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Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1998 14:53:21 -0500 (EST)
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Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 12:36:44 -0500
From: "James E. Cook" <ya_james@DAYTON.LIB.OH.US>
Subject: Spite Fences
This is being cross-posted to Yalsa-bk and to Pubyac.
Whoops! A couple of days ago I asked for input from teachers who have
used KINSHIP by Trudy Krisher in their classrooms, but what I really
needed was input about the use of SPITE FENCES by Trudy Krisher in
classrooms. Sorry for the mix-up! Both are great books!
You can respond to me at: ya_james@dayton.lib.oh.us
Thanks, again!
James.
James E. Cook, Young Adult Specialist
Dayton & Montgomery County Public Library (Dayton, OH)
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Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 09:45:17 -0600 (CST)
From: Kim Kietzman <kkietzma@libby.rbls.lib.il.us>
Subject: Re: Arlene Sardine -- what do you think?
Well, as I was reading it several things came to mind. The illustrations
are wonderful. The story is unusual (and that's not a euphemism, I really
think it's a one-of-a-kind). At several points the word "blunt" came
to
mind. In the end, it just left me kind of wondering for whom the book was
written, and what its purpose was. I'm not looking for a grand lesson in
every picture book, but I guess I assume that every book is written for a
reason (aside from making money).
I think maybe I even found it a little disturbing,but not in necessarily
bad way - I still find myself thinking about it, although it has been
weeks since I read it. I'd be interested to hear what others think.
Kim Kietzman LISTEN TO THE MUSTN'TS
Assistant Children's Librarian Listen to the MUSTN'TS, child,
Rock Island Public Library Listen to the DONT'S
401 19th Street Listen to the SHOULDN'TS
Rock Island, IL 61201 The IMPOSSIBLES, the WONT's
(309)732-7364 Listen to the NEVER HAVES
Then listen close to me --
Anything can happen, child,
ANYTHING can be.
by Shel Silverstein
"Views expressed by the author do not necessarily represent those of the
Rock Island Public Library."
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Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 12:31:52 -0500
From: "Adams, Michael" <MAdams@POBOX.GSUC.CUNY.edu>
Subject: Urban Library Journal
Please excuse cross-postings.
Urban Library Journal, a refereed journal of research and discussion
dealing with all aspects of urban libraries and librarianship, welcomes
articles dealing with academic, research, public, school, and
special libraries in an urban setting.
Urban Library Journal, formerly known as Urban Academic Librarian, also
invites submissions in broader areas such as public higher education,
urban studies, multiculturalism, library and educational services to
immigrants, preservation of public higher education, and universal
access to World Wide Web resources.
Topics for columns and special issues will also be entertained.
Urban Library Journal will publish two issues annually.
Manuscripts, editorial correspondence, and comments should be
addressed to Dr. Michael Adams, Mina Rees Library, CUNY Graduate
Center, 33 W. 42nd St., New York, NY 10036-8003 or 212-642-2878 or
madams@pobox.gsuc.cuny.edu.
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Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 09:13:37 -0500 (EST)
From: brazell@InfoAve.Net
Subject: Re: Arlene Sardine -- what do you think?
Hope we don't mind, I kept the original message here so we could follow this
thread (if it becomes a thread).
I think this is definitely a book with an adult sense of language
and humor. For that matter, the art work is for adults, as it is a bit too
busy for young children. It should surprise no one by now that many lauded
children's authors write books for adults. I can think of a number that are
greatly respected for their artistic ability but, who make poor read-alouds.
I may be in a minority here, but I was even a little disappointed in
Raschka's "Charlie Parker Played Be-Bop". Not at first, but having an
acquaintance with the man and his music I was saddened to see that this book
conveyed nothing of any substance about either. If you try to read the book
to yourself along with the tune "Night in Tunisia" (it's supposed
inspiration) it doesn't really work, so it falls short of even communicating
what kind of music be-bop is.
Anyway, I digress. I did read Arlene to a couple of story groups
just out of curiousity and it was a complete bomb, the response usually
being confusion. So for me the real critics have spoken.
BTW I personally thought it was cute, but I like my humor with an
edge. I like his art work too.
Robert Brazell
At 06:06 PM 11/11/98 -0500, you wrote:
>Hello Pubyackers,
> It never ceases to amaze me how different reviewers can see a book so
>differently (maybe it shouldn't, but it does). Sometimes the reviews are so
>completely unlike, one might wonder if the two reviewers were reading the
same
>book!
> So I'm wondering... what do YOU think of Chris Raschka's new book,
"Arlene
>Sardine?" Booklist reviewer, Ilene Cooper, (in a "Focus"
review entitled
>"Something Smells Fishy Here") thought it was a case of a book
being published
>because of the reputation of the author's previous work. While Cooper used
>words like "bad joke," "offensive," and "buyer
beware" in her description of
>this book, School Library Journal's reviewer used "provacative,"
and
>"whimsical." She thought the story was "imbued with charm and
humor" by the
>watercolor illustrations. Kirkus's reviewer thought the book had
"panache." I
>have seen this book myself and have an opinion, but I do wonder what others
>are thinking???
> If anyone has a thought on the subject, I'd be very interested to hear
>what you think. Please email me at LWilli0316@aol.com.
> Thanks!!
>
>Linda Williams
>Children's Services Librarian
>
>
>
>
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Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 12:36:24 -0500
From: "Townshend, Peggy" <PTownshend@mailserv.gcpl.lib.oh.us>
Subject: Stumper - lost goat or lamb
A have a patron who is looking for a book that she believes was
published sometime before the late 1970's. In the story a farmer is
searching for a goat or lamb who is lost in a storm. She remembers the
phrase "Where are you little (goat)? The book is not Little Lamb Lost.
Thanks.
Peggy Townshend - Yellow Springs Community Library, OH
Ptownshend@mailserv.gcpl.lib.oh.us
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Date: Sat, 14 Nov 1998 10:06:58 -0600
From: Lola Teubert <lolat@evans.evcpl.lib.in.us>
Subject: Re: Literature for the elementary and adolescent child text
Dear Ones inquiring re text book for College class. I teach both genres in
one semester-which is pushing it,but The University's idea not mind. I use
Riverside Anthology of Children's Literature as text and supplement with
Literature for Today's Young Adults, by Alleen P Nilsen & Kenneth L Donelson
and Adolescent Literature as A Compliment to the Classics, edited by Joan F.
Kaywell. Well, Kay is putting out a vol a year & our Booksote at UE will
only
order the latest so I use the ones I have and let them do projects in twos &
threes. I supplement the elementary part using Meigs WONDERFUL Critical
History of Children's Literature. Oh! Riverside is 6th ed.,by Judith
Saltman,et. al. Houghton Miflin @ $55.96.
Hope this is helpful info.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Lola
Lola Teubert
Evansville-Vanderburgh County Public Library
22 SE. Fifth St.,
Evansville,IN.47708
812-428-8229
fax 812-428-8215
lolat@evans.evcpl.lib.in.us
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Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 22:11:30 -0500
From: Susanna Holstein <pkb00700@alpha.wvup.wvnet.edu>
Subject: Nominations Sought: Charlie Robinson Award
PUBYAC members:
Do you know a public library director who deserves recognition for their
vision, innovation, and leadership? Nominations are still being sought
for the PLA Charlie Robinson Award.
Application forms may be found at:
http://www.ala.org/pla/awards.html
or you may call Kim Sanders at 1-800-545-2433 x.5PLA
to obtain a copy of the form.
The CHARLIE ROBINSON AWARD honors a public library director
who, over a period of seven (7) years, has been a risk taker, an
innovator and/or a change agent in a public library. The recipient
should have been active in national and other professional associations
and be known for developing and implementing programs which are
responsive to the needs of community residents. The award consists of
$1,000 and a gift. The public library director will be honored at the
ALA Annual Conference. Established in 1997. Sponsored by the Baker &
Taylor Company.
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Date: Fri, 13 Nov 1998 11:17:11 -0700 (MST)
From: "Brenda Hemberry (CONV)" <bhemberry@will.state.wy.us>
Subject: stumper-poem
Hi all,
Our patron is in need of a poem about the death of a child. The only
reference to content I have is a line that reads "a child is a gift
from God". do any of you know a poem that might help her?
TIA
Brenda Hemberry
Children's services
Converse County Library
Douglas WY 82633
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Date: Sat, 14 Nov 1998 10:19:15 -0800 (PST)
From: janw@norby.latah.lib.id.us (Jan Wall)
Subject: Snow closures
After last week's storm (which I only saw on TV, thank goodness!) I wondered
what other libraries do about snow (or other weather) closures.
Do you have a formal policy of when to close? How do you decide when to
close? If you do close, do people who are scheduled to work get paid for the
day, or do they have to make it up (or take annual leave)?
Do you have a phone tree or a signal that the library will be closed? For
example, we know that our branch meeting will be canceled if the schools are
closed here.
If you only ask "essential personnel" to come, who are they?
Tell me your weather related stories. We've only been closed once in the
last ten years or so because of the weather (snow), and I'm not sure we knew
how to handle it! But we're preparing (as always, it seems) for a snowy
winter, although it's been really mild so far.
TIA -
Jan Wall
Youth Services
Latah County Library
110 South Jefferson
Moscow ID 83843
208-882-3925 fax: 208-882-5098
email: janw@norby.latah.lib.id.us
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Date: Sat, 14 Nov 1998 08:07:14 -0600 (CST)
From: Vicky Schoenrock <vschoenr@nslsilus.org>
Subject: Children's Librarian Position (fwd)
LIBRARIAN/CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT/WAUKEGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY - Full
time 40 hours per week; week days, evening, Saturdays and Sundays
required. This individual will work on the desk answering
reference and reader's advisory questions, assist with materials
selection, plan storytimes, booktalks and other children's
programs. Special skills or qualifications required: programming
skills for ages 0-8th grade, parents and educators. Knowledge of
children's literature and trends in literature. Good
communication skills (oral and written). Must be fluent in
English, and fluency in Spanish (written and oral) is beneficial.
Patron-friendly, service-oriented attitude a must. Suggested
training and experience: completion of an MLS from an ALA
accredited school. Working knowledge and experience on computers
(word processing, data bases, online searching).
Waukegan is on Lake Michigan, about an hour north of Chicago. We are a
newly renovated library set is a diverse multicultural community.
Fax resume an
cover letter to: Vicky Schoenrock, Children's Department Head,
847/623-2094 or mail to this address: Waukegan Public Library,
128 N. County St., Waukegan, IL 60085. Due to the expected volume
of applications, we hope you will understand that we will respond
only to those who will be interviewed. No phone calls, please.
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