Elementary school libraries can be more than a place for books. Some suggestions are given for making the library an active part of the educational process. (LS)

Describes UNESCO's plans and activities for world-wide promotion of books and reading. (JG)

A summary of the development of public library service to immigrants in Canada, describing the procedures and practices followed. (Author)

Surveys the development of library services to children and young adults in England and Wales since 1960. Includes information on books, selection aids, non-book materials, staffing, extension activities, services to minorities, young adult services, and public library service to schools. (LS)

The reference librarians' task is to provide specific information as needed by users, rather than to teach them the mechanics of finding the information themselves. (LS)

The physical layout of the library, a lack of communication between librarian and user, or constraints imposed by administrators may prevent the reference librarian from giving the best possible service. (LS)

History, present status and services, and possible areas for future development of the Central Library of the University of Chemical Engineering of Veszprem, Hungary. (LS)

Highlights of four special collections: British Broadcasting Company Reference Library; National Film Archives and Book Library of the British Film Institute; Theatre Section of the Victoria and Albert Museum; and the Shakespeare Collection of the Birmingham Municipal Reference Library. (LS)

Emphasizes the human contact and service aspect of the special library and suggests ways of attracting clients into the library. (JG)

The 1975 librarian must determine whether to begin collecting materials on the International System of Measurements (metric system). Librarians are urged to learn and use the metric system, provide displays, and collect materials to better serve their patrons. Bibliography. (Author/LS)

In a speech given at the Catholic Library Association 1975 convention, a noted childrens librarian discusses the world of childrens literature and four influential people: Frances Clarke Sayers, Virginia Haviland, Elizabeth Nesbitt, and Clifton Fadiman. (PF)

Describes the new library building of the Punjab Agricultural University Library, Ludhiana (India), its collections and activities. (Author)

A study of library services to hospitalized patients since 1971 in the greater Providence, Rhode Island, area. (LS)