What Is a Call Number?

A call number
is a group of numbers and/or letters
put together to tell you
where in the library
to find your book.

A call number is located
at the bottom of the book on the spine.
It helps you to find your books quicker.
Once you've got your call number
from the card catalog,
it's time to go find your book!

This is where a
call number is located:

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Review

Difference
Between
FIC and NF

How FIC and NF
are shelved

What is a call number?

L to R/
T to B

What does a
FICTION
call number
look like?

What does a
NONFICTION
call number
look like?

Here's something to remember:
Don't let it confuse you, but just because it's a call number doesn't mean it has numbers!  Some call numbers are made up of letters.
We'll show you some examples later.

Turn the page to learn how books are placed on the shelf.