library orientation

Sherlock leads the Sharp Wits to the library where they learn about the Dewey decimal system and how library books are classified. They uncover how nonfiction books are divided into ten main sections with an individual call number and are organized by subject. The Sharp Wits also learn how fiction books are located in a separate area of the library.

Six literature-based, cross-curricular units for kindergarten through second grade that partners the media specialist and teacher for enhanced collaboration.

A selection of articles by school librarians on the teaching of library skills.

Offers nearly one thousand ideas and suggestions for librarians and teachers, examining diverse topics related to teacher education and providing syllabi and workshop outlines.

Introduces students to the different kinds of information that can be found in a library, explains how libraries organize their materials, and discusses OPAC, the Online Public Access Catalog.

A guide to basic library skills for children, looking at what types of information can be found in a library, showing how libraries are organized, introducing the Online Public Access Catalog, or OPAC, and describing strategies for using the library.

Lessons that integrate the classroom curriculum and library skills in teaching students to use CD-ROMS, videodiscs, and computer networks.

Fribble's birthday present from his grandparents is a letter containing a secret key. Curious as ever, Fribble discovers what the key unlocks, only to find another mystery. Where will it lead him? Only the library can help him solve his case.