Category Archives: Web site

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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My (Current) Favorite Websites

Posted on February 9, 2013 by ALSC Children and Technology committee

The websites I use to do my job are as varied as the questions I get asked at the youth services reference desk, so the list of my favorite websites is a moving target. Beyond the tried and true sites … Continue reading →

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The Pink Aisle Invaded My Library

Posted on October 13, 2012 by ALSC Children and Technology committee

As you may have heard, getting women into STEM careers is a major concern these days. From 2008-2018, projected job growth is 17% for science, technology, engineering, and math fields, versus 9.8% for other fields. However, as of 2009, STEM … Continue reading →

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Apptastic Resources

Posted on September 8, 2012 by ALSC Children and Technology committee

How do you decide which apps to purchase? With limited time and budgets, many youth librarians are looking to app review sites and other sources to help them decide which apps are worth giving a try and possibly adding to … Continue reading →

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Khan Academy

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Heather Acerro

I love it when I find something that is good for me AND my customers. I recently discovered the Khan Academy. Khan Academy is free, fun, educational and totally awesomely wonderful. The site contains over 2,600 videos on math, physics, … Continue reading →

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Did YOU Feel the Love?

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Mary Voors

Did you feel the love this past week? It was National Library Week and it seemed like every time I turned on my computer/TV, or picked up a newspaper/magazine, I saw more pieces celebrating libraries and librarians. I gotta tell … Continue reading →

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Show Your Support with an ALSC Button

Posted on January 5, 2011 by admin

Claim your button! We’ve recently add our own buttons (or widgets) to our blog that give you the opporunity to help support ALSC. What are we talking about? These little things: and Like our buttons? You’re welcome to help yourself. … Continue reading →

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New Great Web Sites for Kids

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Mary Voors

If you’re like me, you love learning about excellent web sites which you can explore and use with kids or suggest to their parents and teachers.  To help with this, ALSC has added more recommended websites to the Great Web … Continue reading →

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