Selection Criteria

Falcon Ridge Media Center Selection Policy follows the MCPS guidelines available online at: http://www.mcps.k12.md.us/curriculum/science/forms/iibra.pdf

In addition, I choose materials based on the following criteria:

Is the book an American Library Association award winner?
(Michael L. Printz, Margaret A. Edwards, ALA Notable Lists are some of the awards examined)
Is the material free of gender and multicultural bias and stereotypes?
How will the material compliment our diverse, multicultural collection?
Does the material contribute to a student's learning?
Is the readability appropriate for Falcon Ridge?
Is the material age-appropriate for Falcon Ridge?
Does this material fill a need in our media center?
Has a student or teacher requested this material?
Is the binding of the book tough enough for students?
Is the author one of those whom students love?
Has the book received positive reviews in School Library Journal, Voice of Youth Advocates, Booklist, on Carol Hurst’s Literature Site or in another authoritative review journal?
Are the elements of the book well constructed?
plot, theme, setting, character, style and point of view
Is the cover appealing?
Does the book acquaint students with our rich, diverse literary heritage?
Has the material been previewed by a staff member or the Media Specialist?

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