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- Title
Hosting Authors in the School Library Learning Commons.
- Authors
Koechlin, Carol
- Abstract
This article discusses the benefits and strategies for hosting author visits in school libraries. The author emphasizes the importance of planning and preparation, including reaching out to local public libraries for author recommendations and coordinating logistics such as booking fees and travel arrangements. The article also provides tips for preparing students for the visit, such as introducing the author's work beforehand and encouraging students to ask questions. Additionally, the article suggests follow-up activities and ways to make the visit a joyful experience, such as creating displays and celebrating the visit on the library's virtual platform. The author includes success stories from various schools to highlight the positive impact of author visits on student engagement and literacy.
- Subjects
INFORMATION commons; SCHOOL libraries; CHILDREN'S librarians; COPYING; BASHFULNESS
- Publication
Canadian School Libraries Journal, 2024, Vol 8, Issue 2, p1
- ISSN
2560-7227
- Publication type
Article