Wait! Don’t throw that! We could use it for…something. If that sounds familiar, you must be a youth librarian. Creativity often sparks when something is about to get thrown out because we know that someone can probably use it at some point in the future. Some benefits of hoarding are budget-friendly crafts and programs, inspiration for families to do things at home, and recycling and reusing, which is great for the environment. Let’s talk about things we can hold onto and what we can do with them.
Tag: recycle
The Art of Being a Trash-y Library Person
When I was a children’s librarian, I really loved trash. It was a vibe. Despite working for one of the wealthiest areas of my city, there was no funding for my programming. I did it all on my own, and I had to be frugal. I had to look at all my trash and find new purpose for it all, so that I didn’t have to spend too much of my hard-earned money on supplies. If you were to ask me now about it, I would insist that this was the wrong move. I shouldn’t have been spending my own money on this, but I had a zest for this and you couldn’t have stopped me.
Recycle, Reuse, and Imagine!
I’ve been growing a reputation in my system. I am known as the trash collector. It’s not something I ever thought I would be… I haven’t always been the best recycler.
Summer Reading 2017: On Beyond Lego!
Let’s get ready to build stuff! The 2017 Summer Reading theme is “Build a Better World” and I wanted to touch on two key options: Building sets Recycle, reuse and re-purpose Building Sets: looking beyond the ordinary Giant Crystal Connectors by Constructa Retro! 4″ interlocking discs with eight slots Translucent, and brightly-colored Cardboard construction tools – Makedo! playful cardboard construction 30 reusable parts build creations from junk! You supply the stuff – cardboard, foam, whatever – and Makedo makes it possible to construct anything you can dream up. Re-usable and SAFE! From the trenches: Denver Public Library loads up their programming room with recyclables for attendees to build stuff. Imagine combining that with Makedo kits! SmartMax by SmartMax Explore magnetism! Strong, large pieces Safe for kids as young as one High-quality, sonically-welded bars Learn about magnetic attraction and repulsion while constructing towers, bridges and other creations. The magnets are strong enough to hold…