Books Abroad is a registered charity founded in 1982 that sends free school books to educational establishments overseas to foster literacy and education. They operate from their headquarters in Rhynie, Scotland and send over 185,000 books annually, equivalent to 37 tonnes. Since being founded, they have sent over one million books abroad. Books are donated, sorted by volunteers, packed into containers, and shipped worldwide to help children in need.
The document describes the 1000 Book Club program started at Plymouth River Elementary School in Hingham, MA. The program aims to have preschool and kindergarten children read 1000 books over two years with their families. It provides book bags containing 10 books that families check out every two weeks. Families earn incentives for reading milestones. The program was started through book drives, grants, and donations. It features annual kick-off events, story times, and a dedicated reading area in the school.
The newsletter provides updates on several initiatives of the Friends of African Village Libraries (FAVL) organization. FAVL was able to purchase a popular graphic novel series called Aya of Yopougon for libraries in Burkina Faso thanks to donor support. FAVL also manages 18 libraries across 4 countries and supports an additional 64 libraries through partnerships. Current fundraising priorities include establishing endowments and renewing books stock for the libraries. Several library programs are highlighted, including successful reading camps in Burkina Faso, after-school programs improving student skills in Ghana, and a new library opening in Burkina Faso honoring a deceased Peace Corps volunteer.
FAVL was founded in 2001 to help establish and support village libraries in rural Africa. Since then, it has helped establish 38 libraries in Burkina Faso, 3 in Ghana, and 1 in Uganda. In the past year, FAVL partnered with other organizations to establish 2 new libraries in Burkina Faso. However, terrorism has led to the closure of 5 libraries in Burkina Faso and displacement of residents. FAVL continues its work of supporting existing libraries and establishing new ones to promote literacy, education, and community.
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The document is a book dedicated to children in Ghana that describes the various activities that take place at libraries, such as reading books, writing homework assignments, playing games, practicing spelling, and making crafts, demonstrating that libraries provide opportunities for both learning and fun. The book was edited by Olivia Ho and Michael Kevane and published by Friends of African Village Libraries in 2011.
The document discusses activities at the Kitengesa Community Library in Uganda over the past year. It describes a performance by the library's band in September showcasing traditional Kiganda culture. It also discusses two health camps held in August and January to educate women and youth on health issues like cancer prevention. The library supports these cultural preservation and literacy efforts through donations, which it uses to pay staff salaries, obtain books and resources, and sponsor individual students' education costs.
The document outlines several values that are emphasized at the school such as respect, freedom, solidarity, responsibility, tolerance, sharing, participation, commitment, and honesty. Respect is fostered through annual convivences where students learn about each other. Solidarity is shown through collecting food donations for those in need around Christmas. Tolerance and sharing are promoted through events such as a "blind date with a book" where students share their book opinions.
The library at Bethlehem College underwent renovations in 2016 to create a modern learning environment. Furniture was replaced, shelving updated, and new computers installed. Engagement programs like library week, book quizzes, and a summer reading club promoted reading. Over 1,200 new books were purchased, with a focus on junior non-fiction and Christian titles. Usage remained high, with the most popular books being checked out repeatedly. The librarians concluded that through guidance from God, they were able to effectively serve the school community.
FAVL supports libraries in rural Africa through donations and volunteers. In 2020, they supported 38 libraries in Burkina Faso, 3 in Ghana, and the Kitengesa Community Library in Uganda. Updates included rebuilding a library in Ghana damaged by a storm, reopening libraries closed due to COVID-19 with safety measures, and producing locally authored books in Burkina Faso languages to promote literacy. FAVL also mourned the loss of supporters and librarians while continuing their mission to develop reading cultures and programs.
The document describes the 1000 Book Club program started at Plymouth River Elementary School in Hingham, MA. The program aims to have preschool and kindergarten children read 1000 books over two years with their families. It provides book bags containing 10 books that families check out every two weeks. Families earn incentives for reading milestones. The program was started through book drives, grants, and donations. It features annual kick-off events, story times, and a dedicated reading area in the school.
The newsletter provides updates on several initiatives of the Friends of African Village Libraries (FAVL) organization. FAVL was able to purchase a popular graphic novel series called Aya of Yopougon for libraries in Burkina Faso thanks to donor support. FAVL also manages 18 libraries across 4 countries and supports an additional 64 libraries through partnerships. Current fundraising priorities include establishing endowments and renewing books stock for the libraries. Several library programs are highlighted, including successful reading camps in Burkina Faso, after-school programs improving student skills in Ghana, and a new library opening in Burkina Faso honoring a deceased Peace Corps volunteer.
FAVL was founded in 2001 to help establish and support village libraries in rural Africa. Since then, it has helped establish 38 libraries in Burkina Faso, 3 in Ghana, and 1 in Uganda. In the past year, FAVL partnered with other organizations to establish 2 new libraries in Burkina Faso. However, terrorism has led to the closure of 5 libraries in Burkina Faso and displacement of residents. FAVL continues its work of supporting existing libraries and establishing new ones to promote literacy, education, and community.
This 3 sentence summary provides the key details about the purpose and content of the document:
The document is a book dedicated to children in Ghana that describes the various activities that take place at libraries, such as reading books, writing homework assignments, playing games, practicing spelling, and making crafts, demonstrating that libraries provide opportunities for both learning and fun. The book was edited by Olivia Ho and Michael Kevane and published by Friends of African Village Libraries in 2011.
The document discusses activities at the Kitengesa Community Library in Uganda over the past year. It describes a performance by the library's band in September showcasing traditional Kiganda culture. It also discusses two health camps held in August and January to educate women and youth on health issues like cancer prevention. The library supports these cultural preservation and literacy efforts through donations, which it uses to pay staff salaries, obtain books and resources, and sponsor individual students' education costs.
The document outlines several values that are emphasized at the school such as respect, freedom, solidarity, responsibility, tolerance, sharing, participation, commitment, and honesty. Respect is fostered through annual convivences where students learn about each other. Solidarity is shown through collecting food donations for those in need around Christmas. Tolerance and sharing are promoted through events such as a "blind date with a book" where students share their book opinions.
The library at Bethlehem College underwent renovations in 2016 to create a modern learning environment. Furniture was replaced, shelving updated, and new computers installed. Engagement programs like library week, book quizzes, and a summer reading club promoted reading. Over 1,200 new books were purchased, with a focus on junior non-fiction and Christian titles. Usage remained high, with the most popular books being checked out repeatedly. The librarians concluded that through guidance from God, they were able to effectively serve the school community.
FAVL supports libraries in rural Africa through donations and volunteers. In 2020, they supported 38 libraries in Burkina Faso, 3 in Ghana, and the Kitengesa Community Library in Uganda. Updates included rebuilding a library in Ghana damaged by a storm, reopening libraries closed due to COVID-19 with safety measures, and producing locally authored books in Burkina Faso languages to promote literacy. FAVL also mourned the loss of supporters and librarians while continuing their mission to develop reading cultures and programs.
This document provides students with information about the library services at The Dixie Grammar School. It outlines the hours that different grades can use the library, how to borrow and return books, the resources available including books, newspapers, computers and a study space. It also describes the librarian, Mrs. Robinson, and encourages students to make use of the library and its online services to support their learning.
In one day across various Nebraska libraries:
- Thousands of patrons visited libraries and used resources like books, computers, and programs
- Hundreds of questions were answered on topics like homework, employment, and databases
- Dozens of programs were held attended by hundreds of patrons
- Thousands of books and materials were checked out
Patrons commented on how their libraries provided resources, safe spaces, and support for education and entertainment in the community.
The 2015 progress report summarizes the developments at the school library. Key initiatives included transitioning to a "Modern Learning Library Environment" with more flexible and comfortable furniture. The library hosted various events like a book fair and author visit. Holdings grew with new purchases and donations. Top borrowers and titles were noted. Overall it was a year of positive changes and "turn-around" for the library.
This document provides a summary of the Wyoming Library Roundup publication for Winter/Spring 2014. It highlights several key pieces of information:
- The publication focuses on literacy programs in Wyoming, featuring articles on literacy in Wyoming, the Wyoming Reads program, Library Snapshot Day, and profiles on several Wyoming authors.
- The cover story discusses the One Book Wyoming program which features the novella "Spirit of Steamboat" by Craig Johnson. The program aims to create statewide unity through shared reading.
- An article profiles Wyoming First Lady Carol Mead and her work promoting early childhood literacy across Wyoming, including launching a statewide literacy research center and clinic and a program called Eat. Read. Grow.
Introducing the Nal'ibali reading-for-enjoyment campaignNal'ibali
Nal’ibali (isiXhosa for “here’s the story”) is a national reading-for-enjoyment campaign to spark children’s potential through storytelling and reading. Children who are immersed in great and well-told stories – and in languages they understand – become inspired and are motivated to learn to read for themselves. Such personally rewarding learning is a recipe for successful literacy development. Nal’ibali is driven by PRAESA (the Project for the Study of Alternative Education), Times Media and a growing number of partners. Through sustained mentoring and collaboration with communities, reading clubs, literacy organisations and volunteers of all ages, as well as a vibrant media campaign, Nal’ibali is helping to root a culture of literacy into the fabric of everyday life in South Africa.
World Book Day is an annual celebration of authors, books, and reading that takes place in over 100 countries. Testwood School celebrates World Book Day from March 3-7 by having English lessons focused on reading, a tutor group quiz with prizes, and participating in Oxfam's "message in a book" campaign where students write letters that will be included in donated books. The celebration highlights the importance of reading books to learn life lessons and make good choices.
Three speakers representing a local Rotary club, United
Way Australia, and The Dollywood Foundation present
a practical overview of how Rotarians, their clubs, and
their networks have been instrumental in the launch
of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Australia.
Learn how they’ve collaborated to make the Imagination
Library a reality in their community, working to inspire
a love for reading and learning in children from an
early age.
This is the presentation about the Habitat Children's Book Forum that we made at the IBBY (International Board on Books for Young People) Congress in London, August 2012.
The document outlines a plan to increase books in a school library by collecting donations from teachers, students, parents, neighbors, village council members, and other villagers. Donated books would be collected and added to the school library to help more students read. The plan also involves sharing details of the book drive with other schools.
School’s out for summer, as you’ve probably noticed because of the recent influx of tots and teens participating in your story hours and book clubs. Public librarians with experience in youth outreach will spend this hour sharing what has worked and what has not when it comes to reaching this patron population at their libraries. Bring your own best practices to share with the group as well.
Spark Talk: Guerrilla Professional Development #PLA14Amy Koester
This slide deck accompanied my 5-minute Spark Talk at the 2014 PLA Conference, where I talked about the benefits of branching away from paid, top-down "expert" trainings and instead allowing in-house staff to share their own expertise in guerrilla-style training events.
Our school library: A Parent's PerspectiveCILIPScotland
Shondra Riley, a regional advisor for Connect, discusses the importance of school libraries from a parent's perspective. As a membership charity supporting parents in Scottish schools for over 70 years, Connect recognizes that school libraries play a critical role in literacy and providing a safe space for children. Feedback from parent volunteers highlighted the personal rewards of involvement in the library, including feeling more involved in their child's education and seeing children's enthusiasm for reading. Parents value the school library for improving literacy, building confidence, and providing a restorative space for children.
Heinrich Mann's quote about the importance of books is presented. The document then summarizes how Oklahoma libraries provide valuable resources and programs that promote literacy and learning for children. Libraries offer books, audio tapes, computers, storytimes, summer reading programs, and outreach through bookmobiles. They also provide volunteer opportunities to encourage community involvement among youth.
Many children in Vietnam are poor and cannot afford schooling or basic necessities like clothing and books. The presenter's school organized a drive where students collected used clothes and books to donate to underprivileged children in rural provinces, so they would have supplies to attend school. Additionally, some students held fundraising parties to collect donations to bring joy and support to children in need.
The document summarizes the author's educational and professional experiences. It describes growing up in a small town in Tanzania and attending local schools established by British colonists as well as a school built by Greg Mortenson's father. It discusses the author's colorful educational foundation and choice to become a teacher due to cultural constraints. It then outlines the author's career building schools, developing curriculum, and participating in various educational and community initiatives in Tanzania. The author reflects on how their experiences connected and influenced their educational philosophies and work.
This document outlines a Rotary District service project to collect books for children in Jamaica and Haiti. It will take place from May 1-7, 2010 to coincide with other Rotary events. The goals are to inspire literacy, address needs in those countries, and potentially break the Guinness World Record for most books donated to charity. Rotarians and others are encouraged to donate new or gently used books, spread awareness of the drive, offer collection locations, or donate funds to purchase special books. The document provides key dates and details on how individuals can participate through the "H.E.L.P." campaign to help children through Home donations, Explanation and encouragement of others, Lending a Hand with services, and monetary
This document outlines the transformation of a public library in South Sioux City, Nebraska from 2008-2012. It details how circulation, computer usage, and programming attendance all increased substantially during this period. This was accomplished through hiring a new director and staff, communicating with patrons, giving presentations, collaborating with local agencies, and focusing programming on community needs and interests. The library now offers over 1,500 programs annually, including many for adults and children. Future plans include additional educational, cultural, and technology programs.
The document announces several reading and book-related events at Bradbury School. It mentions Book Week celebrations including D.E.A.R. time, a read-a-thon fundraiser collecting sponsors, a book fair that raised money for new library books, and an upcoming book character parade. It also lists special reading guests in the library that week and a "Battle of the Books" competition between students and teachers.
Children at a school for street children lacked basic uniforms, shoes, and library facilities. To help, volunteers collected donated uniforms, shoes, bags, and 500 books from family and friends. They distributed the materials to 55 students so they could enjoy studying like other children with necessary dress and access to reading materials to enhance their knowledge and English skills.
The summary provides an overview of the activities of the FAVL Multimedia Center in Houndé, Burkina Faso from October 2013 to April 2014. Key points include:
- Construction of the center was completed in October 2013 and equipment arrived in November.
- Six books were published in the Faso Bibliothèque series for children, printed locally.
- The center promoted local authorship and received 13 submissions from aspiring writers.
- Future plans include books for different age groups, in local languages, and organizing reading clubs.
This document contains a series of repeated phrases with the name "Mary Jose" discussing different typography styles. It does not have a clear topic or message beyond demonstrating different formatting of the name "Mary Jose".
La pandemia de COVID-19 ha tenido un impacto significativo en la economía mundial y las vidas de las personas. Muchos países han impuesto medidas de confinamiento que han cerrado negocios y escuelas, y han pedido a la gente que se quede en casa tanto como sea posible para frenar la propagación del virus. A medida que los países comienzan a reabrir gradualmente sus economías, existe la esperanza de que se pueda encontrar un equilibrio entre la salud pública y la recuperación económica.
This document provides students with information about the library services at The Dixie Grammar School. It outlines the hours that different grades can use the library, how to borrow and return books, the resources available including books, newspapers, computers and a study space. It also describes the librarian, Mrs. Robinson, and encourages students to make use of the library and its online services to support their learning.
In one day across various Nebraska libraries:
- Thousands of patrons visited libraries and used resources like books, computers, and programs
- Hundreds of questions were answered on topics like homework, employment, and databases
- Dozens of programs were held attended by hundreds of patrons
- Thousands of books and materials were checked out
Patrons commented on how their libraries provided resources, safe spaces, and support for education and entertainment in the community.
The 2015 progress report summarizes the developments at the school library. Key initiatives included transitioning to a "Modern Learning Library Environment" with more flexible and comfortable furniture. The library hosted various events like a book fair and author visit. Holdings grew with new purchases and donations. Top borrowers and titles were noted. Overall it was a year of positive changes and "turn-around" for the library.
This document provides a summary of the Wyoming Library Roundup publication for Winter/Spring 2014. It highlights several key pieces of information:
- The publication focuses on literacy programs in Wyoming, featuring articles on literacy in Wyoming, the Wyoming Reads program, Library Snapshot Day, and profiles on several Wyoming authors.
- The cover story discusses the One Book Wyoming program which features the novella "Spirit of Steamboat" by Craig Johnson. The program aims to create statewide unity through shared reading.
- An article profiles Wyoming First Lady Carol Mead and her work promoting early childhood literacy across Wyoming, including launching a statewide literacy research center and clinic and a program called Eat. Read. Grow.
Introducing the Nal'ibali reading-for-enjoyment campaignNal'ibali
Nal’ibali (isiXhosa for “here’s the story”) is a national reading-for-enjoyment campaign to spark children’s potential through storytelling and reading. Children who are immersed in great and well-told stories – and in languages they understand – become inspired and are motivated to learn to read for themselves. Such personally rewarding learning is a recipe for successful literacy development. Nal’ibali is driven by PRAESA (the Project for the Study of Alternative Education), Times Media and a growing number of partners. Through sustained mentoring and collaboration with communities, reading clubs, literacy organisations and volunteers of all ages, as well as a vibrant media campaign, Nal’ibali is helping to root a culture of literacy into the fabric of everyday life in South Africa.
World Book Day is an annual celebration of authors, books, and reading that takes place in over 100 countries. Testwood School celebrates World Book Day from March 3-7 by having English lessons focused on reading, a tutor group quiz with prizes, and participating in Oxfam's "message in a book" campaign where students write letters that will be included in donated books. The celebration highlights the importance of reading books to learn life lessons and make good choices.
Three speakers representing a local Rotary club, United
Way Australia, and The Dollywood Foundation present
a practical overview of how Rotarians, their clubs, and
their networks have been instrumental in the launch
of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Australia.
Learn how they’ve collaborated to make the Imagination
Library a reality in their community, working to inspire
a love for reading and learning in children from an
early age.
This is the presentation about the Habitat Children's Book Forum that we made at the IBBY (International Board on Books for Young People) Congress in London, August 2012.
The document outlines a plan to increase books in a school library by collecting donations from teachers, students, parents, neighbors, village council members, and other villagers. Donated books would be collected and added to the school library to help more students read. The plan also involves sharing details of the book drive with other schools.
School’s out for summer, as you’ve probably noticed because of the recent influx of tots and teens participating in your story hours and book clubs. Public librarians with experience in youth outreach will spend this hour sharing what has worked and what has not when it comes to reaching this patron population at their libraries. Bring your own best practices to share with the group as well.
Spark Talk: Guerrilla Professional Development #PLA14Amy Koester
This slide deck accompanied my 5-minute Spark Talk at the 2014 PLA Conference, where I talked about the benefits of branching away from paid, top-down "expert" trainings and instead allowing in-house staff to share their own expertise in guerrilla-style training events.
Our school library: A Parent's PerspectiveCILIPScotland
Shondra Riley, a regional advisor for Connect, discusses the importance of school libraries from a parent's perspective. As a membership charity supporting parents in Scottish schools for over 70 years, Connect recognizes that school libraries play a critical role in literacy and providing a safe space for children. Feedback from parent volunteers highlighted the personal rewards of involvement in the library, including feeling more involved in their child's education and seeing children's enthusiasm for reading. Parents value the school library for improving literacy, building confidence, and providing a restorative space for children.
Heinrich Mann's quote about the importance of books is presented. The document then summarizes how Oklahoma libraries provide valuable resources and programs that promote literacy and learning for children. Libraries offer books, audio tapes, computers, storytimes, summer reading programs, and outreach through bookmobiles. They also provide volunteer opportunities to encourage community involvement among youth.
Many children in Vietnam are poor and cannot afford schooling or basic necessities like clothing and books. The presenter's school organized a drive where students collected used clothes and books to donate to underprivileged children in rural provinces, so they would have supplies to attend school. Additionally, some students held fundraising parties to collect donations to bring joy and support to children in need.
The document summarizes the author's educational and professional experiences. It describes growing up in a small town in Tanzania and attending local schools established by British colonists as well as a school built by Greg Mortenson's father. It discusses the author's colorful educational foundation and choice to become a teacher due to cultural constraints. It then outlines the author's career building schools, developing curriculum, and participating in various educational and community initiatives in Tanzania. The author reflects on how their experiences connected and influenced their educational philosophies and work.
This document outlines a Rotary District service project to collect books for children in Jamaica and Haiti. It will take place from May 1-7, 2010 to coincide with other Rotary events. The goals are to inspire literacy, address needs in those countries, and potentially break the Guinness World Record for most books donated to charity. Rotarians and others are encouraged to donate new or gently used books, spread awareness of the drive, offer collection locations, or donate funds to purchase special books. The document provides key dates and details on how individuals can participate through the "H.E.L.P." campaign to help children through Home donations, Explanation and encouragement of others, Lending a Hand with services, and monetary
This document outlines the transformation of a public library in South Sioux City, Nebraska from 2008-2012. It details how circulation, computer usage, and programming attendance all increased substantially during this period. This was accomplished through hiring a new director and staff, communicating with patrons, giving presentations, collaborating with local agencies, and focusing programming on community needs and interests. The library now offers over 1,500 programs annually, including many for adults and children. Future plans include additional educational, cultural, and technology programs.
The document announces several reading and book-related events at Bradbury School. It mentions Book Week celebrations including D.E.A.R. time, a read-a-thon fundraiser collecting sponsors, a book fair that raised money for new library books, and an upcoming book character parade. It also lists special reading guests in the library that week and a "Battle of the Books" competition between students and teachers.
Children at a school for street children lacked basic uniforms, shoes, and library facilities. To help, volunteers collected donated uniforms, shoes, bags, and 500 books from family and friends. They distributed the materials to 55 students so they could enjoy studying like other children with necessary dress and access to reading materials to enhance their knowledge and English skills.
The summary provides an overview of the activities of the FAVL Multimedia Center in Houndé, Burkina Faso from October 2013 to April 2014. Key points include:
- Construction of the center was completed in October 2013 and equipment arrived in November.
- Six books were published in the Faso Bibliothèque series for children, printed locally.
- The center promoted local authorship and received 13 submissions from aspiring writers.
- Future plans include books for different age groups, in local languages, and organizing reading clubs.
This document contains a series of repeated phrases with the name "Mary Jose" discussing different typography styles. It does not have a clear topic or message beyond demonstrating different formatting of the name "Mary Jose".
La pandemia de COVID-19 ha tenido un impacto significativo en la economía mundial y las vidas de las personas. Muchos países han impuesto medidas de confinamiento que han cerrado negocios y escuelas, y han pedido a la gente que se quede en casa tanto como sea posible para frenar la propagación del virus. A medida que los países comienzan a reabrir gradualmente sus economías, existe la esperanza de que se pueda encontrar un equilibrio entre la salud pública y la recuperación económica.
The document outlines Books Abroad's plans to refresh their design, marketing strategy, and online presence in 2012. It discusses objectives like refreshing the website, establishing an online and social media presence, and raising awareness. It also covers competition from other charities, current trends in donations and marketing, challenges, and ideas for improving the website, using rich media, social media, print materials, and potential collaborations. The presentation provides recommendations and seeks feedback on the organization's logo, visual identity, products, and maintaining their marketing strategy.
Books Abroad is a nonprofit organization that promotes literacy and education in developing countries by recycling used books. They collect donated books and send them to schools and institutions worldwide. Their mission is to help alleviate poverty through increasing access to education resources. They have been operating since 1996, sending books to many countries, and involve volunteers to help with fundraising, book sorting, and spreading awareness of their work.
This document provides an overview of using the photo organizing software iPhoto in the classroom. It includes an agenda for a professional development session on organizing photos into albums, creating slideshows with music or narration, and sharing creations online. Several ideas are listed for classroom projects using iPhoto like illustrating concepts, documenting events, and displaying student work. Directions are given for creating a slideshow, adding audio, and exporting the file. Resources for royalty-free images and music are also included.
This document provides an overview of directors under the Companies Act of 1956 in India. It defines directors as individuals who collectively make up the board of directors and carry out the business of the company. It discusses the appointment, removal, duties and types of directors. It also outlines qualifications for directors, including share ownership requirements, as well as prohibitions such as bankruptcy. The document summarizes the roles and responsibilities of directors in managing a company in accordance with the Companies Act.
They come into your library or classroom and they challenge you, they don't like reading. What can you do? Where do you look for ideas? What books are recommended by school librarians to turn things around? Ideas and suggestions here.
This document summarizes the mission and programs of the organization Twice Upon a Time, which aims to support early literacy and foster a love of reading in families. Their vision is to open welcoming bookstores where children can choose their own book to keep each visit. They operate programs at various community centers and housing developments in Ottawa, distributing over 4000 books so far. Their goal is to address the high percentage of children in some Ottawa neighborhoods who begin kindergarten without adequate reading skills.
This document provides information about the upcoming kindergarten class taught by Ms. Cori Lee. It introduces Ms. Lee and her assistant Mrs. Dora Kwarteng. It outlines the daily schedule including morning meeting, literacy, math, science, social studies and choosing time. It discusses snacks, recess, and lunch. It also provides information about kindergarten specials and offers tips on how parents can help their children at home with reading, writing, and building confidence.
The PCEC "1000 X 5" Children's Book Recycling Project is a community literacy initiative whereby free books are provided to families with young children (birth to 5 years) living on the Saanich Peninsula. It is our hope that all young children will have at least 1000 books read to them by the time they are five years-old.
Parent Orientation 2013-14 Library Media Centerbughh
The document provides information about the Prairie Point Elementary Library Media Center's (LMC) orientation for parents. It summarizes the LMC's goal of empowering students and staff to become lifelong learners through programming and an emphasis on reading. It details the library's instruction schedule and resources for different grades. Tips are provided on selecting books at appropriate reading levels. Upcoming events like book fairs are announced and volunteers are requested to help in the LMC.
A photo report on the SLA School Librarian of the Year Award Ceremony at Dexter House, Tower Hill, London, 1 October 2012. The award was won by Adam Lancaster of Monk's Walk School in Welwyn Garden City.
Also awarded was the School Library Design Award, on its second year. Winner was The Duston School in Northampton. The school library, known as "The Hub" was praised by the judges for giving students "ownership of their own space and their own place. Funky furnishings, a bold colour scheme, creative space planning, natural and artificial lighting, effective acoustics and ever changing, motivating signage and graphics make The Hub a destination like no other."
Kevin Crossley Holland, author and chair of the SLA, in praising the finalists for the awards said: "Make no mistake about it! School libraries and school librarians are under real pressure – political apathy, cuts in their budgets, threats of redundancy, status within their schools. But all over the country, individual librarians are doing imaginative and valiant and, frankly, quite crucial work, inspiring a love of reading within their schools and communities. They’re not only custodians of the storyhoard, the river of poems and the building blocks of information but brokers of the relationship between books as physical artefacts and the Digital Age. Now, the very best of them have been shortlisted to be the SLA School Librarian of the Year. It’s an award that matters, and it should be recognised by each and every one of us.”
Sponsored by Scholastic Children's Books, Raintree Publishing, and Demco Interiors.
Photographs/Report by Candy Gourlay www.candygourlay.com
Carolina Friends School Lower School Library Annual Report 2014-15Natalie Harvey
Natalie joins the Lower School library with a passion for education. She has degrees in elementary education and library science. The library transitioned to a flexible schedule to allow teachers to collaborate with Natalie. The library purchased graphic novels and subscribed to Pebble Go. Students can now check out up to 5 books at once.
The Kitengesa Community Library in Uganda has grown substantially since starting with a box of 150 books nearly 15 years ago. It now has a three-room building, about 4,000 books, a computer center, and community hall. In addition to lending books, the library now offers adult literacy classes, scholarships for student volunteers, activities for school children, health reading camps, and programs for the deaf. The library has also spawned several social and economic activities for the community, including a tree planting project, a microfinance group for women, and a company that manufactures and sells reusable sanitary pads, employing 60 people. The library founder notes that the initial $100 investment has paid off tremendously in promoting literacy, raising
The document summarizes Lavinia Gadsden's trip to Uganda and Rwanda from August 9-24, 2010 to visit various community libraries and organizations. It describes several small, grassroots libraries started by local communities throughout Uganda that are part of the Uganda Community Library Association, which has over 80 member libraries. It provides details about several specific libraries visited, the local leaders supporting them, and the programs and resources they offer. It also discusses two other organizations, Ready for Reading and Miracle Corners, that Gadsden visited in Rwanda.
Librarians at Irving ISD schools provide booktalks and recommendations to students in various innovative ways to promote reading. They booktalk to classes weekly, make slide presentations and bookmarks, create book trailers and podcasts, and encourage other staff and students to recommend books. Over 8,500 booktalking sessions were conducted by librarians this year. Booktalks are done both traditionally and using new technologies like QR codes and online reviews. Staff across the district support booktalks through morning announcements and displays of what they and their students are reading.
The document summarizes Lavinia Gadsden's trip to Uganda and Rwanda from August 9-24, 2010 to visit various community libraries and organizations. It describes several Ugandan community libraries started by local communities to provide books and reading materials for children and adults. It also mentions visiting libraries built by other non-profit organizations in Uganda and Rwanda, including the Ready for Reading library in Kigali, Rwanda and the Miracle Corners community center outside Kigali. The trip provided an opportunity to learn about different models of community libraries and organizations working to improve education in rural areas.
The ZODML BookCorner Project's aim is to sustain the interest in reading in local government secondary school students in Nigeria. This presentation talks more about what it is, who is in charge, and the rules.
This document provides information about Mrs. Jackson's 1st grade classroom curriculum night. It introduces Mrs. Jackson and outlines her background and teaching experience. It describes a typical day in the 1st grade classroom, including the daily schedule, classroom subjects, and homework policy. It also provides details about communication methods and lists materials needed for the classroom.
This document provides information about Mrs. Jackson's 1st grade classroom curriculum night. It introduces Mrs. Jackson and outlines her background and teaching experience. It describes a typical day in the 1st grade classroom, including the daily schedule, classroom subjects, and homework policy. It also provides details about communication methods and lists materials needed for the classroom.
This document provides information about Mrs. Jackson's 1st grade classroom curriculum night. It introduces Mrs. Jackson and outlines her background and teaching experience. It describes a typical day in the 1st grade classroom, including the daily schedule, classroom subjects, and homework policy. It also provides an overview of the literacy, math, science, and social studies curricula.
The document provides guidance on how to be a kickass school librarian. It emphasizes that the main role of a school librarian is to make the lives of teachers and students easier by being a resource for finding materials to support teaching and learning. It lists key attributes of an effective librarian as passion, commitment, visibility, enthusiasm, learning, teaching, innovation, connection, and a sense of fun. It also outlines specific ways librarians can support teachers, students, and the overall school community.
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1. BOOKS ABROAD
We help to educate children worldwide by sending free school
books that are carefully chosen to match the needs of each school
More information can be found on our website at
www.booksabroad.net
2. Who are we?
• Books Abroad is a
registered charity,
founded in 1982.
We send parcels of
carefully selected,
donated, books to
educational
establishments
overseas to help
foster literacy and
education. Siyathathuka Pre Primary School
Natal, South Africa
3. Where are we?
• We operate
throughout
Central and
Northern
Scotland from
our base in
Rhynie,
Aberdeenshire
• HQ in Rhynie
4. What do we do
• Each year we
send over
185,000 books
which is
equivalent to 37
tonnes.
• Since we were
founded, over one
million books
have been sent
abroad to schools
and libraries • Kimilili School, Kenya
5. How do we do it?
• Books are donated by Schools, Libraries and other
organisations throughout Scotland.
• All of the work on the unit is carried out by volunteers
Our ‘heap’ of books for sorting
6. Work in progress…….
• Volunteers sort the
books and categorize
them before putting
them onto shelves.
12. A rare experience…a clear
packing area
One of the few times we have a clear space in the unit.
13. This is how do we do it
• The books are
wrapped in clear
polythene to speed
the customs process
• They are then sent
to the schools by
the cheapest means,
often in a container
or part of a
container load to
that country Parcels are often stored outside under canvas
when a container is due because of space
19. “ Go on…a bit more…left a
bit….”
• Parcels have to
be packed
tightly into the
container using
up every
available space.
20. Who do we help? Books Abroad
helps:
1. anyone in need
who asks
2. from any country
in the world
3.regardless of race
or religion.
4.our book parcels
are sent free of
charge by the best
Children in Chisuma School route we can find.
Kenya
22. Reading time in Barbesa Primary
School, Thimpu, Bhutan
“It was your books
that you sent us
created a library in
our school.
Every time a parcel
of new books
arrive, we can see
the excitement in
the children’s
eyes.”
23. “Books are the mirrors of the world
Books are the mirrors of life
They are the biggest treasure
That we could find in our hearts
When you want to see some places
You just have to read some pieces
Of paper-which are called books
Books - the golden knowledge
Which we want to have”
by Elmaz, Bulgaria
24. Why is BA work so important?
• EDUCATION FOR ALL
• Increased education will ultimately help to solve many
of the world’s problems
• With the power to read and write, the children of
developing countries today will have a better
understanding of the issues surrounding them
• Better communication skills will help them to avoid
conflicts and help resolve disputes by negotiation
rather than by force
25. Tilly, and others, are why BA’s
work is important
• “If you give one book
to one child in the
country, you give to
the whole nation.”
Quotation from Kennedy Mandaza,
Tsatse Secondary School, Zimbabwe
Tilly from P & G School
Ghana
26. Building bridges, partnerships
and friendships……
• Books Abroad work is
two fold:
• 1. supplying books to
schools etc.
• 2. building sustainable
relationships for
further liaison and
learning for all
Children enjoying books in concerned
Bulwayo Public Library
27. Partnerships - Tanzed
• Classroom in
Ifakara,
Tanzania to be
made into a
library as a
project by an
organisation
called Tanzed
28. From the old to the new
Transformation complete. This is now a library
being used by children and adults in Ifikara
29. A place to learn so many subjects
Another view of Jongo Community Library
32. Friends and Partners Overseas
• A form is sent to the
Headteacher or
Librarian asking
what books they
need.
• On receipt at Books
Abroad, trained
volunteers check the
warehouse for
suitable matches.
33. Partnerships- Zambia
• Olive one of our
volunteers
visiting Zambia
where she had
the opportunity
to see first hand
where the books
were going to.
Teachers from Manza
Secondary School, Zambia
34. School Liaison
Some pupils from the International School in
Aberdeen who came to help pack the books
they had collected and donated.
38. What do you think this is used for?
• Recycling of old and unsuitable books
39. How you can help:
• By helping practically, being a volunteer, at our Headquarters in
Rhynie by sorting, selecting, listing or packaging books
• Becoming a member of Books Abroad with an annual
subscription of £20
• Supporting our fundraising
• By spreading the word about our work
• By giving a donation of books suitable for primary or secondary
children, for libraries, prisons or community centres
• By giving a donation of money
More information can be found on our website at
www.booksabroad.net
Editor's Notes
Books abroad was founded as LINK in 1982 by Keith Brunskill, a teacher at Banff Academy following a visit in 1972 by Derek Joy, a Missionary from Nigeria, who came to speak to the children about his work, and mentioned the great lack of books in his school in Nigeria, Africa. This prompted Keith to start organising pupils to raise funds and to parcel books for posting to Nigeria and eventually to form the charity. Originally based in the Brander Library, Huntly, the Gordon District Council, now Aberdeenshire Council) gave us the use of the offices in Rhynie in 1991. The name was changed to Books Abroad at that time.
Last year we received over 50 tonnes of books from schools, libraries and the general public. A large area is needed to store these books. When we first moved to Rhynie in 1991 we were given a suite of offices and one small corner in the factory unit. The council used the big unit as an overflow for their filing systems for the different departments in Gordon House. Started with one corner and one set of shelves. Gradually took over a little more and eventually when Gordon District became Aberdeenshire we took over half of the factory unit. At this time we had to start paying rent. In 2002, a Landfill Tax Credit Grant allowed further expansion and Books Abroad took over the whole of the factory unit attached to the office. Pallet shelving installed heating.
Emphasis is placed upon quality, good condition and appropriate content for the institutions involved rather than quantity Books are packed in 8.5 kg parcels which means they are small enough to be carried to even the most remote sites without roads. Great efforts are made to respond to requests and when no appropriate books are available from our second-hand stock, new ones are purchased as funds permit, eg. Grammar, Science, Agriculture, World History, Atlases, Dictionaries and Health books .
See back page of handout for list of books which we can use and also ones which we don’t want
Volunteers build up an understanding of which books are suitable for the specific ages and academic needs. Some of the volunteers who do the selecting of the books are ex-teachers or librarians but this is not essential. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and they bring their own skills to our charity.
See back page of handout for list of books which we can use and also ones which we don’t want
It works because of the very loyal band of volunteers who come in when they can and help to sort select list and pack the books prior to sending overseas. All the hard work is done by them
See back page of handout for list of books which we can use and also ones which we don’t want
It works because of the very loyal band of volunteers who come in when they can and help to sort select list and pack the books prior to sending overseas. All the hard work is done by them
Pallets laid out in order they need to go into the container
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This was our first experience of filling the container with pallets of books rather than single boxes. More recently, with the increase of partnerships abroad, we have been able to send large quantities of books via 20’ containers to Resource Centres. When appropriate we send smaller book parcels via these containers to reliable contact for onward distribution to schools. The target is to send at least 6 parcels to each institution biennially.
More recently, with the increase of partnerships abroad, we have been able to send large quantities of books via 20’ containers to Resource Centres. When appropriate we send smaller book parcels via these containers to reliable contact for onward distribution to schools. The target is to send at least 6 parcels to each institution biennially and two containers per year. It is the cheapest and most cost effective way to send our books. We can only do this when we have a reliable contact within the country who is willing to help with customs and take delivery of the whole consignment and store the books until schools can either collect them or they can be delivered .
. Some volunteers who lent a hand
. A cold day in January this year saw our latest container being filled and on its way to South Africa and Lesotho
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. Some volunteers who lent a hand
One container can normally hold approx 13 tonnes.
For the past three years we have invited the Librarian, Robin Doust, Bulawayo Public Library, in Zimbabwe to come to Rhynie to select his own specific books for the library. Whenever we can we do this as that way we know for certainty that the books we are sending
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For the past three years we have invited the Librarian, Robin Doust, Bulawayo Public Library, in Zimbabwe to come to Rhynie to select his own specific books for the library. Whenever we can we do this as that way we know for certainty that the books we are sending are exactly what is required
A year ago we had a visit from two young graduates who were going to spend a year in Tanzania working to build a library for Ifakara. This is the classroom they were given to use for a library.
Jeremy Thornton, Mat Morley and friends transformed the classroom to make this library
he plant pots are reference are being used as references. eg, the pot is the, science aTnd the petals are different parts ie, chemistry, physics etc
The children are saying ‘Thank You Books Abroad’
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. Some volunteers who lent a hand
. Some volunteers who lent a hand
Volunteers: volunteers are welcome to help with sorting, selecting and packing the books. Volunteers come along when they can. Some come the same day each week and some just come along as and when they can. Any combination of hours or days can be accommodated. Membership: You can join Books Abroad by paying an annual fee of £5 or if you like a good deal you can join for 5 years and pay £20 getting one year free. Or there is an option of a Life Membership which is a one off fee of £50. Fundraising: Funds come from many sources and we are always looking for new ideas. In the past we have held coffee mornings, done teas at Garden Open Days. Had a Christmas singalong. Have books sales. Next year we plan to have a Pub Quiz. Donations of books always welcome. We do ask that the books are in good condition donations of money allows us to continue our work.