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Using the Library Catalog

Use the HIP catalog to search for books and magazines by keyword, title, author, subject, or series.

From school:
Select the desktop icon that looks like a bookworm, it may say Bright HIP or Library Catalog.


You can view your account using the HIP and see what you have checked out with due dates.
1. On the main HIP page, click the tab “My Account.”
2. When prompted, enter your ID number (lunch number).
3. You will see an account overview. Click “Checked Out” to see your items and their due dates.
4. Click “Holds” to see what books you have on hold and where you are in line.

Use the HIP to place a hold, this means you are waiting in line to read a book that is checked out.
1. Search for book you want to check out.
2. Click “Request Item.”  Do NOT click “Add to My List” - it won’t work.
3. When prompted, enter your ID number (lunch number).
4. Click "Request" until the "Request Confirmation" screen appears.  You do not need to enter comments.
5. If you check your account, the book will now appear on the “Holds” screen.  The number will tell you how many people are in front of you in line.  When the book is available the library will email your teacher.

Find ideas for what to read next using the HIP.  Click the top tab that says "Good Books" and use the listed links.
 
The HIP can help with your homework!  Click the "Research Tools" tab for access to databases.  A database is a collection of fact-checked information organized for effective searching.  View the Database Handout for details and passwords.
 



Related Files

    pdf Database Handout (pdf file)
    View the handout for access information and passwords.

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Related Links
    100 Picture Books Everyone Should Know
    100 Picture Books Everyone Should Know is a list sponsored by the New York Public Library. This list contains fantastic picture books, both old and new, to try today. Follow the link to see the list.

    Kids Reads
    Go to Kids Reads to find lots of great ideas for what to read next, complete with trivia and author information too.

    Storyline Online
    Visit Storyline Online to watch videos of actors reading favorite books for kids.

    Teaching Books
    Visit Teaching Books to find book guides, watch exclusive videos from authors and illustrators, and read book excerpts online.

    Tumble Books
    Visit Tumble Books for audio books and chapter books you can read online. Log-in to use the Tumble Reader to explore new books and try fun quizzes. See your teacher or librarian for the password.





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