Dewey for the Dragons An introduction to the

Dewey for the Dragons An introduction to the Dewey Decimal Classification System Presented by: Kristin Hunt A presentation for Mc. Cleskey Middle School Dragon Trainers

Purpose This presentation is intended to provide teachers and faculty of Mc. Cleskey Middle School Dragons (aka dragon trainers) with a brief overview of how non-fiction books in the media center are organized using the Dewey Decimal System. At the conclusion of this presentation, teachers to know where to find materials for their students related to the subjects they teach.

About Dewey • The Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) was developed by Melvil Dewey, a college librarian, in 1871 after he became frustrated with the impractical system he was using previously. • The DDC categorizes titles by subjects, using a system of Arabic numbers and systems. • Each DDC number is represented by three numbers. For further classification, a decimal and more numbers may follow. • The DDC call number is located on the book’s spine. • The DDC is used in most libraries today. O

Dewey’s Ten Categories The Dewey Decimal Classification organizes books into ten general categories, which we also use at Mc. Cleskey: 000 -099 : General Works 100 -199 : Philosophy & Psychology 200 -299 : Religion 300 -399 : Social Sciences 400 -499 : Languages 500 -599 : Science & Math 600 -699 : Technology (Applied Sciences) 700 -799 : Fine Arts & Recreation 800 -899 : Literature 900 -999 : Geography & History

000 s – General Works Examples: Computer Science, General Encyclopedias, Dictionaries, Bibliographies 082 WEB REF 031 FAM PRO 015 A L H Al-Hazze, T. C. & Bucher, K. T. (2008). Books about the Middle East : selecting and using them with children and adolescents. Columbus, Ohio : Linworth Books. Anzovin, S. & Podell, J. (2000). Famous first facts: a record of first happenings, discoveries, and inventions in world history. New York : H. W. Wilson. Webster's new explorer dictionary of quotations, (2000). Springfield, MA: Federal Street Press.

000 s – General Works GPS Connections Materials in the 000 – 099 category can assist teachers and students in all subjects meet a variety of GPS standards, including those related to: • Research (general encyclopedias, bibliographies, newspapers, periodicals, almanacs) • Writing (thesauruses) • Vocabulary (dictionaries) • Reading (periodicals, newspapers)

100 s – Philosophy & Psychology Examples: Paranormals, Ethics, Logic Click cover for book review AD 155. 43 M 158. 1 CHI 155. 45 S TR Canfield, J. , Hansen, M. V. & Kirberger. (1998). Chicken soup for the teenage soul II : 101 more stories of life, love, and learning. Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications. Harris, A. R. (2009). Cliques, crushes, & true friends : developing healthy relationships. Edina, MN: ABDO Madison, L. (2002). The feelings book : the care & keeping of your emotions. Middleton, WI: Pleasant Company.

100 s – Philosophy & Psychology GPS Connections While materials in the 100 – 199 category can assist teachers and students in meeting some GPS standards, they provide valuable assistance to guidance counselors in helping students learn about: • Feelings • Emotions • Perceptions • Coping with loss

200 s – Religion Examples: The Bible, Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism I 220. 9 AS 296 PEN Asimov, I. (1981). Asimov's Guide to the Bible: the Old and New Testaments. New York : Avenel Books. Penney, S. (2007). Judaism. Chicago: Heinemann Library.

200 s – Religion GPS Connections Materials in the 200 – 299 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • SS 7 G 8 The student will describe the diverse cultures of the people who live in Southwest Asia (Middle East): c) Compare and contrast the prominent religions in Southwest Asia (Middle East): Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.

300 s – Social Sciences Examples: Holidays, Government, Finances, Customs, Folklore Click cover for book review 332 GOD 394. 2 HOY 398. 2 MA T Godfrey, N. S. (1998). Neale S. Godfrey's ultimate kids' money book. New York : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. Hoyt-Goldsmith, D. (1995). Mardi Gras: a Cajun country celebration. New York : Holiday House. Manna, G. (1999). The Barefoot book of giants, ghosts and goblins: traditional tales from around the world. New York: Barefoot Books.

300 s – Social Sciences GPS Connections Materials in the 300 – 399 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • SS 6 CG 1 The student will compare and contrast various forms of government. a) Describe the ways government systems distribute power: unitary, confederation, and federal. b) Explain how governments determine citizen participation: autocratic, oligarchic, and democratic. c) Describe the two predominate forms of democratic governments: parliamentary and presidential.

400 s – Languages Examples: English, French, German, Italian, Grammar 443 AME PRO 428 KIE 430 LET Amery, H. (1996). The Usborne first thousand words in French: with easy pronunciation guide. London: Usborne. Goodman, M. (1991). Let's learn German picture dictionary. Lincolnwood, Ill : Passport Books. Kiester, J. B. (1990). Caught'ya!: grammar with a giggle. Gainesville, FL: Maupin House. .

400 s – Languages GPS Connections Materials in the 400 – 499 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • MLI. IP 1 A Use basic greetings, farewells, and expressions of courtesy. • MLI. IP 1 B Express like/dislike, emotions, and agreement/disagreement. • MLI. IP 1 C Make simple requests. • MLI. IP 1 D Ask for clarification. • MLI. IP 1 E Give simple descriptions. • MLI. IP 1 F Comprehend basic directions. • MLI. IP 1 G Ask questions and provide responses based on suggested topics. • MLI. IP 1 H Use sequenced information meaningfully. • MLI. IP 2 A Initiate, participate in, and close a brief exchange. • MLI. IP 2 B Use formal and informal forms of address. • MLI. IP 2 C Demonstrate Novice-Mid proficiency in oral and written exchanges.

500 s – Science & Math Examples: Astronomy, Plants, Fossils, Algebra 567. 9 NOR 523. 4 AGU Click cover for book review 580 SNE Aguilar, D. A. (2008). 11 planets : a new view of the solar system. Washington, DC: National Geographic. Norman, D. & Milner, A. (1989). Dinosaur. New York: Knopf. Snedden, R. (2003). Plants & fungi: multicelled life. Chicago: Heinemann Library.

500 s – Science & Math GPS Connections Materials in the 500 – 599 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • S 6 E 1. Students will explore current scientific views of the universe and how those views evolved. • S 6 E 2. Students will understand the effects of the relative positions of the earth, moon and sun. • M 8 G 2. Students will understand use the Pythagorean theorem. a) Apply properties of right triangles, including the Pythagorean theorem. b) Recognize and interpret the Pythagorean

600 s – Technology (Applied Science) Examples: Health, Medicine, Cooking, Pets Click cover for book review 636. 7 KAH 641. 5 COO 613 CHE Cheung, L. & Jukes, M. (2003) Be healthy! It's a girl thing: food, fitness, and feeling great. New York : Crown, c 2003. Kahn, B. (2007). Training people: how to bring out the best in your human, from food and grooming to service and support : the definitive guide for dogs. San Francisco: Chronicle Books. Waldee, L. M. (2002). Cooking the French way : revised and expanded to include new low-fat and vegetarian recipes. Minneapolis, MN : Lerner.

600 s – Technology (Applied Science) GPS Connections Materials in the 600 – 699 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • HE 6. 2: Students will analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors on health behaviors. • HE 7. 1: Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health. • HE 7. 3: Students will demonstrate the ability to access valid information and products and services to enhance health.

700 s – Fine Arts & Recreation Examples: Landscaping, Photography, Music, Sports, Acting Click cover for book review 796 SUL 745. 5 GIB 792. 8 BO W Bowes, D. (1999). The ballet book: the young performer's guide to classical dance. Buffalo, NY: Firefly Books. Gibson, B. (2006). Gourds: Southwest gourd techniques & projects from simple to sophisticated. New York: Sterling Publishers. Sullivan, G. (2000). Don't step on the foul line: sports superstitions. Brookfield, CT: Millbrook Press.

700 s – Fine Arts & Recreation GPS Connections Materials in the 700 – 799 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • DMSPFD. 1 Identifies and demonstrates movement elements, skills, and terminology in dance • DMSPCR. 1 Demonstrates an understanding of creative and choreographic principles, processes, and structures • VA 7 PR. 3 Uses the elements and principles of design along with a variety of media, techniques and skills to produce two-dimensional and three- dimensional works of art. • VA 7 C. 2 Develops fluency in visual communication • PE 8. 2: Demonstrates understanding of movement concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics as they apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.

800 s – Literatures Examples: Poetry, Drama, Speeches, Shakespeare Click cover for book review A CL 822. 3 808. 1 JA N Claybourne, A. & Treavs, R. (2001). The Usborne Internet-linked world of Shakespeare. London: Usborne. Janeczko, P. B. (1999). How to write poetry. New York: Scholastic Reference.

800 s – Literatures GPS Connections Materials in the 800 – 899 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • ELA 6 R 1 The student demonstrates comprehension and shows evidence of a warranted and responsible explanation of a variety of literary and informational texts. • ELA 7 R 2 The student understands and acquires new vocabulary and uses it correctly in reading and writing. The student c) Identifies and explains idioms and analogies in prose and poetry. • ELA 8 W 2. The student demonstrates competence in a variety of genres. NOTE: All Shakespeare works are classified at 822. 3

900 s – Geography & History Examples: Travel, Biographies, Wars Click cover for book review 920 EDE 960 HAS 975. 8 SP E Edelson, P. (2002). A to Z of American women in sports. New York : Facts on File. Haskins, J. & Benson, K. (1998). African beginnings. New York : Lothrop, Lee & Shepard. Spector, T. (1993). The guide to the architecture of Georgia. Columbia, S. C. : University of South Carolina Press.

900 s – Geography & History GPS Connections Materials in the 900 – 999 category can assist teachers and students meet the following middle school GPS standards: • SS 6 H 7 The student will explain conflict and change in Europe to the 21 st century. a) Describe major developments following World War I: the Russian Revolution, the Treaty of Versailles, worldwide depression, and the rise of Nazism. b) Explain the impact of WWII in terms of the Holocaust, the origins of the Cold War, and the rise of Superpowers. c) Explain how the collapse of the Soviet Union led to the end of the Cold War and German reunification. • SS 8 H 2 The student will analyze the colonial period of Georgia’s history NOTE: Biographies are in the 920 s.

Let’s Do Dewey What did you learn? Where would these titles be categorized in the DDC? Draw 40 Animals - 740 Inside the Whale and Other Animals - 591. 4 Mythical Beasts - 398. 24 Los Animales Del Mundo - 468 Living Animals of the Bible - 220. 8 The Mermaid’s Purse - 821 Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover’s Soul - 158. 1 Animal Helpers for the Disabled - 636 All Creatures Great & Small: My Life as a Veterinarian - 921 The World Almanac for Kids - 031. 02

Questions? OK Dragon Trainers. Let’s go teach those Dragons about Dewey.

References Aguilar, D. A. (2008). 11 planets : a new view of the solar system. Washington, DC: National Geographic. Al-Hazze, T. C. & Bucher, K. T. (2008). Books about the Middle East : selecting and using them with children and adolescents. Columbus, Ohio : Linworth Books. Amery, H. (1996). The Usborne first thousand words in French: with easy pronunciation guide. London: Usborne. Anzovin, S. & Podell, J. (2000). Famous first facts: a record of first happenings, discoveries, and inventions in world history. New York : H. W. Wilson. Asimov, I. (1981). Asimov's Guide to the Bible: the Old and New Testaments. New York : Avenel Books. Bowes, D. (1999). The ballet book: the young performer's guide to classical dance. Buffalo, NY: Firefly Books. Canfield, J. , Hansen, M. V. & Kirberger. (1998). Chicken soup for the teenage soul II : 101 more stories of life, love, and learning. Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications. Cheung, L. & Jukes, M. (2003) Be healthy! it's a girl thing: food, fitness, and feeling great. New York : Crown, c 2003.

References (continued) Claybourne, A. & Treavs, R. (2001). The Usborne Internet-linked world of Shakespeare. London: Usborne. Edelson, P. (2002). A to Z of American women in sports. New York : Facts on File. Georgia Department of Education. (2008). Georgia Performance Standards. Retrieved Saturday, March 6, 2010, from www. georgiastandards. org. Gibson, B. (2006). Gourds: Southwest gourd techniques & projects from simple to sophisticated. New York: Sterling Publishers. Godfrey, N. S. (1998). Neale S. Godfrey's ultimate kids' money book. New York : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. Goodman, M. (1991). Let's learn German picture dictionary. Lincolnwood, Ill : Passport Books. Harris, A. R. (2009). Cliques, crushes, & true friends : developing healthy relationships. Edina, MN: ABDO. Haskins, J. & Benson, K. (1998). African beginnings. New York : Lothrop, Lee & Shepard. Hoyt-Goldsmith, D. (1995). Mardi Gras: a Cajun country celebration. New York : Holiday House.

References (continued) Janeczko, P. B. (1999). How to write poetry. New York: Scholastic Reference. Kahn, B. (2007). Training people: how to bring out the best in your human, from food and grooming to service and support : the definitive guide for dogs. San Francisco: Chronicle Books. Kiester, J. B. (1990). Caught'ya!: grammar with a giggle. Gainesville, FL: Maupin House. Madison, L. (2002). The feelings book : the care & keeping of your emotions. Middleton, WI: Pleasant Company. Manna, G. (1999). The Barefoot book of giants, ghosts and goblins: traditional tales from around the world. New York: Barefoot Books. Norman, D. & Milner, A. (1989). Dinosaur. New York: Knopf. OCLC. (2009). How one library pioneer profoundly influenced modern librarianship. Retrieved March 5, 2010, from http: //www. oclc. org/DEWEY/resources/biography/. Penney, S. (2001). Judaism. Chicago: Heinemann Library. Snedden, R. (2003). Plants & fungi: multicelled life. Chicago: Heinemann Library.

References (continued) Spector, T. (1993). The guide to the architecture of Georgia. Columbia, S. C. : University of South Carolina Press Sullivan, G. (2000). Don't step on the foul line: sports superstitions. Brookfield, CT: Millbrook Press. University of Illinois at Urbana-Chapaign. (n. d. ). Dewey Decimal in the UIUC Bookstacks. Retrieved March 5, 2010, from http: //www. library. illinois. edu/circ/tutorial/biography. html. Waldee, L. M. (2002). Cooking the French way : revised and expanded to include new low-fat and vegetarian recipes. Minneapolis, MN : Lerner. Webster's new explorer dictionary of quotations, (2000). Springfield, MA: Federal Street Press. Image Credits Melvil Dewey picture Dewey Drawing. (n. d. ). Retrieved on March 5, 2010 from http: //www. slais. ubc. ca/COURSES/libr 517/0203 -wt 2/projects/dewey/Images/deweymelvil. gif. All clip art is from Microsoft. com Clipart. (2010). Retrieved on Friday, March 5, 2010 from office. microsoft. com/clipart/ All book cover graphics were retrieved from Destiny Library Manager (n. d. ). Retrieved on March 3, 2010 from Mc. Cleskey Online Catalog.