So today I had a middle school visit to do research on their reports on famous Americans. School visits to the library mean that I show they how to use the catalog, tour the library and then the students spend the next 2 1/2-3 hours reseaching (I think the teachers enjoy being out of school just as much as the students!) Here are some of the gems from my morning:
Me: When you are looking for biographical information, don't forget about children's biographies. They can be a good source of information and sometimes provide you with a list of other sources to check. So are you going to be a book snob and not look at children's books today?
Students: Yes!
Me: Right, let's try this one again...
Student: Wasn't that Mandela guy that one guy?
Student: I want to find information on Orville Redenbacher.
Me: That sounds like a fun project. What made you pick him?
Student: So I could bring popcorn to class.
Student: I'm going to do that peanut guy because I like peanut butter and they make that out of peanuts.
And my personal favorite of the day:
Student: Can you help me find books on Delight D. Eisenhower?
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- I am a youth services librarian, which means I work with ages birth-18. I love being asked about great books to read! When I'm not found with a book in my hands I'm most likely playing board games. The opinions and content of this blog are my own and are not that of my library system. My blog content is my own and not that of any committee or organization I'm involved in. A Note to Authors/Publishers: I am not currently accepting new titles to review at this time. I would be happy to read and review your book. If I you have a book that you would like to share with me, please contact me at greenbeanteenqueen (at) gmail (dot) com.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Day In The Life of a Teen Librarian-School Visit Edition
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9 comments:
Priceless, too funny! Thanks for sharing these. I'm finding that I am enjoying reading about all of you librarians out there and your various experiences on the job. :-)
hahah Oh gosh, I love it. Those are so funny. Little kids are adorable.
Hahahahaha! Kids are great, and I love that you're able to work with them as part of your job!
HAHA Don't you just love the mind of kids?
I awarded you with the Sisterhood Award!
LOL! Kids are so cute!
Delight D Eisenhower......so cute!
He he. I love when stuff like that happens!
Seriously! That was so cute!
Drop by our blog to pick something up =D
Aw thats so cute!
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