This slideshow lesson focuses on using libraries and librarians as research sources. It explains what makes them excellent sources of information because of expertise and reference materials available; it also lists the cons of using...

The official career site of the American Library Association offers a wealth of information relating to the many choices available to those interested in careers in libaries.

The library provides a wealth of resources online: e.g., access to local libraries and their card catalogs, the "North Carolina Encyclopedia," genealogical research, and newspapers.

In addition to information about the organization, its events and conferences, the resource provides links to numerous libraries within the state.

Official website of the Office of Presidential Libraries where you can select one of the fifteen libraries to learn more about it.

This multicultural digital library delivers a vast collection of various primary sources from all over the world to enhance studies in all areas.

Features a collection of digitized original items from the Brown University Library relating to "Alcohol, Temperance & Prohibition" searchable by keyword, title, creator, or publisher.

The library explains its resources and services. Residents of the state may ask for a password and gain access to the library's catalog of books, magazines, and newspapers.

The Children's Book Council offers four downloadable lists for different age groups to use for developing a home library or just for finding good books to read.

Resource showcases the holdings of Thomas Jefferson's personal library built around the themes of memory, reason, and imagination.

In celebration of the 300th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin's birth, the Penn Library and University Archives offers a look at the university as it was during Franklin's lifetime. Content includes original documents and manuscripts, a...

Read about the design process and history of the New York Public Library and view pictures.

A good general look at the resources commonly available in most academic and public libraries, this site provides a framework for students to use in their own library research.

Photographic collection of the buildings, with exterior and interior views, where the great libraries of Europe are housed.

This System-Wide Automated Network serves 77 libraries in the Chicago suburbs. It's instructive in how a computer catalog of library materials works.

The homepage for the New Hampshire State Library. Search the library's catalog or those of other libraries in the state, locate resources on history, genealogy, "Best Schools Resource Center," internet, "Talking Book Program," and...

This handy .pdf document outlines a library furniture program, how to select furniture, a glossary of furniture terminology and a list of resources vital for anyone involved in design or redesign.

This handy .pdf document outlines a library furniture program, how to select furniture, a glossary of furniture terminology and a list of resources vital for anyone involved in design or redesign.

Learn about acoustical design issues in this .pdf document crucial for planning a new library or redesigning an existing one.

Learn about acoustical design issues in this .pdf document crucial for planning a new library or redesigning an existing one.

The United Kingdom's British Library is the largest library in the world. It's collections include cultural artifacts from around the world on topics such as art, music and literature. Explore virtual reproductions of classic works of...

Browse an image database of art treasures selected from libraries across Europe.

This is the official site of Herbert Hoover's Presidential Library and Museum. It contains links to information on all actions that occurred during his presidency. Provided by the National Archives and Records Administration(NARA).

These revised standards establish guidelines for school library programs at five levels: distinguished, accomplished, proficient, developing, and improvement needed.