Genres
What is a genre?
A category that describes different types of literature or media.
What is a library card?
A card that allows you to borrow materials from the library.
What does it mean to skim?
To read quickly for the main ideas without focusing on details.
Who wrote "Harry Potter"?
J.K. Rowling
What is a reference service?
A service that helps patrons find information or resources.
Name a type of fiction.
Fantasy, Science Fiction, Historical Fiction
What does a catalog do?
It organizes and lists all the materials available in the library.
Define "paraphrase".
To provide a brief overview of the main points of a text.
Name a famous author of fantasy.
C.S Lewis or J.R.R. Tolkien
What can you borrow from a library?
Books, magazines, DVD's, and other materials.
What is a biography?
A detailed description of a person's life written by someone else.
Name one type of research database.
Articles, Newspaper, eBooks, Encyclopedias
What is summarizing?
To provide a brief overview of the main points of a text.
What is an anthology?
A collection of works by different authors, usually around a theme.
What is interlibrary loan?
A service that allows you to borrow books from other libraries.
What genre includes magical elements?
Fantasy
What is an index?
A list that helps you locate specific information within a book or resource.
What is a theme?
The main idea or underlying message in a piece of literature.
Who is an author known for science fiction?
Lois Lowry, Peter Brown, Mary Pope Osborne, Suzanne Collins
How does a library support research?
By providing access to databases, reference materials, and quiet study areas.
A genre that involves solving a crime or uncovering secrets.
How do you use the Dewey Decimal System?
It's a system that organizes books by subject using numerical codes.
How do context clues help understanding?
They provide hints or information surrounding a word or phrase to help infer its meaning.
What does it mean to be an illustrator?
An artist who creates images to accompany a text in a book.
What is the purpose of storytime?
To engage children with reading through storytelling and interactive activities.