Things+to+Include

Need ideas for what to include on your website? Check out this list!

Stuff You Buy

 * What's new at the library? (print and digital materials)
 * OPAC links and others in the area
 * Databases

Stuff You Create

 * Guides for students
 * copyright info
 * citation info or guides
 * recommended search engines or directories
 * search tips how-tos
 * website evaluation guide
 * how-tos screen casts
 * online tutorials, slide shows
 * handouts
 * research guides
 * Curricular resources for students - links, articles, etc - by subject
 * Teacher Resources- lesson plan gateways, teacher tools, education databases
 * General reference portals, encyclopedias, almanacs, dictionaries, thesauri, atlases
 * Parents- family related sites, homework helper sites, research tips

Things to Attend or Participate In

 * Announcements programs, events
 * Reading promotions
 * contests

Interaction with Students

 * Suggestion Box
 * Links to teacher assignments/projects
 * pathfinders

Content About the Library

 * Contact Information
 * Mission statement or goals link to standards, curriculum, etc.
 * Library Policies and Procedures
 * Site map
 * Library newsletter
 * Library annual report
 * Blog

//Used with permission from Sandra Carswell, Copperas Cove ISD.//