Legos at the library?
Do you have Legos at your library? We know that they're lots of fun, but we also have them because they're learning tools; effective literacy includes activities that reinforce each…
An e-Resource For 2018?
As I left this morning's ReferenceUSA database demonstration, I wondered, "Could libraries use this resource to reach out to newcomers, offer programs that match residents' interests, or make community connections?…
Count down to eclipse!
The NASA count down says the eclipse is 2 days and 18 hours from first contact in Oregon. Here at WLS we'll be ready at 1:23 PM when the eclipse…
ICYMI
Who wants to up her game and add media literacy to her patrons' information literacy skill set? Are you ready to learn and share content evaluation strategies that go beyond…
Who are you?
My friend Mary has great taste in books. How do I know? She always includes her latest book read in her email signature, and I take them as recommendations. While…
Stop that tracker
I recently signed up for DuckDuckGo's email newsletter. The last couple of letters have been about protecting yourself from online trackers - no shock given DuckDuckGo's emphasis on search privacy.…
Wikipedia – Use It? Edit It?
How often do your patrons use Wikipedia to answer their questions? How often do search engine results - from Google to DuckDuckGo and Bing - return Wikipedia entries at or…
Tumblebooks is mobile!
Keep the kids engaged. Minimize the summer slide. Read, listen, and play. Tumblebooks has just launched a mobile app! Available for Apple iOS and Android devices, the new Tumblebooks app…
Summer Listening For Teens
Are you looking for ways to engage teens and promote eResources? Audiobook SYNC is a free summer audiobook program for teens 13+ that gives away two complete audiobook downloads a…
So Many Resources, So Little Time
"I need new kitting patterns! Can you help me find some?" We have lots of resources - print, video, audio, digital - to choose from, and we want to find…