School and Public Libraries: Developing the Natural Alliance

Cap. 1 An Abbreviated History ; The Progressive Era (1890 to 1920) ; Tracing the Story of Public Library?School Relations; The Early Influences of Anne Carroll Moore (1900 to 1918) ; The School Library Movement Begins (1890 to 1940) ; Influences from Outside Librarianship (1920 to 1940) ; School and Public Librarians Go Their Separate Ways (1940 to 1960); The Blackboard Curtain and Beyond (1960 to Today). -- Cap. 2 Different Strengths, Common Goals ; Promoting Information Literacy ; An Overview of the Strengths of School and Public Libraries ; Learning to Read: Balancing Free Reading with Structured Lessons. -- Cap. 3 Everyday Practice: A How-to Guide ; Initiating Contact ; Arranging a Get-Acquainted Party ; Working Together for the First Time ; Tips for Working Together ; Continuing Contact. -- Cap. 4 Grants ; Sources of Grants ; Collaboration in Grant Efforts ; Ela Area Public Library ; The Tall Tree Initiative in Westchester County, New York ; Intergovernmental Cooperation in Bensenville, Illinois ; Resources for Grant Seekers ; Guides to Grants for Libraries and Education ; Guides to Grant Writing ; Internet Resources. -- Cap. 5 Sharing Resources ; General Protocol for Teachers and Librarians ; Librarian-Teacher Communication ; Homework Tips for Teachers ; Alternatives to Assignment Alert ; Sample Reference Interview with a Student. -- Cap. 6 Research and the Process of Discovery ; Learning the Research Process ; Teaching the Research Process ; Motivating Learners. -- Cap. 7 School Services at the Public Library ; Helping Teachers Make the Most of the Public Library ; Teacher Cards ; Materials Request Service ; Public Libraries Serving Students ; Establishing Sound Policies ; Homework Centers ; Class Visits to the Public Library ; School Visits ; Other Services. -- Cap. 8 A Day in the Life ; Natalie Ziarnik ; Penny Mandziara ; Cynthia Oakes and Loretta M. Gaffney. -- Cap. 9 At the Potter's Wheel ; Author or Illustrator Visit ; Battle of the Books ; Career Advisory Council ; Japanese Stories and Crafts ; Kinderliterarische Matinée (Children's Literature Morning) ; Learning Centers for At-Risk First and Second Graders ; Librarian-Teacher Tea ; Library Safari ; Little Red Riding Hood ; Poetry Break ; Project Success: Science Fair Workshop ; Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award ; Student Storytellers ; Summer Reading Promotion Skit ; What a Wonderful World!. -- References.