2. Reference Sources Print Online

3. Library References 8Almanac 8Atlas 8Biographical Dictionary 8Dictionary/Unabridged Dictionary 8Geographical Dictionary 8Encyclopedia 8Indexes 8Periodical Guide 8Quotation Book 8Thesaurus

4. Almanac An almanac is an annual publication composed of various lists, charts, and tables of useful information in many unrelated fields.

5. Almanac

6. Atlas An atlas is a bound collection of maps which may illustrate themes such as historical development, social development, and scientific centers.

7. Biographical Dictionary Biographical dictionaries provide a brief summary of data about a person. Some cover living people and some dead people, a few cover both.

8. Dictionary A dictionary is a book listing a comprehensive or restricted selection of the words of a language, identifying usually the phonetic, grammatical, and semantic value of each word, often with etymology, citations, usage guidance and other information. Unabridged dictionary: a dictionary that has not been shortened by the omitting terms or definitions; a comprehensive dictionary.

9. Unabridged Dictionary

10. Geographical Dictionary A geographical dictionary is a quick-reference source of basic information on the world’s continents, countries, regions, cities, and natural features which appear in a single alphabetical list to speed use. All maps appear with the main entry.

11. Encyclopedia Encyclopedias contain informational articles on subjects in every field of knowledge, usually arranged in alphabetical order. Encyclopedias are good for fact-finding, getting general information about a subject or starting a research project.

12. Indexes An Index is an alphabetical or systematic arrangement of terms used as a guide to the contents of books, periodicals, or a group of documents, which indicate where information can be found.

13. Indexes American Poetry The Book of Living Verse

14. Periodical Guide A periodical guide is a magazine index referenced by author and subject. Book reviews are in a separate section and are arranged alphabetically by author. Each entry contains all the necessary information to find the article. Abbreviations are held to a minimum, and they are clearly explained in the front of the index.

15. Sample from Readers Guide to Periodical Literature Alexie, S. Ten little Indians. 2003 The New York Times Book Review v108no24 p13 Je 15 2003. E. Weinberger

16. Quotation Book A quotation book is a reference book used to find the precise source of a quote. I have gathered a posie of other men’s flowers, and nothing but the thread that binds them is mine own. John Bartlett

17. Thesaurus A thesaurus is a book of words or of information about a particular field or set of concepts; specifically, it is a dictionary of synonyms.

18. Let’s Play Reference Race [Finding the correct source for information.]

19. What time did the sun rise on Jan. 1, 1981? ALMANAC

20. I want to learn about the Revolutionary War. Encyclopedia

21. Why was Janet Scudder famous? biographical dictionary

22. How can I get from New York City to Chicago? atlas

23. In what state is Callaway County? geographical dictionary

24. Where can I find a magazine article about dolphins? periodical guide [print] Or EBSCO [online]

25. What does sovereignty mean? dictionary

26. What is a synonym for great? thesaurus

27. Where are the major cities of Australia located? atlas

28. Which book is used as a resource to find the poem O Captain! My Captain! ? Granger’s Poetry Index

29. Which of these reference books contain biographical information about all who have served as president of the United States? Almanac World Book Dictionary of American Biography

30. Prepared by: Mrs. Karen Couch 2007 Music © Fresh Music