Wrap Up

When I first started this challenge it was almost overwhelming.  I was a bit late signing up, so I was behind when I began.  I didn't see how I would ever catch up and complete all the assignments!  But here we are, at the end already!  There were a few frustrations, but on the whole, exploring the databases was fun!

Perhaps the biggest discovery for me was the variety of information available.  It was so easy to get distracted from my assignment and go looking at other things!  I am reminded of the Family Circus cartoon where the little boy has to go from point A to point B.  Instead of going in a straight line, you see his footprints going in a circuitous route all over the page.  That's me with these databases!  I kept forgetting my mission and going off on other tangents!

I have used World Book with students who have come for library tours.  I will continue to do that, but will also make it a point to show them other databases as well.  World Book and SIRS Discoverer have some features I can use with library programs. 

I will also these databases myself when I need information.  I don't how it is with other families, but my relatives regard me as their personal reference librarian and frequently call with questions.  Now I have a new source for answers! 

This Challenge has been a challenge!  But it's been a lot of fun too.  Thank You!