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It should be noted that the "American Panorama" atlas will be a joint venture scheduled for 1982, taking advantage of the 1980 U.S. Census. Since this highly promising project will require a commitment to our co-publisher as of the summer of 1979, the staff will conduct further studies and prepare a prospectus for the Regents' review and approval in May.

Additionally, the staff has hired a consultant to study prospects for publishing children's books. The consultant, an expert in and thoroughly familiar with publishing for adolescent readers, will study opportunities in the field and will determine what unique role might be played by the Smithsonian. A proposal will likely be presented to the Regents at their May 1979 meeting.