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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:40:16 1998
From: Teri Titus <titust@pls.lib.ca.us>
Subject: Survey type question: listservs (fwd)
Our head of reference has asked me to post this question..
please respond directly to titust@pls.lib.ca.us or
hoflandf@pls.lib.ca.us
I can summarize for the list if there is interest..
Thanks!
Here's the question:
have any libraries used interactive web
training for advanced Internet training for staff? Perhaps a Web distance
learning course? I would like to hear about good possibilities that worked
( or didn't) and why.
)
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Teri Titus, Belmont Branch Library, SMCo
1110 Alameda, Belmont, CA 94002
titust@pls.lib.ca.us
phone: 650-591-8365
fax: 650-591-1195
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:38:56 1998
From: PAULAL@rpls.lib.il.us
Subject: patron email use
Just a question for those who are advocates of patron access to email...
Do these patrons also have their electric bills and birthday cards from
Grandma sent to them in care of your library? (Yes, I am feeling
particularly crotchety today!) As for the Navy wife who can't afford
a phone call overseas, can she afford a stamp? Okay, feel free to
flame me.
Just my two cents.
Paula Lopatic
Vespasian Warner Public Library
Clinton, IL
paulal@alpha1.rpls.lib.il.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:38:58 1998
From: "Ann D. Travers" <atravers@mail2.nai.net>
ubject: Phonics/Teacheing Reading Videos
Dear PUBYACers,
We've been receiving requests for instructional videos on teaching reading,
including phonics. I'm looking for something that's received good reviews
and is affordable. Haven't run across anything in my usual sources to date.
I'll post a summary to the list as needed. TIA.
Ann
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Ann D. Travers
Head of Youth Services
40 Munro Place
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 379-6043 Fax: (860) 379-3621
E-Mail: Atravers@ct2.nai.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:41:12 1998
From: Charlotte Lesser <clesser@keene.edu>
Subject: Summer Reading Club request
Yeah/Ug - it's that time again! Summer reading club planning time that is!
We are using a construction theme this summer "Dig into Books" since
we
are in temporary lodgings while renovations/addition take place at our
lovely old building.
Has anyone used a construction theme who might be willing to share
-clipart
-program ideas
-handout sheets (games, dot-to-dot, coloring sheets, etc)
-anything else!
?
I'd be happy to post results to list if requested!
TIA!
Charlotte
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Charlotte Lesser Phone (603) 352-0157
Head of Youth & Community Services Fax (603) 352-1101
Keene Public Library email clesser@keene.edu
60 Winter St.
Keene NH 03431
Check out the Youth Dept. Home page on the World Wide Web at:
http://www.ci.keene.nh.us/library/jyouth.htm
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:40:20 1998
From: Karen Sonderman <sonderka@oplin.lib.oh.us>
Subject: cyber-alphabet
Hi, all! One of my staff members came in this morning with a cute story
from her jazzercize class. Apparently one of the ladies in the class
was visiting with her grandson (5 years old) and he was very excited to
recite the alphabet for her. He started out,
"A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I,J,K,L,M,N,O,P,Q,R,S,T,U,V,W...." then he got stuck.
He kept saying, "W...W..." with a puzzled look on his face. Then
suddenly he blurted, "W-dot-com!"
Is this indicative of what is to come...?! We may have to change the
"Alphabet Song" for the cyber-kiddies in story hour.
Karen Sonderman
Taylor Memorial Public Library
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Taylor Memorial Public LIbrary
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:41:13 1998
From: lufkin@apollo.gti.net
Subject: Hand Stamps (was Re: Storytime Ideas/Architecture Ideas)
Hi Karen (and Dorothy in Elmwood Park, too),
Our library switched to using the non-toxic stamp pads a couple of year's
back - both for storytime hand stamps and craft activities. The pads are
clearly marked, not appreciably more expensive (and often serendipitously
in nicer colors) than the regular office kind.
We've had a number of patrons remark very favorably and gratefully, and
not even one complaint! It's been a good move for us.
> Date: Mon, 23 Mar 1998 18:08:30 -0600
> From: Karen Wendt <bewendt@facstaff.wisc.edu>
> Subject: Re: Storytime Ideas/Architectural Ideas...
> We use to use handstamps after storytime also, until someone wondered if
> we were using non-toxic stamp pads made especially for children and
> their delicate skin.
Ruth L.
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( Ruth Lufkin ) [lufkin@gti.net]
Bernards Township Library
Basking Ridge, NJ
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:38:56 1998
From: tokarza@lcm.macomb.lib.mi.us
Subject: Dinosaur Digs
Hello!
Does anyone have experiences, both good and bad, with fossil hunts
(dinosaur digs?) using sandboxes in the library? Any advice will be
appreciated.
I am sure I have seen an answer to this on PUBYAC, but I could not find
it in the archives.
Thank you!
Anne Tokarz
tokarza@lcm.macomb.lib.mi.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:38:56 1998
From: KBauknight <KBauknight@aol.com>
Subject: Re: convincing parents to read to children
Jim Trelease's Read-Aloud Handbook is full of helpful statistics, anecdotal
evidence
and helpful suggestions on making reading a part of daily life. It's not
didactic and is
very readable. I have recommended it to parents who come into the library and
given
it as a gift to many new parents! Reading it is like being at a pep rally for
reading.
Kathy Bauknight
Children's Librarian, Richland Co. Public Library
Columbia, SC
KBauknight@aol.com
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:41:29 1998
From: "bethd" <bethd@mail1.foxinternet.net>
Subject: homeschooling
I too am interested in how libraries can help homeschooling families.
My mom homeschools, and right now I'm a student at Pacific Lutheran
University, which has an extensive (and really great!) curriculum
section. But once I graduate, these materials will not be as readily
available. We have difficulty finding this type of material in
public libraries. One way I have found to get around this is to
arrange the learning around themes (medieval times, greek history,
space, etc.), then find as many books about that theme as possible.
Some are fiction, some are nonfiction. This helps encourage an
appreciation of literature, and it also still gives the students some
information about the subject. Let me know of any other ideas
please!
Beth Daugherty
bethd@foxinternet.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:39:00 1998
From: Toni Grow - Baldwin <growtoni@metronet.lib.mi.us>
Subject: re: convincing parents to read to children
Sally,
Gary's tip to look at www.libraryspot was right on, as it has links to
Born to Read info, which is great. More about that at following site:
www.calibraries.org/kidsconnect/advocacy/alapl.shtml
Good luck!
Toni Grow
Young Adult Librarian
Baldwin Public Library
Birmingham, MI
So many books, so little time!
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:40:47 1998
From: "Kimberly Bears" <kimbat@hotmail.com>
Subject: Summer Reading Program Themes
Hi All,
Call me nosey...New Hampshire is using "Live Free and Read" as our
statewide 1998 summer reading program theme. It is a New
Hampshire/Nature theme. I am so looking forward to it!
I am dying to know what the rest of the 49 states are using this year!
Would you E-mail me with the name and subject of your 1998 statewide
summer reading program theme (if you have one)? I will compose a list
when I have all 50! (Am I hopeful or what?) I just have a need to
know!
Thanks! Have a great day!
Kim Bears
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Kim Bears Phone: (603) 432-1127
Head of Children's Services Fax: (603) 437-6610
Leach Library E-mail: kimbat@hotmail.com
276 Mammoth Road
Londonderry, NH 03053
______________________________________________________
Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:38:56 1998
From: Heidi Estrin <estrinh@clpgh.org>
Subject: bookends
Can anyone recommend some good bookends for us? We have wooden shelves, and
our dinky little metal bookends just SLIIIIDE under the weight of large books.
I surfed the net for heavy duty bookends, but they were mostly made of
expensive materials like brass or marble. We need to buy 100s of bookends, so
can't affort such fancy models. Any creative ideas or recommendations? I'd
sort of thought of trying to find a way to wrap up bricks to make them more
attractive, but I don't know...
Thanks!
Heidi Estrin
estrinh@clpgh.org
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Lawrenceville Branch
279 Fisk St., Pgh. PA 15201, Tel. (412) 682-3668
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:38:56 1998
From: FISHSTIX26 <FISHSTIX26@aol.com>
Subject: Re: jewelry making
We taught 4th grade and up how to make hemp jewelry last summer. Both boys and
girls enjoyed it and they caught on fast. Basically it is knotting and
braiding. Supplies can be purchased almost anywhere. Hemp and beads are all
that is needed. Good luck on your project.
Lynn Poe
Children's librarian
Kirkendall Public Library
Ankeny, IA
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:40:25 1998
From: Lyn Persson <lpersson@nslsilus.org>
ubject: grand opening ideas
Hello everyone.
I'd love to get some ideas for any type of successful "grand opening"
programming. Our construction/renovation project should be completed
sometime this fall, and our youth services department will be moving into
an expanded area on the second floor. Please e-mail me any suggestions
and I will post a summary to the list. (Ideas other than strictly
programming are welcome -- for example, specially made coloring books are
nice giveaways at special events, and I have some samples from other
libraries. But it
would also be nice to offer something special for kids who are too old
for coloring books.)
And while I'm asking, does anyone have any suggestions for good
names/themes for middle school/junior high summer reading club?
Many thanks to you all -- this is a great resource.
Lyn Persson, Wilmette (IL) Public Library, lpersson@nslsilus.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:42:57 1998
From: Betsy Bybell <bbybell@norby.latah.lib.id.us>
ubject: Favorite books for Storytimes
Hi Pubyacers,
If you were going to buy picture books for a professional storytime
resource shelf in your library, which would be the top books still in print
that you would have as a must? I have my own list of favorites, but I'd
like to know what books you would include in the "gotta have these"
category. A librarian from a brand-new,
just-beginning-to-build-their-collection, and very small library asked for
recommendations.
What are your top 5 favorite books to use for storytimes, ages 3-5, the
best of the best? I'm looking forward to seeing the range of answers.
Thank you,
Betsy Bybell
Branch Coordinator
Latah County Library District
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:43:17 1998
From: AJORDAN@Queens.Lib.NY.US
Subject: Re: Convincing Parents to Read to Children
Hi PUBYAC,
In response to Sally's post about parents and kids and the importance of
reading, I want to offer the following: I believe you ought to stress--among
other tactics--the importance of having books around the house. As a staunch
public library advocate I nonetheless feel that book ownership is very
beneficial. Think of your own childhood, and how certain spines and covers
inspired such curiosity. Keep some books barely witnin/out of reach. Don't
worry too much about "age appropriateness" or even, to a degree,
"quality".
Books belong in the home, I have found that parents instinctively know this,
even if they are not readers themselves. Thrift stores and mega-stores are
good sources for inexpensive books.
Andy Jordan
Queens Library/Connecting Libraries and Schools
Project.
ajordan@queens.lib.ny.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:47:32 1998
From: Karen Wendt <bewendt@facstaff.wisc.edu>
ubject: Re: Storytime Ideas/Architectural Ideas...
Oh, we didn't give it up for good. Just needed some concrete info like you
just sent, and others, to get it going again. I totally agree that the kids
love it. What I like most is the one on one attention, however brief, that
I get to have with each child. It is also a good way for kids to learn
about taking turns and waiting. Stickers sounds like a good idea to if you
can find them cheap enough in large quantities. I think it was Torrie H.
who said Target has pads of stickers. Thanks everyone for the encouragement
to go back to this fun storytime ending. Karen
At 08:07 PM 3/24/98 -0800, you wrote:
>I was sorry to read that Karen's library gave up hand stamping--the kids
>really do love it!
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Karen M. Wendt, Madison, WI
bewendt@facstaff.wisc.edu
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:48:10 1998
From: Claire Isaac <cisaac@rpl.regina.sk.ca>
Subject: Children's Author Sites (fwd)
Some weeks ago I requested suggestions for a list of sites where you could
get information about children's and YA authors and illustrators. I'm
sorry it has taken me so long to put the list together and post it here.
Many thanks to everyone who sent suggestions. I hope I have all of them
here and have transcribed them correctly.
Kay Vandergrift's list of authors
www.scils.rutgers.edu/special/kay/author.html
ALA
www.ala.org/parentspage/greatsites/lit.html/#c
www.ala.org/teenhoopla
David Brown, University of Calgary, Children's literature
www.acs.ucalgary.ca/~dkbrown
New York Public Library
www.nypl.org/branch/kids/reading.html
Inkspot Children's Author Directory
www.inkspot.com/author/directory.html
Yahoo
www.Yahoo.com/Arts/Humanities/Literature/Authors
http://mustang.coled.umn.edu/Exploration/Media.html
www.kcls.org/newya/ya.html.
www.users.interport.net/fairrosa/cl.authors.html
www.ucet.ufl.edu/~jbrown/chauth.html
Claire Isaac
Regina Public Library
Regina Saskatchewan
cisaac@rpl.regina.sk.ca
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:51:56 1998
From: Downers Grove Jr Room DGS 630-960-1200 <dgjrrm@sls.lib.il.us>
Subject: Comic book source follow up
Two weeks ago we asked for information on comic book sources. Most of our
responses mentioned graphic novels. We have the graphic novel thing
covered. The SLJ, January 97 cover article "Zap! Whoosh! Kerplow!" was
written by a fellow employee from the DGPL...Lora Bruggeman. Graphic
Novels are handled by her department. What we want to do in the Junior
Room is something slighly different. One response was from Lesley
Knieriem of Huntington Station, NY. It is exactly what we want to
do...and I am attaching her response. We received another response from
Kat Kan, Fort Wayne IN (kkan@acpl.lib.in.us) that was similar to Lesley's.
Thanks again, PUBYAC for answering our questions!
Sharon Lawrence
Lori Craft
Downers Grove PL
DG, Illinois
630.960.1200
dgjrrm@sls.lib.il.us
On Tue, 17 Mar 1998, Knieriem wrote:
> YES YES YES! I am a BIG supporter of comic books in the
> libraries: I have instituted this in every library I have served in. I
> think that you are going the right way with just putting them out and
> letting kids read them; they are not strongly enough bound to withstand
> circulation, and they WILL get stolen, but most importantly, timeliness is
> everything to the comic book fan, and it takes too long to order them from
> a dealer, and process them for circulation. Here's what I do:
> Go to the nearest comic book shop, and explain what I want to
> do. Provide them with a typed, alphabetical list of the titles I
> want "pulled" (set aside from the new books that come out every
week;
> most good stores offer this service to their better customers). Offer to
> allow the store free publicity by putting their store stamp
> on the cover (or splash page) of every book; in return I ask the store to
> provide me the books "at cost" (i.e., the dealer's price, usually
half
> off). Assure the dealer that every book will be defaced with the library's
> property stamp (this is a big deal, since this ensures that no collector
> will steal the books and try to sell them back to the store). Make sure I
> pick up the titles promptly every week (new books usually come out
> Wednesday afternoons or Thursday mornings) so they don't clutter up the
> dealer's store. I usually pay by credit card and get reimbursed, but you
> can also try getting an "account" with the store. If they are not
willing
> to make this deal with me, I try the next closest store!
> Once I have the books, I deface them with the library's property
> stamp, than place a typed label on each cover (over the bar code, so as
> not to cover up the artwork) saying: South Huntington Public Library
> Young Adult Services
> STUDY BREAK
> Take one for pleasure
> Return when finished!
>
> Then I put them out in a couple of Princeton files and that's it! If the
> files get too full, I may go through them and toss titles that are more
> than three months old (remember comic books are usually dated up to four
> months "ahead"), but I find that they tend to be pretty
"self-weeding".
>
> As far as choosing titles, you can ask your local teens, or ask
> the comic book dealer for advice. I tend to stick to Marvel and DC titles
> because they are well known, with the "brand-name" characters
(X-men,
> Superman, etc.) and also they subscribe to the "Comic Code" which
is sort
> of self-censorship deal that will help you avoid graphic sex, nudity,
> satanism, etc that might get you in trouble with your community. I do by
> certain non-Code books, but not without checking them out myself -- shoot
> me if this makes me a "timid soul", but I don't want to
jeopardize an
> entire collection over a gratuitous nipple! If there is a book or series
> of really outstanding content, (Code or non-Code) I usually buy it in
> "graphic novel" format, and add it to the catalogued collection.
Some
> titles I have bought have been MAUS, BONE (all three so far), THE TICK
> (two titles), KINGDOM COME, LEAVE IT TO CHANCE, STARMAN, XMEN: GOD LOVES,
> MAN KILLS,THE BOOKS OF MAGIC, and all the SANDMAN titles, but there are
> many other good titles out there.
> Good luck and have fun!
> #=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#=#
> ] Lesley Knieriem [
> # Reference/YA Librarian (516) 549-4411 #
> ] South Huntington Public Library lknierie@suffolk.lib.ny.us [
> # Huntington Station, NY 11746 #
> ] ------------------------------------------------------------- [
> # "Control myself? I'm a monster! Monsters don't control themselves! #
> ] That's the whole IDEA!!" -- rat creature, in BONE 31 (Jeff Smith) [
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 00:52:14 1998
From: Dzierzbicki <dzierzbi@sls.lib.il.us>
Subject: blanket thank you
I know its been awhile since my original posting about suggestions for a
Inservice Program for the school district that I was presenting, but I
wanted to make a blanket thank you to all who sent me suggestions. The
program went very well and everyone had a great time. The committee is
planning to do another one.
A special thank you to Mary Seratte from Memphis---I tried to email you
directly but I kept getting error messages when I sent it.
Thanks again everyone.
Monica
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"But wherever they go, and whatever happens to them on the way, in that
enchanted place on the top of the Forest, a little boy and his bear
will always be playing." A.A. Milne
Monica A. Dzierzbicki dzierzbi@sls.lib.il.us
Youth Services Librarian (708)448-1530
Palos Park Library
Palos Park, Il
(formerly from Grande Prairie Lib., IL)
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 01:12:04 1998
From: Kate Houston <kateho@nethost.multnomah.lib.or.us>
Subject: Dawson's Creek
Ok. After reading all the other comments about this, I had to put in my
two cents. (First of all, if all you want is entertainment, then the show
if fine.)
When I first heard about this show and the image the preliminary PR
presented, I was excited. At last, someone realized a show like "My
So-Called Life" is important. Then I watched the first say five-six
episodes. In this short time, I felt let down and disappointed. "Another
90210 soap" I thought. How real is the teacher-student relationship?
(excluding Mary Kay from Washington state). This isn't one of the foremost
issues of teen life.... The mother having an affair and the issue is
solved in one "stormy" episode.... again, not too realistic.
I do/did admire the awkward relationship between Joey and Dawson, until
the "Breakfasst Club" detention in the library episode, where her
feelings
basically are revealed. What is the hurry with this part of the story? Why
couldn't it be growing up just changes relationships... through hormones
and all, and the two involved are feeling odd because that is what those
teen years bring... uncomfortable feelings about most everything.
I still watch re-runs of My So-Called Life and find it just as right on as
it was when it first aired. Why rush a story? They didn't and it was
great!
It's great to capture that moment when "Being me is just, you
know... enough." (Angela) Too bad Dawson's Creek didn't see it this way.
Kate Houston Voice: (503)736-6012
School Corps Librarian Pager: 202-8165
Multnomah County Library Fax: (503) 248-5441
205 NE Russell, Portland OR 97212 kateho@nethost.multnomah.lib.or.us
"Don't be afraid to go out on a limb.
That's where the fruit is."
-Anonymous
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 01:12:10 1998
From: Teri Titus <titust@pls.lib.ca.us>
Subject: Re: Booktalking
A good source of booktalks are the books by Joni Bodart.. there are lots
of actual booktalks in her books.. start with Booktalk! and if Pigman
isn't there, try Booktalk 2! or Booktalk 3! or Booktalk 4!
Have fun!
)
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Teri Titus, Belmont Branch Library, SMCo
1110 Alameda, Belmont, CA 94002
titust@pls.lib.ca.us
phone: 650-591-8365
fax: 650-591-1195
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On Tue, 24 Mar 1998, AMY LONG wrote:
> Hello fellow YACers!
>
> My name is Amy Long and I am at grad student in Library Science.
> For my young adult lit. class, I have to give a booktalk.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 02:12:12 1998
From: Dawn Rutherford <rutherfo@chipublib.org>
Subject: RE:APRIL BULLETIN BOARD
> TRY ARIES OR ASTROLOGICAL THEME, PATRIOT'S DAY/MARATHONERS/ATHLETES, OR
APRIL
> FOOL'S DAY/PRACTICAL JOKES/MAGIC TRICKS.
> DONNA DODSON, YOUNG ADULT DEPARTMENT, WATERTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY,
MASSACHUSETTS
I missed the original post, but someone is looking for a good bulletin
board idea for April, you are welcomed to steal ours:
For Poetry Month, we had one of our talented clerks paint a large tree.
We put it up on our bulletin board and label it "Poetry Tree". On a
nearby table, we provide kids with small brightly colored squares of paper
and poetry books. We encourage them to find a poem they like (or make one
up themselves), write it down, and cut the square into a creative leaf
shape (any shape, really). Then we put the leaves up on the tree for the
rest of the month.
When we last did this, we got some really fun results. Plus it is a nice
visual way to get kids to promote poetry in the library.
Dawn Rutherford
Children's and Young Adult Librarian
Carl B. Roden Branch
Chicago Public Library
rutherfo@chipublib.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 02:34:30 1998
From: Tami Chumbley <tchumble@libby.rbls.lib.il.us>
Subject: parent/child book discussion groups
I am in the midst of writing a grant for funding to provide a parent/child
book discussion group. We have held discussion groups before for kids
from 2-5 grades, but never one with adults. I am asking for help from
anyone who has done this type of programming.
My questions are:
1) How often did you meet? Once a month? Once a week?
2) Did you present the program as a series where people sign up for the
whole series or let them sign up for only the books that interested them?
3) Who selected the books? I read about a school group that let the kids
suggest titles. Do you also give parents a chance to suggest so that both
groups are exposed to each other's choices?
4) Did you provide refreshments?
5) Who was the facilitator of the group? Did anyone have an outside (not
library personnel) facilitator?
Any other tips? Successes or pitfalls to know about?
Do you have any resources to suggest in preparation for such group (other
than the Mother Daughter Book Discussion Book)?
Thanks for your help.
Send responses directly to me at tchumble@libby.rbls.lib.il.us
Tami Chumbley
Youth Services Manager
Bettendorf Public Library
2950 Learning Campus Drive
Bettendorf IA 52722
319-344-4178
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 03:12:17 1998
From: Guarria <cguarria@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Disturbing incident
I just sent the following message to my director, but I wanted to know if
any of you have had similar experiences and, if so, what did you do about
it? I know that there are many forms of child abuse, but unless the child
is hit or has physical scars it is difficult to know if and when to step
in. Each family has its own particular dynamic, and we
may not agree with the way a parent treats a child, but when is enough
enough?
Carrie
cguarria@suffolk.lib.ny.us
---------- Forwarded message ----------
Date: Thu, 26 Mar 1998 14:03:07 -0500 (EST)
From: Guarria <cguarria@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
To: Bornstein <pbornste@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Cc: Simpson <csimpson@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Wednesday night
Paula,
I had a very disturbing experience last night while in the children's
room. Every Wed. night a man comes in with his son (I assume) who is about
9 or 10 yrs. old. I've noticed before that the man tends to be very hard
on the boy while helping him with homework, but last night the man goaded
him until the kid was in tears. The boy was so frustrated and worked up
that at one point he was literally yelling and crying, trying to get his
father to listen to him. I should emphasize that I sympathized totally
with the boy, and my only feeling about the incident was one of
concern because of the way the boy seems to be psychologically mistreated
by this man (in my opinion). As they left, the boy in tears, his father
made him apologize to me for being so loud. All I could think was that he
should apologize to his son. I wanted to say something to the man and the
boy, but didn't because I wasn't sure if it was appropriate. However, it
did shake me up so that I literally had to leave the room. Please advise
me on what to do should this happen again.
Carrie
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:10:47 1998
From: lufkin@apollo.gti.net
Subject: Books/magazines on paintball.
Hi all,
We have a young (~10 year old) looking for some general information on
paintball, the adventure game. The only things we have been able to find
so far are pretty serious, adult oriented in tone. I know his mom, who
was with him as he made the request, would prefer materials that are
geared to his age/developmental level. Do any of you have suggestions?
He was looking for something informational, but would be delighted if we
could come up with some fiction also/instead!
Thanks in advance,
Ruth Lufkin
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( Ruth Lufkin ) [lufkin@gti.net]
Bernards Township Public Library
Basking Ridge, New Jersey
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:09:33 1998
From: VASILIK@palsplus.org
Subject: Re: beginning fantasy
All the titles that have been mentioned on pubyac in response to Chuck's
question all seem a little higher reading level than either Catwings or
the Gannett titles. While none of the following are "high" fantasy,
neither are the Catwings books.
For third grade level books with fantasy elements, you might
try Jackie French Koller's Dragon books (The Dragonling, A Dragon in the
Family, Dragon Quest); Susan Beth Pfeffer's Sara Kate, Superkid and Sara
Kate Saves the World; Margaret Cuyler's Weird Wolf and Invisible in the
Third Grade. Pfeffer's books are about superpowers and Cuyler's Wolf is
about a kid changing into a werewolf, and about a kid who does become
invisible. Both Pfeffer's and Cuyler's are part of Henry Holt's Redfeather
series. Koller's are part of the Springboard books by Little, Brown.
Hope this helps.
Pat Vasilik
Clifton Public Library
Clifton, NJ
vasilik@palsplus.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:10:29 1998
From: Louise Sevold/Technical Services Director Subject: JOB POSTING/REGIONAL
YOUNG ADULT SERVICES MANAGER
Cuyahoga County Public Library
Job Title: Public Services Librarian III
Regional Young Adult Services Manager
Location: Parma Regional
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay level: M 8, $17.65 per hour/ $36,728 annual
CCPL offers hospitalization, life insurance, state retirement plan,
vacation/sick/holiday time and optional benefits.
Job is responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive
program of public library service to individuals and groups on a
local and regional level. Responsible for collection development
in the young adult services area, administers young adult materials
budget, provides creative programming for public. Interview,
hires, trains, schedules, supervises and evaluates public services
staff in young adult area and some page staff. As delegated, acts
as manager of regional library in absence of the Regional Manager.
Excellent customer service is our highest priority.
Qualifications: MLS and a minimum of 3 years of progressively more
responsible professional public library experience working with
teenagers; prefer at least 1 year proven supervisory experience;
strong managerial and human relation skills and organizational
abilities; public speaking ability. Applicant must have a strong
knowledge of Young Adult literature, interests and developmental
needs of teenagers. Applicants must be flexible enough to work a
schedule which include evening, Saturday and Sunday hours. Resume
and 3 written professional references are required with
application. Candidates may be required to take a written pre screening test.
Successful candidate must be able to spend as many
as 48 hours in orientation/training at the Administration Building
located at 2111 Snow Road, Parma, OH.
Parma is the 8th largest city in Ohio (87,876) and located
immediately adjacent to Cleveland. With specializations in
science, technology, health and fiction, holdings include over
170,000 titles, and 17,000 audiovisual materials; 1997 circulation
was 922,584, the busiest of all Cuyahoga County Public Library
facilities. The library is currently undergoing an extensive
renovation which includes expansion of the Young Adult area.
Closing date: April 6, 1998
Applications may be obtained by calling Human Resources Division,
Cuyahoga County Public Library (216)749 9464, 1(800)749 5560, (TDD#
216 749 9478) or by picking one up from any of our 28 local
branches. PLEASE NOTE: Completed applications can only be returned
at the Administration Building, 2111 Snow Road, Parma, OH 44134 by
5 PM on or before APRIL 6, 1998. Applications must be complete,
accurate and current, and can be returned in person, by mail, or
fax at (216)749 9479. Applicants using fax should confirm
library's receipt by phone.
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| Louise Sevold lsevold@cuyahoga.lib.oh.us ||~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|
| Technical Services Division Director |
| Cuyahoga County Public Library |
| 2111 Snow Road phone (216) 749 9383 |
| Parma, Ohio 44134 fax (216) 749 9445 |
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:10:19 1998
From: Mary Garcia <mgarcia@jefferson.lib.co.us>
Subject: POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS
COLLECTION COORDINATOR, HEAD #98-412
Jefferson County Public Library in Colorado is a highly automated system
of 11 libraries. The successful incumbent will be a motivated
professional who assists staff in all locations to purchase materials in
a timely and efficient manner; facilitates order processes with
Acquisitions department; makes representations to public on collections
and collection issues; designs and presents training to staff on
collection issues such as selection and censorship, weeding,
reconsideration procedures; chairs committee to evaluate on-line
subscriptions; manages substantial assigned materials budget; manages
Support Collection, Professional Collection; oversees gift evaluation;
participates in decision making process for system-wide services and
procedures. Requires an MLS and 3-5 years of library experience or any
equivalent combination of training and experience. Annual Salary starts
at $37,425 plus excellent benefits. Must be able to work some evenings,
weekends, and some holidays. A completed and signed Jefferson County
application and list of references is required in order to be considered
for employment. A resume without an application will not be
considered. Apply by April 30, 1998 to: Jefferson County Human
Resources Dept., 100 Jefferson County PKWY, Suite 1520, Golden, CO
80419. Applications can be received or returned via fax by calling
(303) 271-8400.
PATRON SERVICES LIBRARIAN #98-415
Evergreen Library in the foothills of Jefferson County, Colorado is
looking for an organized, creative individual who has experience working
with the public, and has proven communication skills and computer
skills. Responsibilities include locating and obtaining information &
materials to serve patrons of all ages. Must be able to work some
evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Requires Bachelors degree and
1-2 years customer servoce or extensive public contact work. Annual
Salary $13,230 for 20/hpw PLUS EXCELLENT BENEFITS. A Jefferson County
application including the supplemental application, must be completed
and signed. Apply by April 16, 1998 to: Jefferson County Human
Resources Dept, Jefferson County Parkway, Suite 1520 Golden, CO 80419.
Applications can be received or returned via fax by calling (303)
271-8400.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:09:22 1998
From: "Sparks Branch, Washoe County Library" <sparks@powernet.net>
ubject: Stumper
We have a teacher that "remembers" a book about flying pancakes or
mashed
potatoes written "a while" ago. It is not-Cloudy with a chance of
meatballs,
June 29,1999,or DePaolas pancake book.We've checked A to Zoo and brainstormed
but are not coming up with anything. It is NOT about a runaway anything-it is
about FLYING food.
TIA
Rosie Beck
Sparks Library
1125 12th St.
Sparks, Nev. 89431
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Sparks Branch sparks@washoe.lib.nv.us
Washoe County Library
1125 - 12th St. (702) 352-3200
Sparks, NV 89431 fax: (702) 352-3207
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:08:41 1998
From: rdukelow@colosys.net (Rosemary Dukelow)
ubject: Stumper: Death book- sorry, let's try it again
Thanks to all who responded to my query about books about death for
children. Unfortunately, none were what the patron had in mind. Does anyone
know of a book of letters written by children about their experiences with
death?
Thanks so much for your help.
Please respond to me, Rosemary rdukelow@colosys.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:09:24 1998
From: Lesley Gaudreau <lesley@sealib.org>
Subject: read-aloud for 3rd-8th grade
Hi all,
I'm planning a 4-afternoon read outloud program for grades 3 & up as
part of Nat'l Library Week. I'm looking for a sure-fire book that will
appeal to this w-i-d-e age group and that can be finished comfortable in
4 1-1/2 hour sessions.
Any great ideas??
lesley
--
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
The statistics on sanity are that 1 out of every 4 Americans is
suffering
from some sort of mental illness. Think of your 3 best friends.
If they're okay, then it's you. -- Rita Mae Brown
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Lesley Gaudreau
YA/REF Seabrook Library
Seabrook, NH
lesley@sealib.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:08:41 1998
From: jennifer shoemaker <bdyref1@vax.linc.lib.il.us>
Subject: Re: Bat stories
Thank you to those who sent me suggestions for bat stories that can be
read to a large group of children (i.e., easily adaptable!). Many
suggested Stellaluna, which I had failed to mention was already pulled.
We appreciate everyone's help!
Jennifer Shoemaker
Bloomingdale Public Library
Bloomingdale, IL
bdyref1@linc.lib.il.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:10:42 1998
From: FRM Staff 1 <frmsta1@ix.netcom.com>
Subject: Alameda County Library Job opening
Alameda County Library (Headquarters in Fremont, California) is
recruiting for both Librarian I and Librarian II's part-time, full-time
and Services as Needed While there are no Children's Services positions
available at this time, this list will be used to fill any vacancies
that come up in the near future, so anyone interested in working for
Alameda County should get on this list! Application Deadline is April
14, 1998. To get your application and supplemental call the Alameda
County Library Personnel Supervisor: Anne Adams at 510 745-1517.
completed applications should be sent to the Alameda County Personnel
Office; 100 14th Street; Oakland, Ca
Librarian I Full time monthly salary range: $2863 - $3282
Librarian II Full time monthly salary range: $3187 - $3668
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:08:42 1998
From: Peg Dombek <pdombek@wln.com>
Subject: Re: pubyac V1 #248
Hi pubyacers: I had a YA patron yesterday who remembers a particular
picture book from her elementary school library. It was an unusually
illustrated copy of "The Owl & the Pussycat." What made it unique
was
that two children gradually were transformed into the owl & the pussycat.
We would be most appreciative of any helpful hints, you'all can come up
with. Thanks in advance. Peg Dombek pdombek@wln.com
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:09:53 1998
From: "Lane, Kristin" <klane@lib.co.san-bernardino.ca.us>
Subject: request for lists of "classic" titles
>This msg. has been cross-posted to several lists.
>
>We would be interested in seeing any "classics" lists that
>other libraries or schools have. Juvenile and Young Adult.
>They will be very helpful to us in a project we've undertaken in our system.
>
>Any and all responses welcome and appreciated!
>
>Please send e-mail to:
>serickson@lib.co.san-bernardino.ca.us
>
>or snail mail to:
>Susan Erickson, Youth Services Coord., San Bernardino County Library, 104 W.
>4th St., San Bernardino, CA 92415.
>
>
>Kristin Lane / Library Associate / Youth Services
>San Bernardino County Library
>104 W. 4th St., San Bernardino, CA 92415
>voice (909) 387-5737 fax (909) 387-5724
>e-mail klane@lib.co.san-bernardino.ca.us
>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Sat Mar 28 11:08:56 1998
From: grecord1@maine.rr.com (Nadean Record)
ubject: Book Stumper about Abraham Lincoln
Fellow Pubyac Members,
A teacher in my school is having difficulty locating a book and I have not
been able to find the answer to her inquiry. Maybe you can help.
The book is about a little boy who says Abraham Lincoln is living in the
house next door, but no one believes him. I think at the end of the book
this same boy tells everyone that George Washington is now living next
door.
Could anyone give me the title and write a brief description of the book?
TIA.
Nadean M. Record
Jameson School Media Specialist
Old Orchard Beach, ME
grecord1@maine.rr.com
Nadean M. Record
Jameson School Media Specialist
Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
grecord1@maine.rr.com
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