Category Archives: Guest Blogger

Budget Tips for the New Manager

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Guest Contributor

So you’ve landed your dream job—congratulations! It won’t be long before you discover that there will be dozens of projects and materials vying for your funds. Here’s a handy tip sheet that may help you get started: 1.      Set your … Continue reading →

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Family Crafting and Writing for Early Literacy

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Guest Contributor

When we present ECRR-based storytimes, we demonstrate five everyday practices that are important for children’s cognitive, physical, and social development.  These practices- Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play- promote brain, gross and fine motor growth, the foundation upon which children’s future … Continue reading →

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CLA Conference and Innovations in Children’s Services

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Guest Contributor

The Connecticut Library Association’s annual conference had several wonderful programs for children’s services this year.  I have attended for several years and feel this was the best yet. When I left I was so energized by what I saw and … Continue reading →

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Advocate for Yourself and Your Education to get the Most out of Your Practicum Experience

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Guest Contributor

Advocate for yourself and your education by making the staff at your practicum aware of your strengths and enthusiasm for learning,  and by asking questions and offering to help out, allowing you to observe and learn new skills. My practicum, … Continue reading →

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Tips for the Traveling Librarian

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Guest Contributor

Summer is the busiest time of year for youth services librarians.  Many travel between libraries and are juggling several different programs at once while maintaining regular job duties.  Even if you don’t travel between libraries, I have several tips on … Continue reading →

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Coming soon to your mailbox: The spring issue of Children and Libraries

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Guest Contributor

Get ready for your spring issue of Children and Libraries which you will find in your mailbox in early May. Julie Cummins is the guest editor for this special issue celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Caldecott Medal. Julie is … Continue reading →

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How I Learned to Write Grants Good and How You Can Too

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Guest Contributor

I started my professional career in the lowest-circulating branch of the Dallas Public Library, a small library in a geographically isolated low-income community.  I realized almost immediately that to bring more people into the library, I’d have to go outside … Continue reading →

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Publicity, from Flat Stanley to Facebook

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Guest Contributor

A tornado funnel cloud was forming over my desk on Monday. The Friday before, a patron had stopped by and asked, “Where’s your Facebook page? I can’t find your library on Facebook.” A Facebook page. The concept had been simmering … Continue reading →

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