Daily Archives: December 22, 2008

The Best Book You Ever Got (and the Worst?)

Posted on December 22, 2008 by Kiera Parrott

I’ve been thinking a lot this week about the best books to buy my relatives (and thus procrastinating before actually having to venture out onto the bitterly cold and jam-packed city streets of New York).  I’ve made a list of … Continue reading →

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The 2009 Youth Media Awards

Posted on December 22, 2008 by admin

Join thousands as ALA, ALSC and YALSA unveil the best of the best in children’s and young adult literature and media.  The American Library Association (ALA) will provide a free live Webcast of its national announcement of the top books and media for … Continue reading →

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What I Wasn’t Taught in Library School: Library 911

Posted on December 22, 2008 by admin

I wish I had gone into my school librarian position knowing how to mend those popular and cheaply-made books!  Sure, I could build wikis, create student podcasts and collaborate to meet curriculum standards… but I didn’t know a thing about … Continue reading →

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