A SCKLS member library is eligible to request collection development support.  SCKLS subscribes to  EBSCO HW Wilson Core Collections and can make information from them available to your library at no charge. Core Collections are impartial, authoritative guides that help librarians build and maintain well-rounded collections of the most highly recommended reference, nonfiction and fiction books. Core Collections includes four recommendation levels to help you make informed decisions on which books your library should buy, repurchase or weed. 

Children's Core Collection

A collection development and curriculum support resource for anyone who works with children’s books.

Graphic Novels Core Collection

Especially useful as librarians build graphic novel collections.

Fiction Core Collection

For libraries of all sizes and types navigating the vast adult fiction market.

Middle & Junior High Core Collection

A resource for anyone who works with middle grade books.

Nonfiction Core Collection

Provides guidance for adult nonfiction collections including plays and poetry. 

Senior High Core Collection

Covers young adult books and adult books with teen appeal, making it perfect for anyone who works with young adult literature collections.

Core Collections also complements NoveList (https://library.ks.gov/Novelist) in supporting readers’ advisory.

Click here to fill out the Collection Development Core Collections Request Form.