Center Stage: Library Programs That Inspire Middle School Patrons (Library Programs That Inspire Series) - Softcover

Leslie, Roger; Wilson, Patricia Potter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1563087960 ISBN 13: 9781563087967

Publisher: Libraries Unlimited, 2002

Synopsis

Securing the interest of energetic, independent middle school students is one of the greatest challenges of school librarians. In this book―the third in the Library Programs That Inspire Series―acclaimed authors Patricia Potter Wilson and Roger Leslie bring you some of the best programming ideas to motivate your middle school patrons and encourage lifelong learning. Examples of successful programs from award-winning Blue Ribbon middle schools across the nation provide the necessary inspiration to create library events that will get the attention of even your least interested students. Find out which programs are most effective, innovative, and entertaining―without draining your resources and energy!

About this title

Book Description:

Presents programming ideas to motivate middle school library patrons and encourage lifelong learning.

About the Author:

PATRICIA POTTER WILSON is Associate Professor Emerita of School Library and Information Sciences at the University of Houston, Clear Lake. Prior to her university position, she was a school teacher and library media specialist. An author of numerous articles and five books, she has also been recipient of several teaching and service awards.

ROGER LESLIE is an author, editor, teacher, and library media specialist with 15 years of experience in public education.

About this edition

• Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1563087960
• ISBN 13: 9781563087967
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 204