Literacy Resource Center (LRC)

Location: ANNX-127

Hours (during Fall and Spring semesters): Tuesday: 9:30-3:00; Wednesday: 9:30-1:30; Thursday: 9:30-3:00

Contact:
Pam Brouwer, 219-989-1226
brouwer@calumet.purdue.edu

What is the LRC?

A children's literature library and resource center provided for elementary and secondary education students to explore and evaluate children's literature, as well as subscribe to services to help them grow their own libraries at home.

What's offered?

  • Children's literature in a variety of genres including: modern fantasy, traditional fantasy, realistic fiction, historical fiction, biography, informational, poetry, and multicultural
  • Leveled books
  • Teacher resource books
  • Big books
  • Puppets
  • Books on tape
  • Author packs
  • Multiple copy book sets
  • Chapter books for middle school
  • Monthly Scholastic book order forms - an economical way to grow your own library

All items can be checked out for up to 2 weeks. Please visit or contact Pam if you have any questions.

Department of Teacher Preparation

Gyte Annex, Room 151
2200 169th Street
Hammond, Indiana 46323-2094

Hours:
Monday - Thursday:
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Phone:
219-989-2360
1-800 HI-PURDUE, x.2360
Locally within Indiana & Illinois