Join us in April when Andrea Kneeland and Sam Solomon will share information about “appeal terms.” This presentation will explore using Olga Nessi’s Appeal Terms in both school and public library programming, as well as its application to readers’ advisory. “Appeal Terms” are a highly adaptable way to move beyond genre in exploring reading preferences, and are a helpful addition to programs such as book clubs and book tastings.

Andrea Kneeland is a BUSD Teacher Librarian on Special Assignment, supporting libraries and instructional technology. She has worked in elementary, middle and high schools, in both public and private school settings.

Sam Solomon joined OUSD as an English Teacher and now serves as the librarian at Calvin Simmons Library which serves students in grades 6-12 at both Life Academy and United for Success Academy. When not at school you might find her on rollerskates, camping, or (surprise) reading while cuddling her cats, Albert, Gretchen & Minerva.