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One of the great things about a library is that fascinating stories abound everywhere.
It's just a matter of plucking one from the stream, so to speak.
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The Dodo Bird may be extinct but manual handwriting may not be. I've noticed many tech savvy 'non-Boomer' library staff keep journals. Handwritten journals.
Many schools have opted out when it comes to teaching cursive writing. Last month, Illinois lawmakers passed a bill requiring elementary schools to teach cursive writing starting in the 2018-2019 school year.
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In an adult-dominated society, teens are often excluded from participation in politics. To add insult to injury, they are regularly stereotyped as being self-absorbed and apolitical. However, young people are also concerned citizens who can advocate for significant social change within their communities.
Continue Reading "Fight the Power: Books to Inspire and Instruct Youth Activists" →
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On this episode, Dave, Tony and Joel discuss two superhero films in theaters now: Justice League, directed by Zack Snyder, and Thor: Ragnarok, directed by Taika Waititi. Take a listen below:
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It saw the release of the Nintendo Switch, along with an upgraded version of the Xbox One. Link and Mario had new games for the new Switch.
Call of Duty returned to its World War II setting. Madden’s new single-player campaign broke new ground for the series.
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