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Start the conversation in your choice of over 70 world languages and dialects through courses crafted using conversational methodology. Every self-paced language course introduces the learner to cultural insights and grammatical nuances specific to their language of choice, delivered through native speaker dialogue, and created with each individual learner in mind.
Author
Publisher
American Library Association
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Diamant-Cohen provides examples and tips for adapting MGOL (Mother Goose on the loose) for programs in and outside of the library. Facilitators are encouraged to adapt MGOL to fit their personalties, their communities, and their audiences. By tailoring sessions to match the skills and interests of both the presenters and the audience, they can establish a positive, nonjudgmental atmosphere that encourages person-to-person connections. -- adapted from...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"1918: As the Great War rages, Jessie Carson takes a leave of absence from the New York Public Library to work for the American Committee for Devastated France. Founded by millionaire Anne Morgan, this group of international women help rebuild devastated French communities just miles from the front. Upon arrival, Jessie strives to establish something that the French have never seen-children's libraries. She turns ambulances into bookmobiles and trains...
5) Banned books for kids: reading lists and activities for teaching kids to read censored literature
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"In our polarized environment, the censorship and outright banning of children's books that some people deem to be controversial or objectionable remains a major concern for schools, libraries, and communities across the United States. Intellectual freedom champion, the American Library Association, created Teaching Banned Books to Kids, a guide that includes both contemporary books that have been banned and classic literature that continues to be...
Author
Publisher
Libraries Unlimited, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Public libraries need to offer relevant, exciting, and stimulating learning centers that appeal to kids. This book is a step-by-step guide for creating affordable and effective educational programs for children and youth by focusing on one simple concept: play. Brittany Jacobs explains how to write programming, from daily lesson plans to an overarching storyline; teaches how to uncover the educational content in everyday activities, seamlessly join...
Author
Publisher
ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Public libraries across the nation continue to transform themselves into learning centers for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. There are many resources available to help librarians create baby-friendly play spaces and enhanced storytimes, but until now there has been gap in the literature addressing the developmental needs and changing behaviors of babies and toddlers. Parents and caregivers can also present unique service challenges. Focusing...
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