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How do I get a library card?	Your school ID badge is your school library card.
How do I look up a book?	Use Meriwether, our online catalog. [Click here to learn how.]
How many books can I check out?	How many do you need? If you need more than 2 or 3, talk to the librarian about extending your checkout limits.
How long can I borrow a book?	Fiction books – 2 weeks Nonfiction books – 2 weeks Reference books, Atlases, Encyclopedias, Dictionaries – 24 hours or overnight
How many times can I renew a book?	Twice – that means you can borrow it for 2 weeks, renew it once for 2 more weeks, then renew it again for another 2 weeks. That’s a total of 6 weeks. Renewing your book is always better than keeping it until it’s way overdue.
What is the fine for late books?	There are no fines for late books. The due date is stamped in the back of your book. Remember that other students would like to read your book, so please return it on time or renew it if you’re not finished.
May I borrow a book from another school?	Yes. Ask the librarian to help you with interlibrary loan.
What if my book gets damaged?	Please do not repair books. Let the librarian do that because she has special tape and glue. If it can't be repaired, you will have to pay to replace it.
What if I lose my book?	Sometimes books are misplaced. If your library book is missing, check with the librarian - often your book has been found and returned by someone! If a book is really lost, ask the librarian for the price, pay for it, and clear your record promptly.

May I use the library computers?

Yes! Students can use the library computers for 2 reasons:

1. Looking up books in the Meriwether Catalog. [Click here to learn how.]

2. Doing research using the databases on the Library Resources Page. [Click here to learn how.]

May I use the Internet?

YES! But first, please review the Acceptable Use Policy which you signed at the beginning of the schoolyear.

May I print stuff?

Printing is reserved only for research and homework assignments. Check with the librarian first before you print.

Search for materials by Title, Author, Subject, Keyword, or Series Title.

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Meriwether contains books, eBooks, websites, and AV materials.

Use these databases for all your research needs...from 1st grade to professional level

Ebsco	Magazines & journals for all ages = elementary to professional level. Current events, newspapers, biographies, pros & cons, literary criticisms & novel recommendations, professional journals.
Facts on File	Careers, science, health, geography, American history, multicultural history, biographies. States & Countries: Maps, flags, photos, articles, statistics.
ABC-CLIO	American government and history, State geography, World geography and history, Ancient civilizations. Provides articles, photos, graphics, timelines, charts, maps, speeches, primary documents, political cartoons, short videos, biographies, chronologies, essays, quotes, statistics.
Teen Health and Wellness	A ground-breaking database that is the first to completely focus on the medical health and emotional needs of teenagers.
Teaching Books	Original, in-studio movies of authors & illustrators, audio excerpts of professional book readings, guides to thousands of titles & a wealth of multimedia resources on children's & young adult literature.
Tumble Books	Online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they'll love.
Encyclopedia Britannica	Encyclopedia Britannica in English y en español!
Discovery Education	Educational videos on all subjects.
Noodle Tools	Format and create a Works Cited in a few easy steps.