Paula Willey

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Wait, What?: A Comic Book Guide to Relationships, Bodies, and Growing Up

Heather Corinna | REVIEWS+, Oct 04, 2019

Research shows that the earlier children learn about consent and body autonomy, the better. All libraries serving middle school and upper elementary school students will want this warm, candid guide.

14 Arts & Activities Series for Makerspaces, Clubs, & Classrooms

Paula Willey, Apr 24, 2018

Librarians selecting activity series should always seek out coherent instructions bolstered by visual information where needed, and laid out in such a way that young people are never left searching for the next step.

21 Series for Crafters and Maker Spaces

Paula Willey, Nov 22, 2017

Inspire novice and expert makers alike with DIY engineering and decorating projects.

Puberty, Consent, and Sexuality: A Few New Titles

Paula Willey, Nov 13, 2017

A year ago, I read 75 books about puberty and sexuality for a “Focus On” article for School Library Journal. You’re welcome.

25 Terrifying Horror Novels for Kids and Teens

Paula Willey, Oct 11, 2017

From totally innocuous through safe scary, all the way to “holy moly!”, the following fiction titles offer a scary experience for a range of readers and their comfort levels.

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What Does Consent Really Mean?

Thalia Wallis | NONFICTION, Oct 01, 2017

While undeniably talky, this sex-positive and inclusive book offers a down-to-earth approach to an awkward subject. Belongs in every middle and high school library.

A Model of Library Service to Children of Incarcerated Parents: SLJ Talks to Nick Higgins, Brooklyn Public Library

Paula Willey, Jul 28, 2017

Nick Higgins brought Telestory, a free video visitation service for families of prisoners at Rikers Island in New York City, to Brooklyn Public Library. Here's how he did it.