Articles related to "American Library Association"
ALA 2009 Annual Conference
From July 9-15, the American Library Association's annual meeting will take place in Chicago, IL, one of the largest gatherings of librarians in the country.
american library association • american library association conference • american library association conference 2009 • ala 2009 • ala conference
From July 9-15, the American Library Association's annual meeting will take place in Chicago, IL, one of the largest gatherings of librarians in the country.
american library association • american library association conference • american library association conference 2009 • ala 2009 • ala conference
A Preview of the 2002 ALA Annual Conference
A few of the highlights of this year's American Library Association annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
conferences • professional development • american library association • programs • librarians
A few of the highlights of this year's American Library Association annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
conferences • professional development • american library association • programs • librarians
The 1999 Newbery and Caldecott Winners
Newbery and Caldecott Award winners for 1999.
1999 newbery and caldecott award winners • american library association
Newbery and Caldecott Award winners for 1999.
1999 newbery and caldecott award winners • american library association
Audiobook Review of Semana Santa by David Hewson
Semana Santa, the first book written by David Hewson, is a fast paced thriller based in southern Spain. Hewson's plot twists and turns, providing an enjoyable listen.
semana santa • david hewson • audiobook review • nic costa • thriller audiobook
Semana Santa, the first book written by David Hewson, is a fast paced thriller based in southern Spain. Hewson's plot twists and turns, providing an enjoyable listen.
semana santa • david hewson • audiobook review • nic costa • thriller audiobook
Children's Books and the CPSIA
As the Feb. 10 deadline approaches, libraries and schools - as well as parents - are left wondering whether children's books are included in the list of banned products.
childrens books and cpsia • libraries and cpsia • does consumer product safety improvement act apply • what american library association says about cpsia • what cpsc says about childrens books
As the Feb. 10 deadline approaches, libraries and schools - as well as parents - are left wondering whether children's books are included in the list of banned products.
childrens books and cpsia • libraries and cpsia • does consumer product safety improvement act apply • what american library association says about cpsia • what cpsc says about childrens books
Employment Opportunities in Computer Science
When people visualize a librarian's job, most visualize a boring existence; actually, jobs in library science are being shaped by exciting new technology.
jobs in computer science • system librarian jobs and careers • technology jobs paying $40 • 000 or more • top jobs with employment growth
When people visualize a librarian's job, most visualize a boring existence; actually, jobs in library science are being shaped by exciting new technology.
jobs in computer science • system librarian jobs and careers • technology jobs paying $40 • 000 or more • top jobs with employment growth
Margaret Peterson Haddix
Margaret Peterson Haddix, young adult fiction author of 23 books has made fans all over the country.
margaret peterson haddix • shadow children • running out of time • young adult fiction • science fiction
Margaret Peterson Haddix, young adult fiction author of 23 books has made fans all over the country.
margaret peterson haddix • shadow children • running out of time • young adult fiction • science fiction
Most Challenged LGBT-Themed Books of 2007-08
Three out of the top ten banned books of 2007-08 have LGBT content. The ALA is fighting to keep books with LGBT themes accessible to the public in libraries and schools.
top ten banned books • gay books that have been banned • american library association • books challenged or banned • annual list of banned books
Three out of the top ten banned books of 2007-08 have LGBT content. The ALA is fighting to keep books with LGBT themes accessible to the public in libraries and schools.
top ten banned books • gay books that have been banned • american library association • books challenged or banned • annual list of banned books
October is National Book Club Month
October marks the third annual National Reading Group Month, a program of The Women's National Book Association.
book groups • book clubs • national reading group month • cindy hudson • marsha toy engstrom
October marks the third annual National Reading Group Month, a program of The Women's National Book Association.
book groups • book clubs • national reading group month • cindy hudson • marsha toy engstrom
The Midwife's Apprentice by Karen Cushman
An examination and review of Karen Cushman's award-winning novel "The Midwife's Apprentice" and what it reveals about self-worth and self-discovery.
young adult • award-winners • children's authors • karen cushman • midwife
An examination and review of Karen Cushman's award-winning novel "The Midwife's Apprentice" and what it reveals about self-worth and self-discovery.
young adult • award-winners • children's authors • karen cushman • midwife
1999 Children's Literature Award Winners
Newbery Award winners Caldecott Award Coretta Scott King Award
newbery award winners • caldecott award • coretta scott king award • children's literature • book reviews
Newbery Award winners Caldecott Award Coretta Scott King Award
newbery award winners • caldecott award • coretta scott king award • children's literature • book reviews
Awards for Librarians & Information Professionals
Lists and discusses awards and recognitions for librarians and other information professionals.
awards • recognitions • librarians • information professionals • libraries
Lists and discusses awards and recognitions for librarians and other information professionals.
awards • recognitions • librarians • information professionals • libraries
A Book Review of Catcher In the Rye
Written by J (Jerome) D (David) Salinger, this story is set in the late 40's in New York and it tells of a teenage boy who was recently expelled from school.
the catcher in the rye overview • j.d. salinger • best selling novel • most controversial yet successful novel • an honest story
Written by J (Jerome) D (David) Salinger, this story is set in the late 40's in New York and it tells of a teenage boy who was recently expelled from school.
the catcher in the rye overview • j.d. salinger • best selling novel • most controversial yet successful novel • an honest story
Banned Books Week
Since 1982, Banned Books Week has been celebrated in the United States during the last week in September. It reminds Americans of the freedom of speech and of the press.
american library • american library association • banned book week • banned books • banned books week
Since 1982, Banned Books Week has been celebrated in the United States during the last week in September. It reminds Americans of the freedom of speech and of the press.
american library • american library association • banned book week • banned books • banned books week
Banned Books Week 2008
Have you ever read any books in the Harry Potter or Gossip Girl series? If you have, then you have read one of the top banned or challenged books of the 21st century.
banned books week 2008 • censorship of books • banned books in the united states • challenged books in the united states • first amendment right to banned books
Have you ever read any books in the Harry Potter or Gossip Girl series? If you have, then you have read one of the top banned or challenged books of the 21st century.
banned books week 2008 • censorship of books • banned books in the united states • challenged books in the united states • first amendment right to banned books
Banned Books Week Celebrates the Freedom to Read
Sponsored by the American Library Association, the 2009 Banned Books Week, running from September 26th through October 3rd, is the 28th of its kind.
banned books week celebrates the freedom to read • american library association • ala • first amendment right to free speech • 2009 banned books week september 26 - october 3
Sponsored by the American Library Association, the 2009 Banned Books Week, running from September 26th through October 3rd, is the 28th of its kind.
banned books week celebrates the freedom to read • american library association • ala • first amendment right to free speech • 2009 banned books week september 26 - october 3
How to Become a Librarian
Individuals who enjoy reading books, helping people, and learning new technology, can become librarians. A good education is key.
librarian • combined interest in books technology people • variety of work • mostly desk and computer job • the ideal librarian
Individuals who enjoy reading books, helping people, and learning new technology, can become librarians. A good education is key.
librarian • combined interest in books technology people • variety of work • mostly desk and computer job • the ideal librarian
Maurice Sendak's Other Caldecott Children's Book
Made into a movie in October 2009, "Where the Wild Things Are" is generally beloved. "Night Kitchen" has earned awards, but also challenges for its protrayal of nudity.
where the wild things are • where the wild things are movie • night kitchen • in the night kitchen • maurice sendak
Made into a movie in October 2009, "Where the Wild Things Are" is generally beloved. "Night Kitchen" has earned awards, but also challenges for its protrayal of nudity.
where the wild things are • where the wild things are movie • night kitchen • in the night kitchen • maurice sendak
Newberry Medal Winners: 2005
The votes are in. The American Library Association has announced the Newberry Medal Winners. These books were published in 2004 and there's some great reading here for kids 9 to 12. Even adults will enjoy reading these.
newberry medal winners • newberry medal • newberry awards • american library association • historical kids book reviews
The votes are in. The American Library Association has announced the Newberry Medal Winners. These books were published in 2004 and there's some great reading here for kids 9 to 12. Even adults will enjoy reading these.
newberry medal winners • newberry medal • newberry awards • american library association • historical kids book reviews
The Gifted and Accelerated Reader:
As gifted kids' reading abilities surpass age-appropriate content, there are options for guiding them toward titles that will appeal to both readers and their parents.
gifted • accelerated • gifted and accelerated • gifted and accelerated reader • gifted kids
As gifted kids' reading abilities surpass age-appropriate content, there are options for guiding them toward titles that will appeal to both readers and their parents.
gifted • accelerated • gifted and accelerated • gifted and accelerated reader • gifted kids
Why Books are Banned
With the best of intentions, people frequently challenge and ban books. In 2007, over 420 books were challenged or banned from schools and libraries.
american library • american library association • banned book week • banned books • banned books week
With the best of intentions, people frequently challenge and ban books. In 2007, over 420 books were challenged or banned from schools and libraries.
american library • american library association • banned book week • banned books • banned books week
2002 Children's Literature Book Awards
The 2002 Newbery, Coretta Scott King Awards and Printz Award winners are highlighted along with other notable books receiving awards in children's literature.
2002 newbery • printz • coretta scott king awards • linda sue park • an na
The 2002 Newbery, Coretta Scott King Awards and Printz Award winners are highlighted along with other notable books receiving awards in children's literature.
2002 newbery • printz • coretta scott king awards • linda sue park • an na
Censorship Part 2: Filtering
A discussion of Internet Filtering in public libraries as it relates to the case of Mainstream Loudoun vs. the Loudoun County Library.
A discussion of Internet Filtering in public libraries as it relates to the case of Mainstream Loudoun vs. the Loudoun County Library.
Librarian Careers – General Information
Librarians are information specialists who enjoy diverse employment opportunities, ranging from jobs in public libraries and schools to specialized environments.
become a librarian • librarian jobs • librarian career • masters of library science • library science
Librarians are information specialists who enjoy diverse employment opportunities, ranging from jobs in public libraries and schools to specialized environments.
become a librarian • librarian jobs • librarian career • masters of library science • library science
Librarians – Choosing a Library Science Program
A graduate degree is usually required for professional librarian jobs. Here's how to choose a traditional or online program to earn a master's degree in library science.
become a librarian • librarian career • library science • library and information science • masters of library science
A graduate degree is usually required for professional librarian jobs. Here's how to choose a traditional or online program to earn a master's degree in library science.
become a librarian • librarian career • library science • library and information science • masters of library science
Popular Book Provides Sex Education for Youth
Robie H. Harris and Michael Emberley's It's Perfectly Normal helps facilitate sex education in schools and aids parents in answering their kids' pregnancy questions.
sex education • sex education for youth • robie h. harris • pregnancy questions • pregnancy information
Robie H. Harris and Michael Emberley's It's Perfectly Normal helps facilitate sex education in schools and aids parents in answering their kids' pregnancy questions.
sex education • sex education for youth • robie h. harris • pregnancy questions • pregnancy information
Ten Most Challenged Books 21st Cnt
The ten most challenged books of the 21st century as of 2005, to finalize banned books week.
banned books • banned books censorship. banned books list. bann • banned books why • banned books of mice and men • banned books catcher in the rye
The ten most challenged books of the 21st century as of 2005, to finalize banned books week.
banned books • banned books censorship. banned books list. bann • banned books why • banned books of mice and men • banned books catcher in the rye
First Amendment Book Info
How the first amendment helps fight banned books and ensure our freedom to read freely.
first ammendment • free speech • free press • banned books • challenged books
How the first amendment helps fight banned books and ensure our freedom to read freely.
first ammendment • free speech • free press • banned books • challenged books
Banned Books Week
Every year the American Library Association receives requests for literary works to be banned, since 1982 libraries and groups have protested by celebrating these books.
banned books • banned books week • classic books • classic banned books • reasons books are banned
Every year the American Library Association receives requests for literary works to be banned, since 1982 libraries and groups have protested by celebrating these books.
banned books • banned books week • classic books • classic banned books • reasons books are banned
Catcher In The Rye Keeps Low-Profile On 50th Anniversary
Salinger Saga still raises a fuss 50 years later
books • reading • library • author • catcher in the rye
Salinger Saga still raises a fuss 50 years later
books • reading • library • author • catcher in the rye
Fundraising Online
Before you jump head first into online fundraising for your oranization, here is where to find guidelines from the experts to save you time, money, and frustration.
online fundraising • internet fundraising • world wide web fundraisng
Before you jump head first into online fundraising for your oranization, here is where to find guidelines from the experts to save you time, money, and frustration.
online fundraising • internet fundraising • world wide web fundraisng
Great Summer Research
Summer is a great time to do writing research. Read the current popular books in children's literature. American Library Association List included.
writing for children • kiddie lit • reading list
Summer is a great time to do writing research. Read the current popular books in children's literature. American Library Association List included.
writing for children • kiddie lit • reading list
Interview with Ronald Fair
Ronald Fair has published novels, short stories, plays, and poetry. His novel, Hog Butcher, was adapted as the movie, Cornbread, Earl and Me.
ronald fair • we can't breathe • hog butcher • world of nothing • many thousand gone
Ronald Fair has published novels, short stories, plays, and poetry. His novel, Hog Butcher, was adapted as the movie, Cornbread, Earl and Me.
ronald fair • we can't breathe • hog butcher • world of nothing • many thousand gone
It's NOT the Stork - review
It's NOT the Stork is for preschool, kindergarten and early primary levels - but you'll want parents' consent before you decide to read it to your grandchildren.
sex • children • education • body • reproduction
It's NOT the Stork is for preschool, kindergarten and early primary levels - but you'll want parents' consent before you decide to read it to your grandchildren.
sex • children • education • body • reproduction
National Library Week 2009
The week of April 12, 2009 is the annual National Library Week, sponsored by The American Library Association. Here's a look at some of the events taking place.
national library week • national library week 2009 • events at this year's national library week • what is national library week • history of national library week
The week of April 12, 2009 is the annual National Library Week, sponsored by The American Library Association. Here's a look at some of the events taking place.
national library week • national library week 2009 • events at this year's national library week • what is national library week • history of national library week
Oprah's Reading List for Kids
Oprah WInfrey introduces a children's reading section to her website to encourage and promote reading among kids of all ages.
oprah's reading list for kids • alsc and ala book list for children • oprah's book club selections for kids by age group • oprah's reading list of classics for children • oprah's reading tips and resources for parents
Oprah WInfrey introduces a children's reading section to her website to encourage and promote reading among kids of all ages.
oprah's reading list for kids • alsc and ala book list for children • oprah's book club selections for kids by age group • oprah's reading list of classics for children • oprah's reading tips and resources for parents
Review of The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier
This article will review the classic work of young adult fiction, The Chocolate War, with an analysis of its intriguing characters and significant themes.
book review of the chocolate war • analysis of the chocolate war themes • the chocolate war by robert cormier • classic young adult fiction • young adult fiction about questioning authority an
This article will review the classic work of young adult fiction, The Chocolate War, with an analysis of its intriguing characters and significant themes.
book review of the chocolate war • analysis of the chocolate war themes • the chocolate war by robert cormier • classic young adult fiction • young adult fiction about questioning authority an
Summer Kid 'Zines
Summertime... and the reading is easy in these great 'Zines for kids!
zines • reading • summer • stories • creative writing
Summertime... and the reading is easy in these great 'Zines for kids!
zines • reading • summer • stories • creative writing
The Earth, My Butt & Other Big Round Things
Carolyn Mackler knows how to write teen angst. In this tightly packed novel she introduces us to Virginia Shreves whose big butt becomes a big issue in her life.
the earth • my butt and other big round things • teen • must-read • carolyn mackler
Carolyn Mackler knows how to write teen angst. In this tightly packed novel she introduces us to Virginia Shreves whose big butt becomes a big issue in her life.
the earth • my butt and other big round things • teen • must-read • carolyn mackler
2002 Children's Literature Award Winners Part II
2002 children's literature award winners including Sibert Award and Bel Pura Belpre Award for Latino writers. Ideas on how to use these books as examples to learn from for writing for children.
robert sibert award • pura belpre award • latino authors • nonfiction awards • sue reichard
2002 children's literature award winners including Sibert Award and Bel Pura Belpre Award for Latino writers. Ideas on how to use these books as examples to learn from for writing for children.
robert sibert award • pura belpre award • latino authors • nonfiction awards • sue reichard
ALA's Annual Banned Books Week
Libraries, schools and bookstores celebrate this annual attempt to emphasize the importance of literary freedom and the opposition of all forms of literary censorship.
ala's annual banned books week • fighting literary censorship • intellectual freedom • how books get banned • why books are challenged
Libraries, schools and bookstores celebrate this annual attempt to emphasize the importance of literary freedom and the opposition of all forms of literary censorship.
ala's annual banned books week • fighting literary censorship • intellectual freedom • how books get banned • why books are challenged
And Tango Makes Three
This delightful story, based on a real-life male penguin couple at the New York City zoo who raise a baby together, teaches kids that there are all kinds of families.
and tango makes three • children's books for gay parents • peter parnell • justin richardson • ala notable children's books
This delightful story, based on a real-life male penguin couple at the New York City zoo who raise a baby together, teaches kids that there are all kinds of families.
and tango makes three • children's books for gay parents • peter parnell • justin richardson • ala notable children's books
Author Interview – Luke Wallin
Luke Wallin has published award-winning fiction, non-fiction, and music. He locates his work at the intersection of nature and culture.
author interview • interviews with writers • luke wallin • mfa programs • the writing market
Luke Wallin has published award-winning fiction, non-fiction, and music. He locates his work at the intersection of nature and culture.
author interview • interviews with writers • luke wallin • mfa programs • the writing market
Avi Gives Advice on Writing
Newbery Award winning author Avi gives how-to-write advice in "A Beginning, A Muddle, and an End: The Right Way to Write Writing."
avi • writing fiction • novel writing • book review • how to write
Newbery Award winning author Avi gives how-to-write advice in "A Beginning, A Muddle, and an End: The Right Way to Write Writing."
avi • writing fiction • novel writing • book review • how to write
Book Review—Gingerbread by Rachel Cohn
Gingerbread is a funny, poignant and irreverent story about a savvy and strangely likeable sixteen year old punk-Goth misfit girl with a dead-on and amusing take on life.
gingerbread by rachel cohn • gingerbread book review • review of gingerbread • summary of gingerbread • critical view of gingerbread
Gingerbread is a funny, poignant and irreverent story about a savvy and strangely likeable sixteen year old punk-Goth misfit girl with a dead-on and amusing take on life.
gingerbread by rachel cohn • gingerbread book review • review of gingerbread • summary of gingerbread • critical view of gingerbread
Censorship Part 1: Overview
Since libraries serve as information resource centers for large groups of people, library censorship is a critical issue.
censorship • filtering • internet • intellectual freedom
Since libraries serve as information resource centers for large groups of people, library censorship is a critical issue.
censorship • filtering • internet • intellectual freedom
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
The first book in the Mortal Instrument series by Cassandra Clare, City of Bones introduces Downworld, a place filled with angels, demons, and everything in between.
cassandra clare • city of bones • mortal instruments • urban fantasy • fantasy fiction
The first book in the Mortal Instrument series by Cassandra Clare, City of Bones introduces Downworld, a place filled with angels, demons, and everything in between.
cassandra clare • city of bones • mortal instruments • urban fantasy • fantasy fiction
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