SDSL Electronic Challenge

I just started the South Dakota State Library Electronic Challenge where librarian can learn more about the great resources that the State Library has. This provides the opportunity to incorporate into my library skill classes and share with patrons at our library. 1. World Book Online for kids: This week's lesson is exploring World Book Online. This is interesting because this is exactly what I'm have my students do this week. My favorite activity is having the K-2 grades compare and contrast animals. The pictures do not give it justice - but comparing an anteater with an armdillo makes it that more interesting. In class, we get a ruler out and actually measure the difference of the animals and learn that an anteater is much longer than an armidillo. 2. Using World Book Student, I found more information and indepth answers about Armidillos. This animals can be as large as 100 lbs. and a tail that measures 20 inches long. 3. World Book Advanced offers options for patrons in looking up primary resources or encylopedia references. It's great to have up-to date info about events happening and facts. Patrons may enjoy other sources to look at that relate to the U.S. and current events. This can be better than the newspaper because it's current and may be easier to find. I choose Switerzerland because my grandfather was born here then adopted by his aunt and uncle in the early 1900's in the U.S. 4. World Book Discoverer - it translates the text for those who may have difficult reading the info. Pictures are also included.