http://blogs.nsls.info/schools Updates on topics relevant to the School Library Media Specialist and staff posted by NSLS Consultant Sharon Ball. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:38:44 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Part of my job here at NSLS involves overseeing our grant projects, from beginning until that final report is submitted. On a regular basis, I reveiw different sources, both online and paper, looking for funding opportunities for NSLS and our members. One of my favorites is the "Library Grants" blog with postings ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2008/07/wheres-the-money-keeping-up-with-grant-offerings/ I just finished reading an article from The Union Daily Times about two sisters who love reading and their local public library so much, they stood outside the building holding signs encouraging passing motorists to "Beep" if they liked to read. When asked why they decided to make the signs, sisters Talia ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2008/06/its-all-worth-it/ In April 2008, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) published a guide on youth programming for museums and libraries.  This document, entitled "nine to nineteen-Youth in Museums and Libraries: A Practitioner's Guide," brings together research and knowledge from the fields of youth development and informal learning with "best practices" developed by experienced museum ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2008/06/imls-publishes-youth-programming-guide/ In the June 2008 edition of School Library Journal, one of the top stories gives a brief summary of a new study on gender equity in education released by the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Based on data gathered and analyzed from all 50 states, the "boys crisis" in education ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2008/06/new-study-by-aauw-on-gender-equity-in-education/ I don't know if you've seen the April 2008 issue of Teacher Librarian or not but it's true! Ann M. Martin and Raina Telgemeier are adapting the Baby-Sitters Club stories into graphic novels. Three titles have been released so far, including: Kristy's Great Idea (978-0-439-73933-7) The Truth about Stacey (978-0-439-73936-8) Mary Anne Saves ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2008/06/baby-sitters-club-goes-graphic/ Just saw in PW an article about a new series by Simon & Schuster. Here's the scoop: Simon & Schuster is introducing a new line of eco-friendly children's books called Little Green Books. Titles in this series are aimed at parents and children who want to learn more about ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2008/03/simon-schuster-going-green/ In the most recent issue of Publishers Weekly online, there was a short article on the signing of Lego (yes, Lego as in the toymaker) artist Sean Kenney with Henry Holt publishers. Plans are in the works to produce three 32-page picture books, one per season starting in spring ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2007/10/lego-artist-signs-with-henry-holt/ Yesterday, NSLS hosted a wonderful program on digital storytimes presented by Lauren Collen, former staff member of the Niles Public Library. What a great program! During the presentation, Lauren demonstrated the International Children's Digital Library website where she selects her titles for her storytimes. An interface created by the University of ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2007/08/digital-storytimes-wish-i-had-thought-of-that/ My colleague Kay (a lover of Manga) sent over an article, authored by Patricia Alex of The Record, discussing the lastest tool available for students preparing for the vocabulary portion of the SAT and ACT. Publisher Kaplan has just released a new series of titles using a Manga format that will ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2007/08/manga-the-latest-test-prep-tool/ As I was scanning my online American Libraries Direct, there was a short article on filmaker Nick Baker. He is the creator of the short YouTube video entitled "March of the Librarians," --a glimpse into the world of Conference going. I have to admit, I laughed out loud! Enjoy this peek at ... http://blogs.nsls.info/schools/2007/08/what-really-happens-at-an-ala-conference/