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Date: Fri, 5 Mar 1999 19:05:43 -0500 (EST)
To: pubyac-digest@nysernet.org
Subject: pubyac V1 #622
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Date: Thu, 4 Mar 1999 18:03:23 -0800 (PST)
From: Miller <mille#ti@oak2.ci.oakland.ca.us>
Subject: Is this a library or a club house?
Greetings pubyacers,
Having been a lurker for quite sometime, I believe in the wisdom of
our collective mind. Here is a situation that could use some fresh
insights and ideas: I was recently hired as the children's services
librarian of a neighborhood branch library. There are quite a few
children using the library as a hang-out. The branch manager wants me to
focus the kid's attention back to reading and our wonderful collection
(which would also boost circulation). Any ideas?? Many, many thanks in
advance.
Ajoke
Children's Services Librarian
Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library
Oakland, CA
(510) 615-5728
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Date: Thu, 04 Mar 1999 20:56:59 -0500
From: "ann l. secter" <alsecter@hoflink.com>
Subject: Re: CDRom Evaluation
An excellent source for CD ROM selection is Children's Software Revue. It is a
bimonthly magazine which reviews software. They also have a website at
www2.childrenssoftware.com. The source I use for ordering software is
Edutainment. They also have a website with some reviews (but not as complete)
www.edutainco.com.
Ann Secter
alsecter@hoflink.com
CLB1972@aol.com wrote:
> Right now I am researching how librarians select the CDRoms for their
> childrens and young adults sections. If anyone can share their methodology,
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Date: Fri, 5 Mar 1999 07:49:47 -0600
From: "Jim Maroon" <storypage@usa.net>
Subject: Re: Patron Behavior
>another mother came in and said "I can't believe they leave this room
>such a mess. I always come late because they are so wild". Any ideas
>on what can be done?
Yes. Ban young children from the library.
- --Jim Maroon
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Date: Fri, 05 Mar 1999 08:50:49 -0600
From: oneil <oneil@asbank.com>
Subject: Re: Patron Behavior
How about giving a printed set of story hour guidelines to the
parents.This could include rules, suggestions for using books with
children, and a preschool book list.In fact, something could be said at
the beginning of each hour to the parents who remain in the room.
My story hour is in a large separate conference room so there aren't
any distractions of books and toys which does make it easier than doing
a story hour in the children's area. I used to be a kindergarten
teacher where I learned that both children and parents really do like to
know what the limits are.
Most of the parents remain outside of the story hour, checking out
books, etc.I keep the children seated and occupied(finger plays, etc.)
until their parent comes.Then I give the child his craft and let him go
meet the parent.Of course, parents have long conversations with each
other outside in the hall during and after the story hour.
I think it would be good if a kind of parent support or discussion
group could be planned to take place in another room during the story
hour. I think it would meet some of the parents' needs while possibly
solving some story hour problems. Might be fun to try.
Sally O'Neil
oneil@asbank.com
coughlin wrote:
>
> I feel like you were at my library today. After storytime there were
> cracker crumbs all over the tables and floor (eating is not supposed to
> be allowed), puzzles pieces everywhere and books all over the floor in
> terrible condition. The kids were running up and down our handicapped
> ramp and playing with the telephone while parents blithely chatted and
> ignored them. After they all left and before we had a chance to pick up
> another mother came in and said "I can't believe they leave this room
> such a mess. I always come late because they are so wild". Any ideas
> on what can be done?
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Date: Fri, 5 Mar 1999 9:53:42 -0500
From: YA assistant <JDICKEY@ESCHER.dnet.cuyahoga.lib.oh.us>
Subject: RE: Report Uncovers Epidemic of Children Viewing Porn In Libraries
Think of all the states, all the communities, all the public
libraries in the U.S.A. Now think of all the children who have been
in those libraries and accessed the WWW during the time these
incidents were being searched for. And less than 200 incidents of
children getting into porn sites? I'd say that makes a pretty good
case for NOT filtering!
As for an average age of 12, I'd be interested to know the MEAN
age. A lot of teenagers may be curious enough to look. While a
steady diet of such stuff might not be wise, I don't see any need
to panic.
Finally, how many incidents of adults approaching/molesting
children in our libraries occured WITHOUT the involvement of the
WWW computer? We know, and the molester knows, that such behavior
is criminal. It happens, but we try to prevent it any way we can,
short of curtailing everyone's freedom.
Does anyone know of a survey that asks teens what they think about
porn sites: have you seen them? How has it affected your attitudes
about sex? About the opposite sex? About yourself? That sort of
thing.
Nuff for today,
Janet
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Janet Dickey, YA assistant, Cuyahoga Cty. PL (suburban Cleveland)
<jdickey@cuyahoga.lib.oh.us>
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Anyone's Guess (grades 6 9) and InvestiCats (grades 3 5)
Mystery Kits
http://www.lochnet.com/doubledog/main.htm
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Date: Fri, 5 Mar 1999 10:07:56 -0600
From: "Leslie Langley" <llangley@osu-extention.lctc.poteau.ok.us>
Subject: library policies/procedures for email use by employees
Would someone be so kind as to forward their current library policy =
regarding the (library) employee's use of a library email account to =
llangley@lctc.poteau.ok.us =20
Thank you in advance,
Leslie Langley
Children's Librarian
Buckley Public Library
Poteau, OK (yes, there is such a place)
"I cannot live without books......." T. Jefferson
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Date: Fri, 5 Mar 1999 11:52:11 -0500
From: "Christolon, Blair B" <bchristolon@pwcgov.org>
Subject: RE: Library Channel?
Prince William County Public Library System (Va) uses the selection software
of V-Impact's The Library Channel (from Columbus, Ohio). The preselected
sites appear before the disclaimer statement and before the patron can on to
open access Internet. I wouldn't call it a filter. Blair
************opinions are mine*****************
Blair B. Christolon
Librarian, MLS-Collection Specialist J,YA & AV
Prince William Public Library System
13083 Chinn Park Drive
Prince William, VA 22192-5073
703-792-6251
FAX 703-792-4875
bchristolon@pwcgov.org
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Date: Fri, 5 Mar 1999 11:48:51 -0500 (EST)
From: Germano <tgermano@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Re: Sample Surveys
Hi Susan,
This is a survey that is being conducted presently throughout 10th grade
social studies classes in our district. All 600+ 10th graders will be
surveyed. This is a joint project of our Teen Services Department and the
11th grade Marketing class at our local high school. Students were asked
to create a survey that would primarily measure teen customer satisfaction
and usage. The survey had to be kept short, so as not to use up too much
class time. This is the first time we are conducting a "peer survey"
and
the first time we are polling our older teen patrons. I'll share the
results when they are available.
Good luck!
TEEN SERVICES DEPARTMENT USER SURVEY
Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library
1. Sex: M F
2. How often do you visit the Library?
a. _____about once a week c. _____a couple of
times a year
b. _____about once a month d. _____never
3. Which Library activities are most important to you (on a scale of 1-6,
1 = most important, 6=least important)?
a. _____check out books or movies? d. _____socialize
b. _____study/homework/reading e. _____play games
c. _____Internet computers f. _____other______________
4. Have you visited the Library's new Teen Services Department?
_____Yes _____No
5. Do you have a valid Library card?
a. _____yes c. _____I have never had a Library card
b. _____no d. _____my Library card is expired
6. When you use the Library, do you
a. _____usually find what you need?
b. _____sometimes find what you need?
c. _____never find what you need?
7. Check off any of the following programs that you would consider
attending.
a. _____bus trips e. _____summer
reading
b. _____teen dance expo f. _____teen fashion show
c. _____internet caf g. _____book discussions
d. _____pizza & poetry h. _____feature film festival
8. Have you ever asked Library staff to assist you in finding materials
you need?
_____yes _____no ________didn't know staff could help me
9. If you ever asked for help, was Library staff
a. _____very helpful
b. _____somewhat helpful
c. _____not helpful
10. In general, has your Library experience as a teenager been
a. _____very positive
b. _____usually pretty good
c. _____just okay
d. _____not very good
NAME______________________________________________________________
Teri Germano,Teen Services Department Head
Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library
407 William Floyd Parkway
Shirley, NY 11967
516-399-1511 Ext 254
516-281-4442 (FAX)__
email: tgermano@suffolk.lib.ny.us
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Date: Fri, 05 Mar 1999 13:26:34 -0500
From: Charles Schacht <schachtc@lcm.macomb.lib.mi.us>
Subject: Re: Report Uncovers Epidemic of Children Viewing Porn
David, David - didn't your doctor ever tell you that being so constantly
aggravated isn't good for your health? Maybe you should take up meditation...
Chuck Schacht
Romeo District Library
Romeo, MI.
pubyac@nysernet.org wrote:
> Report Uncovers Epidemic of Children Viewing Porn In Libraries
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