Respected librarian and booktalker Nancy Keane offers this brief booktalk to get students interested in Hautman's satirical novel, "Rash."

This resource presents a brief history of the English language provided by an amateur historian of English and librarian.

"This collection of story-related activities, projects and games-developed by storyteller/author Heather Forest for her storytelling workshops with learners, teachers, and librarians-can be used by educators in a school setting to...

This collection of storytelling activities-developed by storyteller/author Heather Forest for her storytelling workshops with students, teachers, and librarians-can be expanded by educators into language arts lesson plans to support...

This article discusses why and how to encourage the development of critical thinking skills for students conducting research on the Web. The author even presents an overview of a project that you could adapt to your class.

Have you ever read "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli? Use this resource to learn more about this book. An educational resource with discussion questions, extension activities and more.

An overview of the Dewey Decimal System, with a list of the categories.

If you are a student, this site has information about Jane Cutler, her books and some fun and games for you! Teachers, librarians and parents can also access information, study guides, and classroom uses for Jane's material.

This site provides information about Thomas Jefferson's legacy, the Library of Congress. Interesting information on the establishment and growth of the Library, the collections, buildings and librarians.

American journalist, writer, and seventh Librarian of Congress.

(1831-1897) American historian and librarian

This resource features a look at Faith Ringgold's work "Tar Beach." It provides information on how this author/artist created this story quilt. Find out how you can have your students develop their own autobiographical story quilt.

This lesson plan uses "Emily's Runaway Imagination" by Beverly Cleary in conjunction with writing a persuasive letter. Included in the lesson plan is an overview, practice, objectives, resources, preparation, and more.