What are the concepts, activities, and topics that will hold the attention of today's children? And what are the best ways to provide a valuable learning experience while they're having fun and being entertained?

Many of the most original, creative, and wildly effective ideas in storytime are contained in "Storytimes for Children," a collection of fresh and vibrant programs created to be relevant, interesting, and fun for today's youngest generations. This collection of themed storytimes includes suggestions for opening and closing sessions; crafts and activities; songs, poems,...

"Crash Course in Library Services for Seniors" provides a refreshingly positive approach to working with older adults--one that focuses on the positive effects of aging on patrons, and the many opportunities that libraries can create for themselves by offering top-notch services delivered with a concierge mindset. The book offers page after page of great programming ideas specifically for reaching out to Baby Boomers and older customers--a population that is predicted to double over the next 20 years.

Organized in only six chapters, this easy-to-read book provides practical suggestions...