The Library: A Place For Discovery.

Shows the efforts of a group of middle-grade students who write and present a puppet skit to their social studies class, after gathering their information from libraries. Illustrates the various jobs at which the students work, using a number of materials, book and non-book, and the variety of services available for the asking at their public library, school library, and their home libraries. Includes conversations with librarians, teacher, parents, and the students regarding their reference work. Ends with the presentation of the puppet skit to the class., Highlights the services, materials, and resources of public and school libraries. The film shows how to use the card catalog, find books on the shelves, and use the vertical files for pictures. Shows the efforts of a group of middle-grade students who write and present a puppet skit to their social studies class, after gathering their information from libraries. Illustrates the various jobs at which the students work, using a number of materials, book and non-book, and the variety of services available for the asking at their public library, school library, and their home libraries. Includes conversations with librarians, teachers, parents, and the students regarding their reference work. Ends with the presentation of the puppet skit to the class.