Find helpful information, resources and services offered to all Kansans by the State Library. Resources include databases, digital books and learning platforms. Some resources require a Kansas Library eCard, which you can apply for and receive at your local library.
Explore current and historical topics or dive into research with databases; suitable for students of all ages. Well-suited for:
Digital books in eBook and audiobook formats, across genres, fiction and nonfiction. Fun formats for kids like narrated picture books. Wide variety of graphic novels and manga for all ages.
Instrucciones y algunos libros en español.
For youth and adult learners: college-prep, technology and learn a new language; build your professional skills, continuing education and insights on resumes and interviews. Learning resource specifically for auto repair.
Local and state information, statistics and historical data for Kansas cities, townships, schools, counties, organizations and agencies. Wealth of historical and legislative information is available in the Kansas Government Information Library (KGI). In-depth info for the Kansas legislature and governors.
Data and resources by topic. Current guides include civic holidays, K-12 Learning Resources, health literacy, digital literacy and financial literacy, Spanish-language info, and how to access federal documents.
The State Data Center Program is a cooperative program between the states and the Census Bureau that was created in 1978 to make data available locally to the public through a network of state agencies, universities, libraries and regional and local governments.
Enjoy your digital books and eResources with your Kansas eCard anywhere in Kansas, like the Flint Hills.
The Kansas eCard is the entry to statewide resources: databases, digital books and learning resources. All libraries in Kansas: public, school and academic, have the right to create, modify and renew Kansas Library eCards for Kansas residents.
Visit your favorite local library to get your Kansas eCard. Don't yet have a favorite local Kansas library? Check the directory below.
State Library of Kansas Services
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Email or 800-432-3919
If you forgot your eCard number, use this form to request the information from the State Library of Kansas during business hours.
Your local library can assist you with eCard sign up, renewal and account information.
If a link does not connect directly to the resource, login with your Kansas Library eCard at library.ks.gov/ecard. Then view and access resources, organized by audience age or by topic.
Submit a Digital Book Suggestion for the State Library to consider adding a title in eBook or audiobook format. Submissions received June and July may not be processed until August due to the government budget cycle.
