This piece was originally published on the ALSC Blog on August 1, 2024. Story time can be hectic, chaotic, and go off the rails at times. But the best times are when everything goes right, and a wizened grandmother comes up to you with a smile on her face and says something like, “you’re my grandson’s favorite” or... Continue Reading →
If you're reading this and are a children's librarian, then you're a celebrity. Really. Unless you live in a big city, you are the most recognizable person to kids in your area. I mean, who else is there? You might be thinking, "what about teachers?" Nope, teachers are definitely recognizable, but your kiddos see them... Continue Reading →
