eResources
At the Gretna Public Library we strive to provide our users the best quality information available. This is accomplished through databases and online services that the library subscribes to on its own, resources provided through the State of Nebraska, and databases provided by the Nebraska Library Commission.
Whether you are researching a health concern, conducting a job search, gathering sources for your next school paper, or simply finding a new book to read, these online resources are an excellent place to pursue your hunt for information.
Popular Resources
Biography
Reference Bank
Search EBSCO’s full text
biographical profiles and articles
on notable people, living and dead.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
Biography
Reference Center
Comprehensive collection of 450,000+ biographical profiles.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
AR Bookfinder
Searching for books is easy with Accelerated Reader Bookfinder®. Students, teachers, parents, and librarians can search in English or Spanish using criteria such as ATOS book level or a Lexile™ measure, interest level, title, author, fiction/nonfiction, subject, award-winners, state lists, CCSS Exemplars, and more.
Book Résumés
Book Résumés help teachers, librarians, parents, and community members defend books from censorship. They detail each title’s significance and educational value and are easy to share with administrators, book review committees, elected officials, and board members.
Common Sense Media
A rating resource for parents and educators which reviews movies, TV shows, books, and more. This helps caregivers feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids.
DearReader.com
Online Book Club
Be part of a book club without ever leaving your home!
Receive books by email according to the subject of your liking all for free.
hoopla
Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen. The best part? No waiting lists.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
Internet Archive
Internet Archive is a non-profit library of millions of free books, movies, software, music, websites, and more.
The Wayback Machine allows access to snapshots of now-deleted or cached webpages.
New York Times
Best Sellers
Authoritatively ranked lists of books
sold in the United States,
sorted by format and genre.
Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg is a library of
over 60,000 free ebooks.
You can download epub, Kindle,
or HTML ebook files, or read them online.
Discover the world’s great literature here with focus on older works for which U.S. copyright has expired. Thousands of volunteers digitized and diligently proofread the ebooks for enjoyment and education.
Explora
Browse or search across multiple databases. Browse by broad topic area or search by a general interest, health, legal, biographical, or other topic for full text popular magazine and journal articles, and other resources.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
MasterFILE
Search popular magazines, journals, and other sources for info on a variety of topics.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
Primary Search
Find popular magazine articles, encyclopedia entries, and images.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
Scholastic Teachables
Gain instant access to download worksheets, lessons, mini-books, and more.
Save time planning with teacher approved,
ready-to-use worksheets. Created by teachers.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
WorldCat
Find books, movies, music,
and other materials owned
by libraries around the world.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
Access Business News
Search business resources
including extensive full-text coverage
of accounting, banking, financial
and marketing news from well-known journals, newsletters, newswires, magazines,
and web-only content.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
ACCESSNebraska
Nebraska residents can go here to
apply for public assistance benefits.
This is the premier reference, research,
marketing, mailing lists/sales leads,
and job-search database.
DMV Permit Test
Free DMV practice tests for every state.
Train with DMV Permit Test
to pass your official DMV test.
Take a practice test.
Review the correct answers.
Learn. Repeat.
Got Resume Builder
Provides comprehensive
resume tutorials, samples, and writing tips
along with editable resume templates
designed by professionals, and more.
Jobs for Teens HQ
Job hunting headquarters for jobs,
internships, and more
for 11-19 year-olds.
Find information on resume writing,
child labor laws, work permits,
interviewing advice, etc.
Nebraska
Free Legal Answers
A virtual legal advice clinic
powered by the
American Bar Association
in which financially qualifying users
post civil legal questions
to be answered by
pro bono NE licensed attorneys.
Small Business
Reference Center
The official NE Department of Labor site
contains resources for job seekers,
employers, and labor market information.
Discover jobs in Nebraska,
create a resume, find training,
apply for unemployment benefits,
and so much more.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID #
or password from the library
is required to access this resource.
Small Business
Reference Center
This Ebsco-powered site covers
business areas from accounting to PR,
and even starting/managing a nonprofit.
There is a wealth of knowledge available
such as industry information by
business type, or start-up kits
and business plans.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID #
or password from the library
is required to access this resource.
Heritage Hub
Explore your family history with the
premier collection of U.S. obituaries and
death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today.
Heritage Hub helps you easily identify relatives, uncover new information and potentially unknown family members. Includes deep coverage from all 50 states,
hard-to-find content from the mid 1900’s,
and original obituary images.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
Historic Gretna Database
Search through local archives of historical documents and genealogical stories.
The Gretna Historical Society once saved pictures, collected newspaper articles in scrapbooks and files, and even walked through cemeteries to keep the past alive.
When the Society closed its doors,
the Gretna Public Library became
the home of this labor of civic pride.
By digitizing this collection of Gretna history, the GPL continues the spirit of community started by the Gretna Historical Society.
MyHeritage
Trace your family history
through global genealogy resources.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
National Archives & Records Administration
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
is the nation’s record keeper.
These valuable records are preserved
and available to you, whether you want
to see if they contain clues about
your family’s history, need to prove a veteran’s military service, or are researching
a historical topic that interests you.
Nebraska State
Historical Society
History Nebraska collects,
preserves, and opens
to all the histories that we share.
Sarpy County
Historical Museum
The Sarpy County Historical Museum
protects, preserves, and promotes
the rich history of Sarpy County.
Consumer Health
Complete
Access full text information and videos
on health and wellness.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library is required
to access this resource.
Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library
The UNMC Health Information Service
assists Nebraska residents,
or patients receiving health care
in Nebraska, and their families
in finding information
on health and wellness topics.
Medline Plus
Information about diseases,
conditions, and wellness issues
in language you can understand.
Get links to the latest medical research
on a topic or find out about clinical trials
on a disease or condition.
Senior Care in Nebraska
Caring.com provides excellent resources
for those looking for any kind of senior care.
This site lists care facilities in Nebraska,
covering assisted living, memory care,
home care, and hospice.
Caregiver resources are also available.
Gretna Breeze
Collection
Various Gretna Breeze articles
from 2009-January 2023.
Available remotely 24/7 on any device.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
NewsBank
– America’s News –
NewsBank consolidates current
and archived information
from thousands of newspaper titles,
as well as newswires,
web editions, blogs, videos, etc.
Available remotely 24/7 on any device.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
NewsBank
– Nebraska –
Current newspapers and archives
of 24 Nebraska newspapers
From the Associated Press’ Nebraska State Wire
to The York News-Times, you can stay on top of what’s happening in Nebraska.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
Newspapers.com
– Nebraska –
Archive of Nebraska newspapers
from 1833-2004.
Search for obituaries, marriage announcements, birth announcements, social pages,
national and local news articles, sports, advertisements, entertainment,
fashion and lifestyle pages, comics, and more.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
Omaha World-Herald
Collection
Browse archived issues of the OWH
from 1983 through today
with full-color newspaper pages,
individual articles,
and content only published online.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
Sarpy County Times
Collection
Various Sarpy County Times articles
from 2023-current day.
Available remotely 24/7 on any device.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
A to Z World Culture
Learn all the information
you ever wanted to know
about every country in the world.
A library card is required
to access this resource.
NASA
Take a journey to Mars,
experience the views from
the International Space Station,
explore the solar system and beyond.
Don’t miss the unbelievable images,
videos and information on these topics
and so much more!
Psychology &
Behavioral Sciences
Search EBSCO’s collection of
full text journal articles covering
psychology, behavior, and more.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library
is required to access this resource.
Science &
Technology
Search EBSCO’s collection of
full text scholarly journals covering
science and technology.
A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or
password from the library
is required to access this resource.
Biographical Information
| Biography Reference Bank | Full text biographical profiles and articles on notable people, living and dead. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Biography Reference Center | Comprehensive collection of 450,000+ biographical profiles. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
Books, Music, Movies, and More
| AR Bookfinder | Searching for books is easy with Accelerated Reader Bookfinder®. Students, teachers, parents, and librarians can search in English or Spanish using criteria such as ATOS book level or a Lexile™ measure, interest level, title, author, fiction/nonfiction, subject, award-winners, state lists, CCSS Exemplars, and more. |
| Book Résumés | Book Résumés help teachers, librarians, parents, and community members defend books from censorship. They detail each title’s significance and educational value and are easy to share with administrators, book review committees, elected officials, and board members. |
| Common Sense Media | A rating resource for parents and educators which reviews movies, TV shows, books, and more so users can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. |
| DearReader.com Online Book Club | Be part of a book club without ever leaving your home! Receive books by email according to the subject of your liking all for free. |
| hoopla | Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen. The best part? No waiting lists. Each library card is allotted 10 checkouts per month. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Internet Archive | Internet Archive is a non-profit library of millions of free books, movies, software, music, websites, and more. The Wayback Machine allows access to snapshots of now-deleted or cached webpages. |
| Kanopy | Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries, and kid favorites. You can stream unlimited Kanopy Kids, and are allotted 15 tickets per month. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Libby/Overdrive | One of GPL’s eBook, digital audiobook, and digital magazine services. Discover thousands of books to read or listen to — from the comfort of your home or on the go. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| New York Times Best Sellers | Authoritatively ranked lists of books sold in the United States, sorted by format and genre. |
| Novelist Plus | Find recommendations, reviews, and series info for fiction/nonfiction books. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this source. |
| Project Gutenberg | Project Gutenberg is a library of over 60,000 free ebooks. You can download epub, Kindle, or HTML ebook files, or read them online. You will find the world’s great literature here with focus on older works for which U.S. copyright has expired. Thousands of volunteers digitized and diligently proofread the ebooks for enjoyment and education. |
Education Resources & General Research Databases
| Explora | Browse or search across multiple databases. Browse by broad topic area or search by a general interest, health, legal, biographical, or other topic for full text popular magazine and journal articles, and other resources. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| First Search | A collection of 12 databases, including ArticleFirst, ERIC, and MEDLINE. No full text. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Funk & Wagnalls New Encyclopedia | Student-friendly online encyclopedia covering more than 25,000 topics. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| HelpNow | Live assistance with homework help, skills building, eLearning tools, FAFSA help, chess tutoring, and adult learning center. Good resource for US Citizenship help. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| LearningExpress | Provides a wide range of practice tests (GRE, ACT, ASVAB, etc) and skills building courses to help you achieve your goals. |
| MasterFILE | Search popular magazines, journals, and other sources for info on a variety of topics. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Primary Search | Find popular magazine articles, encyclopedia entries, and images. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Scholastic Teachables | Gain instant access to download worksheets, lessons, mini-books, and more. Save time planning with teacher approved, ready-to-use worksheets. Created by teachers. |
| WorldCat | Find books, movies, music, and other materials owned by libraries around the world. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
Genealogy Research
| Fold3 Library Edition | Fold3® provides convenient access to military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| HeritageHub | Explore your family history with the premier collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today. HeritageHub helps you easily identify relatives, uncover new information and potentially unknown family members. Includes deep coverage from all 50 states, hard-to-find content from the mid 1900’s, and original obituary images. Access is available 24/7. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Historic Gretna Database | Search through local archives of historical documents and genealogical stories. The Gretna Historical Society once saved pictures and city plans, collected newspaper articles in scrapbooks and files, and even walked through cemeteries to keep the past alive. When the Society closed its doors, the Gretna Public Library became the home of this labor of civic pride. By digitizing this collection of Gretna history, the Library continues the spirit of community started by the Gretna Historical Society. |
| My Heritage | Trace your family history through global genealogy resources. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| National Archives and Records Administration | The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation’s record keeper. These valuable records are preserved and available to you, whether you want to see if they contain clues about your family’s history, need to prove a veteran’s military service, or are researching a historical topic that interests you. |
| Nebraska State Historical Society | History Nebraska collects, preserves, and opens to all the histories we share. |
| Sarpy County Historical Museum | The Sarpy County Historical Museum protects, preserves, and promotes the rich history of Sarpy County. |
Job Search Assistance, Business & Legal Information
| A to Z Databases | The premier Reference, Research, Marketing, Mailing Lists/Sales Leads, and Job-Search Database. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Access Business News | Search business resources including extensive full-text coverage of accounting, banking, financial and marketing news from well-known journals, newsletters, newswires, magazines and web-only content. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Access Nebraska | Nebraska residents can go here to apply for public assistance benefits. The premier reference, research, marketing, mailing lists/sales leads, and job-search database. |
| DMV Permit Test | Free DMV practice tests for every state. Train with DMV Permit Test to pass your official DMV test. Take a practice test. Review the correct answers. Learn. Repeat. |
| Got Resume Builder | Provides comprehensive resume tutorials, samples, and writing tips along with editable resume templates designed by professionals and more. |
| Jobs for Teens HQ | |
| NEworks | Discover jobs in Nebraska, create a resume, or apply for unemployment benefits. |
| Jobs for Teens HQ | Job hunting headquarters for jobs, internships, and more for 11-19 year-olds. Find information on resume writing, child labor laws, work permits, interviewing advice, etc. |
| JobNow by Brainfuse | Live, anytime, anywhere job assistance, including up-to-date nation-wide and local job search engines, professional resume critique, and proven interview techniques. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Legal Information Reference Center | Find full text consumer legal information plus legal forms from all states. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Nebraska Free Legal Answers | A website where financially qualifying Nebraskans can ask a Nebraska volunteer lawyer a question about a civil legal problem, for free. |
| NEworks | The official NE Department of Labor site contains resources for job seekers, employers, and labor market information. Discover jobs in Nebraska, create a resume, find training, apply for unemployment benefits, and so much more. |
| Small Business Reference Center | Learn how to start, finance, or manage a small business. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
Medical Information
| Consumer Health Complete | Access full text information and videos on health and wellness. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library | The UNMC Health Information Service assists Nebraska residents or patients receiving health care in Nebraska, and their families, in finding information on health and wellness topics. |
| Medline Plus | Information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. Get links to the latest medical research on a topic or find out about clinical trials on a disease or condition. |
| Senior Care in Nebraska | Caring.com provides excellent resources for those looking for any kind of senior care. This site lists care facilities in Nebraska, covering assisted living, memory care, home care, and hospice. There are also resource on the site for caregivers. |
News Databases
| Gretna Breeze Collection | Various Gretna Breeze articles from 2009-January 2023. Available remotely 24/7 on any device. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| NewsBank – America’s News | NewsBank consolidates current and archived information from thousands of newspaper titles, as well as newswires, web editions, blogs, videos, etc. Available remotely 24/7 on any device. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| NewsBank – Nebraska News | NewsBank consolidates current and archived information from 24 Nebraska newspaper titles, as well as newswires, web editions, blogs, videos, etc. Available remotely 24/7 on any device. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Newspapers.com – Nebraska | Archive of Nebraska newspapers from 1833-2004. Search for obituaries, marriage announcements, birth announcements, social pages, national and local news articles, sports, advertisements, entertainment, fashion and lifestyle pages, comics, and more. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Omaha World-Herald Collection | Browse archived issues of the World-Herald from 1983 through today with full-color newspaper pages, individual articles, and content only published online. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Sarpy County Times Collection | Various Sarpy County Times articles from 2023-current day. Available remotely 24/7 on any device. A library card is required to access this resource. |
Science & Culture
| A to Z World Culture | Learn all the information you ever wanted to know about every country in the world. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Black Life in America | The experience and impact of African Americans as recorded by the news media. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Creativebug | Creativebug has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. There are also patterns, printables, daily challenges, and more! A library card is required to access this resource. |
| Mango Languages | Learn a new language. There are over 70 languages for you to choose from – now including American Sign Language! This resource is also available as an app. A library card is required to access this resource. |
| NASA | Take a journey to Mars, experience the views from the International Space Station, explore the solar system and beyond. Don’t miss the unbelievable images, videos and information on these topics and so much more! |
| Points of View Reference Center | Find critical essays on current events with an overview and two sides of each issue. Powered by EBSCO. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Psychology and Behavioral Sciences | Search EBSCO’s collection of full text journal articles covering psychology, behavior, and more. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |
| Science and Technology | Search EBSCO’s collection of full text scholarly journals covering science and technology. A Nebraska Driver’s ID # or password from the library is required to access this resource. |