Did you know: some libraries use systems other than Dewey because of the specific type of books or items in their collections. There are libraries that house nothing but stuffed samples of animals for scientists to study. Others that have books only about art and artists. What kind of systems do you think these special collections might use? What would you suggest?

Do-it-yourself: Think of a classification system for organizing your collection of books at home. Think of one for organizing your toy collection. Think of one for organizing your clothes closet.