Print Books, 2+ Authors (MLA)

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a specialized resource aimed at guiding students through the process of citing print books with multiple authors using the MLA citation style. At the top, the title “Print Books, 2+ Authors (MLA)” clearly indicates the worksheet’s focus, which is to teach students the proper format for bibliographic entries when books are written by two or more authors. It provides a structured template where students can input the necessary information for each author, preparing them for the intricacies of collaborative works.

In the template, there are multiple lines for the author’s last name and first name, accommodating up to four contributors, which is a common scenario in academic publications. Students are instructed to fill in the blanks for the authors’ names, the book title in italics, the city of publication, the publisher’s name, the year of publication, and the specific page number if needed, followed by the designation “Print.” to signify a physical book. Below this template is a section labeled “Write the Citation:”, where students can combine the information they’ve entered into a complete citation. This exercise is designed to promote attention to detail and familiarity with MLA conventions, such as the order of authors’ names, the use of commas, and the placement of periods. The worksheet’s layout is straightforward, encouraging focus and clarity, and it features a cartoon character to add an engaging visual element for students.