Hutchings Library/Media Center Reference Page
Library Lingo
barcode-the pattern of bars and spaces that is scanned by a computer
blocked-the term for unable to check out a library item because of an obstacle
borrow-to check out a book with the understanding that it is to be returned
card-an identification for a person(patron) to use when checking out a library book
check in-to return a book to the library so that the barcode can be scanned
check out-to borrow a book from the library by scanning the barcode
due date-the date by which a book must be returned to avoid consequence
overdue-beyond the date when an item is expected to be returned
return-to bring back an item that had been borrowed
scan-toi pass a barcode light over a barcode in order to check the item in or out
How to Search in "Destiny"
How to use a "call slip"
Dewey Decimal System
Click the link below for a slide show on the "Dewey Decimal System"
“Five” Finger Rule when choosing “Just the Right Book”
All HPS students are able to access these resources with their student ID number as their library card number and a pin number of 1234 to provide an easier way to access online resources & e-materials.
Autobiography-A nonfiction story about a person's life written by that person
Biography-A nonfiction story about a person's life written by someone else. HU-Biography Books
Fable-A short story that usually has talking animals and teaches a lesson or moral.
Fairytale-Made up stories involving magical characters and lands. They usually have a happy ending.
Fantasy-A fictional story that includes elements that are impossible such as talking animals or magic!
Fiction-A book that tells a story with characters and events.
Graphic Novel-A book make like a comic, sometimes with speech bubbles
Historical Fiction-A fictional story written during a time period in the past that may include some true facts about history.
Informational-A nonfiction text that gives facts and information about different topics.
Non-Fiction-A book that tells facts and information about a topic.
Mystery-A fictional story where the characters are trying to solve a crime or problem that is unknown..HU-Mystery Books
Poetry-A type of writing that is usually written in verses using rhythm and rhyme and causes strong feelings.
Realistic Fiction-A fictional story that includes events that could really happen.
Science Fiction-A fictional story that often includes science, technology or aliens.
Traditional Literature-A fictional story that is passed down through the years including fairy tales, fables, folk tales, legends, tall tales and myths.
Click the link above to check the level of your book.
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