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Category Archives: Call to Action
My Summer Reading Club Resolutions
Why should resolutions only be made at the beginning of the new year? The ball doesn’t need to drop in Times Square for us to make some changes in how we approach our work. I’ve decided to make some resolutions … Continue reading
Posted in Blogger Meg Smith, Call to Action, Summer Reading
Tagged Blogger Meg Smith, Resolutions, Summer Reading Club
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Come in, The Council Water is Fine!
This past month, I finished my first full term as Wisconsin’s Chapter Councilor on the ALA Council. It has been a great adventure and I can hardly wait for the next two years of services as I continue my term. … Continue reading
Posted in Call to Action, Guest Blogger, Other ALA Divisions/Programs
Tagged ALA Council, Leadership
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Defending the Puppets: It’s as Easy as Your ABCs
“Oh, how sweet,” said the person I had just met. “You have a background in children’s services. It must be nice to play around with puppets all day.” This off-hand comment really struck a chord with me. Yes, … Continue reading
Posted in Blogger Meg Smith, Books, Call to Action, Child Advocacy, Partnerships
Tagged advocacy, Blogger Meg Smith, books, collaboration
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Defend the Freedom to Read: It’s Everybody’s Job
No doubt you ensure that kids have access to books on every topic under the sun. You must celebrate Banned Books Week with a nice display of And Tango Makes Three, In the Night Kitchen and Sylvester and the … Continue reading
The Power of Eight Simple Words
It’s easy to focus on those rare but disheartening comments from parents we hear on occasion as youth services librarians. “No, I’ll let you check out a DVD today but no more books.” “You’ve already read that before. Pick a … Continue reading
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Tagged Blogger Meg Smith, call to action, communication
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Words can hurt–books can help.
It’s a sad reality–children with and without disabilities are often the target of name-calling and bullying in our schools and in our communities. That’s why the No Name-Calling Week campaign is important. By providing tools and inspiration, this project kick-starts dialogue about ways to … Continue reading
In the Spirit of Giving
On this Christmas Eve, our libraries may be filled with a variety of holiday decorations, but the spirit of the season extends beyond the trim and tinsel. It’s fitting to focus on how this giving spirit relates to our … Continue reading
It’s Time to Say “Thank You!”
Think of all the people you know who choose to make a positive impact on kids. Teachers, bus drivers, nurses, cafeteria workers, tutors, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, doctors, crossing guards, social workers, foster parents, and yes, children’s librarians, are some … Continue reading
