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From: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:01 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 1310

    PUBYAC Digest 1310

Topics covered in this issue include:

  1) stumper
by Nancy Bonne <bonne@noblenet.org>
  2) Stumper - THANKS!
by "Cecelia Mestas-Holm" <cmholm@inlandlib.org>
  3) YA stumper
by "Daisy Porter" <dporter@gno.lib.la.us>
  4) Bob Books
by Ford-Betsy@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov
  5) Stumper Solved???
by "Margaret Korenski" <MKORENSKI@vigo.lib.in.us>
  6) Delaware County, PA
by Allison Peters <apeters@jefferson.lib.co.us>
  7) Volunteer in South Africa
by "April Mazza" <AMazza@minlib.net>
  8) special needs programs?
by Marin <marinj@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
  9) Mock Newbery Results
by "Carol Edwards" <edwarc@mx.pon.net>
 10) Magic Tree House and Box Car Children Programs
by "Peggy Picallo" <ppicallo@scgov.net>
 11) Mock Caldecott results
by "Susan Dailey" <obldailey@wellscolibrary.org>
 12) Re: Time Limit Management Programs
by "Jennifer Murphy, Head of the Children's Library"
 <murphyj@uhls.lib.ny.us>
 13) stumper--the "haunter experiment" from 70s?
by Chris Pasco-Pranger <cpascopranger@leaplibraries.org>
 14) New School Library
by "Sherry Small" <SherrySmall@EarthLink.net>
 15) Applications are now being accepted for Librarian I--Oakland, CA
by "Ramie, Crystal" <CRamie@oaklandlibrary.org>
 16) Conference Information
by TEACHINGTALES@aol.com
 17) FW: New format for teen series and sequels
by CKehoe@bettendorf.lib.ia.us
 18) PUBYAC: Opportunity For High School Girls
by "Wanda Jones" <wjones98@hotmail.com>
 19) Re: story time survey
by "Sheilah O'Connor" <soconnor@tpl.toronto.on.ca>

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From: Nancy Bonne <bonne@noblenet.org>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: stumper
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Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:02:05 CST

A patron is looking for a picture book about an Irish terrier named
Paddy.  He read it as a child, and appears to be around 35 or so.   I asked
him,  hoping for more information,  what Paddy did?  Turns out Paddy "Went
to town".  Does anyone recognize this?  The only thing I've eliminated is
that it is not a James Herriot  children's book, as far as I can
tell....thanks, everyone!  Nancy Bonne,,,bonne@noblenet.org

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From: "Cecelia Mestas-Holm" <cmholm@inlandlib.org>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper - THANKS!
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Thanks ever so much to Diana Norton, Vicky Schoenrock, Kelly Girard and Jane
Baird for the prompt replies to my question about the soup story. Mexicali
Soup by Kathryn Hitte sounds right on target. I appreciate your help
greatly!


Cecelia Mestas-Holm, M.S.L.I.S.
Inland Library System
Riverside, California
cmholm@inlandlib.org
909.369.7994
FAX:  909.784.1158

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From: "Daisy Porter" <dporter@gno.lib.la.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: YA stumper
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:02:38 CST


Hi all.  A patron is looking for a young adult book that she read in the =
late 1980s. It probably isn't a lot older than that. All she remembers =
that it was the story of friendship between two girls that liked to wear =
all-black clothing, and the girls ended up falling in love with each =
other. One of the characters was named Chloe. I've looked in NoveList =
and done a Google search. I know it isn't much to go on, but does anyone =
have any ideas?

Thanks in advance,
Daisy Porter
New Orleans Public Library

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From: Ford-Betsy@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Bob Books
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:02:53 CST

Does anyone circulate Bob Books?  I'm a new children's librarian and in my
settling in have found several boxes of Bob Books---Level
A Set 1, Level A Set 2, etc. in one of my closets. 

I had them on my desk and a couple of parents have expressed interest in
them but with all the little books, I'm wondering is it better to reserve
them for use in the library or just to let them circ like any other book?

Any ideas or thoughts would be appreciated.

TIA.

Betsy Ford
Monroe County Public Library
Key West, FL

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From: "Margaret Korenski" <MKORENSKI@vigo.lib.in.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper Solved???
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Everyone who responded to my stumper involving a young girl with polio =
seemed to think that the book was Peg Kehret's Small Steps: The Year I Got =
Polio.  I relayed that info to the patron's mom and she didn't think that =
sounded right.  She is going to try to contact the school to see if the =
teacher will remember the book.  If I find that it is something different, =
I will relay that back to you.  In the meantime, thanks to all who took =
the time to help!

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From: Allison Peters <apeters@jefferson.lib.co.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Delaware County, PA
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Hi all,
If there are any librarians on this list in Delaware County, Pennsylvania,
will you please drop me a line?  I have some questions about libraries in
your area.

Thanks so much and Happy New Year!
Allison

Allison Peters
Children's Services Librarian
Belmar Library
Jefferson County Public Library
555 S. Allison Parkway
Lakewood City Commons
Lakewood, CO 80226
phone (720) 963-0900 ext. 2
apeters@jefferson.lib.co.us

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From: "April Mazza" <AMazza@minlib.net>
To: "PUBYAC" <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Volunteer in South Africa
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:03:37 CST

Hi all, The World Library Partnership is looking for volunteers for their
summer 2004 Inform the World program.  I was a volunteer in 2001 and
would be happy to answer any questions!
April Mazza
Youth Services
Wayland Public Library
(508) 358-2308
AMazza@minlib.net


Volunteer in South Africa!
Announcing the 2004 Inform the World Library Skills Exchange

If you love books and reading, consider spending the summer of 2004
helping communities gain access to the information they need to build a
better future.

The ITW Library Skills Exchange is a 4-week hands-on volunteer program
primarily for librarians, library science students, and retired
professionals (we do also accept some non-librarians). The program
provides structured training and assistance to South African librarians
and others with little or no formal librarian training, while offering
volunteers the opportunity to use their skills and experience the vibrant
culture of rural South African communities.

The program is called a "skills exchange" because African and
international librarians bring their expertise together to create unique
answers to the information needs of rural African communities.  Sometimes
the solutions are based on international standards, like using a
recognized method for classifying books. Other times, they are unique
adaptations to local conditions, like delivering books by donkey cart or
making paper from elephant dung.
Most often, each volunteer and African librarian contributes to creating
a library as special as the community it serves.

The programs is 4 weeks; there are two groups going to different
locations:
Limpopo Province: July 12 - August 12
KwaZulu Natal (KZN) Province: July 16 - August 17

The World Library Partnership (WLP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated
to building global understanding by promoting literacy, learning and
access to information. We believe that libraries empower individuals and
enrich communities and we advocate for sustainable, community-based
libraries in developing areas of the world.  Visit our website at
www.worldlibraries.org for more information about us.

We welcome applications from interested volunteers around the world.  For
more information and to apply, please see
http://www.worldlibraries.org/itw/southafrica/saprogram.shtml
ITW 2000 volunteer Debbie Kilcup put it best when she said; We left not
only a very functional and appealing facility behind for the eager
learners, but also a piece of our hearts. We are different for the
experience.


I never imagined I'd find such a perfect fit to combine my interest in
volunteering, traveling in developing countries, cross-cultural
understanding and also make use of my skills as a librarian said
Kara Malenfant (ITW 2001)

We'd love to have you join us!

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From: Marin <marinj@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: special needs programs?
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Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:03:52 CST

We had a parent complain recently that we do not have any programs that
she can just drop her special needs child off in.

In the past, we have accomodated special needs by consulting with the
parent and signing the child up for a program that was on their
developmental level rather than age level. Also, if a child is the right
age, we wouldn't stop a parent from signing up their child - they could
even attend the program with their child if they felt it would help.
However, she doesn't want any of these options.

No one on staff has the training or education background to feel
comfortable running a special needs program. Obviously we
could hire someone, but we really can't
justify $100., $200. or more for a program of limited range when we have
such a small programming budget.

Does anyone have any suggestions or ways to handle the situation?
Thanks in advance.

Jen Marin
marinj@suffolk.lib.ny.us

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From: "Carol Edwards" <edwarc@mx.pon.net>
To:  <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Mock Newbery Results
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Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:04:05 CST

Please excuse any cross posting...


Sonoma County Library held two Mock Newbery Discussions yesterday.

One discussion group that was held for Children's Services staff picked
for the winner

The Tale of Despereaux by  DiCamillo

Honor Books were:

Olive's Ocean by Henkes
Milkweed by  Spinelli

A second, but equally vital discussion was held for the public which
included writers, teachers, librarians and other interested people
picked

Sahara Special by Codell

Honor Books were

Colibri by Cameron
City of Ember by DuPrau
Locomotion by Woodson

Thanks to all the readers and participants, and now I'm off to San
Diego to hear what the actual committee picked. Ciao, Carol

Carol Edwards
Sonoma County Library
Santa Rosa, CA

 

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From: "Peggy Picallo" <ppicallo@scgov.net>
To: <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Magic Tree House and Box Car Children Programs
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Hello,

We are planning elementary aged summer programs using the series The Magic
Tree House and the Box
Car children series.  I was wondering if anyone had done a program on either
of these two series and
would mind sharing their program ideas with me.
I will collect all responses and then post the program ideas on PUBYAC for
everyone.
Please respond to my email: PPicallo@scgov.net

Thanks,

Peggy Picallo
Children's Librarian
Fruitville Library
100 Coburn Rd.
Sarasota, Fl 34240

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From: "Susan Dailey" <obldailey@wellscolibrary.org>
To: "PUBYAC" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Mock Caldecott results
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Dear PUBYACkers,

The Wells County Public Library in Bluffton, Indiana held two Mock Caldecott
Workshops for area librarians, media specialists and teachers.  The results
are as follows:

Thursday group (17 participating)
Winner: Roller Coaster by Marla Frazee
Honors: The Story of Little Black Sambo by Helen Bannerman, illustrated by
Christopher Bing
My Brother Martin by Christine King Farris, illustrated by Chris Soentpiet
  The Day the Babies Crawled Away by Peggy Rathmann

Friday group (31 participating)
Winner: Late for School by Mike Reiss, illustrated by Michael Austin
Honors: On Noah's Ark by Jan Brett
Straight to the Pole by Kevin O'Malley
Three Pebbles and a Song by Eileen Spinelli, illustrated by S. D.
Schindler

Anxiously awaiting the announcement,

Susan Dailey, librarian, speaker and author of "A Storytime Year"
www.susanmdailey.com
Ossian Branch Library
Ossian, IN
obldailey@wellscolibrary.org

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From: "Jennifer Murphy, Head of the Children's Library"
 <murphyj@uhls.lib.ny.us>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Time Limit Management Programs
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Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:04:46 CST

SAM.  Check the archives for a recent discussion about it.

Carol Chatfield wrote:

> Does anyone have a suggestion for a time limit management program for
> Internet use on public stations?  We have been using Fortres on Windows 98
> machines, but they are finally admitting that they are not developing a
new
> program for Windows 2000.  We have had good luck with it and like being
able
> to hand out disks with a specified time limit, as it is fairly cheap and
> doesn't require library cards (we are in a tourist area and get tons of
> buses of campers, foreign folks, etc. on vacation) to activate.
> We're looking for ideas of other inexpensive but reliable solutions.  Does
> anyone have a favorite?
> Thanks for your input.
> Carol Chatfield
> Ilsley Public Library
> Middlebury, VT
> cchatfield@myriad.middlebury.edu

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From: Chris Pasco-Pranger <cpascopranger@leaplibraries.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: stumper--the "haunter experiment" from 70s?
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Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:04:59 CST

We're stumped--our collective wisdom has failed us. Apologies if the answer
is glaringly obvious. Please help!  Question follows...

Chris Pasco-Pranger
Librarian
Cheshire Public Library
104 Main Street
Cheshire, CT 06457
(203) 272-2245
cpascopranger@leaplibraries.org

>>This is an unusual question, but if someone wants to give this a try here
>>goes:  My name is G-.  My sister, R- and I used to frequent the Cheshire
>>Library between the years 1973 and 1978.  During that time we read a book
>>out of the Junior High section that we thought was called "The Haunter
>>Experiment" but we can't find that title anywhere.  The story is about a
>>girl who is kidnapped and wakes up in a closed community that is a
>>school-like environment with other teenagers.  She and the others are
>>locked in and drugged so they will sleep through the night.  One morning
>>they find a cleaning rag and spray bottle on the floor in the
>>cafeteria.  They try to pry open the tile near it and find that it is
>>loose.  The formulate an escape.  Can you help me find this book?

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From: "Sherry Small" <SherrySmall@EarthLink.net>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: New School Library
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Oh great, experienced PUBYACERS,
I need your advice. I am a library student working on a fantastic project. I
have been given the task of totally redoing a small school library. This is
a school for children with multiple disabilities, so their collection needs
are slightly different but the environment can be more like a public library
than a school one. This library will be getting a complete overhaul.
Everything except the walls and carpeting. The collection needs to be
rebuilt from scratch, new shelving and furniture need to be purchased,
circulation software procured and decorations all need to be researched and
proposed to a committee. I contacted Brodart's new school opening service
department and Highsmith's library design service. Both seem to be very
competent, especially Brodart. Has anyone worked with these two companies or
any others in this capacity? Brodart's services particularly fit what I
need. They will take my parameters for this school and generate a core
collection recommended list. They will catalog it, label it and even come
out and shelve the first shipment! Are there other companies that do the
same thing that anyone can recommend? Does anyone know of a good library
furniture/space-design company? I welcome any and all advice on basically
all aspects of opening a new school library. Please respond to me at the
below e-mail.
Thanks for all your help,
Sheron Small
sherrysmall@earthlink.net

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From: "Ramie, Crystal" <CRamie@oaklandlibrary.org>
To: "'PUBYAC@prairienet.org'" <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Applications are now being accepted for Librarian I--Oakland, CA
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:05:26 CST

(apologies for cross-posting)

Oakland (CA) Public Library is now accepting applications for entry-level
librarians to advance its services to children, teenagers and adults.

Applications for placement on the city's Librarian I civil service list are
accepted at all times.  However, candidates interested in prompt
consideration of their applications should apply no later than January 30,
2004. Applications received after that date will not be reviewed until April
30, 2004.

This civil service list will be used to fill whatever full-time and
permanent part-time Librarian I vacancies that may arise, including
positions in children's, teen and adult services.

If you have an ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or expect to receive one within three
months, you are eligible to apply for these positions.  Paid professional
experience is not required, but applications from experienced librarians are
also welcome.

Salaries range from $25.47 - 31.29 per hour (37.5 hour work week) with a
generous benefits package.  For information about application procedures,
employment benefits, the library, or the city of Oakland, visit
 <http://www.oaklandlibrary.org/jobs/062001currentpost.html>
http://www.oaklandlibrary.org/jobs/062001currentpost.html or contact Library
Human Resources Supervisor Crystal Ramie at cramie@oaklandnet.com or at
(510) 238-6716.

Thanks you!

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From: TEACHINGTALES@aol.com
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Conference Information
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:05:40 CST

Hello friends,

In case anyone is heading to New England in March I wanted to let you know
about a wonderful conference opportunity. It is the annual conference for
LANES
(The League for the Advancement of New England Storytelling). While the
conference of course does focus on storytelling there are also workshops on
puppetry, music, curriculum connections, etc. for educators, librarians, and
performing artists.

The conference takes place at MIT Tang Center in Cambridge, MA from 3/19 -
3/21. Workshop information listed on the LANES website. Go to www.lanes.org.
Click on Sharing the Fire to read a brief synopsis on the workshop
offerings,
keynote speakers, OLIO performers and FAQ's.

If you have any questions I will be happy to try and answer them for you or
at least point you in the right direction. This is going to be one terrific
conference offered by a warm and welcoming community. I hope to see many of
you
there.

Warm wishes,
Karen
Karen Chace
Professional Storyteller/Arts Web Researcher
Co-publisher Working smARTS - An e-Publication for Professional Children's
Artists
Author of Researching Stories on the Internet Storytellers' Products-Karen
Chace
LANES Board Member  League for the Advancement of New England Storytelling
"If you would thoroughly know anything, teach it to others."
                                             Tryon Edwards

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From: CKehoe@bettendorf.lib.ia.us
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: FW: New format for teen series and sequels
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:05:53 CST

Please forgive me for cross-posting, but I'm very excited about our new
format for the Teen Series and Sequels web site.  It's now a searchable
database!  You can browse, or search by author, series title, or individual
book title.

Please, if you have a minute, take a look and let me know what you think.
Also, if you link to this page, you may want to update your link to
http://www.rbls.lib.il.us/bpl-bin/series.pl
<http://www.rbls.lib.il.us/bpl-bin/series.pl> .
*****************************
Maria Levetzow
Bettendorf Public Library
2950 Learning Campus Dr
Bettendorf IA  52722
563-344-4188
mlevetzow@bettendorlibrary.com <mailto:mlevetzow@bettendorlibrary.com>

www.bettendorflibrary.com/teen/index.htm
<http://www.bettendorflibrary.com/teen/index.htm>

Any opinions stated herein are mine only, and do not necessarily reflect the
opinions or policies of the Bettendorf Public Library.
*****************************
"They thought the Library was a dangerous place because of all the magical
books, which was true enough, but what made it really one of the most
dangerous places there could ever be was the simple fact that it was a
library."
---Terry Pratchett
"Guards!Guards!"
*****************************

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From: "Wanda Jones" <wjones98@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: PUBYAC: Opportunity For High School Girls
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Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:06:08 CST

Hi Yaccers,

I hope this isn't an inappropriate posting. Forgive me if it is.

WJ**************************************

Do you know anyone interested?   Well, tell them about this opportunity!
Subject:  FW: Summer Program for Girls and Summer Jobs Information
>DEADLINE FEBRUARY 3, 2004 MIT SUMMER PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS A Great
>Opportunity - MIT SUMMER PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS
>
>The Women's Technology Program at MIT is a 4-week summer residence program
>to introduce high school girls to electrical engineering and computer
>science. If you know a girl who is currently a high school junior wi! th
>demonstrated math and science ability and an interest in finding out about
>EECS, please encourage her to visit our website for more Information and
>for an application form (applications are due February 3, 2004):
>http://wtp.mit.edu
>
>Our classes are taught in a supportive environment by a staff of women MIT
>PhD candidates and undergraduates. The full-time academic program Includes
>hands-on experiments and team-based projects in computer science,
>Electrical engineering, and mathematics.
>
>Our goals are to: * i ncrease girls' interest and confidence in pursuing
>computer science and engineering and make them aware of their potential for
>success in these fields
>
>Participants are selected from a nationwide applicant pool of girls Who
>attend the program in the summer between their junior and senior year in
>high school. No prior experience in computer programming, physics, Or
>electrical engineering is expected, but applicants typically Have strong
>academic records, especially in math and science.
>
>Thank you for your help in communicating information about this opportunity
>to girls across the country! Our email address is: wtp@mit.edu. Call (617)
>253-5580 during business hours. Women's Technology Program, c/o Cynthia
>Skier, Director Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Room 38-443, 77
>Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02139
>
>SUMMER JOBS INFORMATION - DUE JANUARY 16, 2004
>
>THIS IS A UPDATE REGARDING THE SUMMER JOBS 2004
>ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
>
>
>You don't need an application since it's out of state. A resume of major
>classes and whatever skills you have will do and a brief cover letter with
>the announcement number and Grade number. Just remember to put attention
>Summer Clerical Program Director.
>
>Note: They pay special attention to spelling and appearance of the resume
>and the letter. Subject: FW: SUMMER JOBS 2004 - US State Dept, Wash DC -
>DEADLINE Jan 2004
>
>
>APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 2004 for employment May - Sept 2004.
>
>Please, FIND A STUDENT AND SHARE THIS INFORMATION: High School Grads,
>Vocational Schools, Community Colleges, College Students, etc. Pass on To
>churches, high schools, colleges and universities please! Help a student
>out!!! Help, don't Hinder!
>
>Students - COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS NOW!
>
>Brief of Vacancy Information: Agency: United States Department of State
>Announcement #: SCEP-2004 Closing Date: January 16, 2004 Period of
>Employment: May - Sept 2004 Grades: GS-2/3/4 Location: The Department of
>State at 2201 C. Street, NW Washington, DC and Metro Area Submit
>Application/Resume Package to: Bureau of Human Resources, ATTN: Summer
>Clerical Program Coordinator; US Department of State, 2401 E. Street NW,
>Room H-518, Washington, DC 20522
>
>
>
>Kamaron P. Kellum-Cloman NASA Headquarters Telephone: (202) 358-1071
>E-mail: kkellumc@hq.nasa.gov
>


Wanda Jones
Children's Librarian
Georgetown Neighborhood Library
Washington, DC 20007
wjones98@hotmail.com

Don't pretend to be happy when you aren't. That only works in
Hollywood.--Josiah, age 8

Children on Happiness by David Heller

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From: "Sheilah O'Connor" <soconnor@tpl.toronto.on.ca>
To: <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: story time survey
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 14:06:22 CST


There have lately been a number of queries that have come up in the past =
as well. The availabiliy of the archives for PubYac is a new thing and I =
doubt that many of us are thinking of that as our first step, when it =
probably should be.
Shannon, maybe once every couple of weeks, you could include a reminder =
about the archives and how to get into them?
There is such good information there and someone who has responded to the =
same question 2 or 3 times already, might not feel like doing so yet again =
and so the latest questioner would miss that input if the archives are not =
checked.
Sorry, that was quite a long-winded sentence, but you know what I mean!

Sheilah O'Connor
Toronto Public Library

>>> "Catherine Kyle" <ckyle@mcls.rochester.lib.ny.us> 01/09/04 01:01AM >>>
I'm finally getting into story time at my library and I'm having some =3D
problems. So I thought that I would ask more experienced librarians how =
=3D
they do it. If you have time to answer these questions, it would be =3D
vastly appreciated. Any hints that work for you would also be helpful.

1. What are the oldest ages of children in story time?

2. What is the length of story time?

3. How many weeks are your sessions? How long are your breaks between?

4. How far do you go in disciplining children? When do you ask them to =3D
leave? Have you ever told a child that they cannot come back?

5. What is your unattended child policy? Do you allow parents to leave =3D
the library while children are in story time?

6. Do you use crafts in your story time? How intensive are the crafts?

Thank you for any help you can spare!

Catherine Kyle
Youth Services Librarian
Parma Public Library
7 West Ave=3D20
Hilton, NY 14468
585-392-8350

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