Every month, we post an annotated bibliography of books that were rated ‘Outstanding’ and nominated for our Distinguished List at our previous month’s meeting. Members can see full reviews of these books and many more [continue reading]
Berkeley Library Director Resigns, Barefoot Gen Anniversary Project Announced
Berkeley PL Director Resigns: Jeff Scott has resigned from his post as director of the Berkeley Public Library (CA) after opposition to his policies on weeding materials from the collection: www.insidebayarea.com/breaking-news/ci_28734895/berkeley-library-director-resigns Barefoot Gen Anniversary Project: [continue reading]
Frogs Storytime Ideas (2015)
Many preschoolers are interested in their local parks and environments, so frogs can be a great choice for a storytime theme. Often they can see frogs in the wild in many areas near their homes. [continue reading]
Ducks Storytime Ideas
Even in urban centers such as Oakland, there are ducks in nearby parks, lakes, and other areas that are visited by preschoolers. For a craft project on this familiar animal, make these duck finger puppets [continue reading]
Programming Ideas: Harry Potter Party
Do-It-Yourself Program Ideas – Harry Potter Crafts and Games A book party celebrating J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” books will still draw a crowd, even after all these years! Here are some ideas for a craft [continue reading]
Luna and Me Review
Kostecki-Shaw, Jenny Sue. Luna and Me. Picture Book. Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw, Illus. Christy Ottavio/H. Holt, 05/2015. 40p. PLB $17.99. 978-0-8050-9976-8. OUTSTANDING. GRADES PRE-3. This book is based upon the true story (from one perspective) of [continue reading]
Reissues and Special Editions Out This Month
Bruel, Nick. Bad Kitty: 10th Anniversary Edition! Roaring Brook, 2015. [42p.]. $16.99. ISBN 978-1-62672-245-3. Although this edition of the first book in the popular “Bad Kitty” series is not useful for libraries, it will [continue reading]
Blackbird Fly Review
Entrada Kelly, Erin. Blackbird Fly. Greenwillow, 03/2015. 296p. $16.99 978-0-06-223861-0. OUTSTANDING. GRADES 6-12. Apple has always had a hard time fitting in; she just can’t seem to get along with her mom or her old [continue reading]