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Whelan, Debra Lau – School Library Journal, 2009
The medical community understands surprisingly little about autism, referred to as autism spectrum disorders (ASD), because its symptoms can range from severe to a high-functioning autism, known as Asperger's syndrome. There's general agreement that a genetic predisposition coupled with unknown environmental triggers may explain what's behind it,…
Descriptors: Autism, Asperger Syndrome, Public Libraries, Special Needs Students
Zamora, Ramon – School Library Journal, 1981
Describes the development of a project to disseminate information about and provide hands-on experience with personal computers through classes and workshops for both adults and children at the Menlo Park Public Library. Funding and implementation are discussed, as well as how such projects can be started by other libraries. (BK)
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Information Dissemination, Library Role, Microcomputers
Field, Carolyn – School Library Journal, 1971
Greater use can be made of fewer materials if there is public library and school library involvement in satisfying the library needs of all children. (Author)
Descriptors: Children, Information Needs, Library Role, Library Services
Kimmel, Margaret Mary – School Library Journal, 1979
The direction and development of public library services to children are of vital concern; but socioeconomic "status insecurity" on the part of chilren's librarians may confound their ability and willingness to fulfill both personal and professional commitments to librarianship and to children. (Author/CMV)
Descriptors: Children, Librarians, Library Research, Library Role
Sive, Mary Robinson – School Library Journal, 1971
The recommendation of the Report of the New York State Commissioner of Education's Committee on Library Development that the elementary school media center should have the responsibility...to meet all the library needs of all children..." is reviewed. (Author)
Descriptors: Children, Elementary Schools, Information Needs, Learning Resources Centers
Dowd, Frances Smardo – School Library Journal, 1989
Describes a survey of public libraries that examined the phenomenon of latchkey children. Findings discussed include the estimated number of latchkey children in public libraries, effects on the library, library policies, and services provided and recommended for latchkey children. Specific recommendations to help public libraries clarify their…
Descriptors: Latchkey Children, Library Policy, Library Role, Library Surveys
Jones, Patrick – School Library Journal, 2001
Discussion of how school and public librarians can make children's lives better focuses on a list of 40 developmental assets that children need to become responsible, successful, caring adults. Considers both internal and external assets, the importance of relationships with patrons, and the importance of involving youth. (LRW)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Child Development, Interpersonal Relationship, Librarians
Chatterjee, Jayashree – School Library Journal, 2006
Having sleepovers at the public library can be fun and exciting. This article describes the Brownie Sleepover program, a library sleepover program, which started 10 years ago when two local Brownie leaders approached the former head of children's services to ask if she could help second graders earn their "Be a Reader" patch. After…
Descriptors: Grade 2, Public Libraries, Youth Clubs, Females
Minkel, Walter – School Library Journal, 2002
Describes a statewide language-development program developed among Maryland's city, county, and regional library systems to help parents prepare their preschoolers for success in school. Discusses child development, the role of libraries, storytelling training, and preschool literacy efforts by the Public Library Association; and lists Web…
Descriptors: Child Development, Language Acquisition, Library Role, Library Services
Wilson, Pauline – School Library Journal, 1979
Identifies six areas of children's librarianship that need attention: definition of the role of children's librarians; clarification of the goals and worth of children's services; an improved professional image; determination of the appropriate education to enable librarians to meet changed circumstances; and a better understanding of what…
Descriptors: Children, Educational Problems, Librarians, Library Associations
Avner, Jane A. – School Library Journal, 1989
Discusses various aspects of home schooling, including reasons that parents choose home schooling, two major schools of thought on home education, historical perspectives, and legal issues. The role of the public library is examined and some services offered to home schoolers are described. A bibliography of books for parents is provided. (10…
Descriptors: Educational Legislation, Elementary Secondary Education, Home Schooling, Library Role
Gorman, Audrey J. – School Library Journal, 1999
Defines dyslexia, the most common reading disability. Discusses the multisensory approach to working with learning-disabled children. Discusses how public libraries can develop services and collections to address the needs of learning-disabled populations. Includes a list of learning-disability information sources, organizations, and books on…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Dyslexia, Information Sources, Learning Disabilities
Russell, Carrie – School Library Journal, 2001
Discusses the librarian's role as copyright adviser and offers five guidelines that are applicable to school or public librarians, including ensuring access to information; digital technology, the need for copyright exceptions, and the importance of staying informed; user rights; promoting fair use; and considering the source of copyright…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Copyrights, Elementary Secondary Education, Fair Use (Copyrights)
Madden, Susan B. – School Library Journal, 1991
Offers definitions, statistics, and suggestions for public librarians working with homeschoolers. Library concerns are addressed, including censorship, negative staff attitudes, technology demands, and administrative limits; and ways to make homeschoolers more welcome are suggested, including compiling homeschooling resource materials, library…
Descriptors: Censorship, Elementary Education, Home Schooling, Library Administration
Daniels, Bruce E. – School Library Journal, 1990
Describes the first White House Conference on Library and Information Services and assesses its impact on youth services in school and public libraries. It is concluded that the conference had little influence on youth services and ways in which youth librarians can take a more active role in the upcoming second conference are discussed. (two…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Childrens Libraries, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Legislation
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