<h2>Rural Libraries Queensland and Indigenous Knowledge Centre networks.</h2>


<h4>AMES</h4>

<p>AMES is on-demand English language courses focusing on living, studying, and working in Australia for students and new migrants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (CALD). State Library currently provides access to two modules: Worldwide English and Living in Australia. These are General English online courses ranging from beginner to intermediate with a focus on work, life, and study &nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://login.ames.edu.au/login/RLQ-IKC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Access AMES courses here</a>&nbsp;</p>


<h4>Ancestry Library Edition</h4>

<p>Explore your family's story. Ancestry Library Edition is only available onsite at your local library. Ask at your library or access State Library's Family History services to help you with your genealogical research.</p>

<p><a href="/research-collections/family-history" title="Family History">View State Library of Queensland’s Family History services</a></p>


<h4>Austlit</h4>

<p>Austlit is a primary resource of Australian literature and storytelling, theatre, film and television with biographical information, full text, exhibitions ad rich online content. Access is via the <a href="https://qld.auroracloud.com.au/Montage/Default.aspx">Aurora Montage catalogue</a> by <a href="https://qld.auroracloud.com.au/Montage/All.aspx?keyword=austlit&amp;method=0&amp;sort=1003">searching 'austlit'</a>.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/Austlit_RLQ.pdf">How to guide</a> - ready to print</p>


<h4>Blackwords</h4>

<p>Comprehensive record of Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander publications. The database covers all forms of creative writing plus film, television, criticism and scholarship, by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island writers and literary and storytelling cultures. Access to the database is via <a href="https://qld.auroracloud.com.au/Montage/All.aspx?keyword=austlit&amp;method=0&amp;sort=1003">Austlit</a>.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/Blackwords%20printed.pdf">How to guide</a> - ready to print</p>


<h4>BorrowBox - ebooks and eaudiobooks</h4>

<p>Latest Australian titles in ebooks or eaudiobooks.</p>

<p>Visit the <a href="https://fe.bolindadigital.com/wldcs_bol_fo/b2i/mainPage.html?b2bSite=1963">BorrowBox website</a> or download the app</p>

<p><a href="https://content.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/BorrowBox_RLQ%20guide.pdf">How to guide - ready to print</a></p>


<h4>Gale Interactive: Science</h4>

<p>An illustrated dictionary with coverage of biology, chemistry, earth&nbsp;science&nbsp;and human anatomy.</p>

<p>Visit the <a href="https://link.gale.com/apps/ISSCI?u=slq_rlq">Gale Interactive: Science&nbsp;database</a></p>


<h4>Kinderling</h4>

<p>Kinderling is Australia’s most popular kids radio station playing family friendly music, stories and podcasts for children aged 0-9 years. Content is tailored for routines throughout the day including bedtime, playtime, car rides and the “witching hour” and covers a variety of genres and interests - from fables and traditional stories to science-based series, language and cultural explorations around the world, and more.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A small bilingual section is also included with stories in English and another language such as Arabic, Greek, Mandarin, or Hindi.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Getting started &nbsp;</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li>Visit: <a href="https://www.kinderlingkids.com/library/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.kinderlingkids.com/library</a> &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Search your Council/Library</li>
	<li>Enter your library card number </li>
	<li>Register/Login</li>
	<li>Download and launch the Kinderling Radio app (<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bolindadigital.BorrowBoxLibrary&amp;hl=en_AU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Play</a>) (Apple <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/borrowbox-library/id562843562" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">App Store</a>) &nbsp;</li>
</ul>


<h4>LinkedIn Learning for Library</h4>

<p>Courses and video tutorials on the latest commercial software, creative and business skills.</p>

<ul>
	<li>Access via the&nbsp;<a href="https://qld.auroracloud.com.au/Montage/" target="_blank">Aurora Montage online catalogue</a>. Click on the eLearning tile image.</li>
</ul>

<p>LinkedIn Learning app</p>

<ul>
	<li>Download the LinkedIn Learning app for learning 'on the go.' Tap the ‘<strong>sign in with your library card&nbsp;</strong>link. For RLQ/IKC members, enter your library id link, such as&nbsp;rlqikc&nbsp;after&nbsp;<strong>go/&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/learning-login/go/libraryID" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/learning-login/go/libraryID</a>. Click ‘Continue’. You&nbsp;will be prompted to enter your&nbsp;barcode and pin to access the app.</li>
</ul>

<p>How to use LinkedIn Learning for Library</p>

<ul>
	<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/learning/how-to-use-linkedin-learning?trk=course_title&amp;upsellOrderOrigin=default_guest_learning" target="_blank">View this course</a>&nbsp;as an introduction to LinkedIn Learning for Library,&nbsp;discover how to find and use content, and set learning&nbsp;goals.</li>
</ul>


<h4>LOTE4Kids</h4>

<p>LOTE4Kids allows children to enjoy the magic of books&nbsp;in community languages, both in the library and at home. Each title comes with an English language translation to assist in story time adaptation for multilingual reading and listening skills.</p>

<p><strong>Getting Started</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://lote4kids.com/rural-libraries-queensland-and-indigenous-knowledge-centres-login/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Access LOTE4Kids here</a></p>


<h4>OverDrive - ebooks, eaudiobooks and emagazines</h4>

<p>Register using your RLQ card to access the latest magazines, fiction and popular titles.</p>

<p>Visit the <a href="http://qroc.lib.overdrive.com/D4E2FF91-05AF-4902-A6F9-620FA28C0675/10/50/en/Default.htm">Overdrive website</a></p>

<p><a href="https://content.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/Overdrive%20flyer.pdf">How to guide</a> - ready to print</p>


<h4>OverDrive for Teens – ebooks and eaudiobooks</h4>

<p>Your own eReading room, designed just for you! Find your next great read!</p>

<p>Visit the <a href="https://qroc.overdrive.com/library/teens">Overdrive for Teens website</a> or download the Libby app</p>

<p><a href="https://content.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/Overdrive%20flyer.pdf">How to </a><a href="https://content.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/Overdrive-flyer.pdf">guide</a><a href="https://content.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/Overdrive%20flyer.pdf"> - ready to print</a></p>


<h4>Parent TV</h4>

<p>Reliable advice on a wide range of topics from leading parenting and educational experts.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/first5forever/resources/parenttv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Parent TV</a></p>


<h4>QLD cloudLibrary Language Collection</h4>

<p>QLD cloudLibrary Language Collection is a collection of ebooks and eaudiobooks in Languages Other Than English (LOTE) on a digital platform.</p>

<p>The platform hosts content in over 25+ Languages for both Adult and Junior readers. These titles are available for all Queensland public libraries, State Library of Queensland and IKC members.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Getting started</strong> </p>

<ul>
	<li>Download and launch the cloudLibrary app (<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bolindadigital.BorrowBoxLibrary&amp;hl=en_AU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Play</a>) (Apple <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/borrowbox-library/id562843562" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">App Store</a>)</li>
	<li>Select your country, region and local council library, then tap next</li>
	<li>Accept the terms and conditions&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Enter your library barcode number and PIN / password&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Learn more</strong></p>

<p>User Guide, Tech Support, How-to Videos and FAQ’s:</p>

<ul>
	<li><a href="https://www.yourcloudlibrary.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">your cloudlibrary</a></li>
</ul>


<h4>Story Box Library</h4>

<p>Story Box Library is an online platform&nbsp;of narrated ebooks for children with interactive storytelling features. Content is mainly by Australian and New Zealand authors and narrators. Activity sheets accompanying the stories are useful for home use.</p>

<p><strong>Getting started</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li>Download and launch the StoryBox library app (<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bolindadigital.BorrowBoxLibrary&amp;hl=en_AU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Play</a>) (Apple <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/borrowbox-library/id562843562" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">App Store</a>) </li>
	<li>Click Get Started</li>
	<li>Click Log in With Library Access</li>
	<li>Select State Library of Queensland</li>
	<li>Enter your Library Card number&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Complete personal details</li>
</ul>

<p>Tip: you can also access StoryBox from a computer:&nbsp;<a href="https://storyboxlibrary.com.au/login" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">StoryBox Library Website</a>&nbsp;</p>


Eresources

<p>Find ebooks, stories and eaudiobooks all in one kid-friendly place. Choose from hundreds of books to download to your computer, iPad, tablet or ereader.</p>

<p>Not a member? <a href="https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/partnerships-collaboration/local-government-and-public-libraries/rural-libraries" title="Become a member at your local RLQ library">Join at your local library.</a></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>


<h4>Kinderling</h4>

<p>Kinderling is Australia’s most popular kids radio station playing family friendly music, stories and podcasts for children aged 0-9 years. Content is tailored for routines throughout the day including bedtime, playtime, car rides and the “witching hour” and covers a variety of genres and interests - from fables and traditional stories to science-based series, language and cultural explorations around the world, and more.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A small bilingual section is also included with stories in English and another language such as Arabic, Greek, Mandarin, or Hindi.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Getting started &nbsp;</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li>Visit: <a href="https://www.kinderlingkids.com/library/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.kinderlingkids.com/library</a> &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Search your Council/Library</li>
	<li>Enter your library card number </li>
	<li>Register/Login</li>
	<li>Download and launch the Kinderling Radio app (<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bolindadigital.BorrowBoxLibrary&amp;hl=en_AU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Play</a>) (Apple <a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/borrowbox-library/id562843562" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">App Store</a>) &nbsp;</li>
</ul>

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<h4>LOTE4Kids</h4>

<p>LOTE4Kids allows children to enjoy the magic of books&nbsp;in community languages, both in the library and at home. Each title comes with an English language translation to assist in story time adaptation for multilingual reading and listening skills.</p>

<p><strong>Getting Started</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://lote4kids.com/rural-libraries-queensland-and-indigenous-knowledge-centres-login/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Access LOTE4Kids here</a></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>


<h4>Overdrive for Kids</h4>

<p>Like to read or listen to stories? Choose from hundreds of books to download to your computer, iPad, tablet or ereader.</p>

<p>Visit the <a href="https://qroc.overdrive.com/library/kids">Overdrive for Kids website </a></p>

<p><a href="https://content.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/Overdrive%20for%20kids.pdf">How to guide - ready to print</a></p>


<h4>Story Box Library</h4>

<p>Australian narrated eBooks for kids with interactive storytelling.</p>

<p>Visit the <a href="https://storyboxlibrary.com.au/libraries">Story Box Library website</a></p>

<p><a href="/sites/default/files/Story%20Box%20Library%20flyer.pdf">How to guide - ready to print</a></p>


eResources for kids

<h4>Digital literacy</h4>

<p>High quality, freely available online resources that offer training in foundation skills in day-to-day use of computers and applications.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-au/digital-skills/" title="Microsoft Digital Literacy Curriculum">Microsoft Digital Literacy Curriculum</a><br />
Developed by Microsoft, the site is for beginners to those who have some experience. It has resources to teach generic skills and concepts in topic areas such as&nbsp;<em>Computer Basics; The Internet, Cloud Services, and the World Wide Web; Productivity Programs (MS Word, Excel etc), Computer Security and Privacy; Digital Lifestyles</em>.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.godigi.org.au">Go Digi</a><br />
Go Digi is a free program that helps individuals and communities improve their digital skills and confidence online. Learning guides cover everyday topics such as connecting to the internet, finding health information, enjoying armchair travel, discovering online shopping and exploring hobbies.</p>

<h4>GCF LearnFree.org</h4>

<p>Free self-paced tutorials and online classes on a range of topics including technology, Microsoft Office tutorials, math, career, reading, everyday life skills and more. No need to create an account or sign in.</p>

<p>Visit the <a href="http://www.gcflearnfree.org/">GCF LearnFree.org website </a></p>

<p><a href="https://content.plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/GCF-Learn-Free-flyer.pdf">How to guide</a> - ready to print</p>


Digital Literacy

<p><a href="http://www.abc.net.au/health/">ABC Health</a><br />
Latest news from the ABC and an A to Z library of topics relevant to Australians.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.cochranelibrary.com/">Cochrane Library</a><br />
A regularly updated online resource containing a collection of evidence-based databases. Reviews of different treatments feature a Plain Language Summary, with the aim of making the information accessible to everyone. All Australians have free access to the Cochrane Library as a result of the Australian Government funding a national subscription.</p>

<p><a href="http://onesearch.slq.qld.gov.au/primo-explore/dbfulldisplay?docid=slq_alma61148844030002061&amp;context=L&amp;vid=SLQ&amp;lang=en_US&amp;search_scope=SLQ_PCI_EBSCO&amp;adaptor=Local%20Search%20Engine&amp;tab=jsearch_slot&amp;query=any,contains,&amp;offset=0&amp;databases=letter,G">GALE Health &amp; Wellness Resource Centre</a><br />
Provides instant access to carefully compiled and trusted medical reference materials. Includes more than 1000 health/medical journals, hundreds of pamphlets, over 700 health-related videos from partner Healthology, Inc., and articles from 2,200 general interest publications in addition to a broad collection of Gale reference titles. Material contained in this Resource Center is intended for informational purposes only. Available to State Library members. <a href="https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/get-involved/become-member" title="https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/get-involved/become-member">Join here.</a></p>


Health information

<p><a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Home">Legal Aid Queensland's</a> free legal information publications are available <a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Find-legal-information/Factsheets-and-guides">online</a> or in hard copy. The factsheets and guides have lots of useful legal information on a range of common legal issues:</p>

<p><a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Find-legal-information/Factsheets-and-guides#toc-domestic-and-family-violence">Domestic and family violence</a></p>

<p><a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Find-legal-information/Factsheets-and-guides#toc-relationships-and-children">Relationships and children</a></p>

<p><a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Find-legal-information/Factsheets-and-guides#toc-criminal-justice">Criminal justice</a></p>

<p><a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Find-legal-information/Factsheets-and-guides#toc-cars-and-driving">Cars and driving</a></p>

<p><a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Find-legal-information/Factsheets-and-guides#toc-work-and-money">Work and money</a></p>

<p><a href="http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/Find-legal-information/Personal-rights-and-safety">Personal rights and safety</a></p>

<p><a href="https://queenslandlawhandbook.org.au/" title="https://queenslandlawhandbook.org.au/">Queensland law handbook online</a>&nbsp;: your practical guide to the law in Queensland</p>

<p>Website of The Queensland Law Handbook, 12th edition, a comprehensive, plain-English guide to the law in Queensland, written by more than 60 of Queensland's legal experts, offering comprehensive information about rights and responsibilities, and where to go for further assistance.</p>


Legal information free to Queenslanders

<h4>One Search</h4>

<p>Use the State Library catalogue to find books, magazines, newpapers, music, maps, and online resources such as ebooks and databases.</p>

<p><a href="http://onesearch.slq.qld.gov.au/primo-explore/search?sortby=rank&amp;vid=SLQ&amp;lang=en_US">Visit the OneSearch website</a></p>

<h3>Trove</h3>

<p>Trove brings together content from libraries, museums, archives and other research organisations relating to Australia and gives you tools to explore and build.</p>

<p><a href="http://trove.nla.gov.au/" target="_blank" title="Trove">Visit the Trove website</a></p>


RLQ & IKC eresources

Rural Libraries Queensland and Indigenous Knowledge Centre networks.