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This is where you go to find out how to do stuff like use the OPAC, create documents in Publisher, make up a Bibliography and other useful things that will help you as a student now -- and in the future! If you are missing any handouts given during library, this is the place to find them. Check back often for new tips and tricks!

Don't forget to check out the new Step-by-Step guides below!

How do I...

Understand how to read the spine labels? This handout was used to help students understand call numbers and how to use them to locate books in the library. Don't forget to try the exercise!
Get Started on a Successful Research Project? Learn how to prepare a terrific research paper by following this handy, step-by-step guide. Page two of this document will help you plan your bibliography page with the MLA Style Guide for citing sources.
Explore the Library on the Kids' HIP? Learn how to use the Kids' HIP using this handy handout!
Make a newsletter using Microsoft Publisher? This is a special handout that was given during the workshop showing you how to make a newsletter. If you lost your handout, you can print it up here!
How do I know if a web site I'm using is good for research?

This tutorial will help you understand how to look at a web site and decide whether or not it is reliable and trustworthy. Thanks to Vaughn Memorial Library at Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia for letting us link to their excellent tutorial!

Don't forget these useful handouts by Mrs. Zammit. They are your checklist for making sure the sites you visit are useful:

Web Evaluation Hand Out (Grades 5-8)

Web Evaluation Hand Out (Grades 1-4)

Step-by-Step guides are new, easy-to-follow instructions on how to do things on the computer like creating and naming a folder. Keep checking back for more great guides brought to you by Mrs. Zammit!

Create and name a folder

Saving Publisher clip-art to your folder

Saving clip-art from World Book or other online sources