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| By Carol Brennan | Gale In Context: Biography is a phenomenal resource for conducting research on scientific trailblazers, mechanical geniuses, and a not-insignificant number of tenacious women. There’s a deep trove of information on all the familiar names, like Nikola Tesla (1856–1943), John Deere (1804–1886), and Marie Curie (1867–1934). This month, we’d like to … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Banning books may seem outdated, but many educational authorities and politicians continue to challenge what public and school librarians can add to bookshelves. In 2022, the American Library Association (ALA) Office of Intellectual Freedom shared that formal opposition to “unique” titles doubled from the previous year. Many of those books … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Public libraries are the heart of our communities. They share vital information, inspire lifelong learning, provide access to social resources, and invite anyone through their doors. However, not everyone can use these assets in the same way, particularly individuals with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. For some people, reading and … Read more
| By Gale Staff | April hosts Earth Day and Arbor Day, and June boasts World Oceans Day and World Environment Day. While these holidays lend themselves well to sunny springtime observations, the crucial lessons they inspire could get forgotten over summer break. Why not reinvigorate environmental awareness with a sustainability celebration in the fall … Read more
| By Kathryn Kennedy | It’s almost time to head back to school. How did that happen?! Where did the time go?! I know we ask that question every year, but seriously, summer sometimes feels like an epic time warp! Am I right?! Nevertheless, I hope you thoroughly enjoyed the summer not only with your … Read more
| By J. Robert Parks | The Meiji Restoration, one of the pivotal periods in Japanese history, began in 1868 with the overthrow of the Tokugawa shogunate and the re-establishment of imperial rule. The new emperor, Mutsuhito, was only 16 years old when he came to power, so he initially ruled in conjunction with advisors … Read more
| By Thorndike Press Staff | Every month, LibraryReads shares the top ten books that librarians across the country love; the monthly Indie Next List compiles recommendations from knowledgeable U.S. independent booksellers. Many New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestsellers and bestselling authors are also releasing in large print this month. Thorndike Press is happy to share that the following titles … Read more
| By Gale Staff | The end of the summer season promises a chance for a fresh start but also signifies the preparation and hard work a successful school year demands. Parents navigate back-to-school shopping lists while eager students choose their first-day-of-school outfits. Administrators onboard new team members while staff clean and organize classrooms for … Read more
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| By Chilton Staff | For many people, a vehicle is essential; it enables them to get to work or school as well as to fun activities. But vehicle shortages have led to rising prices for both new and used vehicles. What’s causing the price rise? There are a number of factors. Initially, shortages of … Read more