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Databases for Research

Databases for Research

Gale Virtual Reference Library

Offers information about famous authors and works of literature.

NoodleTools

Helps build citations and create online notecards for research.

Opposing Viewpoints

Offers information about both sides of controversial issues.

PowerLibrary

PowerLibrary is a collection of databases covering a wide range of topics. Choose a database that is relevant to the topic that you are researching.

Salem Press eBooks

Offers access to ebooks about some authors, biographies of historical figures, and career information.

U.S. History in Context

Offers information about events that happened in American history.

World History in Context

Offers information about events that happened in world history.

Database Passwords

Our databases are meant to be used only by CMS students and faculty.  Thus, you will need a password (and sometimes a username) to access each database.  If you are a CMS student or faculty member, you will be able to click on the heading above ("Passwords for Databases") to access a Google Doc that has the necessary log-in information for each database.  Please do not share this information with those outside of our district.