“So many books, so little time.” Running a homeschool library adds a whole new level to this saying. 90+% of the books I acquire are library discards…
Category: Ask The Librarian
How do I organize and shelve science books?
You can start out by just putting all of your science books on one shelf or set of shelves. Arrange them alphabetically by the author’s last name, and voila!…
What do all those Dewey Decimal numbers really mean? (DDS: Part 3)
…Now, that is about the most intimidating Dewey Decimal number I can imagine–on the surface–but each of these numbers are carrying “KNOWABLE” meaning…
What is the Dewey Decimal System, and how can I use it to organize my library?
As for the Dewey Decimal system, I remember feeling confused and intimidated before learning it, but now, Mr. Melvil Dewey…
How does the Dewey Decimal System make it easier to find my books? (DDS: Part 2)
Once a book is labeled by its Dewey Decimal number, then it is (usually) secondarily labeled by the author’s last name. See, you’ll still get to enjoy your…
What are the options for keeping track of my books?
The Notebook Method: There is always good old paper and pen. You can keep a list of your books in a notebook. You can make a list of the books that people…
Ask the Librarian: Shelving Fiction
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