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ENH/EDU291: Children's Literature

This guide was designed specifically for students in Pam Duty's class.

One Search (Physical Items at MCCCD Libraries)

One Search, the library's discovery tool, is a great resource for finding books and media. Use the search box below or explore the collection directly using One Search.

 

Gathering background information from a variety of sources can help out in a number of ways:

  • If you are unfamiliar with the topic, it provides a good overview of the subject matter.
  • It helps you to identify important facts related to your topic such as terminology, dates, events, history, and relevant names or organizations.
  • It can help you refine your topic.
  • Background research can lead you to references that you can use to find additional sources of information.

Encyclopedias are a great source for background information! Enter your keywords directly in the search box locate resources.