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Sep 19, 2018

Slime for the masses

This past summer, I hosted a Slime Party at my library. My wonderful colleague Janelle had put together a set of ingredients and instruct...

Sep 17, 2018

Evolution of an app maker: Cowly Owl

Recently, I got an e-mail from one of my favorite app makers with news of an exciting new direction for the company. It's such an imp...

Sep 14, 2018

Interview with an app maker: Yatatoy

I enjoyed this article about one of my very favorite app makers: Yatatoy! I love learning amazing details like the fact that the three d...

Sep 13, 2018

Wild Rumpus: Flying

Another really common play pattern, especially in Anji Play is leaping, flying off of tall things, often onto a softened surface. Here...

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Who are Library Makers?

Library Makers: Madison, WI, United States; Libraries have always had a reputation for being places of learning. Traditionally, the books housed in libraries have been perceived as the library's main purpose, and indeed books are a great way to learn. However, in today's increasingly digital world, it is important to remind the public that valuable learning also takes place outside of books and libraries are a great source of person-to-person learning experiences. The learning that takes place in libraries is what keeps this institution relevant in a world where access to books is changing rapidly. Here are a few somewhat non-traditional library programs I've created to take advantage of the one-on-one opportunities we have at the library today.

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