Daily Archives: November 23, 2009

The Maureen Hayes Award

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Guest Contributor

“What was this writer thinking?!” “Would you like to ask the writer yourself?” Maureen Hayes knew the importance of bringing children and author/illustrator together and the impact it can have on their lives. In 2005 the Maureen Hayes Author/Illustrator Visit … Continue reading →

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The Penguin Young Reader’s Group Award

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Guest Contributor

If you’ve never been to ALA Annual Conference, apply today for the Penguin Young Readers Group Award! This award, made possible by an annual gift from the Penguin Young Readers Group, enables up to four children’s librarians to attend their … Continue reading →

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ALSC/BWI Summer Reading Program Grant

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Call for applications! The ALSC/BWI Summer Reading Program Grant is designed to encourage reading programs for children in a public library by providing financial assistance of $3,000, while recognizing ALSC members for outstanding program development. The application is easy to … Continue reading →

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