Pella Public Library

Popular Resources

• World Book Online is the latest version of the classic student encyclopedia set that you know and love. Research and reading levels available from kids through adults!
• Brainfuse HelpNow is a brand-new online tutoring service! Simply select your subject and age or grade level and connect instantly with a live tutor!
• Beanstack is a one-of-a-kind online reading tracking tool. It's a customizable app that offers patrons new seasonal reading challenges.  Register yourself and your family for the upcoming challenges.
• Iowa legal resources and help, curated by the State Library of Iowa.

  
  

• Kanopy - Thoughtful Entertainment!  Stream on-demand documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, world cinema, PBS, The Great Courses, and independent filmmakers. More information
• Adventure Pass - Use your library card to visit selected attractions, museums, and parks for free. More information
• Brainfuse - a digital resource for career services and test preparations, including live job coaching and live veteran support. Instructions and video tutorial.
• Bridges - Download great audio book and eBook titles! Enjoy them on your computer or transfer them to a compatible device. Instructions and updates
• Pella Community Memory Database - A grant-funded project providing online access to Pella’s local history!  Includes photographs, letters, genealogical research, and more!  Read more about this project.
• hoopla - Borrow movies, videos, music and audio books straight from your browser, tablet, or smartphone. hoopla Instructions The daily budget limit resets at midnight.
• Pella Chronicle online - Search back issues of the Pella Chronicle and other local newspapers.
• Transparent Language Online - Learn 100 plus languages at home, in the library or on the go. You will need to set up an account. Instructions for use (PDF)
• HeritageQuest - Do family history and genealogy research online.