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The End of an Era; What Libraries Can Learn from Taylor Swift
Teen librarian Karen Jensen discusses the end of the Eras Tour and what libraries can learn from Taylor Swift
Read Rec Rachel: YA Books for Your Favorite Recent Blockbuster Movie Characters (Wicked / Moana 2 / Gladiator II)
It was a huge week in the movie world this Thanksgiving, as Wicked and Gladiator II continued their streaks and Moana 2 premiered to huge numbers. So I thought, while listening once again to the Wicked soundtrack, why not recommend books that I think fit some of the characters from these huge films? After all, […]
Introducing: Heather Cox Richardson, putting the past and present together in context
In which teen librarian Karen Jensen discusses historian Heather Cox Richardson and the Department of Education.
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Reading Adventures: Engaging Activities to Inspire Middle Grade Readers, a guest post by Alice Reinert
Fostering a love of reading in students is one of the most rewarding roles for me as a school librarian. However, in today’s fast-paced, tech-savvy world, it can be challenging to keep young readers engaged. In this post, I will explore a variety of strategies school librarians can use to captivate students’ interest in reading. […]
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Why Teen Horror Books Are Perfect for Bridging the Gap Between Middle Grade and YA, a guest post by author Josh Roberts
Author Josh Roberts talks about horror and bridging the gap between middle grade and teens
Beyond the “Other Side”: Exploring Disability Using Ghosts, a guest post by Chloe Spencer
Author Chloe Spencer talks about her book, Haunting Melody, and disability representation
Moderating Big Ideas for Middle Grade Minds, a guest post by Katie Engen
I work with young readers who vent to me about fiction books their teachers assign. Ugh, not another book about mean people. There’s just so much sad stuff in this book. Can’t we just read? I hate [insert generic comprehension check here]. Ah, middle grade readers. Such a mix of tender sensibilities, growing toughness, and […]
Cindy Crushes Programming: Pokemon Inspired Planters, by Teen librarian Cindy Shutts
Teen librarian Cindy Shutts shares a fun program inspired by Pokemon characters and a love of succulents
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