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You can now use your Student Card to access a variety of online resources and services offered through the Calcasieu Parish Public Library. If you have more questions about your Student Card, visit the main page for more information.
To access the entire collection of library resources and services - books, audiobooks, movies, music, public computers, etc., signup for a full-service library card and have it all!
Visit a local library branch with your parent or legal guardian. Your parent or guardian will need to bring proof of identification.
Library cards may be used at all Calcasieu Parish Public Library locations.
TeenBookCloud
graphic novels, classic literature, and AP English - bookmarks, notes option, & quizzes - website on PCs/laptops, tablets, & smartphones
Hoopla - eBooks & eAudiobooks
30 checkouts per month - eBooks, audiobooks, & comics check out for 21 days - sign up: requires an email address, chosen password, library card, and PIN - website on PCs/laptops - apps for smartphones & tablets: iOS, Android, Kindle
NOTE: If you are experiencing checkout issues, re-enter your PIN in the settings section - tap the cogwheel icon > Library/Library Settings tab > enter your Library PIN > tap Save/Save Library Settings. Download instructions for more help.
OverDrive - eBooks & eAudiobooks
10 checkouts at once - eBooks & audiobooks check out for 14 days - login: library card & PIN - email address to place holds - website on PCs/laptops - apps for smartphones & tablets: iOS, Android, Kindle
HomeworkLA
free, live one-to-one tutors between 2p & 12a (Sun. - Thurs.) - drop-off essays for review and SAT®/ACT® Essentials tools - login: username and password - Tutor.com apps for smartphones & tablets: iOS & Android apps
Britannica (Ref)
magazines, images, videos, audio clips, maps, & research tools - website on PCs/laptops, tablets, & smartphones - log in with library card number
LearningExpress
skills center for Math, English, Social Studies, & Technology - prepare for ACT®, SAT®, and AP® Tests - email required for account/sign-in - website on PCs/laptops, tablets, & smartphones
Explora High
articles, essays, primary source documents, and AP videos - website on PCs/laptops, tablets, & smartphones
Mango
real-life conversations with native-speaker audio and cultural context - learn by watching foreign films - User login requires email or username, and password. Guest access available - iOS & Android apps
Pronunciator
over 163 languages with personalized courses, movies, and music - login requires email and password - 1st time users have temp instant access.
Driver's Test
ace your driver's test - practice tests and an exam simulator
Cypress Resume
create professional-quality resumes - 3 quick and easy steps
LearningExpress
become a better reader - improve your writing, speaking, and grammar - improve your job search and workplace skills - login: email and password
HomeworkLA
acquire interview tips, education planning tips, and job search assistance - assistance available between 10a & 12a (Sun. - Thurs.) - login: username and password
Gale Presents Udemy
upskill for a new job or advance in current profession, or deepen a personal interest - 6,000+ on-demand video courses in multiple languages - Google or Microsoft account - must be 13 years or older - iOS & Android apps - Udemy for Business app
Hoopla
30 titles per month - eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies, TV, and comics - sign up: requires an email address, chosen password, library card, and PIN - website on PCs/laptops - apps for smartphones & tablets: iOS, Android, Kindle - BONUS: graphic novel book club
NOTE: If you are experiencing checkout issues, re-enter your PIN in the settings section - tap the cogwheel icon > Library/Library Settings tab > enter your Library PIN > tap Save/Save Library Settings. Download instructions for more help.
Freegal
download or stream songs, videos, and audiobooks - listen to pre-created playlists or create your own - download 5 songs per week and stream up to 3 hours a day - login: library card and PIN - website on PC/Laptop, and iOS & Android apps
Kanopy
stream up to 10 titles per month - library card & PIN and email address required - independent and Indie films, and documentaries - each movie checkout lasts 72 hours - no checkout limits for the Great Courses - iOS & Android apps
eMagazines
borrow popular magazines like Girls' World, Krash, and Scoop - app available: Libby - login: library card & PIN - email address to place holds
(hoopla) Comics
30 titles per month - titles include Batman, Eternals, Harley Quinn, and What If - sign up: requires an email address, chosen password, library card, and PIN - website on PCs/laptops - apps for smartphones & tablets
NOTE: If you are experiencing checkout issues, re-enter your PIN in the settings section - tap the cogwheel icon > Library/Library Settings tab > enter your Library PIN > tap Save/Save Library Settings. Download instructions for more help.
NoveList K-8 (includes teen titles)
Find your next book to read with curated age-appropriate lists, award winners, and reviews. Find fiction and non-fiction titles. Follow the availability buttons to find the book in your library.
Need help? Visit the video tutorial: here.
