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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:45 1998
From: ANNE@GARY.LIB.IN.US
Subject: Early Humans titles
I was looking for books on the subject today and discovered that our collection
is very outdated- most recent are 10-15 years old and some from '53-'60s. If
anyone has any stellar recommendations- I will post to the list. TIA, Anne
From: ANNE@GARY.LIB.IN.US
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:42 1998
From: Jocelyn Shaw <jshaw@remc4.k12.mi.us>
ubject: Stumper answer
Thanks to all who answered my stumper. The Tweedle battle is from Fox in Socks!
Jocelyn Shaw, MLIS
Youth Services/Web mistress
Hackley Public Library
jshaw@remc4.k12.mi.us
http://www.muskegon.k12.mi.us/library/hackley.htm
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:42 1998
From: "Roudman, Leonard" <lroudman@mail.contra-costa.lib.ca.us>
Subject: 3rd Grade Historical Fiction
PUBYACers:
Would you please send me any suggestions for 3rd Grade Historical Fiction
titles. The books have to be fairly short , but must appeal to this age
group. I'll post the suggestions on PUBYAC. Thank-you ahead of time.
Leonard Roudman
San Ramon Library
San Ramon, CA
lroudman@mail.contra-costa.lib.ca.us
ps
Don't forget to send your suggestions to my E-mail address and not to
PUBYAC.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:45 1998
From: bvetter@hampton.lib.nh.us
Subject: Stumper
A patron is looking for a copy of a biography of Knute Rockne that
she read as a child, about 30 years ago. She remembers that it
described his life in Norway as well as his career in football.
Any ideas?
TIA,
Beverly
Beverly Vetter, Children's Librarian
Lane Memorial Library, Hampton, NH
603-926-4729
bvetter@hampton.lib.nh.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:42 1998
From: Brenda Hauck <hauckbr@oplin.lib.oh.us>
Subject: Mystery with sound effects
I am the young adult specialist for our library. I will be going out to
the public schools to speak to 5th and 6th graders about our summer
reading program "Read Books - Get a Clue". I plan on telling them
about what's happening at the library and explain the summer reading
program to them. I will be left with about 7 minutes to entertain
them.
I thought it would be fun for them if I read them a children's
mystery book (with many sound effects) and bring in items for them to
produce the sound effects. Unfortunately, the titles that I have come
across do not provide many opportunities to add sound effects. Can anyone
make any suggestions as far as titles? Also, it doesn't have to be a
mystery, but I would prefer it to be based on the theme. TIA
Brenda Hauck
Young Adult Specialist
Swanton Public Library
305 Chestnut St.
Swanton, OH 43558
419-826-2760 voice
419-826-1020 fax
hauckbr@oplin.lib.oh.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:43 1998
From: Donna Bright <dbright@main.tbpl.thunder-bay.on.ca>
ubject: Re: Looking for CDROM recommendations/sources
The periodical Children's Software Review has a website with +3100 product
reviews. The address is:
www.childrenssoftware.com
I have found both the periodical and the website useful.
Products popular at our library: the Broderbund Living Books titles
(particularly the Arthur titles), the Magic School Bus titles, Busytown
(although the sounds drive me crazy), various Disney products. There are
many good titles. Watch out for Disney's Ready to Read with Winnie the
Pooh. The Children's Software Review has a Lemon report in which it
identifies problem disks. The March/April 1998 issue identifies a freezing
up problem with this product. We already owned this disk and when I took
it home to try it out - it responded just as predicted.
Please email me directly if you have other questions.
Donna Bright (dbright@tbpl.thunder-bay.on.ca)
Children's Services Librarian
Thunder Bay Public Library
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Canada
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:43 1998
From: Barb Scott <scottba@oplin.lib.oh.us>
Subject: Flag stumper answered, we think!
Fellow Pubyaccers:
A week or so ago I posted a question to the collective
intelligence on how to fold the Ohio flag, which is burgee-shaped. I
received several answers, one of which we are going to forward on to the
patron. I don't have the sheet in front of me, but someone from Columbus
Metropolitan library had asked me to send along the answer if I received
one. Thank you to Leslie (I believe!) who sent along this answer (which
she had posed to another listserv):
Take the flag and fold up and in the points until the flag is a a
rectangle shape, then fold the same as you would any other flag.
It made sense to us! Once again, thanks!
Barbara Scott, Children's Librarian
Bucyrus Public Library
Bucyrus, Ohio 44820
scottba@oplin.lib.oh.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:45 1998
From: "Shawn M. Thrasher" <zephyr@kcnet.com>
Subject: Stumper
Here's a stumper for all of you super librarians out there!
A group of kids (number unknown) travels to another planet (probably
Venus). This planet is completely covered with water, but somehow they
can breathe underwater. There they meet mermaids (with mirrors?), and a
giant underwater sea creature of some sort named Ka. Sound familiar?
Email me at zephyr@kcnet.com. Thanks in advance! shawn thrasher
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:44 1998
From: susand@ci.hillsboro.or.us
Subject: stumper - futuristic short story
I hope someone out there can help with this patron's stumper:
Short story read aloud to his class when he was a child (20 - 30 years
ago). A teacher is being forced to say good-bye to a classroom of
students. She leaves in tears and is replaced by a young, sharply
dressed person, who tells the children that their former teacher's "old
ways" were no longer acceptable. Apparently there has been some sort of
war going on, but the children are assured that their side didn't lose
the war at all. Then the teacher suggests that wouldn't it be nice if
each of them were to get to take a piece of their classroom flag home
with them - so the American flag is cut into little pieces. There is
also some talk of "wouldn't it be fun if the adults had to go to school
just like you do", and the reader gets the feeling that the adults are
going to be sent somewhere to be brainwashed, just as the teacher is
trying to do to the children. Patron describes the story as "somewhat
chilling".
Does this sound familiar to anyone? TIA for your help!
Susan Dunn
Youth Services Librarian
Hillsboro (OR) Public Library
susand@ci.hillsboro.or.us
Rock is dead. Long live scissors and paper!
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 10:45:42 1998
From: Charlotte Lesser <clesser@keene.edu>
Subject: Stumper - little witch stuck in tree
Help! A patron remembers a book she read around 1973 about a little
witch who gets stuck in a tree because her broom breaks down. A little
girl rescues her and lets her sleep in her closet. Then the girl (and
her mom?) try to talk the little witch into not being a witch anymore.
Sound familiar?
Thanks!
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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 Wed May 27 10:45:42 1998
From: EN_ELEANOR@4cty.org
Subject: Stumper - story about an imaginary pet
Greetings,
TIA for attempting to answer the following stumper. We have a "teacher
patron" who would very much like to find this book for classroom
discussion. We've checked every conceivable possibility with no luck.
The story involves an imaginary or fantastic pet. The pet is described
in general terms throughout the short book, and the children are then
left to imagine its exact description. The book has been recommended for
use in developing listening skills and imagination. She thought
the title was something like"Animal".
Eleanor Henricks
Youth Services Librarian
George F. Johnson Memorial Library
Endicott, NY EN_ELEANOR@4cty.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:22:11 1998
From: Mary St Cavish <mls@bc.seflin.org>
ubject: clarification
A student came in last week and asked for the definition of a trade book.
She had a college assignment to find particular trade books for her
history course. Couldn't find a definition to give her. Anybody have one
or a source suggestion? TIA
mls@bc.seflin.org
Mary St. Cavish
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:22:35 1998
From: "Rebecca Smith" <rsps@hotmail.com>
Subject: children's library cards
The San Diego Public Library is in the process of revamping its library
card application process. The two major changes that are taking place
are that children will now be allowed (with a parents authorization)to
check out videos, and the age for juvenile versus adult is being raised
to 18 (from 16). As far as I know this change is entirely due to the
issue of fiscal responsibility. The parents are held liable for their
childern until age 18. I'm not on the committee involved with creating
the new procedures, but I believe that the city treasuer requires an
adult age 18 on each account.
Rebecca
*********
Rebecca S. Smith, MLS
Youth Services Librarian
San Carlos Branch
San Diego Public Library
rsps@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 Wed May 27 16:22:38 1998
From: "Robin L. Gibson" <gibsonro@oplin.lib.oh.us>
Subject: CD-ROM towers/jukeboxes
I know this subject was recently discussed/inquired about on the listserv,
but at the time it wasn't in our budget!! Now all of a sudden it is -- I'm
excited about the possibilities of a CD-ROM tower, and have good ideas for
software/interactive books. What I need to know is recommendations for
towers or jukeboxes, advantages, disadvantages, suggestions? Any help
would be appreciated.
Please respond to me at:
gibsonro@mail.oplin.lib.oh.us
Thanks for your help!
Sincerely,
Robin
*****************************************
Robin L. Gibson
Children's Librarian
Muskingum Co. Library System
Zanesville, OH 43701
gibsonro@oplin.lib.oh.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:22:39 1998
From: Laurie Precht CCPL <lauriep@ccpl.carr.lib.md.us>
Subject: where are the big books?
Does anybody know of a good way to get a comprehensive or
quasi-comprehensive list of big books? (By big books, I mean those floppy
paperback books which are oversized and are marvellous to use in
storytimes.)
I can find spits and spats of listings in individual catalogs, but nothing
satisfying. B&T Link doesn't seem to have a way to search for big books;
neither does BIP.
If you can recommend any especially good big books for infants and
toddlers (such as Goodnight Moon and Freight Train) I would be grateful.
If you can recommend any good catalogs for big books (besides Scholastic)
I would appreciate it.
My thanks in advance!
Laurie Precht, Taneytown Library, MD
lauriep@ccpl.carr.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:20:51 1998
From: Donna Bright <dbright@main.tbpl.thunder-bay.on.ca>
ubject: Children's Literature Roundtables
A group in our community is trying to establish a Children's Literature
Roundtable. While we share a common interest in children's literature, we
are grappling with specific goals and objectives and activities. If any of
you have been involved with such a Roundtable and have any details
regarding its operation to share we would be grateful.
Thank you.
Donna Bright (dbright@tbpl.thunder-bay.on.ca)
Children's Services Librarian
Thunder Bay Public Library
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Canada
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:22:08 1998
From: Claudia Livolsi <clivolsi@www.biblio.org>
ubject: Re: Looking for CDROM recommendations/sources
Edmark has excellent CD roms, primarily for preschool and primary grades.
The Sim series, i.e., Sim Town, Sim Tunes, etc., appeal to many ages as to
the Dr. Brain CD Roms. I found a great net site for reviews, comparisons
and links to awards. It is Superkids: Parent's and Teacher's Guide to
Softare - www.superkids.com
Claudia Livolsi
Children's Librarian
Monroe Public Library
Monroe, CT
clivolsi@biblio.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:20:59 1998
From: fmuller@saturn.planet.net
Subject: Re: Face painting
In college I made my own face paint with some kind of hand lotion an
green poster paint. DO NOT DO THIS! The kids in the class where I
was student teaching thought my green face was great but it did not
totally wash off. For days I had a very slight green tint and people
didn't notice it was green but kept asking me if I felt okay.
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Frederick Muller
fmuller@planet.net Halsted Middle School Library
(973) 383-7440 ext.228 59 Halsted Street
FAX (973) 383-7432 Newton, NJ 07860
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:20:51 1998
From: Becky Tatar <bltata@aurora.lib.il.us>
ubject: Re: age limits for children's library cards
At our library, students in 9th grade may get an adult card. This allows
them to check out all books and all audio visual materials, except for R
rated videos and sound recordings that have a Parental Warning sticker.
They need to be 18 to check these out. However, students in 6-8 grades may
check out adult non fiction, sound recordings (except for parental warning
titles) and magazines. The feeling on the middle schoolers is that they
need the books and magazines for school assignments. As far as the R rated
videos and parental warning stickers on sound recordings, we have a
conservative administration and board, and they are worried about parental
complaints regarding videos and cassettes that middle schoolers and high
schoolers have checked out.
A third exception is that anyone under 8th grade may have a parent sign a
permission card that enables them to check out any book, sound recording or
magazine. Again, all videos, framed prints and sculpture, and parental
warning sound recordings.
The middle school age range was changed from 7th grade down to 6th grade
about 5 years ago, when our middle schools started taking in 6th grade classes.
As I said before, our administration and board work on the side of caution
and conservative action.
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Becky Tatar
Unit Head, Periodicals/Audio-Visual
Aurora Public Library
1 E. Benton Street
Aurora, IL 60505
Phone: 630/264-4100, x4116
FAX: 630/896-3209
e-mail: bltata@aurora.lib.il.us
Opinions are my own.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:21:25 1998
From: "Betsy Stroome" <bstroome@lafayette.lib.co.us>
Subject: Re: Face painting
We also have had success using Aquarelle crayons for face painting.
Another type of face paint that works well is called Clown Sticks ( I
think - I'm at work and my face paints are at home!). The blob of face
paint is on a tongue depressor-type stick, and you either draw with the
stick (for large areas of color) or use a small paintbrush or makeup brush
to paint it on.
Someone else mentioned the popularity of tattoos. Have you considered hand
painting? We have found that many kids love to have have their hands
painted because THEY can see the design. It is also easier (in my opinion)
to paint on a little hand resting on a table than on a small face. Little
ones, especially, are much less wiggly because you aren't aiming something
in the direction of their eyes, and they can watch as you apply the colors.
Betsy Stroomer
Lafayette Public Library
Lafayette, CO
bstroome@lafayette.lib.co.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:20:52 1998
From: Morag Willey <mwilley@mail.wrl.org>
Subject: Southpaw Patrons and CD.ROM's
This issue has come up a few times at Williamsburg Regional Library - that
is, left-handed patrons who find it inconvenient to use a mouse which is
situated on the right side of the terminal.
We were wondering what other libraries are doing about this? Thank you
in advance for your thoughts. We know that the software configurations for
mice can be adjusted for the left-handed patrons but don't want the
patrons to do it themselves and often the staff don't have time to do
this.
Morag E.Willey,
Youth Services Dept.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:20:51 1998
From: Laurie Precht CCPL <lauriep@ccpl.carr.lib.md.us>
Subject: Re: Face painting
I use non-toxic acrylic paint pots (available at craft supply stores, or
Walmart) and a very good, fine-pointed brush (sable.) You probably won't
need tons of paint as a little goes a long way. However, the better the
brush, the easier it is to paint on faces. If you are expecting a fair
amount of people, use teenage volunteers to help with painting (we're a
small branch and I often have three to four teenagers working at the same
time for two hour shifts.) Also, have a board with a selection of easy
pictures for each painting station; children can choose from the board
which image they want to have painted on their faces, hands, or arms.
Each station should also have its own paints, water jar, paper towels,
and mirror. Expect lines of kids; face painting is often our most popular
offering at events. The more volunteer painters you can have, the better.
Also, don't paint over any scabs, rashes, or other nastiness-- infections
can be transferred to others via the paints. Good luck!
Laurie Precht, Taneytown Library, MD
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 16:23:18 1998
From: P_MARIE@kcpl.lib.mo.us
Subject: RE: Security password
We use the"RED BOOK" as a signal that help is needed. Can you find the
Red Book? or W e need the Red Book in Children's. Sometimes it may be the
BIG Red book!mm
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 27 17:36:19 1998
From: Pam Koehler <pkoehler@wcic.cioe.com>
Subject: Re: Security signals?
Hi,
At this year's Indiana Library Federation Conference I attended a session on
security. The man was great, can't remember his name though. One idea he
had was to have three people involved in any situation, two if need be. One
is the spokesman, one is the witness and one is by the phone. They
communicate by finger signals. If the spokesman has one finger pointed,
either up in the air in down by his side, the situation is fine. If two
fingers it is beginning to get worrisome, and three fingers means call the
police. It seems like a good system, one that you can use without alerting
the patron, (or whoever is causing the trouble).
Hope this helps.
Pam
West Lafayette In. Public Library
pkoehler@wcic.cioe.org
Rae Kozloff wrote:
> We have been considering having some sort of "code signal" in
case of
> emergency, which
> one staff member could say or phone to another to get outside help (i.e.
> call 911) without
> alerting the patrons.<snip>
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