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Women’s History Resources in GALILEO

Posted: February 22, 2012

In honor of Women's History Month, here are a few resources in GALILEO to help you find the stories of women throughout history. Encyclopædia Britannica offers a spotlight on women, Encyclopædia Britannica Profiles 300 Women Who Changed…

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Happy Birthday, Galileo Galilei!

Posted: February 15, 2012

On this day in 1564, Galileo Galilei was born in Pisa, Italy. To read about his life, see the Galileo Galilei article in Encyclopædia Britannica, or read through these articles in History Reference Center for a more in-depth look at this…

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Show Your Love for GALILEO!

Posted: February 14, 2012

Tell us how you are a GALILEO fan! See why others love GALILEO.

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Find Presidents in GALILEO

Posted: February 13, 2012

In honor of President's Day this month, it seems fitting to highlight some of the great resources in GALILEO that provide biographical information on our nation's presidents. Encyclopædia Britannica includes articles on all presidents from…

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2012 Book and Author Awards for Youth Media

Posted: February 09, 2012

The American Library Association (ALA) recently announced the winners of a variety of book and author awards. Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children's literature: Dead End in Norvelt written by Jack Gantos Caldecott Medal for…