Summarizes some of the main bibliographic tools, retrieval systems, and other sources available for selecting appropriate materials for school-age handicapped children. (Author/CMV)

Lists 794 new and forthcoming videocassettes, films, filmstrips, slides, recordings, and multimedia kits designed for preschool through senior high school which were released between April 1988 and March 1989. Annotated entries are arranged under 65 subject headings, and a directory of distributors is included. (MES)

The selection processes of media specialists are discussed with emphasis on developing critical skills in children to evaluate and select materials. (KP)

Outlines competencies needed by librarians working with young adults in any type of information agency. Developed by the Education Committee of the Young Adult Services Division, competencies are listed in seven areas: leadership and professionalism, knowledge of client group, communication, administration, knowledge of materials, access to…

Presents an annotated bibliography of currently available resources for energy education in kindergarten through grade 12. Arranged alphabetically by agency, company, or institution producing the materials, each citation gives title, form of the material, price, and order information. Grade level is sometimes indicated. (BK)

Provides an overview of CD-ROMs for use in elementary and secondary school libraries. Highlights include advantages of CD-ROM; availability by grade level and by curriculum areas; costs; formats; trends; evaluating and selecting titles; 20 recommended titles; and CD-ROM distributors. (two references) (LRW)

Provides an annotated bibliography of print atlases for pre-K through 12, general atlases for under and over $50, Facts on File loose-leaf map collections, and CD-ROM atlases. Lists the top atlases' best bets of print and CD-ROM, provides guidelines for selection, and argues that although print atlases are superior, a good CD-ROM atlas is useful…