First Chapter Books are kids entree to the world of the "library aisles". It can be an intimidating place for the kids and parents. Here is a quick list and some tips to make this a great experience for your family!
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Book clubs can just be wine and whine meetings. If you want a little more interaction and meaningful
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Summer means so many fun adventures - often car rides! Some families love to listen to audio books together and its a great way to bond - discuss difficult topics - laugh - learn - explore! When selecting the right books to enjoy, you have to consider who will be in the car. I recommend elementary and middle grade books for families with mixed ages. Normally they will be free of intense situations and keep the plot moving fast enough to keep you listening!
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So after I finished my MLS, I began
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If you understand HOW people seek information, you can be the bridge to that knowledge.
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As a librarian, we get to wear so many hats making one day like no other. The basis of librarianship is about expanding one's knowledge through materials and experiences. We do it for everyone who walk in the door,
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I know that librarians love Mr. Popper's Penguins, but I had not read it myself, so figured a quick audiobook listen would work great! I downloaded it onto my Libby app (check with your library - free audiobooks!) and I was pulled back into the 1940s to the days of housewives, paperhangers and old fashioned radio! If you haven't read the story yet, I won't give too much away --- but Mr. Popper LOVES Arctic adventures and when he is not painting people's kitchens the
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A little like Alice - wandering and finding a new world - Inspiration comes to me in spurts and I often stumble upon it. It's so important to be ready for when the inspiration hits - to sketch, draw, write - to catch whatever is flowing through me. I mostly find inspiration in words,
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It's all of those little details, marks and texture that make art one of a kind. When I look at art, I love to see the artist's hand in the work - their brush strokes, pen marks, maybe where they covered over something. Each medium allows us to add details in different ways - the strikes in metal work - and each stroke leaves an impression.
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This year is made of traveling adventures! A trip to Maui brought me so much joy! The island is filled with amazing artists
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