Research Resources

The Alabama Virtual Library provides all students, teachers, and residents of the State of Alabama with 24/7 online access to premier library and information databases that have magazine, journal, and newspaper articles for research free of charge. A library card number and an account in good standing are required.

Ancestry Library Edition – Ancestry Library Edition is a subset of Ancestry.com. Ancestry Library has millions of records to help researchers conduct genealogical research. Ancestry Library is available online at the Prattville Library. A library card number and account in good standing are required, and this service can only be used in the library. Visit the Prattville library today.

This service offers free homework help from subject specialists. A library card number and an account in good standing are required. Homework Alabama can be accessed from virtually any computer or mobile device with an internet connection while in the state of Alabama. If you do not have internet access at home, please visit your local public library to get online.

Learning Express is a computerized, comprehensive, interactive online learning program of practice tests and tutorial exams. A library card number and an account in good standing are required.

Through United Way’s partnership with H&R Block, every household with a simple return can file their federal and state taxes for free. No registration information is required.

Use this site to access a free AL DMV Practice Test. No registration information is required. There are introductory tests, including sign identification (which can be trickier than you think), and a brush-up course for seniors featuring some of the changes to fines, limits, and regulations over the years. This service also includes information needed to help prepare for your motorcycle license test.

Transparent Language Online features a scientifically proven methodology, the widest variety of high-quality learning materials, and seamless integration of real-life language used by native speakers, all packaged together in an easy-to-use interface. A library card number and an account in good standing are required to use this service.