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We’ve curated a diverse collection of resources suitable for everyone, from children discovering their love for stories to teens exploring new horizons, and adults seeking knowledge and inspiration. Whether you’re a young reader delving into the magic of words or an adult looking to expand your understanding of the world, our list of resources offers a variety of books, educational materials, and engaging activities.
Plymouth Public Library Resources
Plymouth Public Library Catalog
Plymouth Public Library Children’s Catalog
Reading Challenge Tracking
E-books and Audiobooks
E-books and Audiobooks App
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from your local library for free! Libby is the newer library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide!
Digital Library Entertainment
Hoopla offers more content, in more places, than any other digital library platform and it's all FREE thanks to your public library!
Recommendations Curated by PPL
Are you looking for a few good books to read or listen to? Sign up for our e-newsletters and get great book suggestions by email.
Local Resources
Community Resources
Indiana Financial Information
Gateway collects and provides access to information about how taxes and other public dollars are budgeted and spent by Indiana's local units of government.
Indiana’s Online Learning Hub
INSPIRE databases offer access to magazines, encyclopedias, newspapers, and other resources to meet the information needs of Indiana residents.
Educational Resources
Printables, Lessons, Mini-books, and More
Free Online Technology Education
Join more than 100 million people from all walks of life who have come to us to learn the essential skills they need to live and work in the 21st century. Browse our extensive library:
Online Learning
Gale Courses offers a wide range of highly interactive, instructor led courses that you can take entirely online. As a library card holder in good standing, you are entitled to these courses at no cost. Courses run...
Indiana Driving Practice Tests
This FREE Driver Education program contains the following state-specific information: 11 car practice tests, 8 motorcycle practice tests, 3 CDL practice tests, 3 online driver’s manuals, and an FAQ section with detailed answers...
Skill Building Online Platform
Organized into targeted learning centers, LearningExpress Library supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass the GED, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change...
Diverse Academic Database
EBSCOhost is a powerful online reference system offering databases from leading information providers for public, academic, medical, corporate and school libraries.
Language Learning
Rosetta Stone is dedicated to changing people’s lives through the power of language and literacy education. The company’s innovative, personalized language and reading programs drive positive learning outcomes in thousands of...
Engaging Science Video Lessons
Educational Video Platform
Interactive Early Learning Platform
Gale offers a variety of resources for education, lifelong learning, and academic research. Whether you are looking for peer-reviewed articles; full-text magazines, newspapers, and eBooks; primary source documents; and videos or...
Digital Encyclopedia and Resources
World Book Online is an engaging, verified, and trustworthy digital resource for grades pre-K through high school.
Book Discovery Resources
Streaming for Book Lovers
Matching Readers with Books
Accelerated Reader Book Search
Literary Discovery and Exploration
Answer the age-old question, “What do I read next?” Search and match reading interests to books, authors, genres, or topics
Database of Book Recommendations
Database of Book Recommendations
Curated Literary Insights Online
BookPage is a recommendation guide for readers, highlighting the best new books across all genres as chosen by our editors. BookPage is editorially independent; any publisher-sponsored content is clearly labeled as such.
Social Network for Readers
You’re in the right place. Tell us what titles or genres you’ve enjoyed in the past, and we’ll give you surprisingly insightful recommendations.
Travel Resources
Global Culinary Exploration and Insight
USA Cultural Exploration
AtoZ the USA was designed for students, educators, and anyone who wants to develop an in-depth understanding of the USA.
Worldwide Travel Insights
AtoZ World Travel was designed for world travelers, schools and universities, global businesses, and anyone who wants to prepare for their trip abroad.
Comprehensive Online Mapping Resource
AtoZ Maps Online was designed for libraries, educators, businesses, travelers and anyone who needs a royalty-free map for school and other projects.
International Travel Insights
The Global Road Warrior database was designed for students doing country reports, educators, travelers, and anyone who wants to learn about the world and its diverse cultures.
Global Business Insights
AtoZ World Business was designed to help individuals and businesses establish successful business relationships and succeed internationally. The database will be of special interest to global entrepreneurs students, and business...
American Culinary Exploration and Insight
AtoZ World Food was designed for culinary institutes, students, world travelers, cooking clubs, adventurous eaters, and anyone who wants to learn about world cuisine without having to purchase individual country cookbooks.
Global World Exploration
AtoZ the World has information about world history, cultures, languages, foods, religions, and serves as a key resource for students, educators, and anyone who wants to learn about the world’s diverse cultures.
Global Culture Exploration
AtoZ World Culture was designed for researchers, educators, travelers, global businesses, government agencies and anyone who wants to learn about the world and its diverse cultures.
Other Resources
Resources for Free Legal Assistance and Legal Forms
Product Reviews
View reports and recommendations on products you use every day! Your library card number is your patron ID for this database.
Legal Forms Resource
Gale Legal Forms are a great resource for Indiana residents and available to all PPL patrons for free. Research legal definitions, find legal forms, and search for attorneys all in one place.
Auto Repair Information
Chilton Library provides access to repair, maintenance and service information on the most popular cars, trucks, vans and SUVs on the road today, as well as, many new vehicles. This continuously updated resource provides...