This is a book of oral narratives, collected from participants at a school created for first-generation, immigrant youth. The narrations from the students, teachers, administration, professional staff, and support personnel document the power of caring relationships in an educational setting. The narratives underscore the importance of teachers,…

This script was prepared as part of a program presented by the Library Instruction Roundtable (LIRT) to share ways libraries in Mississippi help patrons use library resources. The program evolved from a 1981 needs assessment survey conducted by the Mississippi Library Association (MLA) Education Committee. At that time requests for information and…

Describes a program that used art and poetry therapy with terminally ill patients. Presents the creative writings of two patients. (SR)

Presents a play that gives elementary school students a lighthearted but informative overview of middle school life. The play presents information about curriculum, lockers, physical education, materials, and classwork. Notes student reactions to the presentation. (RC)

This script of a slide-tape presentation, which describes the selection and processing of materials for a university library, includes commentary with indicators for specific slide placement. Distinction is made between books and serial publications and the materials are followed from the ordering decision through processing. The role of the…