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Teen Nonfiction

April 11, 2022 by Karen Jensen, MLS

Nonfiction Book Review: I’ve Got Your Back by Jorge Arteaga and Emily May

Teen Librarian Karen Jensen talks about bystander intervention and a new nonfiction title designed to help teens know how to help when they see harassment

September 12, 2021 by Karen Jensen, MLS

Sunday Reflections: That Time I Tried to Talk About Being an Ally and the Book That Can Help Us All Have Those Conversations

Teen Librarian Karen Jensen talks about the upcoming book Allies and helping teens to become better allies for the social justice they want to see

March 24, 2021 by Karen Jensen, MLS

#FactsMatter Primer: The What, Who, and Why of Middle Grade and Teen Nonfiction

A brief exploration of the what, who and why of middle grade and teen nonfiction

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Book Review: Holy Spokes: a biking bible for everyone by Rob Coppolillo (with a TPiB)

February 4, 2013 by Karen Jensen, MLS

It’s January, which means your TV is being flooded with weight loss ads and 1 out of every 1 person it seems is making a resolution to lose weight and get in shape.  Cycling is a great way to do that. When The Mr. and I were dating, we spent a lot of time – […]

Book Review: Uncool, a Girl’s Guide to Misfitting In by Erin Elisabeth Conley

November 16, 2012 by Karen Jensen, MLS

The Unrules: Be kind to your fellow misfits. Believe that black is a color suitable for any occasion, worthy of even being added to the rainbow. Think.  Be.  Think and be different. Throw caution to the wind.  Take chances with fashion, hobbies, hopes, and dreams. Be OK with wearing things that your mother, grandmother, or […]

Retro Movies with Reel Culture: 50 Classic Movies You Should Know About (So You Can Impress Your Friends) by Mimi O’Connor

November 12, 2012 by Karen Jensen, MLS

Retro can be cool.  And let’s face it, there are some great classic movies out there.  In fact, a lot of our ya lit, TV shows and movies like to drop those classic movie references in there and sometimes, teens can be lost.  But don’t fear – there is a book to help! Isn’t there […]

A “Zest” for Teen Nonfiction: Your TLT Zest Books HQ

October 29, 2012 by Karen Jensen, MLS

During the month of November TLT is going to be talking about Teen Nonfiction and Science Fiction.  As part of our celebration we are doing a special project with Zest Books for the week of November 11th-17th.  During this week we will be reviewing several of their titles, giving you ready made programs to use […]

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