Parts of a Book

Front

What is the term for the series of numbers or letters located on the spine label that helps you locate books on the library shelves?

Back

call number

Front

What is an alphabetical list of all the topics in a book and the page numbers for each topic called?

Back

index

Front

What do we call the outside of the front and back of a book?

Back

cover

Front

What is the removable paper cover that protects the book's cover called?

Back

dust jacket

Front

What is an alphabetical list of vocabulary words and their definitions at the back of a book called?

Back

glossary

Front

What is the purpose of a call number in a library?

Back

To help locate books on the library shelves.

Front

What information can you find in the index of a book?

Back

An alphabetical list of topics and their corresponding page numbers.

Front

What materials are typically used for a book cover?

Back

Cardboard, paper, or cloth.

Front

Why is a dust jacket important for a book?

Back

It protects the book's cover and often contains promotional information.

Front

Where would you typically find a glossary in a book?

Back

At the back of the book.