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Video: Storytelling for Kids in the Film Vault
The Kansas City Public Library is full of stories – narratives that walk, talk, laugh, and sometimes even fly. At least they do in the hands of a talented storyteller like our Central Youth Services Supervisor, Jamie Mayo. We recently made a video of Mayo regaling a group of visiting kids at the Central Library.
Storytelling Comes to Life in Kansas City
Storytelling has served a number of functions throughout history. Before the written word, it preserved the people’s history. Today, it helps people find the common connections across boundaries and is a wonderful tool for educating and enlightening minds of all ages. And a story, in the hands of a great storyteller, brings magic to the listener and teller alike.
Book Buddies Beat the Summer Slide
Getting kids energized about reading in the summertime demands creativity. During the months when a cool, dark bedroom and the flickering screen of a PSP beckons sweetly, it’s hard enough getting kids to pick up a book, much less come to the Library. Here's how a few crafty children's librarians got kids enjoying activities centered on reading.
The Amazing Adam Rex
Do you know someone who can write, draw, and they’re funny, too? Wow!
One of my favorites is Adam Rex. For a good giggle, check out The True Meaning of Smekday to find out what life is like on Earth when aliens (called the Boov) take over, or try Pssst! - and discover what happens when zoo animals make unusual demands.
New National Ambassador for Young People's Literature: Katherine Paterson
Did you know that books—like countries—have their own ambassador? Katherine Paterson was named to a two-year term by Librarian of Congress James Billington. The previous ambassador was Jon Scieszka, who is best known for The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Fairy Tales.
If you could choose the next ambassador, who would it be?
