Ancestry (Library Edition)
Availability
Ancestry Library Edition is only available from within the library.
Description
Ancestry Library Edition is a genealogical and historical research database including birth, marriage, death, immigration military records, photographs and more.
How to Access
- Visit Pembroke Public Library connect to Wi-Fi or use a Public Access Computer.
- Click the following link for Ancestry .
AtoZ World Food
Availability
AtoZ World Food is available for Library members via web browser.
Description
AtoZ World Food is a culinary reference guide and online recipe book detailing the food culture and recipes from 174 countries around the world.
How to Access
- Click the following link for AtoZ World Food.
- Enter your full library card number (no spaces) and click login.
- Browse & Explore!
AtoZ World Travel
Availability
AtoZ World Travel is available for Library members via web browser.
Description
AtoZ World Travel is an online travel guide detailing points of interest, transportation options, security, and culture from 202 countries around the world.
How to Access
- Click the following link for AtoZ World Travel.
- Enter your full library card number (no spaces) and click login.
- Browse & Explore!
CBC Corner
Availability
CBC Corner is available to library members through the library website.
Description
Your library and CBC/Radio-Canada have partnered to offer you this one-of-a-kind portal to discover unique Canadian and local content including news, TV and radio shows, podcasts, kids content, a language learning app and much more!
How to Access
Click the following link to access CBC Corner.
For French content, follow this link.
For content for kids, follow this link.
CreativeBug
Availability
CreativeBug is available for Library members via web browser and on mobile devices from the App/Play stores.
Description
CreativeBug is a video tutorial site with a collection of award-winning video classes created by top designers and artists. Subjects range in audience and difficulty from needlewoork and painting techniques to STEAM projects for kids.
Create An Account
- Click the following link for CreativeBug.
- Enter your library information to create an account. Where it asks for your library card, enter your full barcode (no spaces) and for your PIN, enter your last name (lowercase letters).
- Next, to create an account you must enter your first name, last name, email address, and create a password.
Sign In (Via Web Browser)
- Click the following link for CreativeBug.
- Select the sign in option.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click sign in.
How to Access (Via Mobile App)
- Download the CreativeBug app from the App/Play store.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click sign in.
Early Learning
Availability
Early Learning is available for library members through the library website.
Description
Early Learning is a leading online resource for preschoolers and children in the early primary grades. With narrated stories, interactive games and original videos to teach critical early childhood themes.
How to Access
- Click the following link for Early Learning.
- Enter your library card number.
- Click Sign in.
Hoopla
Availability
Hoopla is available for Library members via web browser and on mobile devices from the App/Play stores.
Description
Hoopla is a streaming platform for ebooks, eaudiobooks, comics, music, movies and TV shows. Library members are limited to a maximum of 5 checkouts per month. Further restrictions may be applied in times of high usage based on the shared collection allowance.
Create An Account
- Click the following link for Hoopla.
- Click sign up.
- Enter your email and create a password for your Hoopla account.
- Choose your library using the search bar. Be sure to choose Pembroke Public Library (ON).
- Select your preferences and proceed with the account set-up.
Sign In (Via Web Browser)
- Click the following link for Hoopla
- Select the log in option.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click log in.
How to Access (Via Mobile App)
- Download the Hoopla app from the App/Play store.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click sign in.
Libby, by OverDrive
Availability
Libby is available for Library members via web browser and on mobile devices from the App/Play stores.
Description
Libby is a user-friendly collection of ebooks and eaudiobooks that can be downloaded and read offline. Users can borrow up to 10 titles at one time and can place holds on up to 10 titles as well. If you need assistance you can contact OverDrive directly using the web form, or use the “Get some help” option in Libby.
Create An Account
- Download the Libby app or click the following link for Libby, by OverDrive and select libbyapp.com.
- Libby will ask if you have a library card and will prompt you to search for your library.
- Select Pembroke Public Library (part of the Ontario Library Consortium) located at 237 Victoria Street.
- Libby will ask you to verify where you use your library card. Click Pembroke Public Library.
- Enter your library information to create an account. When it asks for your username, enter your full barcode (no spaces) and for your PIN, enter your last name (lowercase letters).
How to Access (via Web-Browser)
- Click the following link for Libby, by OverDrive.
- Select the sign in option.
- When it asks for your username, enter your full barcode (no spaces) and for your PIN, enter your last name (lowercase letters).
How to Access (via Mobile App)
- Download the Libby app.
- Libby will ask if you have a library card and will prompt you to search for your library.
- Select Pembroke Public Library (part of the Ontario Library Consortium) located at 237 Victoria Street.
- Libby will ask you to verify where you use your library card. Click Pembroke Public Library.
- Enter your library information to create an account. When it asks for your username, enter your full barcode (no spaces) and for your PIN, enter your last name (lowercase letters).
- Once you are signed in on your mobile device you will stay signed in on that device.
Little Pim
Little PIM is available for Library members via web browser and on mobile devices from the App/Play stores. Guest users may access through the library website without a library membership but cannot track their progress.
Description
Little PIM is a modified version of Mango Languages, designed for children ages 0-5, where Pim the panda bear is the instructor.
Create An Account
- Click the following link for Little Pim.
- Click sign up.
- Enter your email and create a password for your Little PIM account.
- Click sign up.
- Select languages of interest for your account.
How to Access (Via Web-Browser)
- Click the following link for Little Pim.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click sign in.
How to Access (Via Web-Browser)
- Download the Little Pim Video app.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click sign in.
Mango Languages
Mango Languages is available for Library members via web browser and on mobile devices from the App/Play stores. Guest users may access through the library website without a library membership but cannot track their progress.
Description
Mango Languages is a language learning program that can track your progress as you learn to practice pronunciation, recognize linguistic patterns and learn through conversation.
Create An Account
- Click the following link for Mango Languages.
- Click sign up.
- Enter your email and create a password for your Mango Languages account.
- Click sign up.
- Select languages of interest for your account.
How to Access (Via Web-Browser)
- Click the following link for Mango Languages.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click sign in.
How to Access (Via Web-Browser)
- Download the Mango Languages app.
- Enter your email address and the password you created when you made the account (not your last name).
- Click sign in.
Mauril Language
Availability
Mauril is available to library members through the library website.
Description
Your library and CBC/Radio-Canada have partnered to offer you this language-learning app that uses audio and video content to help you progress at your own pace in learning French or English.
How to Access
Click the following link to access Mauril.
Tumblebooks
Availability
Tumblebooks is available through the library website and does not require a library membership.
Description
Tumblebooks is a curated collection of children’s ebooks for online learning. Featuring animated talking picture books, playlists, graphic novels, videos, puzzles, games and more!
How to Access
- Click the following link for Tumblebooks.
- Explore and learn!
World Book Kids
Availability
World Book Kids is available for library members through the library website.
Description
World Book Kids is a homework helping website designed for elementary school students. Featuring easy-to-read articles, engaging graphics, interactive games, fun activities, and educator resources.
How to Access
- Click the following link for World Book Kids.
- Enter your library card number.
- Click Sign in.