Monthly Archives: October 2007

Happy Halloween!

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Abby

My good friend Judy sent me this link to a site where you can carve your own virtual pumpkin – try it, it’s fun!! http://www.cubpack81.com/images/carve_pumpkin.swf And be sure to enjoy my favorite holiday!!!

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Storytime changes

Posted on October 30, 2007 by Abby

After two rather difficult Toddler Storytimes (difficult for me, that is), I’ve made the decision to do what I knew all along was the best thing: switch to using pre-registration for this age group. Though I fully understood that pre-registration … Continue reading →

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Crispin: Cross of Lead

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Abby

The 5th grade book group met last Tuesday afternoon to discuss Crispin: Cross of Lead by Avi, and the result was an example of how a great book can generate a great discussion. Crispin has inspired an incredible fan base … Continue reading →

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Book lists

Posted on October 28, 2007 by Abby

After talking with my brother, the blogging genius, I have added a new page to this blog.  Titled “Book Lists,” this page is a compilation of the books that I have been using with my book groups over the past … Continue reading →

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Sick, and lagging behind

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Abby

As you may have noticed, there have been few posts in the last week.  I’m fighting a tenacious cold, and I just don’t have the energy to write a coherent post while getting better and working more than full time.  … Continue reading →

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Library, continued

Posted on October 13, 2007 by Abby

Thanks to all who gave their input on the definition of the word library.  As you may have guessed, I did have an ulterior motive when I posted my request.  The world is changing, and the role of libraries in … Continue reading →

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Library, defined

Posted on October 9, 2007 by Abby

What is your definition of the word “library”? I’m not looking for a verbatim dictionary entry; I’m hoping to discover what it is that library means in our society. Please add your definition of library to the comments!

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The State of Reading Today

Posted on October 7, 2007 by Abby

In my tenure at the library, I’ve facilitated quite a few book discussions for children and teens, and there has been one universal ingredient in all of those discussions.  It doesn’t matter the age of the book group members, or the book … Continue reading →

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Friday wrap-up

Posted on October 5, 2007 by Abby

It’s been a busy week, as usual… Monday was my second toddler storytime, and it was SO much fun!  I’m still using Judy Nichol’s book as a guide (the newest edition arrived at the library for the children’s office professional … Continue reading →

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The White Darkness ~ Geraldine McCaughrean

Posted on October 2, 2007 by Abby

The teen book group discussed The White Darkness by Geraldine McCaughrean today, and are sitting in as guest bloggers to give you their opinions on the book: Attendee #1:  I thiught that The White Darkness  had a good plot and … Continue reading →

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