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Be a Library Detective! Print out this sheet and bring it with you to your next visit to the Tompkins County Public Library. Use the clues below to discover all the great things you can find at your

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1. Start by familiarizing yourself with the library's layout and organization system. This will help you navigate through the library more efficiently and locate resources quickly.
2. Learn how to effectively use the library's catalog and search tools. Understanding how to search for books, articles, and other materials using keywords, authors, or titles will enhance your detective skills.
3. Develop good observation skills. Pay attention to details such as bookshelves, shelves with missing books, misplaced items, or any unusual behavior within the library. These observations can provide valuable clues.
4. Sharpen your research skills. Knowing how to efficiently gather information from various sources, such as books, databases, or online resources, will be essential in solving library mysteries.
5. Take notes and document your findings. Keeping track of important information, such as book call numbers, page numbers, or bibliographic information, will help you revisit clues later on or share them with others.
6. Collaborate and communicate with librarians and library staff. They are often knowledgeable about the library's resources and can provide guidance or assistance in solving library mysteries.
7. Be curious and persistent. Seeking answers to questions and investigating further when faced with uncertainties will help you become a successful library detective.

Who needs to be a library detective:

1. Students: Being a library detective can greatly benefit students by improving their research skills, helping them find relevant resources for assignments or projects, and enhancing their overall academic performance.
2. Researchers: Whether in academia or in the professional world, researchers often rely on libraries to access a wide range of information. Being a library detective can assist researchers in locating specialized materials or tracking down hard-to-find sources.
3. Librarians: While librarians are already experts in managing library resources, being a library detective can further hone their skills in effectively assisting patrons, finding missing items, or organizing materials more efficiently.
4. Book enthusiasts: For avid readers, being a library detective can be a fun and rewarding hobby. It allows book lovers to explore different genres, discover hidden gems, and become more familiar with the literary world.
5. Writers and authors: Authors often require extensive research for their writing projects. Becoming a library detective can provide them with the necessary tools and resources to gather information, fact-check, or find inspiration for their work.

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