Product Overview
All you ever needed to know about running a successful school library! Fully updated content covers the basics in addition to today's unique technology challenges Provides a collection of timely articles that represent best practices from the real world and provide a blueprint for developing a strong media center program Shares the best of the best from LIBRARY MEDIA CONNECTION (LMC) magazine, written by practitioners and industry heavy-hitters Aligns with Information Power's definition of the threefold role of the library media specialist K-12 school librarians have come to count on the proven, practical advice in previous editions of this comprehensive guidebook for school libraries. The sixth edition updates every topic, from collection development and standardized testing to integrating the Web into the research process. Handhelds, wireless networks, and other new technologies keep school library media specialists current with today's changes, while core topics such as budget and facilities planning reinforce the basics. Use this tried-and-true handbook to inspire you, make you think, and help you develop a fresh approach to school library management.
