Re: [LM_NET] Labeling Library Sections

[Robert Eiffert <beiffert@COMCAST.NET>]

We have a similar problem with 6-8 grades....

My library NF is along one loooong wall.

I took down the Dewey Posters (the ones that show all 100's sections).

My Library Aides (2 per period for a 12 week trimester) are charged with two 
projects for 25-33% of their grade. For one of the
projects, they each choose a 10's or even 1's (and in some cases, a decimal) 
section, make a big sign (at least 8x11 or 8x14) with
just the number. They choose style and color, limit is readability. And then a 
similar size sign with what is there (Mammals, Cars,
or Environment). And optional are either pictures (clip art for distant 
readability) or smaller signs with more detailed topic
(Lions, Tigers, and Bears). I give guidance to sections that need signage, but kids 
make most final choices. 

The results are a bit chaotic and colorful, but classmates and student aides seem 
to remember and help point out where to go better.


Robert Eiffert, Librarian
Pacific Middle School, Vancouver WA
Pac.egreen.wednet.edu/library
Beiffert at egreen wednet edu
beiffert.net

Kara Haggerty wrote:


> I am a new school media specialist in a few elementary school libraries.  I
> just organized the books in sections - Fiction, Non-fiction (by Dewey),
> Easy-Read and Reference.  The books before were arranged so the kids could find 
>them
> easily, such as animals, weather, sports, etc, but not necessarily in Dewey
> order.  So, the kids are not familiar with Dewey and how to find books since
> they haven't had a librarian in a long time.  I should also mention there is not
> a working card catalog.
> 
> Does anyone have any recommendations on how to label the sections, so the
> kids will understand and be able to locate books?  If I make general Dewey
> sections for 100's, 200's, 300's etc., I don't think they will understand, 
>although
> I know I have to explain how it works as well.

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