Digital Resources

Welcome to our digital collection! Our resources provide access to information not readily available anywhere else - as well as downloadable books and magazines, customizable courses in technology and other fields, and streaming options for movies, tv shows, and music, and much more! Some resources require a Boise Public Library card. Also review related Privacy and Third Party Vendor Information.

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A to Z: World Food

A to Z World Food brings international cuisines to you - from Albanian byrek to Zimbabwean matemba. Search thousands of global recipes and hundreds of fascinating culture and ingredient articles.

Access Video on Demand

Looking to discover a great new program or series? Choose from over 40,000 options, including history, fitness, and do-it-yourself, as well as popular series and documentaries from HBO, the BBC, TED, and more.

Access Video: Just for Kids

Check out our streaming collection of videos - just for kids! Choose from tv shows, movies, animated fairy tales, and educational programs.

Access World News

This resource provides access to credible, vetted sources from around the world to around the corner about topics such as business, health, education, jobs, politics, and social issues.

Chilton Library

ChiltonLibrary provides easy access to repair, maintenance, and service information for a broad range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs from 1940 to today.

Consumer Reports

Access articles from Consumer Reports! You can browse new issues or search for specific product reports.

Creative Bug

CreativeBug provides unlimited access to over 1,000 online art and craft classes. Watch classes anytime, anywhere. Since classes never expire, you can start and stop projects at your own pace. No pressure, just possibilities!

Cypress Resume

Create high-quality resumes in three easy steps!

FARRIT

F.A.R.R.I.T - Finding All Resources Relating to Idaho Topics - compiles articles and citations about subjects of local interest, both historical and current: genealogy, natural resources, law, food, and more.

Federal Depository Library Resources

The Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) gathers resources from the U.S. Government Publishing Office including Ben's Guide (a kids guide to Government), GovInfo (publications from all three U.S. Government branches), and USA.gov (a guide to official Federal Government information).

Foundation Directory Online

Search thousands of grant maker profiles, grant records, company profiles, grant maker 990/990-PFs, and resources for individual grant seekers. Available on public computers at any Boise Public Library location, as well as on your personal device while connected to Library Wi-Fi.

Heritage Quest

Explore a wealth of genealogy tools for the beginner and professional: maps, research aids, the U.S. Federal Census 1790-1950, the PERSI subject index, 25,000+ family and local history books, and much more.

Hoopla

Enjoy instant access to movies, TV shows, music, and graphic novels. This collection includes a variety of high-demand titles, new releases, award-winners, and old favorites. New content is added on a regular basis. Download the Hoopla app for Android or iOS.

Ida - An Idaho Library App

Ida – An Idaho Library App makes it easy to renew materials, place holds, and view your Library account. Ida is available for iOS and Android devices.

Idaho Clipping File Index

Use this index to look up contents of our Idaho Collection clipping file - a physical collection of articles and pamphlets that are available at the Downtown Library.

Idaho Driving Tests

This site offers the full text of the Idaho Driver's Manual, plus user-friendly practice tests for driver's licenses, motorcycle licenses, and CDLs.

Idaho Press

Explore the Treasure Valley through local news and events with the Idaho Press Collection. Choose the image format to search full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles, and online-only content from June 1st, 2023 - present.

Idaho Statesman

Read today's paper in its entirety - choose the image format. You can also search and read articles, advertisements, and obituaries from previous papers. Coverage from July 26, 1864 through today.

Issues & Controversies

Issues & Controversies helps students and researchers understand today's crucial issues by exploring hundreds of hot topics in politics, government, business, society, education, and popular culture.

Issues & Controversies in History

Issues & Controversies in History delivers dynamic, concise, and balanced coverage that provides the background, outcome, and contemporary points of view for every major debate and conflict in history.

IXL

Are you looking to fill a gap in your child's education? Supplement your child's schoolwork? Enrich your homeschooling curriculum? Try IXL - a powerful learning tool for students K-12. Must be a Boise Public Library Card Holder. Request an IXL account to log in.

Kanopy PLUS

Kanopy PLUS is a collection of themed movie bundles with unlimited-use titles. Explore a wide selection of crowd-pleasing comedies, thrillers, documentaries, British movies and TV series, classic cinema, family favorites, and much more!

Learning Express Library

Test-prep materials and study guides for users of all ages! Subjects include the GED, SAT, and ACT, as well as computer software and U.S. Citizenship. You'll also find practice tests for careers such as civil service, law enforcement, teaching, and the health industry.

LegalForms by Gale

Find Idaho-specific legal forms for your family and your business. Download the form you need for free today!

Libby

Enjoy eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines on your computer or device. Choose from thousands of titles, from the latest bestsellers to familiar favorites, with new content added regularly. Download OverDrive's award-winning Libby app on iOS or Android or start browsing at libbyapp.com.

LiLI

LiLI - Libraries Linking Idaho - provides statewide access to a wide range of digital content. Explore everything LiLI has to offer: magazine and journal articles, digital reference books, readers' advisory tools, and more.

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning makes it easy to achieve personal and professional goals in multiple fields including business, software, technology, illustration, and photography. Choose from over 16,800 engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts. Use it on desktop or download the LinkedIn Learning app.

Mango Languages

Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, Italian, ASL, and more. Deliciously simple language learning!

Mergent Intellect

Find a wealth of demographic and consumer data, as well as a residential search function. You can search Key Business Ratios module, and U.S. and international companies by business name, business type, address, business leaders, financial data, and more. Create custom lists of company or demographic information.

Morningstar Investment Research Center

Morningstar is an independent source for stock and mutual fund research, in-depth analysis and reports, powerful portfolio tools, and financial commentary.

National Geographic

Access a complete archive of National Geographic magazine — every page of every issue — along with a searchable collection of National Geographic books, maps, images, and videos.

National Geographic Kids

Explore outer space! Meet dinosaurs and amazing mammals! Play games and take quizzes! Love the "Weird but True" series? It's all waiting for you...dive into this special edition of National Geographic, just for kids.

Newspaper Source Plus

Search and read hundreds of newspapers, ranging from local to global.

New York Times

Access the New York Times. After you enter your Library card number, click redeem to get your 24-hour code. Follow the steps to register for a New York Times account or log in using the account you’ve set up previously. After your 24-hour code expires, revisit this page to retrieve another code.

New York Times Cooking

Access New York Times Cooking. After you enter your Library card number, click redeem to get your 24-hour code. Follow the steps to register for a New York Times account or log in using the account you’ve set up previously. After your 24-hour code expires, revisit this page to retrieve a new code.

New York Times Games

Access the New York Times Games. After you enter your Library card number, click redeem to get your 24-hour code. Follow the steps to register for a New York Times account or log in using the account you’ve set up previously. After your 24-hour code expires, revisit this page to retrieve another code.

NoveList K - 8 Plus

Kids and teens, find a great book for school or pleasure! Search by title, author, subject, genre, or series name, or browse lists of award winners.

NoveList Plus

NoveList Plus is the go-to source for all things book-related. Browse dozens of categories and sub-categories, search readalikes, or describe a plot to track down a lost favorite.

Obituary Index

Use this index to identify dates of obituaries and death notices published in the Idaho Statesman from 1957-2017.

O'Reilly

O'Reilly for Public Libraries provides in-depth, cutting-edge information about technology, software, business, and digital media. Explore their library of over 35k books and 30k hours of video, and sculpt your own curriculum with their interactive tutorials and curated learning paths.

OverDrive

Enjoy eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines on your computer or device. Choose from thousands of titles, from the latest bestsellers to familiar favorites, with new content added regularly. Start browsing at boise.overdrive.com, or download OverDrive's award-winning Libby app on iOS or Android.

Oxford English Dictionary Online

The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) is widely regarded as the authority on the English language and an unsurpassed guide to the meaning, history, and pronunciation of more than 600,000 words, past and present, from across the English-speaking world. Click sign in and choose "Sign in with library card."

Projectr

Projectr is a platform for watching independent films. Projectr partners with educational institutions and public libraries to present a curated and ever-expanding collection of acclaimed movies, archival restorations, and award-winning documentaries from around the world.

Sanborn Maps

Sanborn fire insurance maps are among the most popular maps in libraries. They provide useful information for genealogists, local historians, and anyone who wants to learn about the history and growth of Idaho cities, towns, and neighborhoods.

Teachables

Access printable worksheets, lessons, mini-books, and more! Search by subject, theme, or grade level - kindergarten through 8th.

ValueLine Investment Research Center

Value Line is a comprehensive financial resource for current and historical market data. Access in-depth information on companies, industries, markets, and the economy, and browse educational articles to help you reach your investing goals.

Wall Street Journal

Read The Wall Street Journal from anywhere. Enter your Boise Public Library card number and create your WSJ account for access for 3 days. During that time, you can log in to wsj.com directly. After 3 days, come back here to log in with the same username and password you created.

WorldCat

WorldCat is a global catalog of library materials. Find out which books, music CDs, DVDs, and articles are available at libraries near you.

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