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From: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults
& Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults & Children"
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Sent: Monday, November 13, 2000 11:01 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 299
PUBYAC Digest 299
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Re: Book donations
by "Beverly Kirkendall" <bkirkend@ci.hurst.tx.us>
2) RE: Book donations
by Andrea Johnson <ajohnson@cooklib.org>
3) Re: Popcorn program
by Brianne Williams <briannew@multcolib.org>
4) Writing contest
by Josephine <yabaj@epl.eburg.com>
5) Young Adult Literature Conferences in the U.S.
by Carol Burdick <cburdick@jefferson.lib.co.us>
6) Re: Book donations
by "Jan Gilgore" <jgilg@nioga.org>
7) Re: Book donations
by "Linette Ivanovitch" <linette@missoula.lib.mt.us>
8) Re: Summer Reading Club - Book Bucks
by Jennifer Murphy <murphyj@uhls.lib.ny.us>
9) BIG THANKS!(re:preschoolers)
by "Jennifer Needham" <jneedham@haddampl.libct.org>
10) foreign language vendors
by "Liz Maggio" <liz@palos-verdes.lib.ca.us>
11) Tutoring/Homework Centers
by "Florence Leung" <leungflorence@hotmail.com>
12) Re: Western themed reading programs
by "Suzanne Robinson" <srobinso@mail.state.tn.us>
13) Web evaluation
by Mlmiller23@aol.com
14) simulated sandstone for programs
by "mary thornton" <mthornton@techline.com>
15) Re: Book donations
by "mary thornton" <mthornton@techline.com>
16) Re: teen reviews
by "Kathleen Ray" <lvl_ya@hotmail.com>
17) Re: The Dance
by karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
18) Re: Need advice on preschool visit!
by karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
19) Your favorite "props" stories
by "Geist, Mary" <mgeist@meherrinlib.org>
20) Arthur Ransome on audio
by Julie Ann Rines <jrines@ocln.org>
21) music in storyhour
by Julie Darnall <jdarnall@ccls.org>
22) STUMPER: scared boy with rock
by Jo-Anne Cooper <jcooper@chinookarch.ab.ca>
23) Patriotism
by "Cheryl D." <whirlee@hotmail.com>
24) Job Posting: Young Adult Librarian
by mhardacre@carmel.lib.in.us
(Mari Hardacre)
25) STUMPER -- PIRATE STORY?
by Erin Helmrich <helmrich@tln.lib.mi.us>
26) Words - I know an old lady who swallowed a pie
by Christine Neirink <cneirink@vlc.lib.mi.us>
27) Follow-up: Filtering and Montgomery County, Maryland
by "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
28) Blind Ballots: Web Sites of U.S. Political Candidates Censored
by "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
29) A Misguided Pornography Bill
by "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
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From: "Beverly Kirkendall" <bkirkend@ci.hurst.tx.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Book donations
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:33:26 CST
While working at a different library, I had limited experience with special
gifts to the library (new books "in honor of" someone, not your
run-of-the-mill donation that you may use as you choose) include pop-up
books, abridged/adapted books (of which I am rarely in favor), and
duplicates (triplicates, quads, etc.) of books we already owned. That is
not to say that we didn't sometimes get material that was appropriate for
circulation and needed--we did! Fortunately at my current library, most
folks who wish to donate ask me what I need/want. Perhaps having a tree
with paper ornaments that have suggested books (sort of like an angel tree)
would give you a little more control over what you receive. After all,
even
Santa gets a wish list!
Beverly Kirkendall
Hurst Public Library
Hurst, TX
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From: Andrea Johnson <ajohnson@cooklib.org>
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Subject: RE: Book donations
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:42:51 CST
If you word it correctly, it won't sound greedy. Make sure parents know
these books are for *their* children!
You could call it something like "Needs list" .... or
"These are the parts
of our collection that need the most help!" or something like that.
You
could break it down by subject area and list specific titles as well as more
general areas for improvement (e.g. "easy readers" or "chapter
books for 3rd
graders"). I think if you do a really good PR job making it clear
these
books are not for you -- they're for the shoppers' own kids -- you will get
a more generous response.
Andrea Johnson
ajohnson@cooklib.org
> -----Original Message-----
> From: melissa Brown [SMTP:somanykids@hotmail.com]
> Sent: Friday, November 10, 2000 12:04 AM
> To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
> Subject: Book donations
>
> Hello all,
> I am in charge of a sadly under/unfunded school library.
It was brought
> up at parent council to ask parents, when Christmas shopping to purchase a
> book for the school library as well. So parents would be buying new books
> for my library and donating them to us then. Has anyone else ever done
> this
> and or do you have any advice? I would like to give parents a suggestion
> list before they venture out to the book stores, some parents are ok with
> this others think that beggars should not be choosers. Any advise would be
> appreciated.
>
> Thanks
> Mel
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From: Brianne Williams <briannew@multcolib.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Popcorn program
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:44:37 CST
I don't know the bubble wrap rhyme, but here is an action rhyme my
preschoolers love:
"I am a popcorn in a pan
(kneel down)
Don't forget the top
(put hand on head)
Soon I'll be sizzling
(make sizzle noise)
And after that, I'll POP!
(jump up)
A word of warning: they'll want to do it over and over again!
Have fun,
Brianne
Brianne Williams
Multnomah County Library, Central Branch
Youth Librarian
801 SW 10th
503.988.5235
Portland, OR 97205
briannew@multcolib.org
"The mind is hard-wired for story." -- Bobby Norfolk
On Thu, 9 Nov 2000, Beverly Little wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I am planning to do a food related program for Children's Book Week and
> will be using a couple of popcorn books. I remember seeing an
activity
> where children jumped up and down on bubble wrap while reciting a
> rhyme. But of course, I either didn't save the rhyme or it's buried
> somewhere. Could someone send it to me by Tuesday? I would
greatly
> appreciate it.
>
> TIA
>
> Beverly Little
> Head of Youth Services
>
>
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From: Josephine <yabaj@epl.eburg.com>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Writing contest
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:46:18 CST
Hello everyone!
I recently came across a national contest called the National Written
and Illustrated by...Awards Contest for Students. It's a program in
which students nationwide write and illustrate original books. Winners
from different age catagories are awarded publishing contracts. Some
examples are Who Can Fix it? by Leslie Ann MacKeen and World War Won by
Dave Pilkey. My problem is that I can't find any recent information
about this particular contest.
I would love to involve my community in this contest or something
similar to it but I'm not certain where to look. Has anyone out there
been involved in this or something similar or even just heard of one?
Many thanks!
Josephine Yaba
Children's and Young Adult Librarian
Ellensburg Public Library
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From: Carol Burdick <cburdick@jefferson.lib.co.us>
To: "'PUBYAC@prairienet.org'"
<PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Young Adult Literature Conferences in the U.S.
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:47:31 CST
Hi everybody,
I am part of a planning committee for the 13th Annual Young Adult Literature
Conference being held in Denver on April 28, 2001. We have sent out
requests to a number of listserves for presenters to come to the conference
to offer a program. And we have received proposals from all over the
country.
This got us thinking about other conferences - are there other young adult
literature conferences being held annually in various parts of the country?
If any of you have information about such conferences or workshops, please
email me directly - cburdick@jefferson.lib.co.us
-
We'd like to know where they are held, annually or how frequently, average
attendance, the most successful keynote speakers that attended (what was
their fee??), what do you charge for registration, do you get grants or
other funding, and any other information that might be helpful.
Thanks so much!
Carol Burdick
Children's Librarian
Evergreen Library - Jefferson County Public Library
5000 S. Hwy 73, Evergreen CO 80439
303-674-0780 X3
cburdick@jefferson.lib.co.us
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From: "Jan Gilgore" <jgilg@nioga.org>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Book donations
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:48:45 CST
Melissa: try working with your local bookstores to see if they will keep a
list available for the parents. I have been in a B&N that had a table
set
aside for reading list books for schools , perhaps they would do something
similar for you. If it was wide open I fear you would get many copies of
just a few very popular books. Also, see if a store will give you
exchanges, in case you do get to many copies of a book.
You could also have a notebook of catalog pictures of book covers , asking
parents to "adopt" this book for the library.
Good Luck
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From: "Linette Ivanovitch" <linette@missoula.lib.mt.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Book donations
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:50:26 CST
I'm sure the local books stores would be happy to have a "wish list"
from your library! Scholastic Book fairs do this--the teachers fill out
a wish list and parents or others can purchase those books in
addition to their own choices. In addition to getting the materials
you would like to have, you might avoid getting 100 copies of the
latest Harry Potter!
If I were you, I would , make sure to add a note to your request,
telling potential donors that all donated materials added to the
library's collection will meet your selection criteria. That way there
are no hard feelings if books are donated that you feel are not
appropriate for your collection due to condition, content, etc. Most
libraries have this in their donation policies, but being proactive will
help! Maybe parents will even call you to ask before buying!
Another idea that worked well for me in a small public library was
an "Adopt a Book" display. Many publishers and book companies
will send books on preview. Several times I ordered books on
preview, and made an eye-catching display at the front door.
Basically, patrons and others would "adopt" a title--that is, buy it
for the library. In return, I made cute adoption certificates and book
adoption plates. The patron got to take the certificate home, and
the book plate stating "I was adopted by ______________!" went
into the front cover of the book. Each time, all the books were
adopted, but if they had not been, I had the option of returning the
books to the vendor. The most excitement occurred when I offered
the ZooBooks collection for adoption--local third graders were doing
animal reports, so many of the kids adopted the book about their
animal topic. Kids proudly brought friends and relative in to see
"their" book!
One caution--if you plan to return the books, you might want to put
them in a display case where curious little hands can't render them
unreturnable, or at least keep them where someone can keep an
eye on them. I did not have many problems, but be sure the
display is clear so disappointed patrons don't try to check them
out! Actually, this could work to your advantage...at least one dad
bought a book so his daughter could check it out!
Good Luck!
Linette Ivanovitch
Young Adult Librarian
Missoula Public Library
Missoula, MT
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From: Jennifer Murphy <murphyj@uhls.lib.ny.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Summer Reading Club - Book Bucks
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:51:56 CST
The Albany Public Library created Book Bucks several summers ago as
incentive
prizes for summer reading club kids. We have used them for many things
since
then, from reading a certain number of books, to participating in certain
programs. Kids can use them to pay off fines, or to pay the $1 library
card
replacement fee, or to buy a book from our weekly basement book sale, "The
Book Cellar." I appreciate the reminder about them because I would
like to
give them out more often for more things. They cost the library nothing,
really, and make kids (and their parents) very happy. (Of course they can
only use them at Albany Public and its branches.)
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From: "Jennifer Needham" <jneedham@haddampl.libct.org>
To: "pubyac@prairienet.org"
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Subject: BIG THANKS!(re:preschoolers)
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:53:34 CST
You guys are the BEST!
Thank you so much for the wonderful ideas about conducting preschool
library tours! I went from knowing zip about them to being (almost) an
expert! I am looking forward to putting all your ideas into practice.
Thanks again!
Jennifer Needham
Brainerd Memorial Library
Haddam, CT
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From: "Liz Maggio" <liz@palos-verdes.lib.ca.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: foreign language vendors
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:54:56 CST
Hi All--Can anyone recommend names and contact information of vendors who
supply Children's books in French, German, and Italian. We are currently
conducting a major weeding project in our children's section, and need to
fill in the old, worn titles with NEW BOOKS! Please respond to the list.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Liz Maggio
Palos Verdes Library, CA
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From: "Florence Leung" <leungflorence@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Tutoring/Homework Centers
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:56:15 CST
Hello everybody:
Do any of you have tutoring/homework centers in your public libraries?
If so, are they successful and why? How long have you had them and can
they be improved?
Flo
Queens Public Library
New York
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From: "Suzanne Robinson" <srobinso@mail.state.tn.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Western themed reading programs
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:57:32 CST
Have you looked into Oriental Trading Company or Kipp Brothers?
Suzanne Robinson
Dickson Co. PL
>>> marionthelibrarian@yahoo.com
11/09/00 23:37 PM >>>
I am considering a western theme for my library's
winter reading program which will begin in
mid-January.
For those of you who have done this, what types of
prizes did you give out? So far we have not come
across very many western themed prizes.
Thanks to you all.
Christina Johnson
marionthelibrarian@yahoo.com
Lebanon Public Library
Lebanon IN 46052
http://www.bccn.boone.in.us/LPL/
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From: Mlmiller23@aol.com
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Web evaluation
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 10:58:51 CST
I am a graduate student writing a paper on web evaluation. Any sites you
particulary like tor the teaching of evaluation?
Thanks.
Minna Miller
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From: "mary thornton" <mthornton@techline.com>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: simulated sandstone for programs
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:00:10 CST
Dear PUBYAC,
I am asking for help from the collective wisdom of the list. I would =
like to present an archeology program for older children, but I am not =
sure what meduim to use. I would like them to be able to dig up a small =
artifact. Clay seems to expensive. The kits on the market sometimes
=
say 'simulated sandstone'. Does anyone know of a recipe for this? =
Thanks in advance for the help.
Mary Thornton
Community Librarian
McCleary Timberland Library
mthornto@timberland.lib.wa.us
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From: "mary thornton" <mthornton@techline.com>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Book donations
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:01:40 CST
At the school where I work, they have not done this for the library, but
they have a book fair every year. Teacher put up requests for books for
their classrooms. When parents buy books for the kids, they often buy one
for the kids' classes as well. Perhaps you could do something like this.
Mary Thornton
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From: "Kathleen Ray" <lvl_ya@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: teen reviews
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:02:54 CST
I've been trying to establish peer book reviews at my library for the last
few months. I printed some large index cards with blank stars in the
corner
and spaces for title, author, reviewer, date, and review. The teens are
instructed to write a very brief review and then give the book 1 - 5 stars.
Blank cards are always available near the completed cards, which are in a
file box near the YA fiction collection. I also post some of them on our
YA
webpage in a section called "your book reviews" and send a
congratulatory
postcard.
The response has been light. I'd be interested to hear from others.
How do
you motivate kids who are already doing book reports for school to do a few
more for the library?
Thanks,
Kathleen Ray
Locust Valley Library,
Locust Valley, NY
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From: karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: The Dance
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:04:30 CST
Yes, Chuck, subdividing the collection once more is
worth it. We have the more mature-themed, longer
picture books in a separate section called "Picture
Books for Older Readers". We've done this for maybe
3-4 years & it has worked very well as more of this
type book comes out all the time. (You're a frequent
contributor to this list-serv; you must have missed
the discussion of this topic a few weeks ago.
--- Charles Schacht <schachtc@libcoop.net>
wrote:
> Reactions and advice, please - three wonderful
> fairly recent picturebooks
> have
> me thinking; THE DANCE, by Evans, THROUGH THE MICKLE
> WOOD, by Gregory, and
> Deedy's THE LAST DANCE. I like all of them a great
> deal, but am reluctant
> to
> put them in the regular picturebook collection where
> the implication I think
> is
> that the books contained therein are for reading to
> fairly young children,
> priimarily for "entertainment". I really want these
> books and their ilk to
> be
> found and appreciated, but I really don't want to
> throw a curve ball to
> parents
> who aren't looking for things this mature/thought
> provoking/emotionally
> demanding. How many of you have special sections
> for books in picturebook
> format but designed for parents and older children?
> Or do you just put 'em
> all
> in together regardless of level of maturity and let
> the reader beware? I
> hate
> the thought of messing up happy bedtime settings by
> having parents getting
> halfway into one of these and finding it to be much
> more somber/for an older
> audience than they had wanted. Not to mention the
> fact that maybe they get
> missed by the people (often parents and
> grandparents) who might most
> appreciate
> them who don't realize that there could well be be
> books for them that
> positively shine in picture book forrmat. Is
> subdividing the collection one
> more time worth it?
>
> Chuck Schacht
> Romeo District Library
> Romeo, MI.
>
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From: karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Need advice on preschool visit!
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:05:45 CST
This is a great age group to work with. They are
usually very chatty & want to share everything with
you whether it's pertinent to what you're saying or
reading or not. I would do a basic storytime
program-- an opening, welcome song or two, and a few
stories
-fingerplays or more songs inbetween the stories to
break it up. Then, how about a simple craft if someone
is available to help you or a film or two. You can
end with a circle game or two. Good luck!
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From: "Geist, Mary" <mgeist@meherrinlib.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Subject: Your favorite "props" stories
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I like to do simple props with stories for my preschoolers, like using a
saucepan, a rock and plastic vegetables for Stone Soup, but I'm fresh out of
inspiration. Please send me your favorite ideas, with the name of the
book,
and as much detail about the props as you have time for. I'll compile them
and digest to the list if there's interest. Thanks, Mary
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From: Julie Ann Rines <jrines@ocln.org>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Arthur Ransome on audio
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:12:16 CST
Can anyone help with this stumper? I am trying to find out if the Arthur
Ransome Swallows and Amazons books are available on unabridged audio. I
have located some abridged audios available through the Arthur Ransome web
site but would rather have unabridged.
Julie Rines
jrines@ocln.org
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From: Julie Darnall <jdarnall@ccls.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: music in storyhour
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:13:36 CST
Calling all storytime folks who have music and songs in storytime!
I am interested in adding an instrument to my storytimes. Whenever I do
music it's me singing plus a tape in the background. I've seen autoharps,
and wondered where one could purchase such an instrument, but I'm also
interested in what other types of background music people use.
Reply to the list
or just me: jdarnall@ccls.org
Julie Darnall
Youth Services Librarian
Chester County Library System PA
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From: Jo-Anne Cooper <jcooper@chinookarch.ab.ca>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Subject: STUMPER: scared boy with rock
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A patron is looking for a book but does not know the author or the title.
A
boy is afraid to go to school and his parent gives him a special rock to
help him out. Do you know the book she is looking for.
Jo-Anne C. Cooper
Children's Services Department Head
Lethbridge Public Library
810 - 5th Avenue South
Lethbridge, Alberta
T1J 4C4
Phone (403) 380-7325
FAX (403) 329-1478
jcooper@chinookarch.ab.ca
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From: "Cheryl D." <whirlee@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Patriotism
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:16:03 CST
Hi All!
Any inspiration is appreciated! I need a short read-aloud for a group of
cub scouts (gr 3) with the theme "It's special being an American".
Thank you, thank you!
Cheryl Donahue
Canton (CT) Public Library
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From: mhardacre@carmel.lib.in.us
(Mari Hardacre)
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Job Posting: Young Adult Librarian
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:17:30 CST
Dear PUBYACers,
Please excuse cross posting of the job ad below. Carmel is a suburban city
just north of Indianapolis, Indiana. (This area provides the amenities of a
good-sized city at a lower cost of living than that of some larger
metropolitan centers.)
If you like teens, please consider working at Carmel Clay!
--Mari
*Young Adult Librarian*
We are seeking a fun, outgoing team player who understands and respects
teens to join our progressive young adult department that features a great
YA space, extensive collection, cool programs (including an active Teen
Library Council), administrative support, and staff members who share
"YAttitude".
Qualifications: Knowledge of young adult literature a must. Programming and
book talking experience also desirable. ALA/MLS required.
Salary: $28,000 with excellent benefits.
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Mari Hardacre
Young Adult Services Manager
Carmel Clay Public Library
55 4th Avenue SE
Carmel, IN 46032.
Position available 01/01/01 with review of applications beginning 11/20/00.
Open until filled. Check our web site at
www.carmel.lib.in.us/ya/yamain.htm
for more information about YA services
here.
*********************************
Mari Hardacre
Young Adult Services Manager
Carmel Clay Public Library
55 4th Ave. SE
Carmel IN 46032
email: mhardacre@carmel.lib.in.us
phone: 317-814-3979
317-814-3983
web site: www.carmel.lib.in.us
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From: Erin Helmrich <helmrich@tln.lib.mi.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: STUMPER -- PIRATE STORY?
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:18:49 CST
Oh, Collective Brain:
I had a phone call from a VERY articulate young boy and he's looking for
the following story:
- a young boy (maybe around the age of 13) is in his bedroom. He has a
tent in his room or around his bed. He uses a SPYGLASS to look out of the
tent into his room. Suddenly he is in the middle of the ocean- pirates
come out of the bathroom. He has adventures. He takes everything the
pirate says literally - so at one point the captin yells "fire the
cannons" and the boy lights a fire underneath the canons and blows the
pirates ship up.
My reader does not really know how old the book is. RING ANY BELLS?
TIA!
erin
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Erin V. Helmrich, M.L.S.
Youth Services/Young Adult Librarian
Royal Oak Public Library
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222 E. 11 Mile Rd.
Royal Oak MI 48067
P - 248.246.3734
F - 248.246.3704
helmrich@tln.lib.mi.us
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From: Christine Neirink <cneirink@vlc.lib.mi.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Words - I know an old lady who swallowed a pie
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:20:06 CST
Help ... For a Tuesday storytime, I'm in need of the words to "I Know an
Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie" by Alison Jackon (Our copies are out, and
I'm afraid my interloan copy just won't arrive in time) ...
If anyone out there can help me out ... I'll be very, very THANKFUL!
Christine Neirink
Youth Services Librarian
Grace A. Dow Memorial Library
Midland, MI
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From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: Follow-up: Filtering and Montgomery County, Maryland
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:21:17 CST
Library porn filter fails to satisfy all
http://jrnl.net/news/00/Nov/jrn46071100.html
"The filtering software is expected to be installed on the computers by the
end of the year."
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Don Wood
Program Officer/Communications
American Library Association
Office for Intellectual Freedom
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
312-280-4225
800-545-2433, ext. 4225
Fax: 312-280-4227
dwood@ala.org
http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/index.html
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From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: Blind Ballots: Web Sites of U.S. Political Candidates Censored
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:22:44 CST
Blind Ballots: Web Sites of U.S. Political Candidates Censored by Censorware
http://peacefire.org/blind-ballots/
"Two blocking software, or censorware, products were tested to see if they
filter out political candidates. Settings typically used in a library or
school were tested. Numerous politicians were found to be censored by this
software, which collectively is used in tens of thousands of schools and
libraries across the country."
_________________________
Don Wood
Program Officer/Communications
American Library Association
Office for Intellectual Freedom
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
312-280-4225
800-545-2433, ext. 4225
Fax: 312-280-4227
dwood@ala.org
http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/index.html
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From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: A Misguided Pornography Bill
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Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2000 11:24:10 CST
A Misguided Pornography Bill
http://www.nytimes.com/2000/11/12/opinion/12SUN3.html
"Relying on imperfect computer software that blocks access to huge amounts
of information is no solution at all."
_________________________
Don Wood
Program Officer/Communications
American Library Association
Office for Intellectual Freedom
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
312-280-4225
800-545-2433, ext. 4225
Fax: 312-280-4227
dwood@ala.org
http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/index.html
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