Professional Reading

Whether they serve diverse populations or not, librarians will find this an excellent addition.

Catering to academic libraries, this work will prove to be beneficial for everyone from current students to administrators. Other disciplines and library types could also benefit, as while the specific programs discussed are not universal, the theories are.

As useful as it is essential.

Essential for both public and school librarians who serve the many diverse ELL populations living in the United States.

This helpful guide features specific lessons to implement as well as suggestions for building one's own repertoire of mentor texts.

Kroski provides an essential reference for librarians and library staff interested in bringing cosplay into their setting. This work will be invaluable for those who are unsure of how to get started and are looking for a guide to walk them through the process. The chapter on programming ideas will be particularly useful as the author clearly presents the key elements involved in putting an event together successfully.

A must-read for librarians and administrators who advocate for early literacy.

Many art books draw attention to formal elements; no others manage to elucidate the how and why of perception for nearly all ages with such depth and ingenuity. A must-have for picture book aficionados. [Ed. note: See Up Close interview with Molly Bang, p. 18.]

A great purchase for any elementary and middle school library and an ideal addition for a professional development reading list.