Lynn Atkinson Smolen

Each year, a number of major bibliographies are published for use by teacher librarians and public librarians to build their collections in topical areas. The format, annotations, selection criteria and organization of the lists remain constant and provide users with excellent lists. These often end up in automated collection lists attached to OPAC systems. They are, of course outdated at the moment of publication, but are treasured as authoritative sources of the best. In tight budget years, more and more attention must be given to every dollar expended. The choice is always whether to buy an expensive published list or use the money to buy actual titles. These expensive lists are often best purchased and then shared.… (meer)

Printed on the basis that it will give access to information that can be used to stimulate quality discussion and understanding, this book moves the reader toward an understanding of the “insider’s” view or perspective about the world around them. It stresses the need to integrate this information into the curriculum and not set it apart or designate that it only be used one time each year. Quality listings of information backed by citations and supplementary information.

Bottom line: This is high quality material that has great value for students today. Use it. Highly recommended.… (meer)