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What information tells you where a nonfiction book belongs on the shelf?
Call Number (located on the spine of book)
What app can I use to find books in the library?
Destiny Folett
What is a "topic" when you are starting a research project?
The subject you are learning about (example: "wolves" or "the solar system").
How many books can we checkout at once?
2 books
What should you do before you post a picture or comment about someone online?
Ask permission before posting; think about how it affects the person.
If two books have the same call number, what helps you determine which one comes first?
The letters and/or numbers after the main call number OR usually the author's last name
What is a genre?
A category or type of book.
Name one place in the library (other than the internet) where you can find information for a report.
Nonfiction books, atlases, encyclopedias, reference books.
What should you do with a library book when you're finished reading it?
Return it to Mrs. Atkins- the librarian
Name one strong password practice you should use to keep your accounts safe.
Use long, unique passwords; include letters, numbers, symbols; don’t share them.
How are Nonfiction Books organized?
How are fiction books organized?
Nonfiction: Dewey Decimal System
Fiction: Author's Last Name
Name 3 different genres.
Answers may include mystery, fantasy, realistic fiction, science fiction, historical fiction, adventure, humor, biography, sports, nonfiction, graphic novels, etc.
What is a "keyword," and how does it help when searching for information?
A keyword is an important word about your topic that helps find info (example: "habitat" for animals).
Name 3 things you should not do to a library book.
1. Don’t eat/drink near books
2. Don’t tear or fold
3. Don't write in them.
4. Don't give them to babies/ small children or pets.
If you see someone being mean to another student online, what is the best thing to do?
Tell a trusted adult or report the behavior; do not respond with meanness.
If you want to find a book about a real person's life written by someone else, you look for this word on the spine label, usually abbreviated as "B" or found in the 920s.
Biography
If you love a book, what are 2 ways you can find another book you'll probably enjoy?
1. Look for another book by the same author
2. Look for books in the same series/genre
3. Ask a librarian
4. Search Destiny for similar subjects.
Explain how you can tell if a website or book is a trustworthy source for your research.
Check the author, date, publisher, and whether other reliable sources agree.
A book has a torn page. What steps should you take before returning it to the library?
Tell the librarian and leave the book for repair
Why is it important to check who wrote information on a website before using it for a report?
To check accuracy and bias; look for author, date, and reliable sources.
What do you call a book written by a person about their own life?
Autobiography
What rule can you use to pick a book that is just right for you?
The 5 Finger Rule
Outline three steps you should follow to take notes and organize information for a short research report.
choose reliable sources, take short notes with page citations, group notes by subtopic before writing.
Explain why writing in or coloring inside library books is harmful and what to do instead if you want to take notes.
Writing damages the book for others; take notes on separate paper or sticky notes.
Explain what "personal information" is and give two examples you should never share online.
Personal information = details that identify you (examples: home address, phone number).