Several years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting the recording artist Jennifer Armstrong. To this day, her "I Can Be Me" cd is the cd I have used most often in story time, and it's the one about which I have received the most inquiries. I have used her "Hello" song so many times that I can now say hello in many different languages (although, admittedly, I may have to sing … [Read more...] about Music CD I Use Most Often
The Family that Reads Together
I have read to my children since they were born, and I've done so as much for my own joy as for theirs. As they've grown, I have less opportunities to do so, although I'm quick to take advantage when given the chance (i.e. scary stories on camping trips). Currently, a trend has developed … [Read more...] about The Family that Reads Together
Everyone Craves an Audience
Happily residing in the children's department of my library are several familiar characters and animals that welcome children each day. Barney is still a particular favorite as is evident in the number of times he is removed from his place on the shelf to keep a child company during his/her visit. One young lady asked if she could read a book to Barney. When I gave … [Read more...] about Everyone Craves an Audience
Delusions of Grandeur
Whether or not we are willing to admit it, most of us have Googled our names to see what hits we would get. The results can range from comical to downright humbling. Few of us, however, have been so bold as the young boy who recently stopped by the library. His mother found him on the computer catalog diligently reviewing his results. When she asked him what subject he was … [Read more...] about Delusions of Grandeur
The Ultimate Compliment
During storytime one morning, I overheard two parents discussing various ideas on how to deal with uncooperative or disobedient children. One parent said, "When my son is uncooperative, I just tell him we won't go to … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Compliment