Library Handbook - Frontier School Division

n Audio-Visual Software— Kits, Videos, DVDs , etc.
Schools are encouraged to build a balanced collection of A.V. resources where budget allows.
The cost of the A.V. software should not exceed 20% of the library budget.
The general selection criteria for audio-visual materials follows the general outline for books
and other materials except that all A.V. software with the exception of dubbed videocassettes
must be previewed before purchase.
o Maps
The library will purchase sheet maps to supplement those found in atlases and other books.
p Professional Materials
Part of the budget, to a maximum of 5% is devoted to building and maintaining a professional
collection specifically for the staff. These materials will be purchased by the library staff on
recommendation by individual members of the staff, or by subject departments. The criteria for
evaluation, generally follows that outlined. However, since this is a special collection for the
staff, their recommendations will be the major criteria for the inclusion.
Professional materials are not limited as to form and may include serials, books and audiovisual
materials. The library will not necessarily purchase all recommended materials and
emphasis will be placed on a balanced collection. Consideration should be given to the
availability of materials from other sources (e.g. Central Office, Manitoba Education Library,
etc.)
q Gifts
Gifts of books and other materials are accepted by the library with the understanding that they
are not necessarily to be added to the collection, but they may be disposed of by standard
procedures outlined in the Selection Handbook.
EXCLUSION OF MATERIALS
a Rare Books
Rare books that have become collector’s items will not be purchased as such. However, out-ofprint
books about Manitoba history, minerals, agriculture, industry and flora and fauna will be
purchased whenever available at a reasonable price.
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