At this point, check the computer for other books that might be in the Children's Department, upstairs in the Adult section or at another library. You will need to make sure that you narrow your topic so you are able to cover the subject sufficiently. But before you decide definitely on a topic, determine if you have adequate resources. Reference Books General Encyclopedias can give a broad overview of your subject. The Library has several different sets on the reference shelf to use at the Library, as well as some sets which can be checked out.
Some good information is available in magazines and other periodicals.
This is especially important when you need to find the most current information. The InfoTrac program on the patron computer terminals will help you find magazine resources in Adult magazine section. To find articles in children's magazines, use the Children's Magazine Reference Center at one of the Information Stations and the Children's Magazine Guide in the magazine section of the Children's Department.