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Monthly Archives: June 2012
ALA Annual Conference #ala12
Last week-end, many of us enjoyed beautiful weather in California while learning more about libraries, librarianship, and how to improve services to children. We also made time to visit the Exhibit Hall, network with colleagues, and celebrate quality children’s literature. … Continue reading
Posted in ALA Annual 2012, Blogger Mary R. Voors
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Movie Review: Disney/Pixar’s Brave
Although I usually write about book to film adaptations, this month I wanted to talk about a brand new story that I have fallen for completely. Merida. Oh, Merida. I love you so. I love your fiery bright red hair. … Continue reading
Music Makes the World Go Round
There has been a lot of conversation recently on listservs and social media about using music in programming, especially bilingual or multicultural programming. Music plays a big role in early literacy and language development and studies have shown that music … Continue reading
Last Minute #ala12 Advice
Is this your first ALA Annual Conference? Good for you! I still remember my first Annual Conference, both as a participant/student (Chicago, 2009) and a staff member (New Orleans, 2011). Even though I was working in New Orleans, the 2009 … Continue reading
Early Learning and Technology
Nurtureshock, by Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman, is a valuable resource for anyone who works with children. In it, the authors look at recent studies done about children through teens, particularly ones that challenge common wisdom. In the penultimate chapter, … Continue reading
Summer Reading Decorations
One of my favorite things to do for summer reading is art projects with my patrons. The past few years, I’ve been doubling up art projects with decorating for summer reading. We have a mural program to kick-off summer reading … Continue reading
Posted in Blogger Katie Salo, Summer Reading
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Walking the StoryWalk ™
About 6 months ago, I heard about this cool thing from my friend Kirsten Cappy at Curious City called StoryWalk. For those of you who did not click on the links, here’s the lowdown: a picture book is put, page … Continue reading
Notable Children’s Books Nominees – Summer 2012 #ala12
The ALSC Notable Children’s Books committee is charged with identifying the best of the best in children’s books. According to the Notables Criteria, “notable” is defined as: Worthy of note or notice, important, distinguished, outstanding. As applied to children’s books, … Continue reading
