Centralized book selection on a national basis is offered as a practical alternative to the present system of selection by librarians and faculty members which, it is argued, does not produce the quality of collections needed. (14 references) (NH)

Decisions on the disposition of worn books from a library collection should be based on systematic evaluation. A checklist of questions to be asked in sequence is offered. (Author/NH)

A summary of the results of a study made to determine what differences, if any, exist in the use of books selected by different methods (librarian, faculty, blanket-order approval plans) in academic libraries. (Author/NH)

Advises school librarians to integrate print and non-print catalogs and offers detailed cataloging information. (Author)

The folklore collection can provide a range of meaningful experience for the elementary school child. Criteria for selection of materials are scope, cultural breadth, authenticity, style, reading level, and design. (Author)

Concludes that too often secondary school and public librarians merely accumulate works of fiction as they appear on the market rather than develop fiction collections. Librarians should use bibliographic aids, patron suggestions, and critical reviews to identify and purchase books to truly develop a collection. (RAA)

Survey analysis of Canadian public, regional, and elementary school library juvenile title holdings. (KP)

The reevaluation syndrome'' currently sweeping children's Librarianship is evaluated. (NH)

Includes materials selection guidelines and a bibliography for a core collection of books containing appropriate Asian and Asian-American images for school library resource centers. The bibliography lists 80 children's books, arranged by age group and by 11 nationalities. The majority of the books reflect Chinese and Japanese cultures. (KRN)

This advisory list includes books classified as fiction in the school media collection for primary through senior high school grade levels. Entries included in the list were selected from those books submitted by publishers which were favorably reviewed by educators. An unannotated list of books receiving favorable notices in the indicated…

Reviews the literature on the evaluation of library collections, discusses the research specifically on collection evaluation in school libraries, and draws attention to the types of studies that are needed in the school library media field. A 22-item reference list is included. (JL)

Briefly discusses the appeal of poetry for children and describes some of the ways in which school librarians can develop a poetry collection and enhance students' interest in poetry. Also included is an annotated list of the best poetry collections for students from the 1981 publishing year. (JL)

Designed to serve as a guide for instructors and students who would like to introduce a multicultural perspective into their area of study, this bibliography lists books and periodicals that are part of the library collection at Sacramento City College (SCC) in California. Materials are listed that focus on the contributions, experiences, and…