|By Chilton Staff| Sam hears a squeal when he steps on the brakes. It was faint a few weeks ago, but is now getting louder. Recognizing that the screech sound means the brake pads need to be replaced, he taps into ChiltonLibrary. Sam has changed brake pads before, but not on this car. From the … Read more
Every culture organizes itself around what it assumes to be “normal,” and those assumptions decide who moves easily through the world and who has to fight to take part. When public spaces, institutions, and policies are built around a single standard of ability, they leave little room for the full range of human experience. The … Read more
|By J. Robert Parks| Depending on your point of view, Surrealism is a delightful, weird, unsettling, tedious, or even invigorating artistic movement from the early twentieth century. Yet, no matter what your perspective is, its influence is undeniable. Although Surrealism encompasses film, literature, photography, and theater, most people associate it with the paintings of artists … Read more
We’re excited to announce that Gale Power Search is getting a major upgrade in early 2026, bringing a fresh look, improved functionality, and expanded content to support deeper, more efficient research across K-12 schools, public libraries, and academic institutions. Whether you’re a student, educator, librarian, or researcher, these enhancements are designed to make your experience … Read more
|By Gale Staff| Each day, people living with irritable bowel disease (IBD) face uncertainty about flare-ups—how they could affect work, travel, or plans with friends. While it can feel isolating, it’s important to know that you aren’t alone. Between 2.4 and 3.1 million Americans live with some form of IBD. IBD is an umbrella term … Read more
|By Gale Staff| The 2023 wildfire season scorched over 45 million acres across Canada, an area the size of Washington state. The consequences, however, weren’t confined to the burn zone. Air monitors in New York City captured some of the highest particulate levels on record, while satellites tracked the same smoke plume crossing the Atlantic … Read more
Nearly 16 million people in the U.S. have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, more commonly known as COPD. Domestically, it remains one of the top 10 leading causes of death. Internationally, it ranks even higher—especially in developing countries. World COPD Day is November 19. This year’s theme, “Short of Breath, Think COPD,” highlights that many individuals … Read more
|By Gale Staff| This year, National Young Readers Week will take place from November 10–14. As you head into the final stretch ahead of the winter holidays, this is a great opportunity to celebrate the power of reading to fuel a lifetime of learning and enjoyment. For some students, though, reading can still feel like … Read more
|By Gale Staff| Look at a sunflower, and you’ll see spirals of seeds packed so precisely they seem engineered. The same swirl appears again and again in nature, across the patterns in pine cones and pineapples. From the delicate spiral of a nautilus shell to the storm-borne swirl of a hurricane seen from space and … Read more
|By Gale Staff| Public libraries are always looking for ways to offer meaningful programming—especially for older adults. But developing new programs, finding expert instructors, and managing logistics can be time-consuming and stressful for already busy staff. Gale Presents: GetSetUp is a ready-made solution that helps libraries deliver engaging, relevant programming without the heavy lift. What … Read more