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May I Have a Word Please?

Have you ever wondered what word would replace like or cool in a conversation with a teenager?  Do you just plain love words?  Are you studying for the ACT, GRE or want to improve your vocabulary?  Want to participate in the Spelling Bee or win at Scrabble?

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Why Are We Still Looking for the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo?

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (and its subsequent series) is now one of the best selling books of all time. Practically every other person comes into the library searching for it, and now there is not only 1, but 2 movies based on it.

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Take Stock at Your Local MCPL Branch

Interested in the stock market? Feel you need to know more? Then MCPL’s online database, Morningstar Investment Research Center, is for you. You can sharpen your investing skills by using the investor’s classroom, track your stocks, or read up on insider trading. It’s all there; a great site to invest your time!

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Words of Wisdom from Ed-Reference Librarian

Evaluating the Credibility of Online Resources

Like Superman, we too sometimes fight a never ending battle for truth, justice, and the American way! Therefore, I’ll suggest some tips about evaluating the credibility of online resources. Certainly, common sense is always helpful in determining the credibility of any informational resources. However, online resources can sometimes make the evaluation of information more challenging.  

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Back to School

It seems like summer just began, and it is already time for kids to think about going back to school.  A new school year means new research papers and new homework headaches.  Let your local Mid-Continent Library branch help!

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Organic Lawn Care

A gorgeous lawn starts in the fall, which is the perfect time to start grass seed . According to The Organic Lawn Care Manual by Paul Tukey, it’s a simple task that only takes some basic supplies.

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Live Homework Help

There’s so much to do with summer ending and school starting: clothes to buy and schedules to keep.  Here’s one less thing to worry about: your child’s class work. Why not let the Claycomo Branch help you with your children’s homework with our Live Homework Help. Free online tutoring with real tutors is available everyday from noon to midnight in math, science, English, social studies, and composition.

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Back To School

As you head back to school, don't forget the library has all of the resources to make your year successful.  The library is a great place to study, but you can access many library materials from home, school, or wherever you happen to be.

Live Homework Help connects students with online tutors who can help with subjects ranging from history to math.

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Engine Repair Troubles? Let the Library Help.

My daughter’s car broke down this week. This made me realize that, like my husband, there are quite a few do-it yourself car repair people out there. I see either you or your significant others coming in to find just the right auto repair manual needed for your particular situation.

Did you know that you have this information available to you in your home 24/7? That's right!

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DIY Automotive

We all have car problems, sooner or later. When those problems pop up, it’s always nice to have the resources to fix them. If you’re the hands on type of person, we offer three automotive databases to help you in your times of need.

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