LibGuides: ELEM 4200: Methods of Teaching Elementary Science: Finding Books

Finding Books

Books shelved on the 3rd through 5th floors can be checked out using your AUM ID card. These books are listed in the Library's online catalog. Also check the database EBSCO eBook Collection for books that are available online.

Children's books are shelved on the second floor. To limit your search to the children's collection in the Library Catalog, click on Set Limits and select either "AUM Library-Juvenile Collection" or "AUM Library-Picture Book Collection".

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Other Databases for Finding Books

EBSCO eBook Collection This link opens in a new window
EBSCO eBook Collection provides access to your library’s eContent collection. eContent is the digital version of books, journals, and database content.
WorldCat/Firstsearch This link opens in a new window
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OCLC's catalog of books and other materials in libraries worldwide.

Books from Other Libraries

You may request books from other libraries through:

Children's Literature Awards

Caldecott Medal
The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. First awarded in 1938.
Newbery Medal
The Newbery Medal was named for eighteenth-century British bookseller John Newbery. It is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children. First awarded in 1922.
Coretta Scott King Book Award
Given to African American authors and illustrators for outstanding inspirational and educational contributions, the Coretta Scott King Book Award titles promote understanding and appreciation of the culture of all peoples and their contribution to the realization of the American dream of a pluralistic society.