5 Reasons Everyone Should Have a Library Card
By Lindsey Simon |
September is Library Card Sign-up Month-do you have a library card yet? If not, it’s never too late to sign up: people of all ages can benefit from the free resources, media, and programs available at their library. While many libraries are still closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you may still be …
“Moana” Star Auli’i Cravalho Encourages Everyone to Get Counted in the 2020 Census
By Lindsey Simon |
In a new read-along video from the American Library Association, Moana star Auli’i Cravalho shares why it’s so important for all of us to get counted in the 2020 United States Census. In the video, she reads from WE COUNT! A Census Counting Book for Kids, (and the Grownups That Love Them), an interactive counting book with illustrations …
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Librarians Share Their Top Ten Feminist Books for Youth
By I Love Lib Admin |
Looking for great kids’ and YA reads about gender equality and justice? Librarians from the Feminist Task Force of the American Library Association’s Social Responsibilities Round Table have compiled a powerful list entitled “Rise: A Feminist Book Project for ages 0-18.” Selections include fiction, non-fiction, and graphic novels and highlight the work of diverse authors and illustrators. Here …
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Calling All Teens: Vote for Your Top YA Reads
By Lindsey Simon |
Love young adult literature? Now’s your chance to vote for your favorite YA books as part of the Young Adult Library Services Association’s annual Teens’ Top Ten. Each year, votes from readers aged 12 through 18 determine which books make the cut. Voting for your favorite titles can help teens across the country discover and enjoy …
What It’s Like to Be a Library Cat During the Pandemic
By Lindsey Simon |
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, libraries across the country have closed their doors to the public-but what has that meant for the cats who call America’s libraries home? Libraries have long been home to feline residents who keep patrons company, promote activities and programs, and assist with pest control. We checked in on four library cats …
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Librarians’ Favorite Sci-Fi Books for Kids and Teens
By Lindsey Simon |
Members of the Library and Information Technology Association (a division of the American Library Association) have put together an out-of-this-world list of recent science fiction books for young readers. Their picks include options for kids of all ages, with titles aimed at readers from pre-school through 12th grade. Here are there 30+ picks: Books for …
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5 Reasons for Artists to Love Libraries
By Lindsey Simon |
Whether you’re dabbling in crafts or a professional artist, libraries offer extensive free resources to support your creative pursuits. Painters, musicians, writers, designers, and more rely on their libraries for access to information, inspiration, and a whole community of creators to collaborate with. Here are a few of the most ways that artists and creatives …
These Animated Shows Defy Library Stereotypes
By Burkely Hermann |
When people think about librarians and libraries, they may point to films, live-action TV shows, or even novels. However, one area is often missed: animation. In Hollywood, stereotypes are plentiful, as librarians are used as “shortcuts to propel the plot forward,” in the words of Jennifer Snoek-Brown, author of the Reel Librarians blog. While this generally applies to animation as …