Excel Formulas And Functions Cool Tips and Tricks With Formulas in Excel Microsoft Excel, developed by Microsoft, is a spreadsheet that can run on Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It features calculation, graphing tools, pivot tables and a microprogramming language known as the Visual Basic for Applications, thereby enabling it to perform complex calculations and data analysis through the usage of formulas and functions. Excel has a wide range of applications being popularly used in public finance offices, or any office dealing with accounting. The use of Excel formulas, functions, tools and various operations not only cut the time used in performing data analyses, but also creates outputs, i.e. information that can easily be understood, more dynamic and engaging to stakeholders. This book uses simple understandable language to explore the formula and functions that are useful for computing and managing data. By reading this book, you will learn about mathematical functions, statistical functions, conditional calculations and lookup tables with added cool tricks to enhance your workability.

Elementary librarians!

Enjoy a stress-free library class with these universal copy-and-go lesson plans. This lesson plan book is designed to save you time. Instead of spending hundreds of hours crafting lesson plans and student worksheets, you can easily customize the included lesson plans and worksheets in minutes. Just photocopy and you are done!

The three keys to library class success are
-awesome lesson plans,
-awesome student worksheets, and
-awesome library cards

Awesome lesson plans. These kindergarten through sixth-grade lesson plans are designed to meet Common Core State Standards and AASL Standards while maintaining the flexibility to customize them with local standards. With these universal lesson plans, you merely adjust the complexity of the lesson according to the student's ability level. By using this book, you will cover all essential library topics.

Awesome student worksheets. These child-friendly designs make learning about library resources exciting. You will find drawing activities, puzzles, vocabulary exercises, book reports, and more. All student worksheets include vocabulary words and a fun lesson or writing activity.

Awesome library cards. The secret to success is the elementary library card! This new library card was designed by Dr. Gaines to help elementary students easily find books and other resources on their correct reading level. The card can be color-coded to match the reading levels of the books in your library.

A few topics covered in Elementary Library Lesson Plans include:
-book care
-reference books
-fiction & non-fiction
-maps & globes
-catalog searches
-magazines
-computer skills
-poetry
-story elements
-book reports
-Dewey Decimal System
-fairy tales & folk tales
-vocabulary words
. . . and more!

Welcome to the modern school library and librarian

Whether students are using books, audiobooks, ebooks, or Chromebooks, school libraries are more relevant than ever. They are places for research, refuge, and reflection--where students create, collaborate, communicate, and develop skills in critical thinking and compassion.

Learn 10 ways to create the library learning environment that every child deserves.

In Hacking School Libraries, 2015 School Librarian of the Year, Kristina A. Holzweiss, and 2017 Sensational Student Voice Award finalist, Stony Evans, bring you 10 practical hacks that will help you create a welcoming and exciting school library program. They show you how to rethink your library to become the hub of the school community, whether you are a veteran librarian or just beginning your career. Hacking School Libraries isn't just for librarians. It's for any educator who wants to learn how to

• transform the space
• establish meaningful housekeeping procedures
• provide hands-on learning opportunities
• empower your students
• bring curriculum to life
• differentiate instruction
• fundraise
• advocate the importance of school libraries
• establish global connections
• celebrate reading

What the experts say:

When I learned that Kristina and Stony were writing a book to fit into one of my favorite series, I was so excited and couldn't think of a better duo to do so School librarians will find Hacking School Libraries such an amazing read and resource in so many ways. The hacks found in this book are terrific for any grade level and will help guide librarians to make a difference in their library, school, and community -Shannon McClintock Miller, Teacher Librarian and Iowa Future Ready Librarian Spokesperson

Authors Kristina Holzweiss and Stony Evans are two of the most respected thought leaders and practitioners in the school library field. Their book, Hacking School Libraries, is an essential resource for any modern-day library media specialist. It is filled with actionable tips and strategies that anyone can easily implement tomorrow. -Laura Fleming, Library Media Specialist, bestselling author of Worlds of Making and The Kickstart Guide to Making Great Makerspaces Grab Hacking School Libraries today, and incorporate library media centers into your learning community tomorrow.

Never run out of activity ideas again with this book of 100 kid-tested, child-centered activities. Recipes and formulas stimulate creativity, critical thinking, and fun. They work solo or in groups and fill rainy days with hands-on activities. Librarians, teachers, and adult family members will appreciate their connection to broad areas of learning, including STEAM and the language arts. Recipes can travel the globe and be enjoyed by people from a variety of cultures and countries. And they won't be outgrown - there's plenty for children to create as they progress in both age and interests.

Libraries have always been more than just buildings filled with books; they are dynamic centers of learning, community engagement, and cultural preservation. As public library directors, you are entrusted with the responsibility of guiding these institutions through an ever-evolving landscape, ensuring that they remain vital and accessible to all members of the community. The role of a library director is complex, requiring a delicate balance of leadership, management, and vision. This handbook, Mastering Library Leadership: A Handbook for Public Library Directors, is designed to be your companion on this journey, offering practical advice, strategic insights, and the tools necessary to excel in this pivotal role.

Over the years, the challenges faced by public libraries have grown more intricate. The digital revolution, shifting demographic trends, and evolving community needs have all added new layers to the responsibilities of library directors. Yet, these challenges also present unprecedented opportunities for innovation and growth. This handbook is crafted with the understanding that today's library directors must be both stewards of tradition and champions of change. Whether you are a new director stepping into this role for the first time, or a seasoned leader looking to refine your skills, this guide aims to equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed to lead your library effectively.

The chapters within this book cover a broad spectrum of topics, from strategic planning and financial management to community engagement and facility oversight. Each chapter is designed to be a standalone resource, allowing you to dive into the topics most relevant to your needs. However, taken together, they form a comprehensive roadmap for successful library leadership.

As you read through this handbook, you will find that the principles of leadership we discuss are not just theoretical; they are grounded in the real-world experiences of library directors from across the country. The strategies and best practices shared here have been tested and proven in a variety of library settings, ensuring that they are applicable to libraries of all sizes and contexts.

Our hope is that Mastering Library Leadership will serve as a valuable resource throughout your career, providing you with the insights and tools needed to navigate the complexities of your role with confidence. As you work to create a library that is responsive, innovative, and inclusive, we encourage you to view this handbook not just as a guide, but as a source of inspiration and support.

A Practical Study Guide For New Or Busy Managers In Libraries And Other Information Agencies

Learn Management Skills for Libraries and Information Agencies By Dr. Bob Pymn provides a concise, practical workbook to support busy managers. It is intended for those on the front lines, facing the challenge of supervising a busy work environment but aware they need to delve a little deeper into management issues to gain a broader understanding of why some approaches work and some do not. It is a basic introduction to established management principles and practices for library students and for library and information agency staff embarking on their first supervisory roles.

The author covers management functions; operational, strategic and event planning; human resource management including team building and managing change; financial and marketing management; security issues; and managing self. Ample use is made of scenarios, often based on real life incidents, to illustrate useful management skills or how to apply management theory to a particular situation. Included are plentiful, clear explanations, examples and practice exercises.

Learn Management Skills for Libraries and Information Agencies is one of the study guides in the Learn Library Skills series. Details of each publication are in the back of this book, or visit the publisher website for more information.

Dr. Bob Pymm is an adjunct senior lecturer in the School of Information Studies at Charles Sturt University, Australia. He retired from his full time position in 2015 following a career in teaching and working in the LIS field, during which time Bob managed Cataloguing and Collection Development departments in a large national institution. He taught for over 25 years at both college and university level and brings a broad range of practical and academic experience to the teaching of supervisory and management skills in our field.

A Practical Study Guide for Learning Every Aspect of Dewey Decimal Classification (Edition 23)
his combined text and workbook covers the theories and principles of DDC's 23rd edition and then offers immediate practice in putting the information to use. Plentiful, clear explanations, examples and practice exercises illustrate every aspect of DDC and help students master creating DDC numbers.

The Learn Dewey Decimal Classification (edition 23) international edition follows the style and format of earlier editions, with new and revised exercises that incorporate the changes in DDC's 23rd edition. It covers principles of classifying with DDC, components and organization of the Dewey Decimal Classification, finding numbers in the schedules, building numbers using each of the Tables, and number building by adding from the schedules.

The book also includes a chapter on WebDewey; a glossary that defines technical terms in simple language, and an index. The concluding chapter consists of 150 number-building exercises for extra practice, making this an ideal resource for classroom teachers.

Learn Dewey Decimal Classification (edition 23) is a practical, easy to use study tool for all library students and staff who need to be familiar with the basics of DDC.

Learn Dewey Decimal Classification (edition 23) is one of the study guides in the Learn Library Skills Series. Details of each publication are in the back of this book, or visit the publisher website for more information.

Learn how librarians can positively effect change in areas like digital equity and inclusiveness, while creating powerful programming for middle and high school students.

Developing programs for learners can be an ongoing challenge for librarians - especially first-year librarians. Current books on the topic primarily focus on makerspaces or read alouds, and are aimed at elementary school grades, with a surface-level approach. This book addresses deeper issues that librarians face, while illustrating how to serve teens and tweens specifically by offering programming relevant to their lives.

The authors offer practical ideas for developing effective programming through collaborating with the community to develop and implement programs, connecting programs to ISTE Standards and curriculum, and addressing curricular and socio-emotional needs. They also share practical advice on budgeting and funding to support programs, scheduling, maximizing the use of technology to aid in programming and much more. The book also explores ways library programs can have a positive impact on school culture, such as addressing the digital divide, inclusion and cultural relevance.

This book:

• Discusses why programming is critical and covers how to develop library programs that are inclusive, culturally relevant and beneficial for students transitioning from high school to college.
• Shows how library programming aligns with American Association of School Librarians (AASL), Future Ready Librarians framework and the ISTE Standards.
• Provides checklists and templates to help readers develop their own programming ideas and lesson plans.
• Offers guidance on building consensus from various stakeholders and involving students, faculty and community in the development of programs.
• Shares stories from librarians in K-12 and higher education, addressing how they design their programs and offer career and educational paths for students.

Programming for teens and young adults is a catalyst for learning and exploration. The activities and learning experiences shared in this book will empower librarians and deepen student learning.

Audience: Middle and high school librarians, tween and teen public librarians, first-year experience librarians.

A Practical Workbook For Learning Every Aspect of Library of Congress Classification
Plentiful, clear explanations and practice exercises illustrate every aspect of Library of Congress Classification and help students master creating LCC numbers. This 2007 revision of the first edition, published in 2000, includes updated text; examples and exercises that correspond with the latest print schedules and tables; a new chapter on Classification Web; a glossary that defines technical terms in simple language; and an index.

Both professionals and paraprofessionals can brush up their classification skills.The authors offer a lesson-by-lesson approach with exercises to practice and test your skills. They cover the structure of the LC classification system, how to build a call number, classification tables, the electronic version of the schedules and shelving.
American Libraries review of the first edition

Recommended for professionals and paraprofessionals seeking professional development, students wanting to supplement their courses with practical applications, and library schools offering distance learning courses in cataloging.
Library Journal review of first edition

Learn Library Congress Classification is one of nine study guides in the Library Education Series. Please see the back of this book for a complete listing, or visit www.totalrecallpress.com for more information.

A Practical Workbook for Learning Library of Congress Subject Headings

Learn Library of Congress subject access covers the skills necessary for a subject cataloger in a library or information agency, whether at a professional or a paraprofessional level. It is suitable for use by librarianship students, and for those studying subject cataloging by themselves as part of their continuing professional development. Since most catalogs provide some subject access, it is important for all library students and most library staff to be familiar with at least the basics of subject cataloging.

This book introduces students to the concepts of subject analysis and subject description. It provides practical guidance on identifying important topics and allocating appropriate terms to describe them. Since Library of Congress subject headings (LCSH) is the most widely used subject headings list worldwide, the main focus of the book is on effectively using this scheme. A mastery of Library of Congress subject headings will assist catalogers using any subject headings scheme.

This first international edition of Learn Library of Congress subject access builds on previous Australian and North American editions, with a broader range of exercises and more information on chronological, geographic and name headings. A new chapter explains the features of Library of Congress' online product, Classification Web, and how it can be used for efficiently searching LCSH.

Throughout the text there are exercises to practise and test new skills, with answers for self-checking at the back of the book. You may not always agree completely with the answers given, and it is useful to check them with a teacher or experienced cataloger. Always bear in mind that there is often room for more than one interpretation or emphasis, particularly in the area of subject analysis.

LCSH is continually updated to include new concepts and incorporate revisions to existing headings. Answers to exercises reflect current practices as recorded in the 37th (2015) edition of Library of Congress subject headings and the online version of the Subject headings manual. Your answers may vary slightly if other editions of the scheme are used. Throughout the text, references have been made to relevant sections of the Subject headings manual by way of the section numbers-e.g., Free-Floating Subdivisions (H 1095).

Note on Spelling and Capitalization
This book is used in North America, Europe and Australasia, across countries that employ different spelling conventions for English words. For consistency, American spelling has been adopted for the text.

Titles included in the text are capitalized according to standard library cataloging practice-that is, apart from names, only the first word of the title has a capital letter. This is intended to accustom library students and staff to this style.

A Practical Study Guide For Beginning Work In A Library Or Other Information Agency

This combination text and workbook describes skills needed by anyone beginning work in a library or other information agency. Written by international librarians who are library educators, it addresses the key areas of library work.

Among the topics discussed are: the types of materials collected by libraries; bibliographic information; copy cataloging; circulation systems; interlibrary loans; acquisition and processing of materials; collection maintenance; shelving; filing; damage; and inventory. Learn Basic Library Skills covers the changes that new technologies and new standards have brought to the library environment, with expanded coverage to show what is happening in libraries across the world.

The abundance of examples and practice exercises help the reader master the skills needed for working in all types of libraries, including public, school, college, corporate, government and special libraries.

Learn Basic Library Skills is suitable for newly qualified librarians or those at the paraprofessional and volunteer level, as it clearly explains the basic skills of library work and how they can be applied. It can also be used as a manual for anyone developing or maintaining a collection, either for a special interest group like a church or historical society, or to organize personal materials.

Learn Basic Library Skills is one of the study guides in the Learn Library Skills Series. Details of each publication are in the back of this book, or visit the publisher website for more information.

This practical resource for secondary school librarians offers guidance for collaborating with teachers and students to develop inquiry-based research projects.

With success stories from librarians all over the U.S. illustrating how they've guided teachers and students through the research process, this book provides strategies for using memorable events to activate students' natural curiosity and activities for generating essential questions for exploration.

The book includes:

• Ideas and resources to help librarians be more effective in research and inquiry.
• Tips for developing search strategies, locating and curating resources, evaluating sources and celebrating students' inquiry beyond the traditional research paper.
• Lessons and assessment ideas to keep librarians current on information literacy topics.

Written for librarians by a librarian, this book will help librarians collaborate with classroom teachers on inquiry projects and offers new ideas and insights to inspire them in the process.

Audience: 6-12 school librarians

This Beautiful Workbook pack contains 45 words for second grade students to practice and learn essential sight word skills. This word pack can be used in whole or small group instruction, guided practice, or independent practice. They are perfect for homeschool morning work too . The Little One Will Have So Much Fun, They Won't Even Know They Are Learning.
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Why You Will Love This Book:

♥ Will Be Getting Ready In this sight word pack, you'll find each sight word includes these activities:
1. Color the word
2. Trace the word
3. Find and circle the word
4. Cut the word letters
5. Paste the sight word
♥ This learning activity book is geared to boys and girls aged from 6-8 years old but it is suitable for any child who shows interest in writing.
♥ Help your kids enjoy learning and be successful in school and life Watch with pride as your young writer grasps new skills and finds the confidence to use them.
♥ Makes a Wonderful Gift. Know someone who would like to learn new words and write them? Make them smile by getting them a copy .
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Stymied by the amount of material in your backlog? Wondering where to start? Project Management for Archivists offers simple, step-by-step instructions on taking control of your inventory. From archival accessioning to handling born-digital collections, the methods in this little handbook will help you systematically master your work.

You will learn from a seasoned archivist and project manager how to create inventories, define baseline standards, and develop useful documents to track progress. Best of all, examples of checklists and workflows are included for easy reference. This is one resource that any archivist will want to keep close at hand.

It's been said that writing is one of-if not-the best exercise for a child's developing brain.

Some advantages that one gains with early writing include learning to make meaning or expressing ideas in text, developing their fine motor skills, strengthening their hand-eye coordination, as well as many other opportunities to develop your child's emergent literacy capacities.

The best part about this book is that with every stroke and completed letter, your child feels success. Continuous success helps build confidence in their own abilities.
When they feel they can achieve things on their own, they feel nurtured and safe. This creates the perfect learning environment for them, and therein lies The Joy of Writing

This letter only alphabet practice book is the perfect building block for helping your child achieve their full potential.

Writing has never been this fun, simple, and easy
Practice writing the letter over 100 times per letter case That's over 200 times per letter

Each letter case (Uppercase and Lowercase) is divided into 3 parts:

- The first is the large trace page to familiarize your child with the letter.

- The second is the exercise trace page to practice repetition and instill recognition of the letter.

- The third is the D-I-Y (Do It Yourself) page to help them practice on their own without tracing.

This book is designed to create good writing habits from a young age, instill letter memory and recognition, letter spacing, sizing and so much more
Specially researched and formulated to assist children with special needs like ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), Autism, and Dyslexia by providing focused exercises and continuity with the amount of repetition of strokes that one can practice.
With 160+ pages of practice, this book will surely help your child develop strong motor skills, pencil control, and letter recognition.

This Book comes with:

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Handwriting Practice Workbook to trace numbers and Letters.
Help kids ages 2 to 5 learn to write and allow their practice on pencil control.
Big size Letters and numbers easy for toddler to trace.
With cute images children can easily learning to recognize each letter.

Step of the learning process
1. Tracing Lines and Curves
2. Tracing Numbers
3. Tracing Upper and Lowercase Big size and smaller size Letters

The chapters in this book share how practitioners teaching in library settings have evolved their personal pedagogies. Each chapter exposes the authors underlying values and beliefs, experiences and experiments, and what the authors have done to evolve their personal pedagogies. By revealing their stories, the book aims to inspire the reader to reflect upon their own beliefs, values, experiences, and wider pedagogical approaches, in order to write their own personal pedagogies.

It is particularly suitable for librarians and learning developers who teach in library settings, though it can of course translate to any of us who care about matching our pedagogies to our underlying values and beliefs around teaching and learning.

Most custodians arent taught the proper way of cleaning. This book will teach how to do the job properly so advancement is possible. Its a great tool for supervisors and managers in the custodial business.

Pervasive in our language use, overlooked in their power, metaphors offer a new way to think about information literacy instruction. This short book introduces metaphors as a creative approach to teaching information literacy by drawing on existing concepts and making instruction more meaningful to your learners. Starting with everyday metaphor use, readers will engage with how metaphors work, explore new and existing metaphors in information literacy, and draw connections to applications in the classroom.

This inspiring book invites librarians to rethink the library space and embrace the changing role of technology, with suggestions on how to transform how students learn in and use these spaces.

With the advent of modern technologies and the rise of participatory and active learning pedagogy, the traditional school library model is no longer as effective as it once was. Now more than ever, it is vital to cultivate and transform these spaces to create positive learning experiences for students.

Reimagining Library Spaces addresses these realities, offering the guidance you need to make smart and efficient updates to your library space that encourage the use of technology to improve student learning.

This book includes:

• Tips and strategies for transforming your outdated library space on a small budget.
• How-to's for addressing the challenges and opportunities brought about by the changing role of technology, including collaborative learning labs, makerspaces and ways to support BYOD.
• Practical suggestions for finding ideas to improve your space, inventory your library and survey your community.

Amazing things can happen when school librarians are willing to take the risks and the initiative to reimagine their library spaces with their students' success in mind. In this book, you'll go on a journey to reimagine your space so you can make it the best possible library for your students.

Audience: K-12 school librarians, administrators, district leaders