Other eLibrary Services
Welcome to the Hounslow e-Library page. These online resources are available 24/7, 365 days a year! You may need to enter your Library Card number to access some of these resources from home.
News & Magazines
PressReader
Hounslow Libraries is pleased to offer PressReader. Newspapers and magazines from the UK and around the world available to read anytime, anywhere on any device. Also available on the Libby app in the new Extras section.
Citizenship
The British Way of Life
The British Way of Life is a comprehensive resource containing all the basic facts and information needed to help new arrivals understand, and succeed in, British life.
IELTS
Hounslow Libraries is proud to offer library members a new online IELTS preparation course designed by the British Council: Road to IELTS. This service is currently available remotely or via wi-fi in libraries. It will be available on library computers once they have been upgraded.
Life in Great Britain - citizenship course
Prepare for your Citizenship test with this free study resource or just browse for help with your school or college work.
Research Resources
Ancestry - Start searching for family history records online
A free service provided by your library. Find your long lost relatives... (Available from all Hounslow Libraries computers)
Access to Research
The Access to Research service is a new initiative to give free, walk-in access to a wide range of academic articles and research in public libraries across the UK. *Available from library PCs only.*
Learn New Skills
Universal Skills
Universal skills is a guide to help with Universal JobMatch and Universal Credit. It includes information on job hunting from CVs/covering letters to interviews and starting work. There is also help with improving basic IT skills.
Digital Unite: Computer & Internet Guides
Getting started with computers and the Internet can be difficult. To help you on your way, here are links to useful guides produced by Digital Unite. Whether you want help with setting up Skype, online shopping or email, there’s something here for you.
Coursera - Education for Everyone
Courses available online from top American & British Universities and all FREE. Learn, Interact, Achieve. Take the World's Best Courses, Online, For Free.
Driving Theory Test - Learn & Practice
Theory Test Pro is a highly realistic online simulation of the UK's driving theory test. It contains the entire official test question bank, hazard perception video clips and an online version of the Highway Code.
