The Dewey Decimal System is a system of library classifications developed by Melvil Dewey in 1876. The system organizes books on library shelves in a specific order that makes it easy for us to find any book and then return it to its proper place. Did you know that the whole Dewey Decimal System is based on the number 10? .............10 main classes ....................each main class divided into 10 subcategories ..................................each subcategory divided into 10 subdivisions In this project you will learn about each of the main categories, subcategories, and subdivisions. After looking at the Dewey Decimal System you should not only be able to find a book you need, but you will be able to find that book in almost any library you enter and be able to teach others how to find books in libraries too! |