In a message dated 95-09-25 01:36:08 EDT, you write: >are numbered so they are tracked. But does >anyone have policies that say what can and can not be acquired for >hands-on use? >Mary Ames B. Sheret Hello from the Association of Youth Museums. We have a back issue of our journal, Hand to Hand, (Volume 5, No. 4) that addresses the issue of educational collections. The Children's Museum associated with your Society is a member and may have this back issue. The contact name is Amelia Chamberlain. If not, a copy can be ordered for $20 for members. Please give me a call with any questions. Sincerely, Mary Clancy Haack Association Assistant Association of Youth Museums (202) 466-4144 phone 1775 K St., NW Suite 595 Washington, DC 20006 [log in to unmask]