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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 00:48:41 1998
From: "kscalley" <kscalley@capecod.net>
Subject: Snake & Lizard Story Time
I am looking for ideas for preschool age children on snakes and lizards. A
third grader will be bringing in her snake. Any ideas for
books, flannel stories, songs, age appropriate crafts, etc..?
I would be happy to post a compiled list. Thank you in advance for sharing.
Ann Scalley
kscalley@capecod.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 00:55:49 1998
From: RichardGuy <RichardGuy@aol.com>
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
>>>>Okay, it's time to talk about Teletubbies . . . . . what's your
feeling about this show being marketed . . . . .
And while we're at it, since we're going after the big issue of
Tumbleteevees, how about we all weigh in with other issues of special import
to librarians? Where should we stand on the broccoli debate? Is it boxers or
briefs? Blue cheese or ranch? Should Barney be allowed in the building? How
about Bill Gates?
Librarians are hungry for these issues to be settled, so we can pass
on our collective wisdom to those who depend on us for judgement.
I'll go out on a limb. For me it's broccoli, boxers, Blue cheese,
Beanie Babies, and Bill's money but not Bill.
Boldly.............
Richard K. Moore, Librarian
Bolsa Grande High School
Garden Grove, CA
Email: RichardGuy@AOL.COM
*********************************************
Any opinion expressed here should be the opinion of any
right thinking individual, especially my employer.
*********************************************
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 01:47:30 1998
From: carolr@ci.hillsboro.or.us
Subject: Stumper: character named Polliwog
We have a patron who is searching for a book she remembers from
childhood. It was a juvenile fiction chapter book, read in the late
60's, which had a male main character whose nickname was 'Polliwog.'
Sound familiar to anyone?
Carol Reich * carolr@ci.hillsboro.or.us
Head of Youth Services
So many books, so little time.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 01:55:41 1998
From: "Carrie Eldridge" <celdridge@sanjuan.lib.wa.us>
ubject: suggestions for 8th grade teacher
Help! I work in a very small library with limited resources.
A middle school teacher is looking for suggestions of fiction titles that
take place in ancient times. (for 8th graders.) Please send me your
suggestions and I will post the final list.
Carrie Eldridge
San Juan Island Library District
360-378-2798
Carrie Eldridge
San Juan Island Library District
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
celdridge@sanjuan.lib.wa.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 02:08:36 1998
From: "Carolyn Brodie" <CBRODIE@slis.kent.edu>
Subject: Stumper
A patron of a local library is looking for a picture book she
read as a child about a little boy who has three sisters who force
him to participate in tea parties, etc. until he receives a leopard
costume from a a relative. The sisters are then "afraid" of him.
The patron doesn't remember the ending to the book. Thanks!
Carolyn S. Brodie, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Kent State University
School of Library and Information Science
Kent, OH 44242-0001
330-672-2782 (voice)
330-672-7965 (fax)
cbrodie@slis.kent.edu
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 02:55:03 1998
From: "Schwartz, Ginger J." <GJS8126a@co.prince-william.va.us>
Subject: Stumper: Last Five Days
I have a patron looking for a book called something like THE LAST FIVE
DAYS IN THE LIFE OF SUNSHINE. It's about a young girl who is a victim
of child abuse and it tells of her last five days of life.
"It's an older book, my mom read it."
That's all I have.
Any suggestions? We keyworded amazon.com to death and checked all of
our editions of Bookfinder.
Thanks in advance,
Ginger J. Schwartz
Children's Librarian
Potomac Community Library
2201 Opitz Blvd.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
(703) 494 - 8126
gjs8126a@co.prince-william.va.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 03:01:54 1998
From: Janette Johnston <jj@round-rock.tx.us>
ubject: Camel stumper
Help! We have a patron who is looking for a story/fable he read years (20?)
ago as a student. It is about a camel who wants to be a ballerina, but is
told she is not graceful enough. She has a party, to which no one comes, but
she continues her dancing. The moral is to follow your dreams. We have
checked Children's Catalog, A to Zoo (1982) and various Aesop's fables
anthologies, although I don't think it is Aesop. Does this ring a bell? If
so, please reply to me directly. TIA to this wonderful listserve!!
Janette Johnston
Children's Services Coordinator
Round Rock Public Library
216 E. Main
Round Rock, Tx 78664
512-218-7002
FAX: 512-218-7061
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 03:11:02 1998
From: "Patti Muller MTE (978) 640-4490" <muller@mvlc.lib.ma.us>
Subject: Children's Librarian needed
Pardon the cross-posting.
JOB OPENING: Tewksbury, MA
Tewksbury's public library is seeking an energetic children's librarian
for our busy children's department.
QUALIFICATIONS: MLS accredited by A.L.A.
In early 1999, we will move into our new 36,000 square foot public
library, which features a 6,000 square foot children's wing.
We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic and dynamic individual who loves
children and enjoys a challenge.
Full-time (37.5 hours) including one evening and some Saturdays. The
position will be available in early June,1998.
Salary scale for June, 1998: $27,428 to $35,006 in six steps.
There will be an additional cost of living increase of 2% on July 1, 1998,
and again on January 1, 1999.
Please send resume to:
Elisabeth Desmarais, Library Director
Harold J. Patten Public Library
11 Town Hall Avenue
Tewksbury, MA 01876
978/ 640-4490
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 03:19:11 1998
From: Rosemary Moran <rmoran@ns1.tccl.lib.ok.us>
ubject: job announcements
Tulsa City-County Library has 2 professional positions available June 1.
They are:
Supervising Librarian for Central Library Children's Department
Salary: $28,308 - $37,524
Description: Supervises department of 2 fte, collection
development, programming, public service
Qualifications: MLIS, 3-5 years experience
Reference Librarian, Central Library Business & Technology Dept.
Salary: $23,472 - $31,140
Description: Public service in busy B&T, online and CD-ROM
searching, programming, library instruction and tours, bibliographies,
etc.
Qualifications: MLIS, subject knowledge in business, economics,
science, technology
For more information, contact:
(Mrs.) Gerry Hendon, Personnel Manager
Tulsa City-County Library
400 Civic Center
Tulsa OK 74103
Phone: (918) 596-7887 or Fax: (918) 596-2641
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 03:49:36 1998
From: EDGERTONS@mail.pbcl.lib.fl.us
Subject: Vacancies
PALM BEACH COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
Forty-five miles of beaches; big city shopping without the
snow--one hour away from the Everglades and three from Mickey
and Minnie!
LIBRARIAN II, MAIN LIBRARY: A public service oriented person to
plan, provide and supervise the delivery of library service to
children and young adults. Prepares and presents story times and
other programs. Responsible for collection development, reference
and readers' advisory services to children, young adults, parents
and care givers. Directly supervises one librarian and 2.5 para-
professionals. Requires ALA accredited MLS and two years of
professional library work that includes one year in youth services.
Preference given to applicants who have supervisory experience.
Salary Range: $30,881 to $46,835 annually plus generous benefits.
For more information, call Sharon Hill at 561-233-2600.
LIBRARIAN I, YOUTH SERVICES: Entry level position. Responsible for
planning and conducting all children's services at a new 8,000 square
foot branch. Duties include creative programming, storytelling,
reference, collection development and readers' advisory for toddlers,
school age children and young adults, parents and care givers.
Demonstrated interest and knowledge of public library youth services
including children's literature and Internet experience. Requires
ALA accredited MLS. Starting Salary: $27,439 annually plus generous
benefits. For more information, call Karen Batchelder at 561-233-2600.
TO APPLY FOR THESE POSITIONS, SEND APPLICATION/RESUME TO PALM BEACH
COUNTY PERSONNEL, 50 SOUTH MILITARY TRAIL, SUITE 210, WEST PALM BEACH,
FL 33415. (PHONE 561-233-4601, FAX 561-233-4604) EO/AA EMPLOYER
M/F/D/V DFWP
Applications/resumes for these positions must be received by 5PM,
July 6, 1998.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 04:12:02 1998
From: Louise Sevold/Technical Services Director Subject: Job Posting--Cuyahoga
County Public Library
Job Posting, Cuyahoga County Public Library
Job Title: Public Services Librarian III
Regional Young Adult Services Manager
Location: Maple Heights Regional Library
Hours Scheduled: 40 hours/week
Starting Pay: $17.65/hour, $36,728 annual
Benefits: CCPL offers hospitalization, life insurance, state
retirement plan, vacation/sick/holiday time and optional benefits.
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 the public. Interview,
hire, trains, schedules, supervises and evaluates public services
staff in the young adult area and some page staff. As delegated,
acts as manager of the regional library in the absence of the
Regional Area Administrator. 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 may include evening, Saturday and Sunday hours.
Resume and 3 written professional references required with the
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.
Attracting patrons from a wide geographic area, as well as serving
a diverse community of 27,089; Maple Heights Regional Library has
a skilled staff, supported by the latest technology, excellent
materials, and an active Friends group. With specialties in
business, education, law, sociology, philosophy and religion, the
collection includes 217,514 volumes, over 900 magazines, journals
and newspapers, and 68,000 audiovisual and other materials. This
48,552 square foot regional library also houses the Literacy
Resource Center, the InfoPLACE office, and an attached Civic Center
available for programming and meetings. The 1997 circulation was
521,812.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: MAY 28, 1998
Applications may be obtained by calling the Human Resources
Division, CCPL at (216)749 9464, 1(800)749 5560, (TDD# (216)749 9478) or by
picking one up at any of the 28 branches of the
Cuyahoga County Public Library. Completed applications can only be
returned at the Administration Building, 2111 Snow Road, Parma, OH
44134, by 5:00 PM on or before MAY 28, 1998. Application must be
complete, accurate and current. Applications can be returned in
person, by mail, or FAX (216)749 9479, confirm FAX receipt by
phone.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
| 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 Thu May 14 19:45:14 1998
From: Walter Minkel <walterm@nethost.multnomah.lib.or.us>
Subject: Re: Colonial America resources
...and if you're interested in Colonial History websites (there are some
really good ones) check out this page in our library's Homework Center:
http://www.multnomah.lib.or.us/lib/kids/homework/amhsthc.html
Walter Minkel, School Corps Technology Trainer
Multnomah County Library, 205 NE Russell St., Portland, OR 97212
Voice (503)736-6002; fax (503)248-5441; walterm@nethost.multnomah.lib.or.us
==============
("Rats...") "Oh, Web pupil, _refer_! Lip up! Be who? Star!"
--Palindrome
of the Month
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 19:54:37 1998
From: aparadise@juno.com
Subject: Re: interview questions
I always remember steerinng the kid's head over the molded fiberglass
chair and carrying it out of the story hour area before calling the
custodian so we didn't start the chain reaction phenomenon- also the area
was carpeted! The most memorable of many. Are you familiar with Jane
Yolen's now o.p. story- "One Old Man, with Seals"? Must reading for CR
librarians.
Anne
Andy or Anne Paradise aparadise@juno.com
Gary Public Library andrew@gary.lib.in.us
Gary IN
anne@gary.lib.in.us
paradis@jorsm.com
Doesn't everyone have 4 email addresses?
_____________________________________________________________________
You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail.
Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com
Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 19:54:50 1998
From: Somerd <Somerd@aol.com>
Subject: Creative Bibliographies
What are some creative ways you've done bibliographies? Bookmarks are the
standard, but I'm sure many of you have found some clever, eye-catching ways
to promote books on a specific topic. Send your ideas to me and I'll summarize
the list for all.
Thanks to everyone for all of your great ideas!
Judy Somerlot
Denver Art Museum/Denver Public Library
(I'm a librarian working on a project to expand the museum's family programs
in cooperation with the library)
somerd@aol.com
fax:303-221-8455
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 19:56:57 1998
From: Angela Reynolds <ajrcm@teleport.com>
ubject: Teletubbies
I have to reply to this one! I love the Teletubbies! Now, a
qualification. I PERSONALLY love to watch it (though not at 7:30 am). OK, I
admit it, I TAPE them!
It's funny, and the computerized graphics are nice (and here in Oregon, the
ever-sunny blue sky of Teletubbie Land is comforting), and I like the nice
message of kids and their parents doing mundane things together in the Belly
Videos. And soooooo much better than the junk that is on when I get home
from work and want to zone out for a bit.
For babes in their diapers? Perhaps not. Is this not one of those times when
we wish parents would find something better than TV for their young ones?
Say maybe, a BOOK?
But I think that if they MUST let them watch at this age, Teletubbies is no
worse than Barney (not saying much, but something, after all, Barney is
mainstream now, is he not?)
And now, for the Interesting news: Rumor has it that in England Teletubbies
are very popular with all-night Ravers, who watch it to mellow out after a
long night of dancing and etc. AND, I've heard gossip that some folks think
Tinky Winky is gay! (GO T.W.)!
(And Dipsy can really dance.....)
Now I'll bet you watch it!
Of course, this posting is MY OPINION only, not meant to offend, etc....
(and certainly does not reflect any offical opinions of my library, etc.)
A teletubbie fan--- (Big Hug!)
Angela Reynolds
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 19:57:35 1998
From: Kirsten Edwards <kirstedw@kcls.org>
Subject: Re: E mail and Chat Rooms
On Fri, 8 May 1998, Becky Smith wrote:
>(Snipped, several points: Library computers not meant for communications
purposes, research not chat...)
> Each library needs to define its purpose in offering internet
> access, and then determine policy based on that purpose. If
> you want to offer access to everything the internet has available,
> do so (and be prepared to deal with all the problems that will
> cause). If you decide to offer access in a more limited form,
> as we did, it still works out well - people have access to the
> information, which is *our* purpose.
>
On the surface, this seems reasonable. I can certainly see spending
budget money on, say Encylopedias on CDROM, not Where Is Carmen San Diego
et al. (Which may be a very fine product but doesn't fit your mission.)
But it didn't ring true.
So I thought about it for a day or two, until I realized what the problem
was. When you offer the internet, you "offer access to everything [it]
has available". That's simply the reality of the situation. To do
otherwise you have to take steps, intervene, actively *prevent* people
from making use of what's out there. It's as if you went through all you
magazines, pulling out the advertisements. It's not access to
information, after all....
Now, admitedly, it's my libertarian biases leaping up, but going out of
your way to say "no" to your clients, simply because you can, is the
mark
of the Goverment Bureacratic Flunky. As librarians, we need to be better
than that. We're the standard every other gvt. agency should aspire to.
Kirsten Edwards
kirstedw@kcls.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:01:06 1998
From: katzen@juno.com (Lenora A Oftedahl)
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
Those people who haven't yet come across the Teletubbies might be
interested in the BBC's official Teletubbies site. It is available at
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/teletubbies/
As I'm not a children's librarian and I don't have any children I can't
really comment on the educational worth of the programme
- however I do work in a university and can confirm the fascination that
it seems to have for undergraduates!
The programme has caused quite a lot of controversy here in the UK and
seems to be hated by parents and loved by kids (and undergrads) -
Teletubby dolls were the 'must have' Xmas present for a lot of children
last year.
Sarah Ormes
Public Library Networking Research Officer
UKOLN
University of Bath
Phone: (01225) 826711
Fax : (01225) 826838
WWW : http://www.ukoln.ac.uk/~lisslo/
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:01:50 1998
From: Sherrie Keshner <proud@aug.com>
ubject: Re: Ezra Jack Keats Foundation Minigrants
How exciting! Is the grant for librarians only?
At 03:18 PM 5/12/98 -0400, you wrote:
>Recently I received a minigrant to do puppets/stories workshops
>with children and parents. The foundation gives up to $500.00
>for projects. The deadline to apply for a minigrant is
>September 15, 1998. Here is the address:
>
>Ezra Jack Keats Foundation, Inc.
>Martin Pope, President
>1005 East 4th Street
>Brooklyn, New York 11230
>Phone 718-252-4047
>Fax 718-252-6605
>
>Sherry Rothberg
>Children's Librarian
>Finkelstein Memorial Library
>Spring Valley, New York
>srothber@rcls.org
>
>
>
>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:12:59 1998
From: Lisa Holonitch <lholonit@freenet.columbus.oh.us>
ubject: Re: book club 7/8 graders
Dear Allene,
A great article about leading book discussions with children appeared in
the April 1998 issue of "School Library Journal." The article starts
on
page 24. Good luck!
Lisa Holonitch
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Columbus, OH
lholonit@freenet.columbus.oh.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:13:32 1998
From: Julie Shatterly <julies@lyon.york.lib.sc.us>
Subject: thank you
Just wanted to issue a big thank you for all the wonderful Western/Cowboy
picture books that everyone suggested. If there's interest I will gladly
send copies of the list.
Julie G. Shatterly
Children's Department Manager
York County Library
P.O. Box 10032
Rock Hill, SC 29731
PH: (803)324-7588
FAX: (803)328-9290
julies@lyon.york.lib.sc.us
Views represented are strictly personal and do not necessarily represent
those of the York County Library.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:13:48 1998
From: Youth Services - Baldwin <youth-bi@metronet.lib.mi.us>
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
Richard, our thoughts about Teletubbies may become an issue when PBS
inevitably releases these as videos that our libraries may wish to have in
our collections. Or our patrons may wish us to have in our collections.
What's the feeling out there about stocking your video collections with
the PBS and other TV shows such as Arthur, Big Comfy Couch, etc.?
Lynn Foltz - Youth Librarian
Baldwin PL Birmingham MI
foltzlyn@metronet.lib.mi.us
On Tue, 12 May 1998, RichardGuy wrote:
>
> >>>>Okay, it's time to talk about Teletubbies . . . . . what's
your
> feeling about this show being marketed . . . . .
>
>
> And while we're at it, since we're going after the big issue of
> Tumbleteevees, how about we all weigh in with other issues of special
import
> to librarians? Where should we stand on the broccoli debate? Is it boxers
or
> briefs? Blue cheese or ranch? Should Barney be allowed in the building? How
> about Bill Gates?
> Librarians are hungry for these issues to be settled, so we can pass
> on our collective wisdom to those who depend on us for judgement.
> I'll go out on a limb. For me it's broccoli, boxers, Blue cheese,
> Beanie Babies, and Bill's money but not Bill.
> Boldly.............
>
>
> Richard K. Moore, Librarian
> Bolsa Grande High School
> Garden Grove, CA
> Email: RichardGuy@AOL.COM
> *********************************************
> Any opinion expressed here should be the opinion of any
> right thinking individual, especially my employer.
> *********************************************
>
>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:17:29 1998
From: Carol A Edwards <edwarc@net-info.com>
Subject: RE: Interview questions
I just want to add that there are some things you don't want to do too. =
Do not ask them in a "test" type situation adult reference questions.
=
This just happened to me,and it was very off-putting. It also made me =
realize that they weren't interested in my knowledge or skill with =
typical kids reference questions or children's reference tools. This was =
reinforced when I asked to see the children's reference collection and =
was treated with an impatient glimpse of a pretty impoverished =
collection, compared to the tools I currently have available to me.
I also think that you might not want to ask the candidate just about =
favorite books. This tells you about them, but I think you want to get a =
sense of the breath and depth of their awareness of the literature. If =
your new person is going to work with a wide range of populations get a =
little more specific in several areas. For example, ask them for some =
books to recommend to use in a toddler storytime, what to recommend to a =
reluctant reader in the 5th grade, what might help out a teacher who =
wants to read story to second graders to introduce a unit on snakes and =
reptiles.=20
I also think asking the candiate to read to real kids is a good idea if =
at all possible. The interaction with actual children will tell you alot =
about the candidates comfort level with kids. Remeber though they are =
going to be nervous, and your ideas about what respectful interview =
clothes are, may have to change.
I'd also recommend that you be ready to communicate about your library =
and the things you are expecting from your new employee. They want to =
find a good fit just as much as you do. Show them the space for office, =
the storytime supplies, have a sample calendar ready for a typical =
week.. if there is such a thing. Most people looking for a job realize =
how different libraries are from each other, so it really helps if you =
can answer their questions.
Carol Edwards
Minneapolis Public Library
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:17:49 1998
From: Downers Grove Jr Room DGS 630-960-1200 <dgjrrm@sls.lib.il.us>
Subject: literary criticisms
We use Masterplots "juvenile and ya literature" and the supplements.
They offer themes and context as well as a plot summary and analysis.
We have both the bound edition and the CD ROM edition on our LAN. [The CD
Rom has mostly adult titles, but once in a while we'll find a juvenile
title.]
Sharon Lawrence
Downers Grove PL
DG, IL 60515
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:18:06 1998
From: Mary Ann Gilpatrick <magilpat@zelda.walnet.walla-walla.wa.us>
ubject: Re: Snake & Lizard Story Time
Hide and snake.
Snake in, snake out (old)
Crafty chameleon
Mary Ann Gilpatrick
Young Peoples' Librarian
Walla Walla Public Library
238 E. Alder
Walla Walla, WA 99362
509-527-4550
fax: 509-527-3748
magilpat@walnet.walla-walla.wa.us
opinions my own, not WWPL, etc etc
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:18:14 1998
From: "Eva Mitnick" <emitnick@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
I think a television show marketed directly to babies and toddlers,
especially such an insipid and poorly executed show as Teletubbies, is
not only unnecessary but obscene. Children that age love repetition,
it's true, and the show offers that in abundance, but they also thrive
on interaction with other people. There is no interaction involved in
watching teletubbies; what a sad sight to see a toddler with that glazed
look on its face, staring at the tv screen. And it is so clear that the
show is intended to make money; witness the shopping frenzy in England
at Christmas time.
Bleah!!! Give them BOOKS!!!!
Eva Mitnick
Children's Librarian
Venice Branch, Los Angeles Public Library
emitnick@hotmail.com
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Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:18:22 1998
From: Julie Linneman <juliel@netconnect.wichita.lib.ks.us>
Subject: Bookbags
At the risk of announcing to everyone just how far behind I am on my
e-mail, I just read the postings about bookbags and wanted to throw in one
other idea. I just recently left a job from a library which had what I
considered to be a very clever concept. The Friends of the Library had
purchased a total of about 3000 canvas bags (1000 at a time over about 6-8
years). The bags had a cute graphic on the front and each bag had a
consecutive number embossed on the front, next to the Children's Library
design. The library took each bag, connected a type of luggage tag with a
metal ring to one of the handles, and on the tag placed a barcode and a
bag number. Then, a staff person would enter the barcode into the
computer database on a record called "Bookbag". When people came to
the
children's library, they could check out a bookbag just like a book.
I believe that people were encouraged to take out more books when they
knew they could get a bookbag to carry them. People could also buy a
similar bag (without "children's library" wording, but instead it said
"Friends of the Library" and had no consecutive numbering) at the
adult
desk. A local company printed the bags for $4.50 each, and we sold them
for about $6.00. The ones that people borrowed had a $6.00 replacement
fee if they were lost (to cover the cost of processing them and so that
they wouldn't accidentally "lose" a bag and pay less than the Friends
bags).
The canvas bags did have to be laundered occasionally, but a local
laundromat did them for us for a good rate.
It was good advertising for the library. People who had purchased bags
from the Friends often forgot to bring them when they came to the library,
so they liked it that they could just check one out. Occasionally we ran
out, and we just had to tell them we didn't have any at the moment. It
does take some space at the front desk to keep them.
We also had donated plastic grocery bags for when it rained.
Hope this helps. By the way, the library served a community of about
45,000 population in Salina, Kansas.
Sincerely,
Julie Linneman
Coordinator of Youth Services
Wichita Public Library
223 S. Main
Wichita, KS 67202
(316) 262-0611
juliel@wichita.lib.ks.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:20:33 1998
From: Claudia Livolsi <clivolsi@www.biblio.org>
ubject: Re: Speakers for C & YA programs
At 04:42 PM 5/12/98 EDT, you wrote:
>>Have you heard any TERRIFIC children's and/or young adult programming
>>speakers? <snip>
Todd Strasser did a program for 7th graders and he was great. In
particular, he does a participatory writing workshop which shows the
components of a successful story and the response was amazing, all hands in
the air, all kids really involved.
Also her Ashley Bryan read poetry and once you have heard him, you will
never think of poetry in the same way again.
>
Claudia Livolsi
Children's Librarian
Monroe Public Library
Monroe, CT
clivolsi@biblio.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:21:03 1998
From: Claudia Livolsi <clivolsi@www.biblio.org>
ubject: Re: Theme boxes
>
>1. What materials do you include in your kits?
We have books and some type of non-book materials, i.e.,
puppets, videos,plastic animals, musical cassettes, play
doctor's kit, etc.
>2. How do you package these kits? (tote bags, plastic bins, etc) - tote bags
>3. How do you store the kits? Are they stored in a public area? Or
> are they stored in a central location away from the public?
They are on a rolling cart next to the circulation desk.
>4. How does your cataloging department process the materials for the
> kits? Is every individual item barcoded? How does your circulation
> department feel about checking these kits in and out?
Every item is barcoded and a list of all items in the kit is
also checked out with the kit. Circ staff isn't crazy about
this procedure, but it's the only way to even attempt to keep
track of all items. Invariably, items which are not returned
or in the kit at check out are not caught by circ staff which
can cause complications later. But, we have not found a
solution.
>5. How many kits do you currently circulate? How many are duplicate
> copies of the same theme?
33 - there are four topics which are duplicated.
>6. How do you maintain these kits? What about funding for
> replacement materials?
The kits are purchased out of our book budget. Initially, they
were funded by a grant but now they are not.
>7. How did you obtain the initial funding to buy the materials to
> supply all the kits? (grant, library funds, etc)
See above
>8. What was the average cost spent per kit intially?
$150-$200. We have from 15-25 items per kit so that it the
hight cost.
>9. Other problems/suggestions:
Easier charge/discharge procedures without compromising
security.
Claudia Livolsi
Children's Librarian
Monroe Public Library
Monroe, CT
clivolsi@biblio.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 20:43:57 1998
From: TECHSERVCLER@orion.mtgr.mtlib.org
Subject: RE: puppets
TRUDY,
LOOK IN DEMCO, THEY HAVE ALOT OF PUPPETS, I BELIVE I SAW A PUPPET OF A
GOOSE IN THERE. IF YOU NEED THE INFORMATION LET ME KNOW.
GOOD LUCK,
LISA WILKES
YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARY ASSISTANT
GREAT FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 21:55:16 1998
From: "Erick Drouillard" <naomi.drouillard@worldnet.att.net>
Subject: On-line cataloging
I am a librarian in an elementary school. I am also taking graduate
courses in Library Science. I am about to automate and I need any
suggestions that would help me with on-line cataloging.
Thanks,
Naomi
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 21:59:57 1998
From: Smith <lsmith@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Job interviews
Am I the only person who would feel silly doing a preschool storytime for
an audience of adults?
I can see asking your candidate to conduct an actual storytime (with
preschoolers) with the librarian doing the hiring observing. But I don't
think I would give the same program to an audience of adults as I would to
an age-appropriate audience.
Lisa Smith
Lindenhurst, NY
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 22:45:52 1998
From: dorthybr@cadvantage.com (Dorothy M. Broderick)
ubject: Library School
As far as I can tell from monitoring other lists' comments, the
ideal school for someone who wants to get an MLS with good youth services
faculty and in the south: University of South Carolina. The only other
school, not in the south, just southern Illinois is the U of IL in Urbana
has good faculty plus the Center for the Children's Books Bulletin.
Broderick
Dorothy M. Broderick
2025 Prairie Lane
Emporia, KS 66801
316-342-6391
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 22:48:46 1998
From: Donnette Hall <dhall@clsn1269.cumberland.lib.nc.us>
Subject: Librarian Vacancies
CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY & INFORMATION CENTER
VACANCIES
CHILDREN'S LIBRARIAN (2)
Bordeaux Branch Library - Position # 1465
North Regional Branch Library - Position # 1209
Seeking energetic children's librarians who will provide programing,
reference services, reader's advisory service and collection development.
INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN (2)
Headquarters Library - Position # 1458
Cliffdale Branch Library - Position # 1265
Need customer-oriented, independent, tactful and courteous librarians who
will provide information services (electronic and print) to include
answering reference questions and assisting with selection of information
resources.
* * * * *
Candidates must possess an ALA accredited MLS degree. Negative drug test
required. Salary: $27,319. Refer to above position numbers. Please
submit resume with references to Ms. Pat Jones, County Personnel, P.O.
Drawer 1829, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Copy to: Donnette Hall, Personnel
Admin. Asst., CCPL&IC, 300 Maiden Lane, Fayetteville, NC 28301-5000.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY & INFORMATION CENTER
Stats:
Total MLS staff = 41 Service Population = 300,000
Headquarters Library 80,000 Square feet Opened 1986
Bordeaux Branch Library 10,000 Square feet Opened 1986
Cliffdale Branch Library 18,000 Square feet Opened 1991
North Regional Branch Library 24,000 Square feet Opened 1998
For further information, contact Donnette Hall, Personnel Administrative
Assistant at (910) 483-1580, FAX: (910) 486-5372; E-Mail:
dhall@cumberland.lib.nc.us.
Please visit our web site at: http://www.cumberland.lib.nc.us
__________________________________________________________________________
| Donnette Hall |
| Personnel Administrative Assistant |
| |
| Mail: Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center |
| 300 Maiden Lane |
| Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301-5000 |
| |
| E-Mail: dhall@cumberland.lib.nc.us |
| http://www.cumberland.lib.nc.us |
| |
| Phone: (910) 483-1580 |
| Fax: (910) 486-5372 |
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 22:48:43 1998
From: Beth Gourley <bag@visuallink.com>
Subject: Job Posting--Children's Services Librarian I
Please post--
Public Library--Children's Services Librarian I. $25,286. Some evenings
& weekends. Major duties: reference, administration of outreach
programs, present programs, collection development. MLS required.
Experience working with children, knowledge of children's literature
desired. Apply by June 12: Handley Regional Library, 100 W. Piccadilly
St. Winchester, VA 22601. Will interview at ALA. EOE. For more details
and application: www.shentel.net/handley-library/position.html
Thank you,
Beth Gourley
--
Handley Regional Library Phone: (540)662-9041
100 West Piccadilly St. Fax: (540)722-4769
P.O. Box 58 email: handley@shentel.net
Winchester, VA 22604
http://www.shentel.net/handley-library/
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 22:49:19 1998
From: Lisa Holonitch <lholonit@freenet.columbus.oh.us>
ubject: Stumper - Merlin
Dear Pubyacers,
Merlin and the Dragons by Jane Yolen, 1995, ISBN:0-525-65214-0 uses a
picture book format to tell a legend about Merlin in which a castle can
not be built because there are two dragons, one red, one white, living
under the ground. Merlin suceeds at ridding himself of them. A patron
recently told us that there is an earlier picture book that tells the same
story, but we can't find it. We've checked McDonald's Storyteller's
Soucebook and many children's librians.
If anyone knows this book or other sources we could consult please respond.
Thanks!!
Scott Lewis & Lisa Holonitch
Lisa Holonitch <lholonit@freenet.columbus.oh.us>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 22:49:28 1998
From: Julie Shatterly <julies@lyon.york.lib.sc.us>
Subject: STUMPER
I have a parent who would like to give this poem to her child's coach
sometime really soon, but we have no idea where to find the poem!
She said the poem was given to her when her son played hockey in
Wisconsin. Her son's coach gave it to all the parents. The poem is meant
to be inspirational. It starts out by talking about a boy that plays a
sport (she can't remember which one). Then it talks about how the boy
can't play well and the parents & other kids make fun of the boy.
Eventually, in the last few lines, the mother of the boy states something
like, "don't make fun because he's my son."
The parent said it was a fairly long poem and she had no idea if it came
from a book, magazine, etc. I've checked our small poetry book collection
and a few poetry anthologies, but no luck. Anybody out there with an
idea, please e-mail me directly and I'll reply to the list if there's
interest.
Julie G. Shatterly
Children's Department Manager
York County Library
P.O. Box 10032
Rock Hill, SC 29731
PH: (803)324-7588
FAX: (803)328-9290
julies@lyon.york.lib.sc.us
Views represented are strictly personal and do not necessarily represent
those of the York County Library.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 23:20:25 1998
From: Jeanne Steinbrenner <jsteinbr@mcls.rochester.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Re: VeggieTales by Phil Vischer Productions
kathyb wrote:
>
> These videos are being heavily advertised and marketed in Target,
> K-Mart, and Christian bookstores. Do any of you have them in your
> libraries? Have any of you seen any? What is your opinion of these?
> Please respond to me.
> Kathyb@anoka.lib.mn.us
Kathy: I don't have Veggie Tale videos in our library (although it's
not a bad idea), but I have one at home for my own children. Very
cute. Would recommend them highly.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 23:21:06 1998
From: "Candice Morris" <cmorris@mtlib.org>
ubject: Penguin Craft Ideas
We have a visiting storyteller every summer who does creative dramatics with
the kids. This year he's doing "Tacky the Penguin" by Helen
Lester...one of
my personal favorites. However, he also wants to do a craft project at the
end of this program. Crafts are definitely not my forte, so does anybody
have an idea for an easy penguin craft project?
Thanks in advance,
Candice Morris Lewis & Clark Library http://www.mth.mtlib.org/
Youth Services Librarian 120 S. Last Chance Gulch Helena, MT 59601
cmorris@mtlib.org 406 447-1690 ex.15 Fax 406 447-1687
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu May 14 23:41:41 1998
From: Pam Koehler <pkoehler@wcic.cioe.com>
Subject: Re: Good schools for MLS
Janel,
I got my Masters at Florida State almost 10 years ago. At that time Dr.
Hart was doing a great job with library services to youth. I'm not sure
about the transfer of courses, but they do also offer a degree as a media
specialist.
Pam
pkoehler@wcic.cioe.com
Watson, Janel wrote:
> I am currently a high school librarian making the move to public
> librarianship. I am looking at ALA accredited schools to complete my
> MLS. Does anyone know of a good school in The South<snip>
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