Following a brief discussion of science periodicals, there is a list of basic periodicals, both general and by grade level. (LS)

In order to write useful and effective science books for children, authors must consider accuracy, clarity of style, level of vocabulary, the authors' own experiences, the objectives of the book and of science. (LS)

A discussion of criteria for selection of science books by teachers and librarians, given the limitations of space, funds, and time. (LS)

Some science books are also good literature when judged by literary criteria. A few examples are cited and a selective bibliography is included. (LS)

The author describes the decision making processes involved in writing science books for children. The author must decide on scope and content, be careful about wording to avoid misleading the reader, present scientific classification and measurement clearly, introduce new vocabulary carefully, avoid anthropomorphism; and select useful and…

A list of nonprint science materials for elementary school libraries, divided into broad subject categories. A list of producers and their addresses is included. (LS)

An interview with Howard E. Smith, Jr., who edits science and junior books at McGraw-Hill, and with Thomas G. Aylesworth, who edits books for young readers at Doubleday. They discuss the selection of authors and subjects for books; science fiction and biography; characteristics of good science books; and foreign books. (LS)

A brief description of the activities of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in the area of science for children, followed by a discussion of the criteria used in reviewing children's books in "Science Books." (LS)

A list of reasons for which young adults (junior high through college undergraduates) come to the library for science materials, and ways in which the librarian may both help them and keep up a good current collection of science materials. (LS)

A discussion of educational concepts, media use and standards, children's reading, and criteria for reviewing science books. A brief description of a useful review publication, "Appraisal: Children's Science Books," is included. (LS)

After a brief discussion of science reference service, there is a list of science reference books. First are general science books, then specific lists by broad Dewey decimal classes. Grade levels are given for each work. (LS)

A list of nonprint materials (except 16mm films) in the science area for secondary school and public libraries. A list of producers, with addresses, is appended. (LS)

Criteria, with examples, for good science materials for elementary school libraries. (LS)