This database covers all 50 States, 5 Territories, and Washington, DC. Learn key topics regarding each state and the USA as a whole, including biographies, culture, geography, historical timelines, local animals/plants, maps, national symbols, politics, and more!
Remote Access: A valid Urbandale Public Library card is required.
Explore food culture and traditional recipes from 174 countries. Learn key topics such as national and regional cuisine, daily meals, dining etiquette, recipes, historic timelines, and more!
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A comprehensive travel guide providing practical information for experiencing the world and all its wonders, for travelers and students alike. Includes 202 world cities and key topics about each including, local attractions, city facts, climate, food, language, maps, money, transportation, and more!
Remote Access: A valid Urbandale Public Library card is required.
This language-learning platform offers over 70 languages, as well as English as a second language courses in more than 20 languages. Mango aims to build real-world language skills by emphasizing proficiency through commonly used phrases, pronunciation through voice comparison technology, and cultural understanding through insights. (You must first create your account using a computer – it won’t allow you to create an account using a tablet or smartphone. After you have set it up you can access your account through a web browser or by downloading the app!)
Remote Access: A valid Urbandale Public Library card is required.