MaryLanniReads

September 2021 NEWSLETTER

Starting the school year with great stories.

Welcome to the MaryLanniReads monthly newsletter! Below, you'll find great recommendations of books for kids, tweens, and teens, along with a quick word about early learning in libraries.

 

Feel free to respond with feedback; I'd love to connect!

Early Learning in Libraries

 

To give you a little more background about me, I worked at the Denver Public Library for a little over five years, and I spent much of that time working with an organization called CLEL, or Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy. At the time, it was the only organization of its kind in the country, bringing early learning specialists together from all over the state to improve resources for everyone living here.

 

In my time with CLEL, I organized the recording of several Storyblocks videos, served on the CLEL Bell Awards Committee, and presented at the annual conference.

 

I'm thrilled to be presenting again this year. My topic has to do with Storytime and the feeling of imposter syndrome that often accompanies first-time Storytime presenters. No matter whether you're following in the footsteps of an established favorite or starting out with very little experience, the feeling is real.

 

Even if you have never presented a Storytime and are reading to children at home, you may have experienced this feeling, as well.

 

You're not alone.

 

The bottom line is this: when you are reading to young people, it's the intent behind your actions that is the most important thing. Everything else comes down to your unique personality and presentation style. When you care enough about encouraging literacy, it will come through in whatever you do, however you do it.

 

If you're interested in participating in the conference, there is still room available and you can learn more here.

 

Feel free to respond about this topic if it moves you; it's one that is near and dear to my heart!

 

I hope you find something that speaks to you in the pages of my blog. If you think something's missing, I invite you to reach out and let me know! There's always room to grow.

 

And now...on to the books. :)

 

--Mary

Featured Books For Kids

 

  • This lovely story brings joy and hope to children with cancer.
  • There's an Alien in the Attic is a jovial and fun bedtime read.
  • << This book celebrates the contribution of each person to the global symphony.
 
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Featured Books for Tweens

 

  • A Touch of Ruckus is a sweet and spooky tale of friendship and adventure.
  • Congratulations to Alda P. Dobbs on the debut of her story chronicling one family's escape from the Mexican Revolution. >>
  • Mythology lovers will fall for Pahua and the Soul Stealer, an adventure that incorporates elements from Hmong culture and folklore.
 
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Featured Books for Teens

 

  • As we remember those lost in the 9/11 tragedy, books like this one celebrate the bravery of those affected.
  • << If you love stories about sleight of hand, strong women, and a sprinkling of romance, this one's for you.
  • The Strider and the Regulus begins a maritime adventure that brings centuries-old pirate lore into a modern setting.
 
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