Functioning as a blueprint, this guide leads the reader through the many decisions and considerations involved in setting up a real-time reference service. Ronan introduces both basic and advanced rea
The author demonstrates how informetric analysis of information retrieval system content and use provides valuable insights that have applications for the modeling, design, and evaluation of informati
Inspire teenagers to read quality literature and help them explore issues relevant to their lives. This outstanding book offers motivational, ready-to-use booktalks for more than 100 of the best new r
Anyone who works with the very young will delight in this charming treasury of age-appropriate programming ideas for children from as young as 6 months through age 3.
This guide to finding government information on the web serves as a directory, but also as a map to the government's structure and as a play-book outlining strategies for locating information. The ma
This important work has been completely revised and expanded with the addition of online databases, Web sites and CD-ROM titles. It identifies and describes hundreds of reference books that pertain to
Often the largest budget item in libraries, employee compensation is a vital, heavily discussed issue. This book provides library managers with essential information about establishing and maintaining
This second supplement to the Dictionary of American Library Biography (1978) adds 77 notable, deceased members of the library and archival communities, primarily figures who have died between the yea
Finding well-written and engaging material for teens with substandard reading ability can be a challenge. This handbook is designed to help, describing more than 500 of the best new titles for relucta
This volume presents annotations for the major and many of the minor science fiction reference volumes published. Books are grouped in sections by subject, then listed alphabetically by main entry. Ea
Promote fiction-reading across the middle school curriculum! With more than 160 booktalks and 330 book suggestions at your fingertips, this invaluable resource makes it easy to pick just the right boo
Facing budget and personnel cuts, special librarians increasingly need to justify the cost of library operations--often even the library's existence. Expert Joseph Matthews illustrates how to evaluate
Encourage elementary and middle school readers to read quality titles pertaining to subjects from across the curriculum. This guide features recently published (1998-2001) fiction and nonfiction titl
In an interesting and highly readable approach, Shuman portrays 40 security and safety issues that may arise in libraries. Situations are depicted in the form of individual accounts, accompanied by di
Need ideas to stimulate student interest in reading and library usage? Try one of the 98 bulletin board and showcase ideas featured in this eagerly awaited sequel to the best-selling first volume of t
Fill your classroom and library with imagination and excitement with this latest readers theatre offering from best-selling author Anthony D. Fredericks. The participatory approach in combination with
This companion to the popular Hot Links by the same author provides informative annotations for an additional 300+ fiction and nonfiction books--contemporary and classic--that support and enhance the
Deeply rooted in American culture, lore, and history, cowboys have shaped the imagination of generations of Americans--young and old. Presenting the development of cowboy and cattle culture from the d
Securing the interest of energetic, independent middle school students is one of the greatest challenges of school librarians. These acclaimed authors bring you some of the best programming ideas to
This versatile new title will make it easy to explore the science fiction genre and find exactly what you are looking for. There is something for everyone-from true classics, space opera, aliens, and
The third edition of this now standard text in universities nationwide has been updated and expanded to comprise more than 1500 annotated citations, offering librarians and researchers fast and easy
As prices of traditional library materials increase, and space to house them shrinks, savvy school library media specialists are creating cyber libraries, or school libraries on the Internet. These li
As the role of the school library media specialist continues to evolve, and dependence on technology increases, collection development for the school library media center becomes increasingly complex
A theoretical look at the selection, acquisition, preservation, and use of video and other evolving moving image media in libraries, as well as a practical working guide for librarians and educators i
Pinpoint just the right books to get children excited about reading nonfiction titles! With more than 350 nonfiction books, most of which have been published in the past four years, this guide makes i
This teaching resource offers great lesson ideas and activities based on quality children's literature. All titles are based on the theme of work, giving children an insight into the working environme
A must-have reference and research book, this compilation of profiles and professional paths illuminates the lives of business leaders who made it to the top of the business world either as entreprene
Focuses on the Pathways Model, inquiry learning, instructional strategies, electronic tools and resources that enable the research process, and strategies for changing the curriculum to a focus on inq
This book provides a fresh way of teaching children the importance of values and good character. It is a gold mine for educators and parents looking for material they can use in discussions regarding
Aimed at junior high students, this textbook tells the stories of 27 individuals who occupied varied positions during the U.S. Civil War. A Confederate sailor, a female spy for the Union, slaves in th
Featuring more than 500 novels published between 1990 and 2001 and emphasizing award-winning fiction, this companion guide uses the same easy-access organization that made the original so popular and
Take the pressure off your busy schedule with these standards-based library lessons! Quick and easy to implement, these proven 20-minute instructional lessons, organized by grade level, equip you wit
Some of the most noted authorities, outspoken advocates, and stellar practitioners have come together to offer you their insights and ideas on readers' advisory services. Through 16 timely articles,
