16 Jul, 2024

Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #8

https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLS8.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download12/1/2023 Update: The Plano Library Mobile App is no longer available. Welcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library! In this episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat with library staff and local experts about a variety of topics, including the importance of lifelong learning for the […]

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Teen Street Team Recommends: LearningExpress Library

LearningExpress Library is a skill-building and test preparation resource available from Plano Public Library. You have access to comprehensive educational resources, including 1,000 interactive tutorials, practice exams for school and career, articles and eBooks. Resources range from basic skills mastery to academic success to job preparation and career advancement. LearningExpress Library Quick Facts: Online practice […]

2 mins read

Teen Street Team Recommends: Kanopy

Kanopy is a video streaming service available with your Plano Public Library card. Kanopy Quick Facts: Kanopy can be used on mobile devices and smart TVs View up to five videos a month, as well as a number of credit-free viewing options Find a wide selection of Great Courses Kids have unlimited access to other educational […]

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Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #7

https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks7_2.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Welcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library! In this episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat with library staff about a variety of topics, including Financial Literacy Month and how you can boost your financial capability, STEAM programs and exhibits, and our monthly Memory […]

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Teen Street Team Recommends: Libby

Have you tried an eBook? How about listening to an eAudiobook while you jog or cook? Get access to thousands of books and magazines (for free!) on your smart device through the Libby app, using your Plano Public Library card. Libby Quick Facts Ages: Kindergarten through adults Requires: Plano Public Library card and internet access (to download) […]

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Teen Street Team Recommends: Tutor.com

Tutor.com is a premiere database available for Plano Public Library cardholders. Tutor.com Quick Facts: Ages: Kindergarten through adults Requires: Plano Public Library card and internet access Compatibility: Any internet-enabled device Tutor.com is a database that offers live online tutoring, as well as a variety of practice tests and skills resources. Teen Street Team member Ashley has recently been using […]

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Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #6

https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks6_mixdown.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Welcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library! In this episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat with library staff about a variety of topics, including using littleBits to make fun circuits, maintaining and upgrading professional skills and more. See our show notes below for […]

5 mins read

Plano Library Speaks, Special Episode: Holi

https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/planolibrary/Bonus1.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download In this special episode of the Plano Public Library podcast, your hosts Bob and Rachel speak with Hema (Librarian) and Kanan (Library Support Supervisor) about the Holi festival, what it means to them, and how Holi is celebrated around the world. Mark your calendars: celebrate Holi with […]

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Something About Libby: Accessibility Features

OverDrive has been making big changes in their move to the Libby app, and Accessibility has been a big focus of that, as evidenced by these changes made in January. One of the big changes Libby has made to improve accessibility is the introduction of full-screen menus. Rather than opening from the side, in-app menus […]

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Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #5

https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks5.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Welcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library! In this episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat with library staff about a variety of topics, including science Early Learning programs, the Genealogy Center and more. See our show notes below for details and links.

5 mins read