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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:49 1998
From: DAISYWAGES <DAISYWAGES@aol.com>
Subject: Re: puppets
have you tried Folkmanis Puppets in Carmichael, Calif. These puppets are
beautiful and very inexpensive. Particularly if you buy as a library or
friends group, if you spend $200.00 they are half price. Their finger puppets
are great also. If you are interested in the address, etc., e-mail me
privately and I'll have to look into getting the address-just threw my catalog
away.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:50 1998
From: CCullum621 <CCullum621@aol.com>
Subject: RE: Shipping Charges
I'm curious about a problem I had with a company. This was with a
personal shipment but I was wondering if anyone else has experienced
this situation either in their private life or with a work order.
I called in an order to a company and had the item charged to my
credit card. When it arrived I had 2 of the same item in two seperate
boxes and was charged for 2 items. When I called they company said
they would credit my account upon return of the second item.
I was told that I would have to pay to have the second item shipped back
and that they don't credit for shipping. Even though I told them I had not
requested this second item they said their order form showed I asked for
two. When phoning an order if the person taking the order makes a mistake
it seems the customer is still responsible for it.
Has this happened to anyone else and were you able to get any satisfaction.
Thanks in advance for letting me vent today.
Send any answers to:
Carolyn Cullum
CCullum621@aol.com
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:53 1998
From: "Mindy Schafer" <mschafer@tln.lib.mi.us>
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
As a parent of a 21-month old daughter, I have to say that this show
is NOT something I would allow her to watch. I must say I was
disappointed with my local PBS station when they decided to air this
program. Other than the occassional videos shown on their tummies,
I felt the show was ridiculous. When children are at an age when
verbal development is key, blabbering overstuffed "aliens" are no
help to this development.
As far as parents helping to promote interaction is concerned, I
would hate to rely on this as the key to making the show worthwhile.
Unfortunately television is frequently used for quite the
opposite reason--a babysitter so mom and dad can make important
phone calls or tend to other business without interuption.
For a show that is truly interactive and educational (aside from
Sesame Street) that my daughter does watch twice a week, try
Blue's Clues on Nickelodeon Jr. It is tested on tots and
preschoolers and their voices are heard in response to questions
asked from the host. A great show!
My opinion as a mom of a toddler!
*************************
* Mindy Schafer *
*Youth Services Librarian*
* Novi Public Library *
* Novi, Michigan *
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:50 1998
From: Diane Burrough <diane@explorer3.pioneer.lib.ok.us>
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
This is kind of off the subject as far as the educational value of
Teletubbies, but I also had heard that one of them was supposed to be gay
because he is male but carries a purse.
I've only seen a few minutes of the show (although my cats seem to enjoy
watching it!) but my question is how can you tell whether they are male or
female?
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:51 1998
From: Esther Rickelton <esthrick@kcls.org>
Subject: RE: Interview questions
Dear Ann,
Interview questions that give the best results are related to the =
tasks and competencies the job will require. So start with what you =
want your candiate to be able to do or to know. Then look for evidence =
that he or she has previously been able to do it successfully or has =
training or an aptitude in those areas. =20
Knowledge of the literature, and ability to get along with children =
and parents are primary of course. =20
Asking them to describe the elements of a storytime and how it =
differs
from a toddler time or a school program tells you if there is an =
understanding of child development.=20
Telling a story is legal. For all those who feel silly telling a story =
to adults, remember that these adults are looking for how well you tell =
it to kids. Just pretend that the interviewers are kids.
Few children's librarians have the luxury of dealing only with kids.
If you expect this one to work the reference desk or be the only =
librarian in the building, then you need to know that there is a =
knowledge of basic
adult reference tools as well as the ability to deal with difficult =
situations.
Good luck.
Esther Rickelton
Associate Director for Public Services
King County Library System
206 296-5290 FAX 253 850 9872
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:54 1998
From: Jeri Kladder <jkladder@freenet.columbus.oh.us>
ubject: Re: Penguin Craft Ideas
Tacky the Penguin is a great story! How about collecting a whole
lot of old clothing and fabric and having the kids design Tacky-wear?
How about making penguin feet to tape to the bottoms of shoes or
rubber band to the tops so they can walk around like penguins?
How about making a huge mural with new episodes of Tacky adventures?
Hope these help. - jeri
Jeri Kladder, Children's Librarian & Storyteller
jkladder@freenet.columbus.oh.us
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Columbus, Ohio
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:54 1998
From: Catherine Williams <wcatheri@freenet.columbus.oh.us>
ubject: Re: puppet theaters
Cindy,
PVC pipe is lightweight, and can be stored in a small sapce, but
after taking it apart and re-assembling it a few dozen times, it will
loose it's fit. Also, it is so light that you'll need sandbags or
something to keep it stable. Of course, you may not be as exhuberant and
physical as we are!
Anyway -- we have a huge oak thing that was built for us. I like
it, but, again, storing it and re-assembling it has beaten the thing up
badly. We have researched a few places, and even talked to a tent-maker,
but have found no one who already has a product we'd like.
If you find a stage you like, please let us know!
Cathy Williams
wcatheri@freenet.columbus.oh.us
Center for Discovery, Main, Columbus Metropolitan Library, OH
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:53 1998
From: Edmonds Reference Library <edmref@sno-isle.org>
Subject: Re: catalog info
Normally I'd reply directly to Melissa but this company is pretty hard
to track down so I thought others would be interested to know. After
bouts of being distributed by Rhino and Time-Life, Music for Little
People seems to be distributing their own music again. Their toll free
number is 1-800-346-4445. I called and verified it.
Jonathan Betz-Zall, Children's Librarian, Edmonds Library, Wash.
edmref@sno-isle.org
Melissa Orth wrote:
> Does anyone have phone information for the company "Music for Little
> People? We need a catalog and have an address but we are pressed for
> time. Hopefully the company has an 800 number?
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:54 1998
From: Jeri Kladder <jkladder@freenet.columbus.oh.us>
ubject: Re: Teens Hanging Out
Well, at the risk of being flamed (it happens occasionally) I
would like to offer my two cents.
Young Adults are people first. I have a hard time with libraries
that have different standards of behavior for different age groups. Have
you ever worked or visited a library in a predominantly retirement
community? The noise level, because of hearing impairments is incredible
sometimes! Have you ever been at the exit of a 90+ Toddler Story Time?
Not only are they talking---they're singing, crying, whining, screeching---
Isn't it great that your Young Adults find the library a GOOD
place to come and enjoy? Just be consistent with your application of the
noise rules. I've actually been cheered when I walked past a moderately
noisy group of young adults to quiet an even noisier couple of business
men arguing U.S. Govt. fiscl policy (granted, this was a few years ago).
If you approach the group with "I really don't want to know your
business but I can't help it when you speak this loudly" you should get
some cooperation.
And, yes, you should help them get the information they need. But
maybe you can offer them more than they realize they wanted by going that
extra mile to enhance their original information request. Or suggest two
or three other books to go with the one they are asking for.
Or, just talking with them like they are human beings worth
talking to. For some young adults, this doesn't happen very often. You
could be the first. Make it a trend!
I'll quietly get off my soap box now. As always, the views I
express are wholely apart from my employers'--but happily they do often
cooincide. - jeri
Jeri Kladder, Children's Librarian & Storyteller
jkladder@freenet.columbus.oh.us
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Columbus, Ohio
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:52 1998
From: Jeri Kladder <jkladder@freenet.columbus.oh.us>
ubject: Re: Job interviews
Well, if you are going to have parents and caregivers in your programs,
which is a great thing to do, you will have to get over being embarassed
at doing all that silly stuff kids love. Sure, the interview situation is
stressful and not the best venue for doing a preschool story time. But,
don't you think your interviewers know that too? And, if they are
children's librarians or in sympathy with children's services, they'll
have the time of their lives if you relax and have a good time too. - jeri
Jeri Kladder, Children's Librarian & Storyteller
jkladder@freenet.columbus.oh.us
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Columbus, Ohio
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:10:53 1998
From: RPHUD <RPHUD@aol.com>
Subject: Re: catalog info
Melissa -
The phone # for Music for Little People is 1-800-727-2233. They have a
wonderful catalog!
Lorri Huddy
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:13:25 1998
From: Mary K Chelton <mchelton@carrollsweb.com>
ubject: Message from Kay Vandergrift
Kay asked me to post this for interested subscribers.
Mary K.
>I am very pleased to share with you a new Advanced Certificate Program in
>"Youth Literature and Technology" that we will offer at Rutgers
>University, SCILS. You will find details on this in our website at:
><<http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/de/litandtech.html>http://www.scils.rutgers.
>edu/de/litandtech.html><http://www.scils.rutgers.e/>http://www.scils.rutgers
>.e
>du/de/litandtech.html
>Since this will be offered online it may interest many of you as an
>alternative way to continue your professional development. I will gladly
>answer questions about our program.
>Kay
>Kay E. Vandergrift, Professor
>Director of Distance Education
>School of Communication, Information and Library Studies
>Rutgers University
>kvander@scils.rutgers.edu
><<http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/special/kay/kayhp2.html>http://www.scils.rut
>gers.edu/special/kay/kayhp2.html><http://www.scils.rutg/>http://www.scils.ru
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>ers.edu/special/kay/kayhp2.html
><<http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/de/index.html>http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/d
>e/index.html><http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/de>http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/de
>/index.html
>
>Kay E. Vandergrift, Professor
>Director of Distance Education
>School of Communication, Information and Library Studies
>Rutgers University
>kvander@scils.rutgers.edu
>
>http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/special/kay/kayhp2.html
>
>http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/de/index.html
>
Mary K. Chelton, PhD (+ 25 years library experience) New address: 9/1/98
School of Library and Information Management Graduate School of
Library &
Emporia State University Information Studies
1200 Commercial Queens College
Emporia, KS 66801 254 Rosenthal
Library
work: (316) 341-5071 Flushing, NY 11367
home: (316) 342-9277 work: (718) 997-3790
(owned by Copper Creek's Spaetzlle, a Vizsla)
Please note new e-mail address: mchelton@carrollsweb.com
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:13:11 1998
From: "kscalley" <kscalley@capecod.net>
Subject: Compiled List of Snake And Lizard Ideas
Thanks again for all the wonderful ideas. Here is the compiled list ideas
that were E Mailed to me:
SNAKES
Books
Watkins, Sherrin: Green Snake Ceremony
Durant, Alan: Snake Supper
Slotboom, Wendy: King Snake
Shannon, George: April Showers
Walsh, Ellen: Mouse Count
Coxe, Molly: The Great Snake Escape
Gray, Libba: Small Green Snake
McNulty, Faith: A Snake in the House
Johnson, Angela: The Girl Who Wore Snakes
Kastner, Jill: Snake Hunt
Polisar, Barry: The Snake Who Was Afraid of People
Allard, Harry: The Cactus Flower Bakery
Baker, Keith: Hide and Snake
Smith, Mavis: A Snake Mistake
Ungerer,Tomi: Crictor-I have a large Snake I made out of green
fabric that we use to play "jump rope" like the children in the story(
We
only, slowly, swing the rope back and forth, it's to heavy and they're too
young to use it like a real jump rope.)
Blassingame, W: Pecos Bill and the Wonderful Clothesline Snake
-Hide and snake.
-Snake in, snake out (old)
-The Snake That Sneezed-can be acted out or done as a flip chart or on the
flannelboard. A Folkmanis puppet that swallows.
-Baby Rattlesnake told by Te Ata and adapted by Lynnn Moroney, illustrated
by Veg Reisberg
Song:
Shel Silverstein's I'm Being Swallowed By A Boa Constrictor,
especially nicely sung by Peter, Paul, & Mary on Peter, Paul & Mommy.
Activities:
*Take a round paper plate and draw a spiral so that there is about 1.5"
between the lines and the "head" of the snake is in the center of the
plate. Tie a yarn tongue to the end of the head. Have children color their
snake plate. Then you or helpful moms cut out along the spiral. Children can
hold their snake by the tongue, run, and it spirals along behind them. Or
they can hang it by the tongue and watch it twirl in the breeze.
*Rattles: Place some sunflower seeds or dried beans in 2 small
paper cups; tape open ends together, and insert 12" dowel or stick through
the bottom of 1 cup and secure; decorate, and shake the rattle.
Snakeskin: Use side(s) of crayon(s) to make sidewalk rubbings on
a strip of brown paper (grocery bags are free). Draw and cut a long
straight or curvy piece of "snakeskin". Use correct sizes of paper for
snakes from small garter snakes (bookmark size) to coral snakes (height
growth chart size) to anacondas (bookshelf or circulation length display
size).
*I like to use yarn or cut rubberbands and do Sally the Swinging Snake by
Palmer.
*Also, usually in the spring I do egg stories and we talk about all the
different animals that come from
eggs, then we have an egg hunt. Each child finds one egg and they contain
either a snake, lizard, turtle or crocodile shape cut out of fun foam. This
year I changed it a little. We talked about how some animals bury their
eggs then we "dug" for eggs hidden in a box of packing peanuts.
*Necktie snakes-fill with polyfill and sew/glur ends closed. Add wiggly eyes
and long felt tongue. When making your snake leave the tag on the underside
children put snake around their neck and put their finger through the tag to
make
them move. Use a dowel to poke stuffing down the tie.
LIZARDS
Books
Allen, Kate: Lizard Who Followed Me Home
DuQuette, Keith:Hotel Animal
Hooks, William: Mr. Dinosaur
Sis, Peter: Komodo
Johnson, Tony: The Iguana Brothers
Seymour,Tres :I Love My Buzzard
Shannon, George:Lizard's Song-You can extend it
by using other animal puppets and asking the children to come up with
verses about where each makes its home. By the end of the story, all the
children are singing along!
Crafty chameleon
Activities:
*Beaded Lizard: Use pony beads and string, yarn or cord to make
lizards; follow picture in Crafts-and-Things magazine advertisement.
"Beanie" Lizard: Trace, cut, and stitch or glue together 2 simple
outlines of a lizard on felt, fabric or paper, leaving a hole for filling
with small beans, sand or rice. Draw, stitch, or glue on eyes and
patterns on the back and underside. Stitch or glue up the hole.
Heavyweight snakes can become paperweights on desks; small lizards can
become wearable nature by gluing or stitching on a pinback or safety pin
on the underside.
*Lizard Soap-mix Ivory snow flakes (2 cups) and 1/4 cup of water into a
plastic bag
to mix. Take out and shape into a soap ball and hide plastic lizard inside..
Let dry on plastic meat tray for 2 days.
Resources and other ideas:
Don't forget to include some nonfiction books and share "real"
information about snakes. I particularly like sharing A Gathering Of
Garter Snakes by Bianca Lavies. She explains how she overcame her fear of
snakes to take the pictures.
We use the video The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate The Wash by Trinka Hakes Noble.
Story Hour: 55 Preschool Story Times For Public Libraries (McFarland,
1995). There is a 4-program series on Reptiles and Amphibians. Kidstuff,
vol. 3 # 11 has several programs on snakes.
Ann Scalley
kscalley@capecod.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:12:37 1998
From: Catherine Chesher <cchesh@tc3net.com>
Subject: RE: Computers in the Children's Room
>1. Do you have you computers hooked up to a CD changer or a tower and if
>so, what brand.
WE have 2 Panasonic 5-disc 12X changers in each of our PC's. They're =
daisy-chained together
>2. What problems, if any, have you had with the CD changer or tower.
First, you need to have someone on staff (or hire someone) who has the =
know-how to install the changers. Because we have 10 programs installed =
on a PC and because of the changers, some of the software does not "play =
well with others". Some programs just won't work. Some freeze up or the =
screen goes blank, etc. Part of the problem is that our PC's are "too =
good" for some of our programs. I don't know if these are really =
"changer" problems or software compatability problems. I tend to think
=
the latter. Most of the problems are mostly a nuisance and I've been =
able to take care of most of them I've used <ctrl> <alt> <del>
many =
times.
One other problem is that some CD's have to be in specific drives of the =
changers to work and that gets confusing.
>3. If you do not have a CD changer or tower, how do you handle changing
>CD-ROM discs when patrons want to use different programs. Do you change
>the discs or do you have an assistant or page that handles the =
>computers?
I wanted to avoid this so we wouldn't have to do this. (I'm glad we =
did, even with our problems) One of our computers will have to be =
handled like this, though. Or so says our "technical" expert. The =
reference software we want to put on it just won't work with the =
changers.
>4. What would you do differently if you had the chance to start over =
>with setting up the computers in the children's room.
I don't know what I would do differently, even with some of our =
problems. If we had unlimited funds I'd probably go with towers and =
networking, BUT, that's not reality.
>5. Do you require a computer orientation before you allow children to =
>use the computers and what does the orientation envolve.
Not really, Just an informal, short this is how you choose a game, =
adjust the headphone volume, etc.
>I know this is a lot to ask for but I would really appreciate the
>assistance.
No problem. If you work in a small library, like I do, these are very =
specific concerns that aren't going to be solved for you. And these are =
things most of us don't learn in library school. Let me know if you =
have any other questions.
Cathy Chesher
Adrian Public Library
Adrian, Michigan
cchesh@tc3net.com
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:14:50 1998
From: Julie Shatterly <julies@lyon.york.lib.sc.us>
Subject: BIB: cowboy/western books
Wow! Wow! Wow! I received a huge amount of mail requesting copies of
the cowboy picture books. I apologize if this list clogs your mailbox,
just delete if you're not interested. My goal for my list was to stick
pretty strictly with the 3-5 age limit. I'll also be telling these
stories to about 40 little ones and I knew they had to keep their
attention. Here goes:
My top favorites that I'll definitely use for the storytime:
Sing Sophie! by Dayle Ann Dodds A little girl likes to sing country
songs, but nobody wants to listen to her until her baby brother won't stop
crying one night.
Cowboy Bunnies by Christine Loomis Rhyming verse and sweet pictures show
bunnies doing "cowboy things."
Cowboy Baby by Sue Heap When Sheriff Pa comes to put Cowboy Baby to bed,
Cowboy Baby must first find Texas Ted, Denver Dog, and Hank
the Horse.
Way Out West Lives a Coyote Named Frank by Jillian Lund A simple, but
really really cute look at what a coyote does when he lives in the western
desert.
The Three Little Javelinas by Susan Lowell (A little long for my 3-5's,
but I'll probably tell it while I show the pictures.) A fractured fairy
tale of the three little pigs, but featuring southwestern javelinas.
I also love Armadillo Rodeo by Jan Brett, but it too is a little long. So
I might find a way to tell it with props. We will definitely be making an
armadillo assembly line for our SR festival. I'll cut out armadillo body
parts ahead of time, then kids can tape on and color onto a paper plate
the body parts to make their own armadillo. Jan Brett also has a
wonderful homepage featuring this story and many others.
Carolyn Feller Bauer presented a cute way to tell Harry's Birthday by
Barbara Ann Porte. She suggested buying some cheap cowboy hats, putting
them in gift bags and everytime he receives another hat for his birthday -
pulling out another hat. I bought some of those mini doll cowboy hats and
put them in little gift bags. Then when I pull them out I put them on my
Max the Bunny. The kids really enjoy this.
For songs: "Home on the Range" is a good song to try out with the
kids.
Also, I think I'll
probably make up something like the "cowboy shuffle" similar to the
hokey
pokey, but the kids will "ride their horse," "take off their
hats," "rope
a steer," etc.
Also, I'll show some actual pictures of cowboys. The new Gail Gibbons -
Yippee-Yay!: A Book About Cowboys & Cowgirls is a good choice.
I also forgot to mention the book Cowboy Small by Lois Lenski. A good,
very simple, very basic look at what cowboys do. We don't have a copy and
the book is out of print, so I borrowed a copy from a neighboring library,
made copies of the pages and am going to color them. We'll see how it
turns out.
The runner-up books I would have used for the 3-5 storytime are:
Bubba the Cowboy Prince Helen Ketteman
Little Red Cowboy Hat Susan Lowell
One There was a Bull...Frog Rick Walton (I haven't seen it yet, but
got on good recommendation that it's a good one.)
Saving Sweetness Diane Stanley
Just Like My Dad Tricia Gardella
A great idea book is: Westward Ho! An Activity Guide to the Wild West by
Laurie Carlson. Also, Step-By-Step Paper Fun for Kids by Marion Elliot
has a cute idea for making a cowboy hat/mask (it also has other cute paper
crafts.) I can't find the book anymore, but you canmake a rocking type
horse out of a paper plate and somebody suggested on my e-mail (sorry I
can't
remember who that was) making a vest out of a paper bag.
Ugh... this goes on forever and forever... by no means are my book
selections the best, they just suit me for what I'm doing with them. So,
in addition to the following cowboy books I'm listing don't forget about
the other related subjects: cows, horses, ranch life, robbers and outlaws,
and there's no telling how much you can find with native americans.
A special thanks to Loretta Frazer with Greenville County Library for her
Happy Tales" list and the exceptional librarians on PUBYAC who helped with
this list!
Alarcon Louella Mae She's Run Away
Birchman Jigsaw Jackson
Birney Tyrannosaurus Rex
Cole Winni Alfours
Dadey Shooting Star: Annie Oakley the Legend (biography)
Davis Rickety Witch
Enderle Nell Nugget and the Cow Caper
Everett The One That Got Away
Gardella Casey's New hat
Gerrard Rosie and the Rustlers
Gerrard Wagons West
Harper Jalapeno Hal
Hooker Matthew the Cowboy
Janeczko Home on the Range (poetry)
Johnston The Cowboy and the Black-Eyed Pea
Karas Home on the Bayou
Khalsa Cowboy Dreams
Kimmel Four Dollars and Fifty Cents
McGraith Pecos Bill (biography)
Morris Longhorn on the Move
Prelutsky The Sheriff of Rottenshot (poetry)
Noble Meanwhile Back at the Ranch
Ratz de Tagyos Showdown at Lonesome Pellet
Reed Rattlesnake Stew
Rounds Cowboys
Rounds Once We Had a Horse
Scott Cowboy Country
Shepard The Legend of Lightning Larry
Sullivan Gradpa was a Cowboy
Thiel The Polka Dot Horse
Tucker Do Cowboys Ride Bikes?
Yorinks Whitefish Wil Rides Again
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 Mon May 18 11:13:00 1998
From: "Jacqueline Howard" <jhoward@ican.net>
ubject: Children's T.V. & Information Literacy
Hello,
The discussion about "Teletubbies" and young children watching t.v.
has been interesting. I have watched the program a number of times. I liked the
gentleness of the little children and the animals. However I found it difficult
to watch the entire program myself without young children present.
"Teletubbies" has spiked my curiousity and I will
to 'monitor' it.
I think television viewing can be informative for young children. Recently,
while getting her pre-kindergarten shots at the doctor's, my five year old
great-niece didn't cry. When her mother commented on this, she responded
"Mr. Rogers said it wouldn't hurt and it didn't. That's why I didn't
cry." (a reference to "Mr. Roger's Neighbourhood"). This family
story prompted a discussion in our large family about the usefulness of Mr.
Roger's information books for young children.
Sometimes, as librarians, we tend to be overly critical of television viewers.
It is a myth to think that all children are plopped down in front of the 'boob
tube'. A lot of North American families critically watch t.v. It is another myth
to think that were it not for television, more children be reading. Television
programs like "Reading Rainbow" have had a significant influence on
children's book choices.
If we look at watching television as a part of developing 'information literacy'
(and not merely as entertainment or 'babysitting'), would we not as a profession
support television viewing and program excellence to young families? Is it not
similar to promoting reading and good books to the same group?
Sincerely,
Jackie Howard
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Jacqueline Howard
B.A., M.S.W., M.L.I.S.
Social Worker, Librarian
& Storyteller
Toronto Canada
jhoward@ican.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 11:14:42 1998
From: "Betsy Stroome" <bstroome@lafayette.lib.co.us>
Subject: Magic: the Gathering tournaments
We are preparing for our first summer in a new building - 10 times =
larger than the old. In the six months we've been open, lots of kids =
have discovered that this is a relatively friendly place. One of the =
community's goals in building this library was to make the library a =
community "hub", a community center of sorts, and we're anticipating =
that many kids, both supervised and unsupervised, will be spending time =
here this summer. We are planning all kinds of activities (movies, =
board games, crafts, special events) to keep things running smoothly. =20
There are not many other places for kids to congregate. Recently, the =
card/comic store in town, which has been a major hangout for preteen and =
teen boys, has just announced that it is closing. It will be closed by =
the time school lets out in June. We are thinking about adding a =
tournament to our schedule of events for the summer (Magic or Star =
Wars). Have any of you done this? Did you run it yourselves, or did =
you recruit someone who really knows how to play to help? What about =
providing space for kids to play occasionally, or on a regular basis?
TIA. I really appreciate the collective wisdom of this list!
Betsy Stroomer
Lafayette Public Library
Lafayette, CO
bstroome@lafayette.lib.co.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 17:52:40 1998
From: aparadise@juno.com
Subject: House that...
Thanks to the many respondents! The House That Crack Built and the
Caribbean-style illus ny Snow seem to be the best candidates. I called
the patron today, and hope she will find the information of use.
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
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 17:52:53 1998
From: Keith Hayes <KEITHH@mail.co.leon.fl.us>
Subject: Non-sexist picture books
Look out! Lurker decloaking.
Hey Y'all,
I'm a Youth Services librarian at the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public
Library in Tallahassee, FL. We are trying to compile a list of
gender-neutral material for toddlers and preschoolers. All the lists I've
found are not very current, so I'm trying to emphasize books published
within the last decade(but not exclusively).
Has anyone already created something similar or does anyone have any
suggestions?
Please help!
TIA
Keith Hayes
keithh@mail.co.leon.fl.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 17:53:04 1998
From: Christian et Nancy Meloche <meloche@worldnet.net>
ubject: If a tree fell......quote question
Hi pubyacers,
This is my first posting so thanks, in advance, for your help ! I am asking
this question for our reference librarian and a patron. The patron is
looking for the author of the ever famous quote about the tree falling in
the forest. It goes something like this:
If a tree falls in a forest and there is no one there to hear it does it
make a noise ?
The second quote question from Emmerson. The patron knows only this line
and would like to find the source. This is what she has "The days are
gods..."
I enjoy reading your questions and comments and get mnay, many great ideas.
What a group of people ! Congrats to all who participate and thanks!
Please send responses directly to me - thanks so much!
Nancy Meloche
Head of Children's & Young Adult Services
American Library in Paris
meloche@worldnet.fr
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Christian and Nancy Meloche, Paris, France
"The real voyage of discovery consists not
in seeking new landscapes but in having new
eyes."
Marcel Proust
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Mon May 18 17:59:34 1998
From: Barb Scott <scottba@oplin.lib.oh.us>
Subject: Stumper: Three Bad Angels...
PUBYAC WISDOM....
Okay, here is another stumper for you to figure out. An elderly
patron (86 years old) called today and would like to know the author and
the title of this book:
It is about 3 bad angels. She could not remember much about it,
other than these three little angels had halos on in the wrong places
(hanging on wing, etc.) and one was reading a book upside down, one was
sticking his/her tongue out, etc.). She said that a pastor's wife
presented the book at a Current Events club meeting probably 20 years ago.
She also said that there were figurines (?) that went with it.
If you know the author/title of this book, please send that
information directly to me at:
scottba@oplin.lib.oh.us
Thank you,
Barbara Scott
Children's Librarian
Bucyrus, Ohio 44820
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