Books
The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world, with millions of books, films and video, audio recordings, photographs, newspapers, maps and manuscripts in its collections. The Library is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office.
Offers thousands of free audiobooks.
Project Gutenberg is a library of over 70,000 free ebooks. Choose among free epub and Kindle ebooks, download or read them online. You can find some of the world's great literature, with a focus on older works.
Book Tracking
Find and read more books you'll love, and keep track of the books you want to read. Be part of the world's largest community of book lovers on Goodreads.
LibraryThing is a free, library-quality catalog to track reading progress or your whole library. You can add books, movies and music from Amazon, the Library of Congress and 4,941 other libraries, as well as accessing detailed charts and stats about your library and reading.
StoryGraph will track your reading and provides a range of insightful charts and graphs that are a great way to see your reading stats. It can even help you choose your next book based on your mood or favorite topics and themes.
History and Science
NASA explores the unknown in air and space, innovates for the benefit of humanity, and inspires the world through discovery. NASA is more than just space exploration, NASA is also working on protecting our planet from issues like climate change and forest fires. Get access to images, videos, news, history, and much more.
Unparalleled science documentaries offer a window into real-world scientific topics.
Stellar museum-based resources available for exploration and use.
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute leads the Smithsonian's global efforts to save species, better understand ecosystems and train future generations of conservationists. Its two campuses are home to more than 2,200 animals, including some of the planet’s most critically endangered species.
Music
Also known as the Petrucci Music Library, IMSLP offers access to public domain sheet music, and copyrighted materials with proper permissions.
The largest music collection of its kind in the world, with more than 25,000 titles including braille and large-print scores and recorded instructional materials about music and musicians. Music-related magazines in audio and braille are also available.
Music on this website is either in public domain or has been uploaded for distribution by copyright owner. We specializie in free sheet music for Piano, Orchestra, Vocal, chamber music for all ensembles and instruments including free church music and hymns. Includes a free library of music for schools band and strings.
Research
A comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources—rich in unique primary sources, local and family histories, and finding aids. The database provides genealogical and historical sources for more than 60 countries, with coverage dating back as early as the 1700s.
A great resource for correctly formatting essays and papers. Become familiar with citation formats such as MLA, APA, etc.
College Prep
Register for the ACT
Useful links and a short video about Canvas for MACC online students.
Regional scholarship search and application website connects students to funds offered by recognized organizations in Missouri and the surrounding areas.
Special Services
The National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), Library of Congress, administers a free national library program that provides braille and recorded materials to people who cannot see regular print or handle print materials.
Wolfner Talking Book and Braille Library provides informational and recreational materials in Braille, audio formats, and large print free of charge to Missourians who cannot use standard print materials due to blindness, visual or physical impairment, or a reading disability. Wolfner Library also provides disability-related information to the public.Wolfner Library is part of the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS).
Student Services
Sometimes we all need a little help to get by. If you are in need of any of these items, HHS can help you. If you need some help, let us know and we'll get you what you need.
Request a meeting with your counselor.