 | Does the book meet a particular need in our library? |
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| Is the material true to biblical teachings and/or the
doctrinal positions of First Lutheran Church? |
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| Is the subject matter treated accurately, clearly,
fairly and interestingly? |
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| Is the book appropriate for the age or interest group
for which it is intended? |
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| Is the author qualified to write on this subject? |
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| Does the publisher have a good reputation in this
field? |
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| Is the book’s physical makeup –binding, paper quality,
print size, margins, etc. satisfactory? |
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| Are the illustrations professional and appropriate to
the text and age level? |
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| Is the vocabulary and writing style effective for the
intended reader? |
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| Are the contents up-to-date? |
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| Does the book have current appeal? |
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| Does the book have lasting value? |
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| Does it contribute to an overall balance of subject
material? |
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| Has it received good reviews? |
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| Is the book included on a recommended book list such as
those published annually by several Christian magazines? |
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| Does the cost allow its purchase without eliminating
something needed more? |
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| Is the book the best choice we can make in the field? |
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| Will the people who use our library use the material? |
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