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How Libraries Connect Kids with Books During the Pandemic
By Amadee Ricketts, author of Gentle Hands and Other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning When public library buildings across the country shut down in March 2020 under the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, youth services librarians and other library staff … Continue reading
Posted in Parenting
Tagged books, children’s books, coronavirus, COVID-19, Free Spirit author, libraries, library, reading
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Building Inclusive Libraries That Reach Underserved Populations
By Amadee Ricketts, author of Gentle Hands and Other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning The whole building at all times should be managed with the broadest spirit of hospitality. . . . Then do away with all unnecessary restrictions, take … Continue reading
Posted in Early Childhood
Tagged books, community, Free Spirit author, inclusiveness, libraries, library, poverty, restorative justice
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Building a Vibrant Classroom Library
By Amadee Ricketts, author of Gentle Hands and Other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning The start of a new school year is a great time to think about building or enhancing your classroom library. Even in schools with well-staffed, well-stocked … Continue reading
Posted in Teaching
Tagged books, children’s books, Free Spirit author, graphic novels, libraries, library
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Creative Summer Storytime Ideas
By Amadee Ricketts, author of Gentle Hands and Other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning While every season has its charms, summer brings a sense of freedom that can make it the perfect time to add creative elements to your storytime … Continue reading
National Library Week Book Recommendations
To celebrate National Library Week, we talked books with our Advisory Board and Teen Advisory Council. Advisory Board members shared books that every educator needs, and our Teen Council members shared the best lesson they learned from a book. The … Continue reading
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Tagged books, Free Spirit Advisory Board, libraries, library
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