Writing and Reading Mysteries


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The book contains lesson plans, worksheets, and book lists which can be used to enhance literacy instruction. All the lessons are linked to McREL standards and benchmarks.




Reference Sources for Small and Medium-Sized Libraries


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Focusing on new reference sources published since 2008 and reference titles that have retained their relevance, this new edition brings O’Gorman’s complete and authoritative guide to the best reference sources for small and medium-sized academic and public libraries fully up to date.




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Electronic Resources Management in Libraries


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This publication covering latest technologies, issues and state of the art related to Electronic Resources Management will be of immense value to practicing librarians, students and teachers of library & information science, publishing industry, and IT professionals working in this area.










35 Best Books for Teaching U.S. Regions


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Take your students on a learning-packed trip across the U.S. with books they ll love! This resource includes background information, activity ideas, reproducibles, and Internet connections to help you use 35 great novels as springboards to social studies learning. A great way to get your kids to read more deeplyand learn about the seven U.S. regions. For use with Grades 4-8."




Libraries Enhance Student Learning


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This publication explains, through examples of current library programs around the United States, how libraries affect the education of children, and offers an impetus for others to embrace the challenge of providing quality library programming for children. Through these programs, libraries work toward achieving national educational goals, and reinforce education reform. Suggestions and descriptions of activities are divided into four main sections: (1) "Libraries help preschoolers get ready to learn how to read; (2) "Libraries strengthen reading skills of school-age children"; (3) "Libraries complement all aspects of children's school activities"; and (4) "Libraries connect children with computers and the information superhighway." Contains a directory of the libraries whose programs are highlighted. (AEF)




Media Skills for Middle Schools


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These practical and useful lesson plans promote teaching information and computer skills as an integral part of the middle school curriculum. Emphasizing the vital role shared by media specialists, teachers, and administrators in connecting students to the Information Superhighway, this new edition contains current goals, terminology, learning strategies, and resources that encompass the Information Age.