Understanding Encyclopedias: Structure, Use, and Online Resources
This informative overview of encyclopedias explains their structure, with volumes numbered along spines and often containing multiple letters. It covers the significance of each volume in the context of vast knowledge on various subjects. The text also introduces the interactive group activity "Volume Strips" to enhance learning. Additionally, it highlights online encyclopedia resources like World Book Online and PebbleGo, facilitating easy access to information. This guide serves as a valuable resource for educators and learners alike.
Understanding Encyclopedias: Structure, Use, and Online Resources
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Encyclopedias Print and Online By Diana Knight 2013
Encyclopedias are books filled with information on many subjects. • Each book in a set is called a volume.
Each volume has a number on the spine. • Some volumes have more than one letter on their spines. • A few volumes have a letter split in between two volumes, like S-Sn and So-Sz.
Group Activity – Volume Strips Hold up the volume strip that would contain the word.
World Book Online http://www.worldbookonline.com PebbleGo http://www.pebblego.com/content/choose_product.php