Classified, Annotated Bibliography Highlighting Resources for Librarians Stacey Pepper Schwartz

This classified annotated bibliography was compiled to be used by librarians to further their study and understanding in both the world of technology, teaching and programming. The Blog Resources section provides information on sites that will lead a librarian to a plethora of blogs and information on the world of blogging. The Cultural Diversity section provides resources to have a dialogue on how to create more diversity regarding book selections, the lense in which we view diversity and how to change the lack of diverse literature for young children. General Resources for Librarians focuses on the discussion of Dewey in the library as well as career choices and skills needed to be a successful librarian. The Special Needs section is packed with information that will enable librarians to be able to assist, teach and implement programs for children with a variety of needs. It is meant to be a springboard for further study. The Storytime/Bookclub category is full of information to create a dynamic and successful story hour. There are ready made lesson plans, songs, ideas and activities that will keep you busy for months. The book club resource is for older children. The last section focuses on Technology and the impact it has in creating a new look and feel of the library. It also is creating change, with new rules and procedures that have to be adopted. The section raises as many questions as it supplies answers.

Blog Resources Lists Eberhart, G.M. (2010). Top 10 Library Blogs. The Librarian's Book of Lists. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This has great information for budding librarians to seasoned professionals. This chapter is exactly what the title infers. The author creates a list that is easy for the reader to use with simple descriptions of the various blogs. The list covers a wide range of issues facing librarianship today. Lists Eberhart, G.M. (2010). Top 16 Book Blogs. The Librarian's Book of Lists. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This chapter provides a list of the best blogs with information on new books and literature. The focus of the books reviewed range from children's to young adult literature. Some blogs review all types of books so there are resources for all types of librarians, not specific for children's librarians. Some blogs are farcical and others informative. It has great descriptions and details. Cultural Diversity Characters Blair, E. (2013, June 25). As Demographics Shift, Kids' Books Stay Stubbornly White. [Code Switch]. Retrieved from http://www.npr.org/blogs/codeswitch/2013/06/25/193174358/ as-demographics-shift-kids-books-stay-stubbornly-white An informative post about the reality of non-white books missing from children's collections. Discussed in this article are the importance for children to see

themselves in the characters of the books, how money plays a role in getting these books on the shelves and what steps are needed to change this reality. Inclusion Kaavonia, H. & Dickinson, G. K. (2007). Using Multicultural Literature. Integrating Multicultural Literature in Libraries and Classrooms in Secondary Schools. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This chapter tackles the debate about the definition and use of multicultural young literature. The discussion begins as a brief overview of traditional young adult literature and then the authors add the multicultural lense to the conversation. The authors uncover different approaches and theories behind incorporating these works into areas where young adult literature is already being used. The main argument is to bring race, gender and class to the forefront. Buying Kasbarian, L. (2013, March 4). NYPL Panel Discusses Diversity and the State of the Children's Book. [We Love Children's Books]. Retrieved from http://welovechildrensbooks.com/nypl-panel-discusses-diversity-and-the-state-of-thechildrens-book/ This is an enlightening article about the "diversity and the state of the children's book" Literary Salon at the New York Public Library. Many issues of diversity were raised including the absence of any nominees for the Newbery and Caldecott Awards about or by non-whites. There was also a discussion about the meaning of diversity and equity was also discussed. Anyone who is a book buyer should read this blog post.

. General Resources for Librarians Dewey Dolloff, A.K., Giffard, S, Kaplan, T. & Still-Schiff, J. (2013). One Size Does Not Fit All. Knowledge Quest, 42(2) 30-37. This article shares the experience of four women working in the field of library science and their road to leave the Dewey Decimal System behind. Their journey led to develop the Metis system which categorizes books by by genres and themes. They discuss the research that was involved in creating the Metis system and the positive results they see in their libraries. This is an informative read for any librarian thinking about departing from Dewey Decimal System. Employment Karp, B. (2007). Private School Librarian. A Day in the Life: Career Options in Library and Information Science. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org A summary of the role of a private school librarian. The information includes necessary skills a person must have, the type of personality a person needs, the amount of responsibilities a person must juggle and the professionalism that is required to be successful in a private school environment. Librarianship Sullivan, M. (2013.) Children's Services (2nd ed.) Chicago, Illinois: American Library Association.

Sullivan takes the reader through all the valuable steps in not only becoming a competent librarian but an extraordinary one. His work is detailed, thorough and thought provoking. The author guides the reader through the "how's" of librarianship and the "why's" as well. He encourages the reader to be imaginative and inventive in solving problems and developing programs. An invaluable tool for any librarian. Special Needs Characters Grassi, R. (2012, November 20). Disability in Children's Books Blog Series Part 2 [ALSC Blog]. Retrieved from http://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2012/11/disability-in-childrensbooks-blog-series-part-2-2/ The author compiles a list of new books that have characters with special needs. She gives a short description, no more than a few sentences, and supplies the reader with a picture of the book cover. She lists the grade level. The list includes fiction and non-fiction and an appropriate age range as well. A must have resource. Siblings Grassi, R. (2011, December 27 ). Disability in Children's Books Blog Series Part 1. [ALSC blog]. Retrieved from http://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2011/12/how-disability-isrepresented-in-children%E2%80%99s-books-part-1/ Lafferty provides a list of books that focus specifically on having a sibling with special needs. Some are non- fiction and others fictional stories. Short descriptions with comments from blog readers that are profound, funny and

informative. The author makes a strong point for the need to have more books with the main character as a sibling of a special needs child. Sometimes these children's needs are not met. Literacy Moore, J. (2008). Introducing Books and Reading. Playing, Laughing and Learning with

Children on the Autism Spectrum: A Practical Resource of Play Ideas for Parents and Carers (pp. 237-266). Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This chapter shares detailed strategies to assist children on the autistic spectrum become comfortable with various book activities including: listening to a story, looking at a book and its pictures and identifying meaning from the words. This chapter gives a list of books that would be appropriate for trying the various strategies outlined in the book. A very useful resource for understanding the specific needs and obstacles that an autistic child faces with a reading activity. Accessibility Walker, E. (Ed.). (1994). Programming for Servicing Children with Special Needs. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org A description of various special needs and ways a children's library program can assist, accommodate and structure their programming to make the library and all it has to offer available to all children. The information is broken down into sections including personnel, facilities, cost, and programming. Then specific needs are address with appropriate ways to structure programming to fit the need. Various resources and aids are suggested at the end. Story time/Book Club

Activities MacMillan, K & Kirker, C. (2009). Storytime Magic: 400Fingerplays, Flannelboards, and other Activities. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This book is a must-have for any librarian leading story time. The book is filled with a variety of fingerplays, songs, American Sign Language rhymes, flannel boards with accompanying patterns, craft patterns and other activities. There is a discussion on the benefits of story time and tools to make it entertaining, effective and fun. Discussions Munson-Benson, C. (2005). Playful Reading: Positive , Fun Ways to Build the Bond Between Preschoolers, Books, and You. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This resource is packed with information about building relationships between reader and child as well as the child's own relationship with books. The author discusses "developmental assets" that she likes to highlight in her book selections. The categories of the "development assets" are: support, empowerment, boundaries and expectations, constructive use of time, commitment to learning, positive values, social competences and positive identification. She shares discussion points for before and after a book reading as well as follow up activities to reiterate a book's themes. This book is an informative tool for librarians to share with parents. Music Reid, Rob. (2007). Something Musical Happened at the Library: Adding Song and Dance to Children's Story Programs. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org

This is a must have for librarians and teachers creating, and teaching story time. The book contains "musical story program lesson plans" focusing on specific themes with accompanying songs and movement. There are also resource lists featuring picture books and relatable songs, musical ideas with matching activities and movement and picture books inspired by songs. This book is a must have for any librarian who is not well versed in music and dance. It is accessible and easy to follow and do. Books Soltan, R. (2006.) Book Discussion Basics. Reading Raps: A Book Club Guide for Librarians, Kids, and Families. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org A chapter about how to create a book club from choosing the book, developing and leading discussions to managing challenges. Various book club scenarios are discussed. The roles and responsibilities of the librarian forming and leading the group are looked at as well. This is a comprehensive chapter with practical ideas that any first time book group leader can follow. Sign Language Taylor-Dileva, K. (2011). Once Upon a Sign: Using American Sign Langue to Engage, Entertain, and Teach All Children. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org Educators and librarians are incorporating American Sign Language into their story times and reading activities. This book shares themes, stories, songs and read-alouds that incorporate both spoken language and sign language. The book has pictures that illustrate how to perform the signs. This is an informative book with new ways to enhance to language and reading skills.

Technology Information Berson, I. R. & Berson M, J. (2010). High Tech Tots: Childhood in a Digital World. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This book is a compilation of many different essays on educating today's children in the world of technology and the ethical issues that come with this new territory. It asks questions about the benefits and pitfalls of children having access to a global network. The essays share various perspectives on the topic of children and the information and communication technology (ICT). Three main aspects that are explored in this book are Internet Computer Technology as a tool for cultural connectivity, the education of young children on the safety of the internet as well as how to be good cybercitizens and lastly how to navigate social networks. Cyberbullying Greller. J. (2011, September 18). 32 Resource Links on Cyberbullying. [A Media Specialist's Guide to the Internet.] Retrieved from http://mediaspecialistsguide.blogspot.com/2011/09/32-resource-links-on cyberbullying.html This blog post is a must for any school librarian. A tremendous amount of web based resources are available for information on keeping children safe including what to do if you are bullied, tips for parents and teachers, rules for using the internet and safety tips. Media specialist are not only responsible for

teaching children how to use the web for research but how to use this technology safely with a sense of responsibility and maturity.

Implementation Levinson, M. (2010). From Fear to Facebook: One School's Journey. Retrieved from http://www.consuls.org This is a story about one educator's journey to implement a laptop program (1-to-1 program) in a school in Nueva, California. What he shares in his book are the stumbling blocks that he encounters along the way including security, and communication between teachers, parents and students. He shares with the reader what he learned as he successfully integrated the 1-to-1 program into his school (the most important steps being teamwork and bringing in outside help from other schools and communities.) This is an important resources for any librarian or teacher who will be implementing any new computer programs or technology in his or her school. Focus Ray, M. (2013). None of the Above. Knowledge Quest, 42(2) 60-61. This article is a passionate piece on the librarian's need to focus less on the Dewey vs. the Genre debate and instead on technology. The author discusses the need to focus on digital resources to support learning and to update systems to support ebooks, and training students and staff on using the latest technology. For any librarian wanting to make a case to an administrator, this is an article that will reinforce any argument for the focus to shift from books to digital resources and technology.