases, from anywhere you access the Internet.  Those databases that are available only from within the Library are marked with an (In-library use only) notation.  Those with remote access will need a log-in and password.  To obtain these or to get help with any of the databases, please consult a Librarian at the Reference Desk, or call (817) 514-5865.   Click here to see an informative brochure.
 

Ancestry.com

Ancestry.com includes census information from 1790 to 1930, birth, marriage & death records, U.S. military records and the U.K. census collection. It also includes New York and San Francisco passenger lists, naturalization records, and ship photos.  (In-library use only)  Available on the desktop at computers in the library.
 

AtoZ Maps Online

AtoZ Maps Online includes political maps, physical maps, outline maps, population maps, precipitation maps, climate maps, and other thematic maps. This database can be accessed in the library or remotely using your Watauga Public Library card.

Global Road Warrior

Global Road Warrior can be used to research a country or to plan international travel. This database can be accessed in the library or remotely using your Watauga Public Library card.

Issues & Controversies

Facts.com offers in-depth coverage of more than 600 hot topics; includes newspaper editorials, biographies, news updates, relevant Web sites, bibliographies, chronologies, maps, graphs, tables, photos, and directory of organizations to contact for further information. If accessing this site remotely, please call the Library at (817) 514-5865 for the username and password.

Learning Express Library

Learning Express Library provides access to over 350 practice tests including SAT, GED, ASVAB, TAKS, AP and U.S. Citizenship.  It also includes practice tests for civil service and vocational career certification.  Your Watauga Public Library card is your passport to this interactive test preparation and practice resource.

Magill's Medical Guide

Magill's Medical Guide is a medical reference covering topics such as diseases and human physiology.  Watauga Public Library cardholders have access in the Library and via remote access, in addition to print versions available in the Reference section of the Library.  Select the "Remote Access Login" tab, then enter the first five digits of your Watauga Public Library card.

Mango Languages

Mango Languages is the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language! 

Mango is an online language learning system that teaches real conversation skills for practical communication. Through fun and engaging interactive lessons, Mango makes learning a new language fast, easy and incredibly effective. The system is completely web-based and remotely accessible, so you can learn anywhere you have an internet connection. As you listen to and repeat after native speakers, you'll learn more than just words and phrases. You’ll learn how those pieces can be rearranged and combined to make new thoughts, new conversations, and even more practical communication! In no time at all, you'll be able to navigate all sorts of everyday situations — get directions, order a meal, make new friends — the possibilities are endless! 

Mango is FREE at your local library - learn more by visiting us online.

Tell Me More®

Tell Me More® Online Language Learning offers English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Dutch language instruction. Advanced Voice Recognition and Speech Analysis are included. The Library has a limited number of licenses, and they are available only to Watauga residents.   Access is with your Watauga Public Library card.