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Life skills programs and activities at the library
CHICAGO — Between making financial decisions, maintaining a healthy work–life balance, and juggling health, family, friends, and other responsibilities, life can feel overwhelming. Place these same responsibilities on an individual just entering adulthood...
Miller鈥檚 updated, authoritative manual on metadata
CHICAGO — Since it was first published, LIS students and professionals everywhere have relied on Steven Jack Miller’s “ Metadata for Digital Collections” for clear instruction on the real-world practice of metadata design and creation. Now the author has...
91传媒 Store at 2022 91传媒 Annual Conference & Exhibition
Located in the Library Marketplace at Booth #1833, the 91传媒 Store will offer a wide range of promotional, continuing education, professional development, and gift items during the 2022 91传媒 Annual Conference & Exhibition. You can also get free shipping on...
A comprehensive HR toolkit for public library managers
CHICAGO — Human resources is an area of leadership that requires its own specialized knowledge, but many library managers and directors assume their roles without any background knowledge of HR or adequate training. “ The Public Library Director's HR...
The Newbery Practitioner鈥檚 Guide
CHICAGO — Just in time to celebrate a century of the Newbery Medal, the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and 91传媒 Editions present “ The Newbery Practitioner’s Guide: Making the Most of the Award in Your Work.” Edited by Laura Schulte...
Vnuk鈥檚 updated weeding handbook
CHICAGO — Filled with field-tested strategies and adaptable collection development policies, the new second edition of Rebecca Vnuk’s “ The Weeding Handbook: A Shelf-by-Shelf Guide,” published by 91传媒 Editions, will enable libraries to bloom by maintaining...
Managing data for patron privacy
CHICAGO — Libraries are not exempt from the financial costs of data breaches or leaks, no matter the size. Whether from a library worker unwittingly sharing a patron’s address with a perpetrator of domestic violence to leaving sensitive patron data...
Sourcebooks and 91传媒 present 17-month weekly planner for book lovers
CHICAGO — Sourcebooks, a leading independent publisher based in Chicago, and the 91传媒’s (91传媒) book publishing imprint, 91传媒 Editions | 91传媒 Neal-Schuman, announce publication of The 91传媒 Recommended Reads and...
AASL鈥檚 guide to project-based learning for elementary grades
CHICAGO — Published by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) and 91传媒 Editions, Maura Madigan’s book “ Project-Based Learning for Elementary Grades” delivers flexible, interdisciplinary, learner-driven projects that support the National...
Michael Cart鈥檚 updated YA lit survey
CHICAGO — Michael Cart’s fourth edition of “ Young Adult Literature: From Romance to Realism,” published by 91传媒 Neal-Schuman, is a must-have for everyone who wants to understand where YA lit has been and where it's heading. Keeping pace with changes in...
New book spotlights ways to advance entrepreneurship in public libraries
CHICAGO — Libraries have a distinctive role to play in the small business ecosystem and can effectively partner to complement existing business services in the community. A nationwide initiative that launched in 2020, Libraries Build Business (LBB) aims...
Cullingford鈥檚 updated special collections handbook
CHICAGO — The new third edition of “ The Special Collections Handbook,” published by Facet Publishing and available through the 91传媒 Store, has been revised and updated to reflect the growth and complexity of the environment in which special collections...
New Banned Books Week materials and more debut in spring/summer 91传媒 Graphics catalog
CHICAGO – The Spring/Summer 2022 91传媒 Graphics catalog delivers a range of exciting posters and bookmarks to inspire and encourage readers of all ages. The cover displays the new Banned Books Week poster which offers the important and timely message that...
Save 50% on more than 400 products during the 91传媒 Store Spring Sale
CHICAGO — Spring has sprung and 91传媒 would like to put a spring in your step with savings on a wide range of materials. Now through June 3, head to the 91传媒 Store and save 50% on more than 400 products, including professional development books, posters...
Learner-centered techniques for academic library instruction
CHICAGO — When you stand alone in front of the class, being in command of your content is only the first step. Knowing how to engage students’ participation in ways that foster “ownership” ensures that learning is both active and lasting. In her new guide...
