Keys to the Search
What is a keyword?
A word that helps us find information or answer a question
If I want to find a book written by Dr. Seuss what do I enter into the Catalog?
Dr. Seuss
What are decimal points?
Decimal points
How are encyclopedias organized?
Alphabetical order
A to Z
How long do lions sleep?
lions and sleep
Where do I search for information?
Google or Encyclopedia
What is the name of the catalog?
Destiny
How large is Africa?
Africa
Volumes
How many colors are in a rainbow?
number of colors and rainbow
If I want to search more than one keyword what word do I need to include?
AND
For example:
butterfingers AND snickers
If I want to find a book that has won the Coretta Scott King award- what do I search?
Coretta Scott King
Where is the Eiffel Tower located?
Eiffel Tower
How many volumes are in each set of Encyclopedia?
One for each letter and an index
Why do hippopotamuses have pink stomachs?
Hippopotamuses and pink stomach
Can I use the keywords in the catalog?
What types of keyword searches can I do on the catalog?
Author, title, series, genre, subject, and more!
Where is Big Ben located?
Big Ben
Which volume would I use to learn about brontosaurus?
B Volume
How many pairs of wings do bees have?
number of wings and bees
Can I just type in a question to get my answer instead of a keyword?
NO- that is the whole reason we are learning about keywords. To learn how to search effectively!
What keyword would you use to find books by Kevin Henkes?
Henkes
Is it healthy to eat string cheese everyday?
string cheese
Which volume do I use to learn about Abraham Lincoln?
L volume
How many licks does it take to get to the center of a tootsie pop?
licks and center of tootsie pop