Tag Archives: Live Blogging

#ALSC12 Learning Curve

I stepped out for a few minutes yesterday to stroll down to the Indianapolis Public Library to check out their Children’s space, the Learning Curve. I am in love and have easily taken 100 pictures, chock full of ideas and … Continue reading

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Gary Paulsen Wows the Crowd at #ALSC2012

Gary Paulsen gave a great after-lunch talk today. He wasn’t afraid to tell it as it is, which gave his speech a rare honesty. It felt somewhat like sitting around a camp fire, listening to an old friend tell his … Continue reading

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#ALSC12 Why You Should Go!

This is my first time attending the #ALSC12 Institute and I am really enjoying it and learning a lot. For those who might wonder whether or not they should attend in the future, I thought I’d put together a list … Continue reading

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#ALSC12 Why is the ALSC Institute a Benefit?

2 things stand out to me on how the ALSC Institute is such an excellent conference to attend. 1. The workshops last 1 1/2 hours, instead of just 45 -50 minutes.  The learning is more intense. You get a bigger … Continue reading

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#ALSC12 Early Literacy Training for the Youth Services Staff

This workshop has a variety of people sharing the information.  The Hedberg Public Library shares how the training with Saroj Ghoting and Betsy Diamant-Cohen had an amazing impact on their youth services staff. There are tips on putting together an … Continue reading

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Early Literacy at #ALSC2012

The 2012 ALSC Institute has been full of great, enlightening sessions so far. Yesterday, Sarah Mackey gave a wonderful presentation about the Ready to Read Corps at Columbus Metropolitan Library. She and her coworkers have been taking early literacy training … Continue reading

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#ALSC12 -Breakfast for Bill

The food has been so great at the conference. Breakfast is no exception. First panel author/illustrator Denise Fleming sharing about being a Caldecott honoree.  Don’t forget to call your Mom! Kevin Henkes is next, he’s sharing about disbelieving at first, … Continue reading

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#ALSC12 early rising

Tonight was amazing! Meeting new people at dinner, from all over the U.S. Learning from tried and true leaders in early literacy, Cheryl Lee from Palo Alto & Sarah Mackey from Columbus, OH. Now that I think I’ve figured out … Continue reading

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