Tag Archives: teens

What is Connected Learning?

Posted on November 13, 2013 by KelliB

What is Connected Learning | Connected Learning. I was fortunate enough to attend a CAYAS training (CAYAS is WA state’s youth services special interest group) on “Connected Training on Nov 1st. Although Connected Learning is applicable to all ages, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Learning, Information Science | Tagged CAYAS, learning methods, library services, teens | Leave a comment

“Winger”, a funny (and at times heartbreaking) novel from a 14-year-old guy’s POV and “Strands of Bronze and Gold” – a retelling of Bluebeard. Don’t miss either one!

Posted on July 17, 2013 by KelliB

I’ve not finished either book, but I’m so enthralled by both of these novels that I didn’t want to wait to share. Although they’re nothing alike, they’re both making me lose sleep because I want to keep reading, and so … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Review, Fiction | Tagged bluebeard, fairytale, Mississippi, reform school, rugby, teenage boys, teenage girls, teens | Leave a comment

Engaging novel about a teen standing trial for murder

Posted on June 29, 2013 by KelliB

Crush. Candy. Corpse. by Sylvia McNicoll; published 9/1/12; ISBN 9781459400627. In Crush. Candy. Corpse., high school senior Sunny is just trying to find a volunteer opportunity to meet graduation requirements. When she’s not allowed to count volunteering at a hair salon … Continue reading →

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Rick Yancey’s “5th Wave” – If you pick it up, you’ll not want to put it down

Posted on June 26, 2013 by KelliB

5th Wave by Rick Yancey; Pub date May 7, 2013; 978-0399162411. I was glad to see that the suggested age group listed in the Product Details section for Rick Yancey’s 5th Wave was “12 and up”, because I imagine there will be scads of adults who’ll love … Continue reading →