While ebooks have stalled, the outlook for the children’s book market looks good. That data and coming trends were unpacked at the Nielsen Children’s Book Summit.
Twenty-Five Vlogs for Teens (and Teen Librarians)
By on November 16, 2015
Librarian and blogger Molly Wetta presents 25 notable channels and vlog series—covering categories such as gaming, beauty, and science and technology, and more—that may be of interest to teens.
Warren Buckleitner Curates a Starter Set of Apps
By on July 16, 2015
You might say that the iPad’s been cursed by its own success—full of mid-to-low quality apps that tease kids with free offers. Here’s a starter list of better apps, with something for every youngster.
Lights and Camera In Action at Tampa Bay Libraries
By on March 16, 2015
Libraries in Central Florida are getting ready for their closeup. The Tampa Bay Library Consortium (TBLC), which represents 113 public, academic, school, and special libraries in the Sunshine State, has brought on a full-time videographer to serve each branch, and the consortium as well. Now special events, chats with authors, and even monthly newsletters from TBLC members are getting professional video treatment.
Joyce Valenza’s Picks: Back-to-School Edition
By on August 12, 2012
From a new 4-D storytelling software program to the creation of a maker space in her own library, Joyce Valenza has had a busy summer. Catch up on all the tips from a season’s worth of content at her SLJ blog NeverEndingSearch.
Taming that ‘Monster of Content’ YouTube
By on April 19, 2012
Joyce Valenza’s tips on using the latest tools to help conference presenters and educators better use the video resource.
Top Tech Trends for Teens
By on April 6, 2012
Educational consultant Linda W. Braun cites the hottest applications and how to use them to engage teens.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Video Narrative
By on March 12, 2012
It turns out, that recording, editing, and posting videos while on the road is a lot more intense then we originally thought. The first library we visited was the most difficult because we were just starting to learn about the technology that we were using and the most efficient ways to use it. Because of […]
YouTube for Schools Offers a Remedy–and Underscores Ongoing Filter Issues
By on December 12, 2011
YouTube has unveiled a new “safe” service to help teachers and students access the video-sharing giant’s vast treasures.
Link: Amazon and OverDrive Roll Out Kindle Books to Libraries
By on September 21, 2011
The long-awaited rollout, first announced in April, will end the notable absence of the popular Kindle device from library ebook lending.
