Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
A New Look at Information Books. |
| Authors: |
WEISMAN, KAY1,2 weismankay@gmail.com |
| Source: |
School Library Monthly. Sep/Oct2012, Vol. 29 Issue 1, p8-10. 3p. 1 Color Photograph. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Collection development in school libraries, *Book selection in school libraries, *Information resources, *Common Core State Standards, Collection management (Libraries) |
| Abstract: |
The article highlights the factors that should be considered when selecting informational texts or books for school library. It describes the increasing importance and use of informational texts in classrooms, under the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The criteria for selecting informational texts include illustration, layout and design, point of view, organization and reviews and awards. |
| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
