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From: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children"
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To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, October 02, 2002 8:32 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 876
PUBYAC Digest 876
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Re: Teen Summer Reading Program Requirements
by "Olivia Spicer" <ospicer@loudoun.gov>
2) free bookplates
by "Mallette, Michelle" <MSMallette@city.surrey.bc.ca>
3) Re: Banned Books Week Question(Long)
by Jo Hick <johick_2000@yahoo.com>
4) International Volunteer Opportunities
by April Mazza <amazza@mln.lib.ma.us>
5) Abusive parents
by "Wanda Jones" <wjones98@hotmail.com>
6) Drug abuse videos
by Lisa Loftin <mt_lisa@DAYTON.LIB.OH.US>
7) Re: Name of pages in a board book
by ploew@crrl.org
8) RE: Poems about Libraries
by Laura Reed <laurar@picnet.org>
9) Paper bag backpacks
by Christy Jones <xyjones3@yahoo.com>
10) Internet (mis)Use reponses
by April Mazza <amazza@mln.lib.ma.us>
11) Program sign-ups
by <laanders@bellsouth.net>
12) Mother/Daughter Quilting
by <ddipaolo@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
13) RE: latecomers
by "Vicky Smith" <vjsmith@mcarthur.lib.me.us>
14) Re: reading buddies
by "Beverly Kirkendall" <bkirkend@ci.hurst.tx.us>
15) Seeking book suggestions for bilingual 5th grade:
by "sharon cerasoli" <sharoncerasoli@hotmail.com>
16) Re: Picture Book Database
by "Carol Pieper" <CPIEPER@cml.lib.oh.us>
17) student observing story time
by Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
18) middle school reading activities
by "Susan H. Holland" <shholland@bladen.k12.nc.us>
19) RE: unregistered kids and programs
by "Troy and Nicole Morgan" <trikki@peoplepc.com>
20) RE: Banned Books Week Question(Long)
by Katrina Neville <KatrinaN@moval.org>
21) Re: GET GRAPHIC @ YOUR LIBRARY DECORATING
by "RoseMary Honnold" <honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us>
22) Re: Banned Books Week Question(Long)
by Becky Smith <bsmith@loganutah.org>
23) New web site on Canadian picturebooks
by "Mallette, Michelle" <MSMallette@city.surrey.bc.ca>
24) Youth Services Position
by Sharon Grover <sgrover@erols.com>
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From: "Olivia Spicer" <ospicer@loudoun.gov>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Teen Summer Reading Program Requirements
Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 19:02:21 CDT
For our teen program we go by books read &/or hours read. They have to
get 12 "punches" on their card to be eligible for a grand prize &
free
book. They get a punch by reading an entire book or by reading for 3
hours for longer books.
Olivia I. Spicer
Youth Services Librarian
Loudoun County Public Library
Rust Library
380 Old Waterford Rd.
Leesburg, VA 20176
Tel: 703-771-5624
ospicer@loudoun.gov
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From: "Mallette, Michelle" <MSMallette@city.surrey.bc.ca>
To: "'PUBYAC@prairienet.org'"
<PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: free bookplates
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Just wanted to alert all of you to the following -- an online collection of
bookplates that can be downloaded for free, for non-commercial use. The
colour images are simply stunning, and feature work by Aliki, Ruth Brown,
Helen Oxenbury and more. Black and white images are lovely too.
The page is at http://www.myhomelibrary.org/bookplates.html
Cheers
Michelle
Michelle Mallette, MLIS
Youth Services Librarian
Guildford Library/Port Kells Library
Surrey Public Library
604-588-5015 ext 309
msmallette@city.surrey.bc.ca
"There has been an alarming increase in
the number of things I know nothing about."
-- Winnie the Pooh
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From: Jo Hick <johick_2000@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Banned Books Week Question(Long)
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 19:02:34 CDT
Hi Janice,
I would just answer simply: We recommend these books
because most people have enjoyed them. They are
really good stories that have won numerous awards.
jo
--- Janice Dukes <jpdukes@peachtree-city.org>
wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> I apologize for cross-posting. This is long.
>
> I wanted to know if anyone has had a problem with
> the banned book posters
> from 2001(Expose your mind read a banned book).
> Last week we had two
> different patron's complain that he library was
> pushing the books such as
> Harry Potter and Captain Underpants on their
> children.
>
> Thanks we are hoping for feedback to determine our
> strategy for next year.
>
> The following is from a letter we received today:
>
> " I was shocked when my children and I made our
> first trip this afternoon to
> the library in our new hometown. I cannot imagine
> the reason why a city's
> public library would advertise that my child would
> be more developed if she
> would read a banned book!
>
> I would never ask for a Harry Potter or a Judy Blume
> book to be removed or
> banned from the library. I agree that readers
> should have freedom to choose
> from the shelf what they will and will not read.
> However, I find it very
> offensive to have these controversial books shoved
> in the face of my
> children as library "should reads". Don't you think
> there are reasons that
> Harry Potter was the most challenged books last year
> and that five of Judy
> Blume's books are on the 100 most challenged book
> lists? Have you thought
> to think that many parents do not think they are fit
> for their children to
> read? Why are you entering the arena of pushing
> these books against the
> will of many parents? Is it not enough to have them
> available on a neutral
> ground? Do not your patrons have freedom to read
> these books if they
> choose? Do you think that pushing these books
> offers more freedom? This is
> not freedom, this is taking sides in a controversy.
> I do not expect my
> children to be free from seeing books like Harry
> Potter and Judy Blume's
> books on shelves and in stores. But, I would expect
> my children to be free
> from the propaganda of people who try to make them
> feel that is important to
> read this stuff to become more developed (better)
> people. NONSENSE!!
>
> If you believe in freedom to read- why are you
> taking sides? I could see
> something that states that these are controversial
> books- that you stock
> them because you believe that people should have the
> freedom to read them,
> if they so choose. But to put up attractive posters
> where our children are
> looking for books urging our children to read books
> that a lot of people
> disagree with is going to far!
>
> >From the statistics printed by the ALA, Harry
> Potter and Judy Blume's books
> are obviously books that many parents choose not to
> have their children read
> for their own personal reasons. Why would you turn
> around and say to all of
> the children, "Read these books!:? You must know
> that you are going against
> the recommendations of many parents. Why are you
> making this kind of
> decision for our children?
>
> Well, we left in disappointment without library
> cards. I need some time to
> digest this surprise marketing of banned books to
> children by a library.
> This is unreal.
>
>
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>
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> --------------------------------------
>
> Thanks again
> Janice
> jpdukes@peachtree-city.org
>
> Janice Dukes, MLIS
> Youth Services Librarian
> Peachtree City Library
> 201 Willowbend Rd.
> Peachtree City, GA 30269
> Phone: 770-631-2520
> Fax: 770-631-2522
> www.peachtree-city.org/library
>
> "We choose our joys and sorrows long before we
> experience them." -Kahlil
> Gibran
>
>
>
>
>
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From: April Mazza <amazza@mln.lib.ma.us>
To: PUBYAC Listserv <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: International Volunteer Opportunities
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 19:02:41 CDT
Hello all,
I participated in this program in South Africa (2001). It was an
amazing experience and I would be happy to talk to anyone interested
about it. It is a great opportunity for any type of librarian but I
think that children's and school librarians have something special to
give to such communities. Also please feel free to pass along this info
to anyone you know who might be interested.
April Mazza
Youth Services
Wayland Free Public Library
5 Concord Road
Wayland MA 01778
(508) 358-2308
amazza@mln.lib.ma.us
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Volunteer at a Library in Africa or Central America
Spend the summer of 2003 helping communities gain access to the
information they need to build a better future as part of the Inform the
World Library Skills Exchange (ITW). ITW volunteers provide hands-on
assistance and training to rural librarians in South Africa, Honduras
and Guatemala. The program is a unique opportunity to share your skills
while experiencing another culture. If you love libraries and have a
sense of adventure, join us for this exciting service project!
Who: The World Library Partnership (WLP) is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to building global understanding by promoting literacy,
learning and access to information. Visit our website at
www.worldlibraries.org for more
information.
What: The ITW volunteers will conduct practical service projects in
libraries in rural South Africa and Central America.
When:
Central America
Honduras - July 25-July 23, 2003
Guatemala - July 2-July 30, 2003
South Africa
Limpopo Province - July 15-August 15
Kwa Zulu Natal Province - July 22-August 22, 2003
Eligibility: WLP invites librarians, library school students, teachers,
IT professionals and others who love libraries to apply. Conversational
Spanish is a requirement for the Central America program. Fluency in
English is required for the South Africa program.
How to Apply: The application for the various ITW 2003 programs can be
found at our website - www.worldlibraries.org
- along with more
detailed information about each program. The Application Deadline is
January 31, 2003. We welcome early applications.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. For the
South Africa programs contact Maggie Hite at maggie@worldlibraries.org.
For the Central America programs contact Mary Alice McCarthy at
maryalice@worldlibraries.org
or give us a call at 919/479-0163.
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From: "Wanda Jones" <wjones98@hotmail.com>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Abusive parents
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:29:20 CDT
How do you respond to parents who verbally abuse thier children. I'm
checking the list-serv and I just heard a mother make a very cruel and
unkind statement to her 3 year old.
Thanks
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From: Lisa Loftin <mt_lisa@DAYTON.LIB.OH.US>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Drug abuse videos
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:29:28 CDT
The past week, I've had 2 patrons ask for videos for children about drug
abuse. What we have available in the system looks more appropriate for
young adults than children. Do any of you have videos about this topic
for young children you could recommend? I'll post a list.
Lisa Loftin
Dayton Metro Library
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From: ploew@crrl.org
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Name of pages in a board book
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:29:35 CDT
At our library we call them board pages.
Carol Hoke wrote:
> Does anyone know what the pages in a board book are called? I have a
> patron who is looking for this information and we haven't been able to
find
> anything on it.
>
> TIA,
>
> Carol Hoke
> Children's Services Manager
> Cedar Rapids Public Library
> 500 First St SE
> Cedar Rapids IA 52401
> 319-398-5145, ext. 259
> fax 319-398-0746
> Hoke@mail.crlibrary.org
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From: Laura Reed <laurar@picnet.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Poems about Libraries
Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:29:41 CDT
Hi Jennifer,
I like to use Miss Misinformation from Jack Prelutsky's A Pizza the Size of
the Sun. I use it as example of what kind of Librarian I am not, and the
kids think it is quite funny. If you do not have this book just let me know
and I will send you the text of the poem.
Laura Reed
Manager of Children's Services
Pickering Public Library
905-831-6265 ext. 6227
laurar@picnet.org
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From: Christy Jones <xyjones3@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Paper bag backpacks
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:29:48 CDT
Hi all,
I think at some point over the summer there was a
disscusion about how to make backpacks out of paper
bags. If anyone still has those instructions could
you please send them to me off-list at
xyjones3@yahoo.com
Thank you so much in advance,
Christy
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From: April Mazza <amazza@mln.lib.ma.us>
To: PUBYAC Listserv <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Internet (mis)Use reponses
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:29:56 CDT
Hi all,
I just wanted to thank everyone who replied to my request for ideas
concerning a procedure for when patrons violate our Internet policy. I
really do not know what I would do without the help of other librarians!
Following is my original message and the responses for those interested.
--- April Mazza <amazza@mln.lib.ma.us>
wrote:
> Hello all, Our Board of Trustees recently voted NOT to filter
> our (one and only) public access internet computer in the children's
> room. But they would like a written procedure of what staff will do
when
> we encounter someone violating our recently revised Internet Use
Policy
> (available at
http://www.wayland.ma.us/library/Internetpolicyrevised.htm).
> I would think the obvious first step would be to point out the policy
to the
> person and warn them they are violating the policy and they need to
stop. I don't really know where to go from there. I would think at
some point we could restrict their access somehow.
> Does anyone out there have such a procedure in place (written or
unwritten). I would
> greatly appreciate input from the group.
> Thanks so much,
> April Mazza
> Youth Services
> Wayland Free Public Library
> 5 Concord Road
> Wayland MA 01778
> (508) 358-2308
> amazza@mln.lib.ma.us
Responses:
Anyone who wants to use an internet computer MUST read our internet
policy
and sign a form saying that he has done so. We make a note in the
person's
record indicating this has been done. For minors a parent must sign the
form
as well.
***************************************
April,
Under the heading Internet Access in the Youth Services
Department
it
is stated:
" Any child who intentionally accesses on-line sites that are
inappropriate in a public setting will be given a verbal warning and
their
parents will be contacted. A second offense will result in the loss of
Internet privileges in the Youth Department."
*******************************************
Hi April,
In Haverhill we tell the person what they are looking
at is inappropriate for the library. We hand him or
her a copy of our policy and maybe do a bit of
Internet saefty, for example, tell the person that
clicking on chat room links is a bad idea, or they are
responsible if they click on something in their email,
etc. We might tell the person that protests "it
wasn't me!" to get a librarian if that sort of thing
"just happens to pop up" (as they will claim) so we
can reset the computer, since resetting is often the
only way to get rid of the windows.
We try not to make judgements about what people are
using the computers for, so we make it a point that
what they are doing is not wrong, but they are in the
wrong place.
Most people get embarassed at being caught and leave
right away. If it happens twice in one day, we'll ask
the person to leave the computer area for the rest of
the day. If someone is consistently looking at porn
they could be banned from the computers in the teen or
children's area, or from all the computers, either for
a set amount of time or indefinitely. When we ask
someone to leave the library for a period of time, we
give him or her a form so they have in writing the
date s/he is allowed to return. I can fax you a copy
if you want one.
Interestingly enough, we have more problems with men
looking at gay porn than teens or children looking at
porn. Teens seem more interested in 18+ sites like
rotten or steak and cheese that have tastless jokes
and disturbing graphics. Also, we are more concerned
with graphical that text.
If you want to get your policy across to people, post
it around the computer area, place a link in a
prominent spot on your website, and consider making a
pop up window, like youth(wired)
http://www.youthwired.sat.lib.tx.us/
does... we did that for awhile in Haverhill.
*********************************************************
I don't have this in writing, but our library handles it two ways. If
it is a child (under 13) the child gets to go in to our library
director's office for a chat about safe and appropriate use of the
Internet in a public place. If it is an adult they are required to sign
a form stating they have read and/or discussed the library's Internet
policy (a copy is given to them and discussed if they are willing).
There is then a notation made on their patron screen that gives the date
they signed the acknowledgment form (we require a library card to use
the Internet, so we look at the patron screen before we allow anyone to
use the computers). If it happens again their Internet privileges are
permanently revoked, but they are still fr ee to use the other library
services.
***********************************************
Several of the public libraries in our area (Montgomery County, PA -
suburbs of Philadelphia) have adopted acceptable use agreements which
describe their policies for Internet use and require the signatures of
parent and child. (This had been standard procedure in schools for a
number of years now.) Anyone requesting borrowing privileges must read
and sign this form as part of the application process. The burden of
responsibility is then shared, and expectations are made clear at the
outset. If the agreement is violated, the privileges are forfeited.
I do not know what they are doing "retroactively" for pre-established
accounts. I suppose they would request the completion of the form at the
time that the account is up for renewal....
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From: <laanders@bellsouth.net>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Program sign-ups
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Thanks so much to everyone who posted suggestions about how to handle
program sign-ups! The next time we do sign-ups for a program, I'll let you
know how it goes. We're having a harvest festival program October 12, but
so many things are going on that weekend, we don't think we'll have a huge
turn-out. We're just asking for people's names if they want a reminder
call.
Linda Anderson
Public Library of Nashville and Davidson County
Nashville, Tennessee
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From: <ddipaolo@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Mother/Daughter Quilting
Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:30:12 CDT
Hi All,
Our library is thinking about planning
a "Mother/Daughter Quilting" program as an
upcoming event. If anyone has had success with
this or tips to share, we'd love to hear
them....such as what materials to have on hand,
what patterns are easy to teach & is one class
enough time or should there be a follow up?
Feel free to respond off the list...I'll gladly
list & post responses later on.
Thanks!
Denise DiPaolo
young Adult Librarian
Rogers Memorial Library
Southampton, NY 11968
ddipaolo@suffolk.lib.ny.us
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From: "Vicky Smith" <vjsmith@mcarthur.lib.me.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: latecomers
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Thank you, Alisa, for expressing your opinion, which is very popular
with me. Have we all so little intimate experience with
preschoolers that we have forgotten how a simple act like tying a
shoe can turn into a 30-minute adventure? Locking the children out
isn't going to do them any favors, and neither will shaming their
parents for coming late. I don't think we are in any position to be
other than grateful for every blessed foot that walks through the
door, however late.
Vicky Smith
Children's Librarian
McArthur Library
Biddeford, ME
vjsmith@mcarthur.lib.me.us
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From: "Beverly Kirkendall" <bkirkend@ci.hurst.tx.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: reading buddies
Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:30:25 CDT
On the subject of reading buddies...
I have been approached on more than one occasion to have a program of this =
nature, perhaps pairing senior citizens with elementary children (sort of =
"adopt a grandparent to read with" concept). If your library has a
program =
of this nature, I would like to know if you do any kind of a background =
check on the adults who will be working with the kids, especially since it =
indicates a one-on-one situation (not always directly superivsed by =
library staff). I don't like to sound paranoid, but with the discussion =
we've been having on alleged students just observing story times....=20
Beverly Kirkendall
bkirkend@ci.hurst.tx.us
Library Manager, Youth Services
Hurst Public Library
Hurst, TX
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From: "sharon cerasoli" <sharoncerasoli@hotmail.com>
To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians servi" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Seeking book suggestions for bilingual 5th grade:
Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:30:32 CDT
Hello to all!
I am going to be making monthly class visits to a Middle School, targetin=
g the 5th grade. Several of the classes are bilingual, and I am looking f=
or suggestions of stories to tell or read for this age level. (I am used =
to class visits for Kindergarten-2nd grade!)
for instance, Folk tales for this age group or stories to solve, for both=
the bilingual class and the other classes.
I am Not looking for booktalk suggestions but rather stories to share tha=
t day and engage the children; this has been the format that previous lib=
rarians have used and that I need to follow for now.
Last Question: does Pubyac have an archive up and running?
Thanks in advance,
Sharon Cerasoli
New Haven Free Public Library
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From: "Carol Pieper" <CPIEPER@cml.lib.oh.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Picture Book Database
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:30:39 CDT
Dear Dale,
Thank you so very much. It looks wonderful, but what is
"boolean"?
Carol
>>> bethtarr@yahoo.com 09/30/02
01:57PM >>>
This might have already been posted, but I just ran
across it by accident.
There's a Children's Picture Book Database available
online from Miami University (Ohio). It could be
helpful (especially the boolean search) for picture
book stumpers.
The URL is http://www.lib.muohio.edu/pictbks/
--Beth Tarr
Los Angeles Public Library
=====
"They're confiscating my books."
"Giles, we need those books."
"Believe me, I tried to tell that to the nice man with the big gun."
~Giles and Buffy, in "Gingerbread"
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From: Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: student observing story time
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:30:46 CDT
Agreed. Assuming you never ask, in ten years, how many people will
come under false pretenses to observe a story hour? One? None?
It
really isn't most people's idea of fun. Not worth it to check up.
Bonita
Jennifer Andersen wrote:
I also wondered, why would a student request to observe a storytime
unless
it was part of a homework assignment? But then I thought, why should it
matter if they are or are not a MLS/Education student. With there being
a
fear there will be a shortage of librarians in the next ten years or so,
anyone observing would get to see how much fun we have and it may
interest
them (if they aren't taking a class) to look into librarianship as a
career.
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From: "Susan H. Holland" <shholland@bladen.k12.nc.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org, ISLMANET-L@listserv.uiuc.edu
Subject: middle school reading activities
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:30:54 CDT
As a "media person in training" I need your experience and ideas in
developing a program aimed at grades 5-8 that will foster both an
interest in reading and promote a bit of friendly competition between
classes and grade levels.$ is not an object.....we have none. I coach
the Battle of the Books Team and like that format, but would like to try
something else for the general population of the school. Grades 5 and 6
also take part in Book-It, but the need is still there for a little bit
more.
Thanks for any help you can offer. Please reply ASAP as I am including
the data in an assignment for one of my MLS courses.
Susie Holland
shholland@bladen.k12.nc.us
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From: "Troy and Nicole Morgan" <trikki@peoplepc.com>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: unregistered kids and programs
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:31:01 CDT
We make nametags for our registered programs. We have student volunteers
cut and assemble them, and then we lay them out with a sign in the
children's room, usually about 15 minutes before the program begins.
Before
we open the door to the activity room, the librarian will say, "Does
everyone have their nametags?" At that point, the parents who haven't
registered will ask how to get a nametag. Depending on the nature of the
program, we will either make a last minute nametag so that they can join, or
we will tell them that the program is full and that it required
pre-registration. Then we give them our program guide of upcoming programs
and encourage them to register in advance for future programs.
This also gives us the advantage of using the children's names during the
activity, making it more personal and also easier to stop unwanted behaviors
(no more "Hey you in the back...").
Nicole Morgan
Children's Librarian
Lakewood Public Library
Lakewood, OH
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From: Katrina Neville <KatrinaN@moval.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Banned Books Week Question(Long)
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I would pause to wonder whether this patron ever takes his children
shopping? In bookstores across the country, these books are being touted
in
much more obnoxious ways than in our "attractive" library posters.
The
power of suggestion is all around us -- unfortunately, children are much
more susceptible to it. It is at this point that it is the parent's
responsibility to step in and discuss the ideas being presented, and to
assist their children in making decisions appropriate for themselves
according to their own family values.
Was this patron's response to the posters extreme? I think so. If
your
library's goal is to push READING on children, you might explain that this
is in fact your goal. Unfortunately, you can't please all of the people
all
of the time. While it may be that you have lost a patron here, the only
people it truly negatively impacts are that patron and his family.
Katrina Neville
Children's Librarian
City of Moreno Valley
25480 Alessandro Blvd.
Moreno Valley, CA 92553
t: 909-413-3880
f: 909-247-8346
e: katrinan@moval.org
w: www.moreno-valley.ca.us
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From: "RoseMary Honnold" <honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: GET GRAPHIC @ YOUR LIBRARY DECORATING
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If you have posters of people in your YA room, how about adding conversation
balloons to them, comic book style, to deliver messages about TRW or parts
of your collection. You can draw them or MSPublisher has a graphic and you
can type in it in comix heavy font and it looks pretty cool.
RoseMary Honnold
Coshocton Public Library
655 Main ST
Coshocton, OH 43812
740-622-0956
honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us
101+ Teen Programs That Work
http://www.neal-schuman.com/db/6/296.html
See YA Around: a Web site for librarians who work with teens
http://www.cplrmh.com
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From: <_shellbells@excite.com>
To: <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2002 11:37 AM
Subject: GET GRAPHIC @ YOUR LIBRARY DECORATING
>
> I am decorating our YA room to go along with the 'Get Graphic @ Your
> Library' theme. I have taken the comic pages out of our Sunday papers
to
> use, but I would like other unique ideas, if anyone has any I would
> appreciate your help.
>
> Thank You,
> Shelly Puckett, YA Librarian
> MCPL
> Linton, Indiana
> Fax 812-847-4695
> blessed be!
>
>
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From: Becky Smith <bsmith@loganutah.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Banned Books Week Question(Long)
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Quite honestly, I'm on the patron's side on this one. I personally
believe those "expose your mind" posters *were* kind of insulting.
It's
all well and good (and right!) to spotlight those books which have been
challenged, and to let people know we have them available for those who
do want to read them. It's another thing to imply that unless you *do*
read these books, you have a completely closed mind. Whatever happened
to choice?
I like this year's theme better: Let Freedom Read. To me, this embodies
what Banned Books Week should be - a celebration of people's freedom to
read what they choose.
--
Becky Ann Smith
Youth Services Librarian
Logan Library, Logan, UT
bsmith@loganutah.org
http://www.logan.lib.ut.us
Janice Dukes wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> I apologize for cross-posting. This is long.
>
> I wanted to know if anyone has had a problem with the banned book posters
> from 2001(Expose your mind read a banned book). Last week we had two
> different patron's complain that he library was pushing the books such as
> Harry Potter and Captain Underpants on their children.
>
> Thanks we are hoping for feedback to determine our strategy for next year.
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From: "Mallette, Michelle" <MSMallette@city.surrey.bc.ca>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: New web site on Canadian picturebooks
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New site celebrates Canadian picturebooks
A new web site celebrating the diversity and success of Canadian illustrated
children's literature has been launched.
The Canadian Children's Illustrated Books Project web site is now accessible
to the public via the World Wide Web at
http://www.slais.ubc.ca/saltman/ccib/home.html.
Visitors to the site are treated to a sampling of the literary and visual
contributions of Canadian authors and illustrators to children's literature.
The site features an extensive list of multi-media resources, including an
annotated list of picturebooks that won national awards between 1970 and
2001 in Canada, Australia, Great Britain, and the United States. These
awards consist of the Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Illustrator's Award in
Canada, the Australian Book of the Year Award for picturebooks, the Kate
Greenaway Medal in Great Britain, and the Caldecott Medal in the United
States.
The web site is just one part of a three-year project funded by the Social
Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada and spearheaded by
Canadian children's literature authority, Judith Saltman, a professor in the
University of British Columbia's School of Library, Archival & Information
Studies.
She chose the picturebook as a focus for her research because "the
children's literature of a nation is a microcosm of that country's literary
and socio-cultural values, beliefs, themes, and images, including those of
geography, history, and identity." She says as a condensed literary and
artistic genre, form and content are more concentrated and immediate in
picturebooks than in the broader genres of fiction and nonfiction. "The
perceptions of individual authors and illustrators are naturally distilled
to a personal or cultural essence. The picturebook portrays in bold relief
the themes of a specific Canadian literature for children."
In addition to the web site, Saltman, with co-author Gail Edwards, sessional
lecturer in the Faculty of Education, University of British Columbia, is
compiling the research into a book on Canadian children's illustrated books,
featuring interviews with selected award-winning Canadian picturebook
authors and illustrators, as well as editors, book designers, booksellers,
and academics. Saltman and Edwards hope to raise Canadians' awareness of the
rich tapestry of culture, history and character that exists in Canadian
picturebooks for children. This project will provide Canadians with a
comprehensive examination of the historical context and current state of
Canadian children's illustrated books in English from an interdisciplinary
perspective. Together, the site and the book explore the historical
development of illustrated books for children in Canada, and provide a
critical understanding of Canadian identity as presented in picturebooks.
The book has been accepted by the University of Toronto Press.
Michelle Mallette, MLIS
Youth Services Librarian
Guildford Library/Port Kells Library
Surrey Public Library
604-588-5015 ext 309
msmallette@city.surrey.bc.ca
"There has been an alarming increase in
the number of things I know nothing about."
-- Winnie the Pooh
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From: Sharon Grover <sgrover@erols.com>
To: PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults & Children
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Youth Services Position
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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 21:31:37 CDT
ARLINGTON COUNTY, VIRGINIA
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
YOUTH SPECIALIST/ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER*
Salary: $39,854 - $64,417**
KIND OF WORK: This is a professional position in the Department of
Libraries. The incumbent is responsible for assisting with the
management of the Branch Library and for planning, organizing,
implementing, and evaluating a complete program of library services for
young people through grade eight. Specific duties include: acting as
branch manager in the absence of the manager, assisting with
administrative duties including supervision of shelvers and volunteers;
maintaining balanced collections for youth and keeping current with
literature for youth; providing reference and reader's advisory service
to children and adults of diverse backgrounds, some of them with limited
English skills; preparing, presenting and evaluating library programs
for youth; speaking to school and community groups about library
services and materials and insuring that collections and services meet
the needs of the entire community; participating in meetings and
activities of library teams serving youth; participating in the
planning and development of programs with departmental specialists and
other community providers of services for youth; monitoring the use of
library materials and facilities; and performing other duties as
assigned. Supervision is provided by the Branch Manager.
Professional
development is coordinated by the heads of the Central Library,
Children's and Young Adult Services. Collection development assistance
is provided by the Juvenile and Young Adult Selection Specialist.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To be considered for this position, you
must meet minimum qualifications. Applicants who also meet desirable
qualifications will be given preference. An incomplete application form
may be cause for rejection.
MINIMUM: Master of Library Science degree from ALA accredited college
or university, with two years of experience providing library services.
SUBSTITUTION: A Librarian's certificate issued by the Virginia Board
for the Certification of Librarians may substitute for the Master's
degree.DESIRABLE: Preference may be given to candidates with one or
more of the following: a) experience in public library providing
services to young patrons; b) coursework or experience in youth
literature; c) experience providing service to persons with limited
English skills; d) experience coordinating the work of others; and/or e)
experience providing public library service using on-line database and
internet resources.
BACKGROUND CHECK: A pre-hire background check will be made on all
candidates who are selected for employment. It may include checks of
the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional
licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release
authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
* The official title of this position is Librarian II.
** The salary scale (grade 9) for this position is from $39,854 (normal
entrance) to $64,417 (maximum). With satisfactory performance,
employees are considered for periodic (step) increases up to the maximum
of the range. The probationary period for this position is one year.
YOUTH SPECIALIST/ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER
Supplemental Questionnaire (required)
7012-3A-LIB
NAME: _______________________________ SSN:
_________________________
This supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated as part of the formal
examination process. The information you provide in this questionnaire
will be reviewed to determine if you meet the qualifications for the
position. It is therefore your responsibility to provide us with clear,
detailed, accurate information regarding your training and/or experience
in the areas covered. Answer each question thoroughly. Do not
substitute a résumé. If you require more space for your responses,
please be sure to write your name and the number of the question to
which you are responding at the top of each additional sheet. Make sure
you attach your response sheets to your completed application form.
Please give a brief description of your experience and/or training in
the following areas:
1. Public library experience providing services to young patrons.
2. Coursework or experience in youth literature.
3. Providing service to persons with limited English skills.
4. Coordinating the work of others.
5. Providing library services using on-line database and
internet
resources.
Work hours: Schedule is determined by the needs of the work location
and includes evening and weekend work. Employees at the Aurora Hills
Branch are scheduled to work between 8:30 a.m. and 9:15 p.m. Actual
schedule will be determined upon appointment. The incumbent may be
required to work on one County holiday when the library is open. In
addition to holiday pay, the appropriate overtime rule will apply. Work
Location: Work location is determined by customer service needs and may
change over time. This position is currently assigned to the Aurora
Hills Branch Library, 735 18th Street.
Applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 P.M. on the closing
date to: Human Resources Department#1 Courthouse Plaza, Suite 5112100
Clarendon BoulevardArlington, VA 22201
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:Weekdays 8 - 5: (703) 228-350024-HOUR JOB
LINE: (703) 228-3363TTY Line: (703) 228-4613
FAX Line: (703)
228-3265 Website: www.co.arlington.va.us/pers
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