ELEMENTS PATHFINDER

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Elements Pathfinder

Print Resources

World Book Encyclopedia. You may look up many of the elements by name. This reference is a good starting point and will provide much for which you are you looking. Skim the appropriate article using the main headings and subheadings throughout the article. Also, use the index (volume 22) to help you navigate through the articles.

Chemical Elements: From Carbon to Krypton by David E. Newton. (REF 546 NEW) This user-friendly three-volume reference work contains alphabetic entries on over 100 elements.
Use the table of contents at the beginning of each volume to find your specific element. Each volume also contains a complete index to the entire set.

Elements by Brian Knapp. (REF 546 KNA) This 18-volume set contains information on many elements. Each volume contains a complete index.

The Elements (series). This series (20 volumes) is found in the general collection (usually). Titles in this series include: Lead, Hydrogen, Magnesium, Chlorine, as well as 16 others.

ELEMENTS – WEBSITES

http://www.chemicalelements.com/
Good site – logical – easily navigated – information is laid out in digestible bites

http://www.chemicool.com/

http://periodic.lanl.gov/
Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Chemistry Division Presents Periodic Table of the Elements a resource for students.
Information about the elements can be found by clicking on the element abbreviation on the table or alphabetically by element name. Includes atomic number, symbol, weight, and electron configuration. Gives a brief history of the element and its sources, isotopes, uses, and properties. Information only goes through element 112. There is additional information on what the periodic table is, how to use it, the naming of new elements, and the Mendeleev’s original table. Designed for elementary through high school students. After you copy and paste the information on this site into a word processing document, you will need to change the font color to black so that you can read the text.

http://www.chem4kids.com/files/elem_intro.html
Simple straightforward site offering basic information on the elements.

http://www.webelements.com
This site provides current information on the periodic table. Click on any element to learn more about it. Read the notes at the bottom of the page for the latest developments concerning the periodic table.

http://education.jlab.org/itselemental/index.html
Jefferson Lab – Good information, straightforward information.

Another good site for finding information on the elements.

Online Encyclopedia

Wikipedia — an online encyclopedia (use with caution — most of the science information is reliable)
 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

Voter Information Guide

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Here is the link to California’s official “Voter Information Guide.”
http://ss.ca.gov/elections/elections_vig.htm

Here you will find the information on all the propositions. Just click on the proposition and the arguments in favor and against to learn more.

This link is the calvoter.com site. This is a nonpartisan site that offers information and news on the ballot issues.
http://calvoter.com/voter/elections/2006/general/props/index.html

League of Women Voters — Proposition Information
At this site you will find a summary of the ballot measures, as well as links to sites that are both in favor and against the individual propositions.
http://www.smartvoter.org/2006/11/07/ca/state/prop/

This site offers simplified information on the propositions.

http://www.easyvoter.org/site/evguide/section.php?id=9

Remember, all of these sites can be found under the History — Social Studies links on the right side of this blog — simply scroll down to find them.

Election & Proposition Information

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Students and teachers, the last post I placed on this blog allowed you to download the state of California’s Information Guide to the propositions.

There are now links to the Secretary of State’s website — plus others — that will provide you with even more information.

Remember to check out both sides of the proposition — those arguing in favor and those arguing against. Looking at both sides of the issue is one of the best ways to understand the issue. Sometimes you must look at the opposition to truly understand the other position.

Students check out the links for these sites under the History and Social Studies category.

WELCOME TO THE TERRONEZ LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER

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Students, Welcome to the Terronez Middle School Library – The Finest Middle School Library in the Fresno Unified School District.

Sept-2006In this library you will find the resources you need to help you in all your academic subjects. You will also find materials and books for your own entertainment and enjoyment. In order that all students may benefit from the resources found here, we do expect you to follow the rules and policies of the library.

Mr. Barnett, Library Media Teacher

Mrs. Tucker, Library Media Technician

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ONLINE DATABASES – your gateway to great information

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Online Databases and Subscription Services

Brainpop.comBrainpop

This site covers all your major school subjects. It has interactive content in the form of online quizzes and tests. Brainpop features engaging flash movie clips starring Tim and a robot named Moby. Together Tim and Moby guide you through all major school subjects – from Algebra to the Civil War. But you better pay attention to them, because they will test you after it’s all over. This site is only available while you are at Terronez from the hours of 7am to 5pm. Username: “terronez” — Password: “brainpop”

Unitedstreaming.comUnitedStreaming

This marvelous site from the Discovery Education Network features downloadable and streaming videos on all subjects. Those of you with a broadband connection at home (dial-up will also work, but it’s slower) can download movies that will enhance and extend your learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Your teachers can also download the videos and show them to you in class. You can search by grade level, content, and standards. Do not overlook this powerful resource.

countryreports.orgCountryReports Your source for country and state information. From culture and customs to governments and geography, countryreports.org is a reliable source when looking for reliable information for your class assignments. Please see Mr. Barnett or check in the Reference Room for the username and password.

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Printing — 20 sheets a week

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New this school year is number of pages a student will be allowed to print in the library. Twenty (20) pages per week is all that a student is allowed to print. Now, while that may sound like a whole bunch, you might feel that it is somewhat limiting — especially when you have a large assignment.

Students, you are now forced to think about what you are printing. Instead of just clicking the “print” button, you must now think about what you really need.

Instead of printing every page, take notes in your own words.

Instead of printing every page, cut and paste what you really need into a word processing program (Appleworks or Microsoft Word), reduce the size of the font, and eliminate any unnessary information.

Following the instructions above will help you to better organize your thoughts when you are working on your assignments.

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Check Out the World Almanac and Book of Facts 2005

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AlmanacThe World Almanac and Book of Facts 2005 is now available for overnight checkout.

What’s an “almanac” some of you are asking. Simply put it is a book containing a collection of miscellaneous facts and statistics on many subjects.

Within the pages contained in this single book, you can find information on sports statistics, country information, election results, celebrity biographies, entertainment news, and much more.

Here are what just a few newspapers have to say about this one book:
Los Angeles Times: “The World Almanac is the most useful reference book known to modern man.”
The New York Times: “Provides brief, accurate information on an endless array of subjects.”
Seattle Times: “Useful to any human being on the planet. The World Almanac still reigns as the world’s most powerful reference.”

Try something new. Check out The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2005 today.

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Library Introduction and Welcome!

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Welcome to the Terronez Library Media Center. My name is Mr. Barnett and I am the Teacher Librarian. Mrs. Washburn is the library media technician – together, as a team, we run the Terronez Library Media Center.

A Little More About Mr. Barnett

Most of you are probably coming from elementary schools where you had a librarian technician. However, a Teacher Librarian is a twice credentialed teacher who specializes in the access, evaluation, and use of information. This means that I teach students how to use all the resources found in the library – resources for both curriculum and recreation needs. And since I am the only teacher librarian on campus, that means that I will be your teacher for two years (that is, if you stay for both seventh and eighth grades).

I work very closely with the other teachers and staff on the Terronez campus to ensure that all your informational needs are met – especially when it comes to your research projects.

Library as a Classroom

You may think of the library media center as my classroom; and like any other classroom there are specific rules to follow (see below). Since the library is such a large place, these rules must be followed at all times to ensure that the library is used to its maximum potential.

We offer many services in the library. Those of you who are returning to Terronez as eighth graders are already familiar with some of those services.  I am excited about all the wonderful things that will be happening this year at Terronez. Are there changes? Sure. But let’s just imagine all the wonderful possibilities that await us.

So, welcome back. Now let’s get to work.

SERVICES, RESOURCES, PROCEDURES, & RULES

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We encourage active study and exploration of all the resources in the library. Our mission is to support the curriculum of Terronez Middle School. To do so we attempt to provide access to current, adequate and appropriate information resources, and to ensure that all students, teachers and staff members are effective users of ideas and information. If you need help, please ask. Please respect the needs of others and follow the rules below. We thank you for your cooperation. We hope to see you often

YOUR LIBRARY STAFF
Remember, we are here to help you!

Mr. Barnett, Library Media Teacher; Mrs. Tucker, Library Media Technician

SERVICES: What we do for you

  • Provide instruction and help in the use of library information, materials and equipment.
  • Provide a quiet, attractive, and friendly place for study.
  • Provide help and resources for assignments and personal information needs.
  • Provide recreational books, information, and materials.
  • Purchase pens and pencils.

RESOURCES: What we have for you

  • In print: Books, magazines (current and some back issues), and The Fresno Bee newspaper.
  • Electronic: Library Book Catalog (OPAC – Online Public Access Catalog), Informational databases, Internet resources, Encyclopedias, Career Information. (Some of these resources are accessible from your home through your own Internet connection.)
  • Word Processing, Database/Spreadsheets, Presentation Software, and more.
  • Equipment: Computers, TV’s, VCR’s, LCD Projectors.

PROCEDURES: To keep our library running smoothly

  • Regular book checkout period is two weeks. (Exception: textbooks, reference books, and magazines. Most reference books are for use only while you are in the library and are not available for check out. However, you may make copies of some of the pages).
  • If you have an overdue book you cannot check out any library materials. There is a $.10/day fine for most books.
  • There is a $.25/day fine for overdue textbooks, reference books (for example, 2002 World Book Encyclopedias) and magazines.
  • Current issue periodicals (magazines) are available at the circulation counter, and may only be checked out overnight.
  • You may have a total of four items checked out at the same time.
  • All lost items must be paid for. There may be a replacement cost, service charge and fines.
  • Please allow time to check out. If you wait until the last minute you may be late for class. For example, if it is before school and you come into the library to check out a book, make sure you get there in plenty of time to find the book and check it out. If you do not give yourself time, you will be late for class. We will not write you a pass.

RULES: What you can do to make this a better place for everyone

  • Speak quietly and behave in a manner consistent with study.
  • During class time you must have a pass to use the library.
  • Do not bring food, candy or drinks into the library.
  • All types of personal stereos, video game players, and cell phones are not allowed to be used in the library.
  • No type of card playing is allowed in the library — including, but not limited to, those dealing with mythical and/or fantasy role playing.
  • Pass through the entryway in an orderly manner and lower your voice.
  • All items taken from the library must be checked out.
  • Only five students are allowed per table. You must be sitting down at the table.
  • There is no cross talking between tables. You may only speak to those who are sitting at your table.