SlideShare a Scribd company logo
BreakingNews QR Codes are  so easy… well, you’ll see.
John Ross is visiting the library  ona Saturday afternoon.
John Ross
“Let’s check out this month’s newsletter.”
“Hey, there’s a program for kids called  ‘Hola Amigos’ happening tomorrow. That sounds like a lot of fun!  It says I can scan this barcode with  my smartphone to register.  Let’s try it!”
Scanning…
“Alright, I’m all registered!  I can’t wait to go to ‘Hola Amigos’ tomorrow!”
The next day, John Ross went back to the library for ‘Hola Amigos.’ When John Ross registered, he had expected to learn some cool Spanish words and maybe  meet some new friends.  He was definitely not prepared for what  he saw when he arrived…
Her name was Sophia and she was the most beautiful girl John Ross had ever seen!
“Ahem!” said Ms. Ing “It looks like we have a nuevo amigo!  Why don’t you come out of the doorway and sit next to Sophia for ‘Hola Amigos’?”
John Ross tried to concentrate on what Ms. Ing was saying but all he could think about was how to strike up a conversation with Sophia.
“Ok, everyone, let’s grab a partner  and practice our Spanish!”  Ms. Ing shouted.
This was John Ross’ chance! He couldn’t  speak a word of Spanish but he  would partner with Sophia!
“Me llamo Sophia! ¿Como se llama?”  Sophia said.
“Uhhhhhhhhhhhh,”  stammered John Ross.  It was all that he could get out!
“You’re quiet, aren’t you?”  asked Sophia.
“No! I just don’t know any Spanish, yet!”  John Ross explained.
Ms. Ing interrupted,  “You two were talking so much you must be fluent in Spanish! It’s time to say ‘¡Hasta luego! Until next time!’ ”
John Ross waved bye-bye to Sophia and Ms. Ing and decided that he would come back tomorrow and find an audiobook that would help him learn Spanish!  He was going to impress Sophia so much! “What an interesting day!” he thought.
The next day, John Ross headed to the library. He had a lot of research to do!
When he got there, he asked the clerk where he could find the audiobooks. “Up, over, and around that way!” the clerk said. John Ross took off…
“I think this is the section!”
“Here are the language audiobooks.  Wait, there’s another one of those codes!  Let’s scan it!”
Scanning…
John Ross downloaded the Mango Languages App from the App Store.
“Wow!  I can use this database right from  my smartphone. How convenient!  I am always looking for ways to  fit things into my busy schedule.”
John Ross took a seat and started into the first lesson.
“Hmmmmm, paella. That sounds interesting.  I bet the kids at ‘Hola Amigos’ would love  it if I brought in some of that!  I hope Sophia will like it!”
 “I am going to see if I can find a recipe for this in one of the library’s magazines.”
“Well, what do you know?  Another code, and this one looks like it’s  for a recipe app that I can use on my iPad!! I’m going to scan it so I can cook paella  for ‘Hola Amigos’ at home!”
Scanning…
“Ok, time to head home and try out this app!”
When John Ross got home, he opened the app and searched for a paella recipe. “Here’s one that looks really yummy!”
e I am cookin’ e e I am cookin’ e e I am cookin’ e e Hey Hey HeyHey!  e
“What? You don’t sing when you’re cooking?”
John Ross finished up the paella and  placed it in the fridge.
The next day, John Ross started thinking: “So, I’m learning Spanish, I’ve made  an authentic Spanish dish. I feel like there’s something I’m missing.”
“I don’t really know anything about Spanish culture.  I bet the library has plenty of materials that  can help me learn about that!”
“I’m going to call the Reference Desk! I remember seeing a code on the front of the newsletter that will help me call them!”
Scanning…
“Reference Desk. This is Madonna speaking.  How may I help you?”
“Hi, I am looking for some library materials to help me learn more about Spanish culture.  Could you help me with that?”
“Sure I can! Would you like books, DVDs, Music CDs?”
“A DVD would be great!  You can put it on hold for me, JOHN ROSS.”
“Will do! I will put it on the shelf right now.”
“Thank you so very much!  Er, I mean MuchasGracías!”
“¡De nada!”
The next day, John Ross headed to the library.  He had a DVD to pick up!
When he got there, he asked the clerk where he could find the holdshelf. “Up, over, and around that way!” the clerk said. John Ross took off…
“Here is my DVD!”
“Hmmm, what’s this on the back of it?”
“Another code! Let’s scan it!”
Scanning…
“Wow! It’s a YouTube video that will teach me  how to do the Cha Cha! I can’t wait to go home and watch this DVD and learn how to Cha Cha!”
John Ross went home. He watched that DVD. He watched that YouTube Video.
“I am sooooo ready for ‘Hola Amigos’ this weekend!” he thought.
That Sunday couldn’t come soon enough. John Ross grabbed his paella and practically ran to the library. “Be careful John Ross!”
“¡Hola Amigos! ¡Traigo un regalodelicioso!” “Hello Friends! I brought a delicious treat!”
“Wow! This paella is muydeliciosa!”  exclaimed Sophia. “I thought paella was supposed to have only seafood in it but this has sausage and chicken too,”  Sophia wondered aloud.
“Actually, traditional Valencian Paella,  or paella valenciana has meat  and sometimes seafood.  I think you’re thinking of seafood paella or paella de mariscos,”  John Ross explained.
“John Ross! I had no idea you knew so much about Spanish culture! Where did you learn it all?” Sophia asked, astounded.
“At the library!”  John Ross said, matter-of-factly. John Ross didn’t tell Sophia how easy it really was.  All he had to do was scan the codes  that the library had posted.
“Hey Sophia, you want to know what else I learned?” “Yeah! What else did you learn, John Ross?” “¡Como bailar la cha cha!  How to dance the cha cha!! Want to dance with me?”  John Ross asked.
“Sure, but I don’t know it so you’ll have to lead!” Sophia said.
“Ok, follow my lead!”  John Ross said reaching out for Sophia’s hand. “¡Vamos a bailar!” Boom!!!
Lessons Learned 1. Sometimes you need more than a YouTube video to learn how to dance! 2. Your library can provide your smartphone-using patrons with on-the-go access to a variety of different mobile resources.  It’s augmented reality!
Many Thanks to Our  Cast of Characters  (in order of appearance) ,[object Object]

More Related Content

Similar to QR Codes, so easy a Baby can use them

Poppy’s school holidays with rishaan
Poppy’s school holidays with rishaanPoppy’s school holidays with rishaan
Poppy’s school holidays with rishaan
MrCarr
 
Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover
Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover
Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover
KahukuLibrary
 
Alejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºa
Alejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºaAlejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºa
Alejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºa
juanmonteroingles
 
Favourite things Language Show.pptx
Favourite things Language Show.pptxFavourite things Language Show.pptx
Favourite things Language Show.pptx
Lisa Stevens
 
A Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many Teenagers
A Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many TeenagersA Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many Teenagers
A Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many Teenagerspurplebunnysarah
 
Maria F Power Point Third Term Homework
Maria F Power Point Third Term HomeworkMaria F Power Point Third Term Homework
Maria F Power Point Third Term Homework
Englishlesroquetes
 
final.pptx
final.pptxfinal.pptx
Forever flowing 3.2
Forever flowing 3.2Forever flowing 3.2
Forever flowing 3.2Geminiasp
 
Direct and indirect
Direct and indirectDirect and indirect
Direct and indirect
Charisse Marie Verallo
 
New School Experience
New School ExperienceNew School Experience
New School Experience
Patty Buckley
 
Saving Rose Green
Saving Rose GreenSaving Rose Green
Saving Rose Green
Richard Shekari
 
Simple Past Tense Be
Simple Past Tense BeSimple Past Tense Be
A few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptx
A few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptxA few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptx
A few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptx
Lisa Stevens
 
Joel Power Point Third Term Homework
Joel Power Point Third Term HomeworkJoel Power Point Third Term Homework
Joel Power Point Third Term Homework
Englishlesroquetes
 
Man in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptx
Man in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptxMan in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptx
Man in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptx
alexandranalapo
 
From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1
From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1
From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1
SuperFrog4
 
Essay Childhood Memories
Essay Childhood MemoriesEssay Childhood Memories
Essay Childhood Memories
College Paper Writing Service Reviews
 
COMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQI
COMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQICOMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQI
COMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQI
Erica Dacas
 
The beauty-queen
The beauty-queenThe beauty-queen
The beauty-queen
Tata Serantes
 

Similar to QR Codes, so easy a Baby can use them (20)

Poppy’s school holidays with rishaan
Poppy’s school holidays with rishaanPoppy’s school holidays with rishaan
Poppy’s school holidays with rishaan
 
Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover
Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover
Kahuku Library Teddy Bear Sleepover
 
Alejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºa
Alejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºaAlejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºa
Alejandra – powerpoint – 14 – 6ºa
 
Favourite things Language Show.pptx
Favourite things Language Show.pptxFavourite things Language Show.pptx
Favourite things Language Show.pptx
 
A Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many Teenagers
A Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many TeenagersA Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many Teenagers
A Piratical Legacy Chapter 37 - Far Too Many Teenagers
 
Maria F Power Point Third Term Homework
Maria F Power Point Third Term HomeworkMaria F Power Point Third Term Homework
Maria F Power Point Third Term Homework
 
final.pptx
final.pptxfinal.pptx
final.pptx
 
Forever flowing 3.2
Forever flowing 3.2Forever flowing 3.2
Forever flowing 3.2
 
Direct and indirect
Direct and indirectDirect and indirect
Direct and indirect
 
New School Experience
New School ExperienceNew School Experience
New School Experience
 
Saving Rose Green
Saving Rose GreenSaving Rose Green
Saving Rose Green
 
Simple Past Tense Be
Simple Past Tense BeSimple Past Tense Be
Simple Past Tense Be
 
A few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptx
A few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptxA few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptx
A few of our favourite things - Talleres.pptx
 
Joel Power Point Third Term Homework
Joel Power Point Third Term HomeworkJoel Power Point Third Term Homework
Joel Power Point Third Term Homework
 
Man in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptx
Man in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptxMan in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptx
Man in Dapitan-LAPTOP-30CV0T0Q.pptx
 
From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1
From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1
From the Hart: An OWBC - 2.1
 
Essay Childhood Memories
Essay Childhood MemoriesEssay Childhood Memories
Essay Childhood Memories
 
COMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQI
COMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQICOMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQI
COMMUNICATION STUDIES iA ON LGBTQI
 
Blog
BlogBlog
Blog
 
The beauty-queen
The beauty-queenThe beauty-queen
The beauty-queen
 

Recently uploaded

Panchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdf
Panchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdfPanchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdf
Panchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdf
Suleman Rana
 
Treasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles online
Treasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles onlineTreasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles online
Treasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles online
Hidden Treasure Hunts
 
I Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledge
I Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledgeI Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledge
I Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledge
Sabrina Ricci
 
Meet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog Eternal
Meet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog EternalMeet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog Eternal
Meet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog Eternal
Blog Eternal
 
Christina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptx
Christina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptxChristina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptx
Christina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptx
madeline604788
 
Young Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to Stardom
Young Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to StardomYoung Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to Stardom
Young Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to Stardom
greendigital
 
Tom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive Analysis
Tom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive AnalysisTom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive Analysis
Tom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive Analysis
greendigital
 
Hollywood Actress - The 250 hottest gallery
Hollywood Actress - The 250 hottest galleryHollywood Actress - The 250 hottest gallery
Hollywood Actress - The 250 hottest gallery
Zsolt Nemeth
 
Meet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and Love
Meet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and LoveMeet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and Love
Meet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and Love
get joys
 
Maximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdf
Maximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdfMaximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdf
Maximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdf
Xtreame HDTV
 
Skeem Saam in June 2024 available on Forum
Skeem Saam in June 2024 available on ForumSkeem Saam in June 2024 available on Forum
Skeem Saam in June 2024 available on Forum
Isaac More
 
Reimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a Success
Reimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a SuccessReimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a Success
Reimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a Success
Mark Murphy Director
 
Create a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdf
Create a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdfCreate a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdf
Create a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdf
Genny Knight
 
A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024
A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024
A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024
Indira Srivatsa
 
240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf
240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf
240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf
Madhura TBRC
 
Scandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.za
Scandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.zaScandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.za
Scandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.za
Isaac More
 
This Is The First All Category Quiz That I Made
This Is The First All Category Quiz That I MadeThis Is The First All Category Quiz That I Made
This Is The First All Category Quiz That I Made
Aarush Ghate
 
The Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy Director
The Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy DirectorThe Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy Director
The Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy Director
Mark Murphy Director
 
From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...
From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...
From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...
Rodney Thomas Jr
 

Recently uploaded (19)

Panchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdf
Panchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdfPanchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdf
Panchayat Season 3 - Official Trailer.pdf
 
Treasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles online
Treasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles onlineTreasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles online
Treasure Hunt Puzzles, Treasure Hunt Puzzles online
 
I Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledge
I Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledgeI Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledge
I Know Dino Trivia: Part 3. Test your dino knowledge
 
Meet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog Eternal
Meet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog EternalMeet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog Eternal
Meet Crazyjamjam - A TikTok Sensation | Blog Eternal
 
Christina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptx
Christina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptxChristina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptx
Christina's Baby Shower Game June 2024.pptx
 
Young Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to Stardom
Young Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to StardomYoung Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to Stardom
Young Tom Selleck: A Journey Through His Early Years and Rise to Stardom
 
Tom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive Analysis
Tom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive AnalysisTom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive Analysis
Tom Selleck Net Worth: A Comprehensive Analysis
 
Hollywood Actress - The 250 hottest gallery
Hollywood Actress - The 250 hottest galleryHollywood Actress - The 250 hottest gallery
Hollywood Actress - The 250 hottest gallery
 
Meet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and Love
Meet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and LoveMeet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and Love
Meet Dinah Mattingly – Larry Bird’s Partner in Life and Love
 
Maximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdf
Maximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdfMaximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdf
Maximizing Your Streaming Experience with XCIPTV- Tips for 2024.pdf
 
Skeem Saam in June 2024 available on Forum
Skeem Saam in June 2024 available on ForumSkeem Saam in June 2024 available on Forum
Skeem Saam in June 2024 available on Forum
 
Reimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a Success
Reimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a SuccessReimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a Success
Reimagining Classics - What Makes a Remake a Success
 
Create a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdf
Create a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdfCreate a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdf
Create a Seamless Viewing Experience with Your Own Custom OTT Player.pdf
 
A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024
A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024
A TO Z INDIA Monthly Magazine - JUNE 2024
 
240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf
240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf
240529_Teleprotection Global Market Report 2024.pdf
 
Scandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.za
Scandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.zaScandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.za
Scandal! Teasers June 2024 on etv Forum.co.za
 
This Is The First All Category Quiz That I Made
This Is The First All Category Quiz That I MadeThis Is The First All Category Quiz That I Made
This Is The First All Category Quiz That I Made
 
The Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy Director
The Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy DirectorThe Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy Director
The Evolution of Animation in Film - Mark Murphy Director
 
From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...
From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...
From Slave to Scourge: The Existential Choice of Django Unchained. The Philos...
 

QR Codes, so easy a Baby can use them

  • 1. BreakingNews QR Codes are so easy… well, you’ll see.
  • 2. John Ross is visiting the library ona Saturday afternoon.
  • 4. “Let’s check out this month’s newsletter.”
  • 5.
  • 6. “Hey, there’s a program for kids called ‘Hola Amigos’ happening tomorrow. That sounds like a lot of fun! It says I can scan this barcode with my smartphone to register. Let’s try it!”
  • 7.
  • 9.
  • 10. “Alright, I’m all registered! I can’t wait to go to ‘Hola Amigos’ tomorrow!”
  • 11. The next day, John Ross went back to the library for ‘Hola Amigos.’ When John Ross registered, he had expected to learn some cool Spanish words and maybe meet some new friends. He was definitely not prepared for what he saw when he arrived…
  • 12.
  • 13. Her name was Sophia and she was the most beautiful girl John Ross had ever seen!
  • 14.
  • 15. “Ahem!” said Ms. Ing “It looks like we have a nuevo amigo! Why don’t you come out of the doorway and sit next to Sophia for ‘Hola Amigos’?”
  • 16.
  • 17.
  • 18. John Ross tried to concentrate on what Ms. Ing was saying but all he could think about was how to strike up a conversation with Sophia.
  • 19. “Ok, everyone, let’s grab a partner and practice our Spanish!” Ms. Ing shouted.
  • 20. This was John Ross’ chance! He couldn’t speak a word of Spanish but he would partner with Sophia!
  • 21.
  • 22. “Me llamo Sophia! ¿Como se llama?” Sophia said.
  • 23. “Uhhhhhhhhhhhh,” stammered John Ross. It was all that he could get out!
  • 24. “You’re quiet, aren’t you?” asked Sophia.
  • 25. “No! I just don’t know any Spanish, yet!” John Ross explained.
  • 26. Ms. Ing interrupted, “You two were talking so much you must be fluent in Spanish! It’s time to say ‘¡Hasta luego! Until next time!’ ”
  • 27.
  • 28. John Ross waved bye-bye to Sophia and Ms. Ing and decided that he would come back tomorrow and find an audiobook that would help him learn Spanish! He was going to impress Sophia so much! “What an interesting day!” he thought.
  • 29. The next day, John Ross headed to the library. He had a lot of research to do!
  • 30. When he got there, he asked the clerk where he could find the audiobooks. “Up, over, and around that way!” the clerk said. John Ross took off…
  • 31.
  • 32.
  • 33.
  • 34.
  • 35.
  • 36.
  • 37. “I think this is the section!”
  • 38.
  • 39. “Here are the language audiobooks. Wait, there’s another one of those codes! Let’s scan it!”
  • 41. John Ross downloaded the Mango Languages App from the App Store.
  • 42.
  • 43. “Wow! I can use this database right from my smartphone. How convenient! I am always looking for ways to fit things into my busy schedule.”
  • 44. John Ross took a seat and started into the first lesson.
  • 45.
  • 46. “Hmmmmm, paella. That sounds interesting. I bet the kids at ‘Hola Amigos’ would love it if I brought in some of that! I hope Sophia will like it!”
  • 47. “I am going to see if I can find a recipe for this in one of the library’s magazines.”
  • 48.
  • 49. “Well, what do you know? Another code, and this one looks like it’s for a recipe app that I can use on my iPad!! I’m going to scan it so I can cook paella for ‘Hola Amigos’ at home!”
  • 51. “Ok, time to head home and try out this app!”
  • 52. When John Ross got home, he opened the app and searched for a paella recipe. “Here’s one that looks really yummy!”
  • 53.
  • 54.
  • 55. e I am cookin’ e e I am cookin’ e e I am cookin’ e e Hey Hey HeyHey! e
  • 56.
  • 57. “What? You don’t sing when you’re cooking?”
  • 58. John Ross finished up the paella and placed it in the fridge.
  • 59. The next day, John Ross started thinking: “So, I’m learning Spanish, I’ve made an authentic Spanish dish. I feel like there’s something I’m missing.”
  • 60. “I don’t really know anything about Spanish culture. I bet the library has plenty of materials that can help me learn about that!”
  • 61. “I’m going to call the Reference Desk! I remember seeing a code on the front of the newsletter that will help me call them!”
  • 62.
  • 64.
  • 65. “Reference Desk. This is Madonna speaking. How may I help you?”
  • 66. “Hi, I am looking for some library materials to help me learn more about Spanish culture. Could you help me with that?”
  • 67. “Sure I can! Would you like books, DVDs, Music CDs?”
  • 68. “A DVD would be great! You can put it on hold for me, JOHN ROSS.”
  • 69. “Will do! I will put it on the shelf right now.”
  • 70. “Thank you so very much! Er, I mean MuchasGracías!”
  • 72.
  • 73.
  • 74. The next day, John Ross headed to the library. He had a DVD to pick up!
  • 75. When he got there, he asked the clerk where he could find the holdshelf. “Up, over, and around that way!” the clerk said. John Ross took off…
  • 76.
  • 77.
  • 78.
  • 79.
  • 80.
  • 81.
  • 82. “Here is my DVD!”
  • 83.
  • 84.
  • 85. “Hmmm, what’s this on the back of it?”
  • 86.
  • 89.
  • 90. “Wow! It’s a YouTube video that will teach me how to do the Cha Cha! I can’t wait to go home and watch this DVD and learn how to Cha Cha!”
  • 91. John Ross went home. He watched that DVD. He watched that YouTube Video.
  • 92. “I am sooooo ready for ‘Hola Amigos’ this weekend!” he thought.
  • 93. That Sunday couldn’t come soon enough. John Ross grabbed his paella and practically ran to the library. “Be careful John Ross!”
  • 94. “¡Hola Amigos! ¡Traigo un regalodelicioso!” “Hello Friends! I brought a delicious treat!”
  • 95.
  • 96.
  • 97.
  • 98. “Wow! This paella is muydeliciosa!” exclaimed Sophia. “I thought paella was supposed to have only seafood in it but this has sausage and chicken too,” Sophia wondered aloud.
  • 99. “Actually, traditional Valencian Paella, or paella valenciana has meat and sometimes seafood. I think you’re thinking of seafood paella or paella de mariscos,” John Ross explained.
  • 100. “John Ross! I had no idea you knew so much about Spanish culture! Where did you learn it all?” Sophia asked, astounded.
  • 101. “At the library!” John Ross said, matter-of-factly. John Ross didn’t tell Sophia how easy it really was. All he had to do was scan the codes that the library had posted.
  • 102. “Hey Sophia, you want to know what else I learned?” “Yeah! What else did you learn, John Ross?” “¡Como bailar la cha cha! How to dance the cha cha!! Want to dance with me?” John Ross asked.
  • 103. “Sure, but I don’t know it so you’ll have to lead!” Sophia said.
  • 104. “Ok, follow my lead!” John Ross said reaching out for Sophia’s hand. “¡Vamos a bailar!” Boom!!!
  • 105.
  • 106. Lessons Learned 1. Sometimes you need more than a YouTube video to learn how to dance! 2. Your library can provide your smartphone-using patrons with on-the-go access to a variety of different mobile resources. It’s augmented reality!
  • 107.

Editor's Notes

  1. Ingrid reads Madonna’s lines.