This Juneteenth, Learn About African-American History with These Videos

Looking for resources to commemorate Juneteenth and explore the history of African-American freedom and justice? Infobase is here to help. Discover our dedicated African-American History database, filled with expert-curated content. Plus, our video on demand solution, Access Video On Demand for public libraries and Films On Demand for colleges and universities, offer a rich array […]

Have a Wonderful Kind of Day with Arthur

"The Agent of Change/D.W. Ties the Knot (Arthur)" on Learn360 from Arthur by PBS.

Since 1996, children have been entertained by the fun animated adventures of Arthur, the bespectacled aardvark from the show of the same name, as he navigates the ups and downs of childhood with his friends and family. Based on the children’s books by Marc Brown, Arthur is a show about growing up, exploring the world, […]

Go on Adventures with Sonic the Hedgehog

Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog

If you’re of a certain age, you might remember turning on the TV on weekdays to watch Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog when you were young. Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog was one of two Sonic the Hedgehog cartoons from the 1990s (the other, Sonic the Hedgehog, aired on Saturday mornings). Well, Sonic the Hedgehog […]

Ten Popular Public Library Streams of 2024

Happy family streaming videos on Just for Kids and Access Video On Demand, courtesy of their public library

What have public library patrons been streaming on Access Video On Demand and Just for Kids in 2024? Find some of the most viewed titles below as well as a few recommendations for further viewing. 5 Popular Titles from Access Video On Demand 1. Super Special Sonic Search and Smash Squad from MVD (Item #186785) […]

Celebrate Black History Month with Infobase

Celebrating Black History Month, February

Every February, we celebrate the many contributions that African Americans have made to our society and honor the many struggles and triumphs they have faced over the generations. Infobase has a wide range of educational content that is ideal for researchers and educators at all levels looking for solid sources on African-American history. K–12 students, […]

Celebrate the Life of Martin Luther King Jr. with These Videos

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. speaking at the Civil Rights March on Washington, Aug. 28, 1963. (National Archives and Records Administration)

Every January, we honor the life and triumphs of civil rights leader and nonviolent activist Martin Luther King Jr. Infobase’s Learn360 for K-12, Classroom Video On Demand for secondary schools, Films On Demand for higher education, and Access Video On Demand and Just for Kids for public libraries—feature videos your institution can use on Martin Luther […]

Holiday Movie Programming Ideas for Public Libraries

We’re full-on into the holiday season—a perfect time to cozy up to a classic holiday movie. Here are some suggestions to get you and your patrons in the spirit, all available in Access Video On Demand, Infobase’s streaming video platform for public libraries. Enjoy old favorites and discover new ones. It’s a Wonderful Life Directed […]

Master Information Literacy with Our New Video Series

Library patrons watching the new "Mastering the Art of Information Literacy" series from Motion Masters

In this era of widespread misinformation and disinformation, the importance of incorporating information literacy into education cannot be overstated. Students and patrons need to be equipped with research skills if they are going to be able to manage today’s information glut.  If you’re looking for a resource that can help teach how to evaluate and […]

Support Health Literacy with These Trusted Resources

Teacher using a diagram of a heart to teach students health literacy

One aspect of information literacy that deserves special attention is personal health literacy, defined by the CDC as “the degree to which individuals have the ability to find, understand, and use information and services to inform health-related decisions and actions for themselves and others.” The effects of limited health literacy can be devastating, from the […]

Complement Your Summer Reading Programs with Video and More

Librarian showing summer readers a video version of their favorite book

Summer reading season is coming up! Librarians know that a great way to promote the library’s resources, encourage young patrons to read more, and help prevent the dreaded “summer slide” is to put on engaging summer reading programs. Infobase has a variety of engaging content you can use as part of these programs, from animated […]

Encourage Library Patrons to “Do It Yourself” with These Videos

Young couple watching a DIY video while planning a project

For public library patrons interested in trying out their own DIY projects, videos are a great place to start as they provide a much-needed visual component to learning how to perform an activity. Seeing a technique in motion can be easier to follow and understand than looking at a two-dimensional diagram in a manual. DIY […]

Prepare for November with Infobase’s Elections Content

Young voters at the booth

With the 2024 presidential and congressional elections just around the corner, there’s no better time than now to educate students and learners of all ages about how elections work and their importance. In order to become empowered citizens—and possibly even future politicians!—all students need to learn about the impact voting can have, not just for […]