K-12 | Public Library | Tips and Training

NoveList Tip: Find Authors in a Specific Genre

Posted: February 07, 2012

What if someone is looking for a list of authors in his or her favorite genre? NoveList offers a quick way to find this. In the Basic Search box on the homepage: Type GN and the genre you want, such as science fiction, romance, or mysteries, e.g.,…

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How is Legislation Made in Georgia?

Posted: February 01, 2012

With the Georgia General Assembly in session, you may have been seeing news stories about bills going through the Georgia House of Representatives or the Georgia State Senate. If you've ever wondered about the process of how a bill becomes a law in…

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Staying Active in the Cold Weather

Posted: January 25, 2012

Winter sports offer a fun opportunity to stay active in winter. From skiing to ice skating and from hockey to snowboarding, there are many different ways to enjoy the winter season. Encyclopædia Britannica is a great place to learn about…

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Resources for International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Posted: January 23, 2012

In 2005, the United Nations General Assembly designated January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, a memorial day for the victims of the Jewish Holocaust. GALILEO provides several resources with images, videos, articles, and more to help…

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GALILEO Resources for Black History Month

Posted: January 12, 2012

Black History Month will soon be here, and GALILEO includes many articles, images, and videos to share. The Civil Rights Digital Library (CRDL) offers a variety of primary sources on the Civil Rights Movement, including films clips, images, oral…