Summer reading program themes can be used in developing Do-It-Yourself programs. In California, the 2013 summer reading program materials from the California Library Association celebrate “Reading is So Delicious!” Here are some ideas for programs [continue reading]
Edgar Awards, “Briefings,” and ACL Pinterest Page
The Mystery Writers of America has announced the winners of its 2013 Edgar Allan Poe Awards, honoring the best in mystery fiction, non-fiction, and television, in celebration of the 204th anniversary of Poe’s birth: BEST [continue reading]
Review of the Week
Thomas, Jan. Let’s Sing a Lullaby with the Brave Cowboy. Jan Thomas, Illus. Pic. Bk. Beach Lane, 2012. [40]p. $12.99. 978-1-4424-4276-4. OUTSTANDING. GRADES PRE-K. The Brave Cowboy loves to sing lullabies for his calf friends [continue reading]
ACL Meeting Reminder
We hope you can join us for the ACL Meeting on Friday, May 10, 2013, from 9am-1pm at the Oakland Main Library. We will have our usual book reviewing and Distinguished books sharing, along with [continue reading]
Obituaries and Awards
Author Fred McKissack Dies at age 73: Award-winning author Fred McKissack died of heart failure on April 28, 2013; he was 73 years of age. Co-writing with wife and partner Patricia, the McKissacks created more [continue reading]
Architects Storytime Ideas
For an activity, a free play time involving the use of Duplo or wooden blocks to build something of their own choosing would be fun! Or make blueprints using dark blue construction paper and white chalk [continue reading]
Farm Storytime Ideas (2013)
There are hundreds (if not thousands) of picture books set on the farm, and even city kids can appreciate a farm-themed storytime. Be sure to include songs like “Old MacDonald,” “B-I-N-G-O,” and “The Farmer in [continue reading]
Review of the Week
Balliett, Blue. Hold Fast. Fic. Scholastic, 2013. 288p. $17.99. 978-0-545-29988-6. OUTSTANDING. GRADES 4-7. “Hold Fast.” That’s what Early Pearl’s dad Dash would say to them if he was here. “Hold fast to your dreams.” However, Dash [continue reading]