2.4 Interacting with the resources in the CCR Portal

2. Michigan Electronic Library

Let the library come to you!  Here is a robust online tool you can use. 

MeL is the Michigan eLibrary, a 24/7 online library for Michigan residents.  Click here to view an overview of video on MeL.  

Below are some of the resources available through MeL.

  • MeL Databases allow you instant access to full-text articles from tens of thousands of magazines and newspapers. Databases are available for kids, adults, and on specialized topics such as car repair, practice tests and art images.  
  • MeLCat allows you to order books, audio books, music, movies and other materials and have them delivered to your participating library. Optional- 

  • MeL Michigana contains photographs, diaries, oral histories, local records and historical Michigan data.

  • MeL Gateways include specialized resources such as those in genealogy, health, business and areas for kids and teens. 

  • M.O.R.E.: Michigan Online Resources for Educators allows teachers and parents to find curricular based resources searchable by subject and aligned to the Michigan Content Expectations.  

MeL offers too many resources to describe here.  For additional resources, click here. 

Thank you to the Library of Michigan's MeL Team for collaborating with TRIG on the overview video.