Lock Down II

We are having another Library Lock Down on Monday, August 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. This is an event for students in Middle School (going into grades 6, 7, and 8) We do require pre-registration. We must have a minimum of 25 in order for the program to happen.

At our first Lock Down, we had a great time. Don't miss out on the fun.

To register, call the Youth Services Room. 883-4723 ext. 6277

Have questions about your Book Trailer?

Have you made your book trailer? Are you having some problems with it or do you have questions? To help answer any questions or further motivate those who are nervous about putting one together, Cathy Potter will return to host another Book Trailer workshop on Tuesday, August 14 at 5:30 to 7 PM. Registration is required.

This is a hands-on workshop, so we do ask that participants bring a computer or mobile devise that allows them put a trailer together.

Please, call the Youth Services Department if you have any questions. 883-4723 ext. 6277
Email Mrs. C. at mrsc(at)scarborough(dot)lib(dot)me(dot)us

WHAT’S A BOOK TRAILER?

Last night, Wednesday, July 18, 2012, the Library hosted a workshop for teens on How to Make a Book Trailer, led by Cathy Potter, school librarian at the Falmouth (Maine) Elementary School. Cathy had plenty of great examples and offered some very useful handouts to help those interested in learning how to make their own book trailer. Fast becoming a cool way to promote a book, it opens a lot of creative possibilities that combines the use of technology with a love of reading.

 Things to consider when putting it all together:

1. Cover of the book
2. Title of the book
3.  Will you use photos, images, videos or live actors to represent the story
4.  What is the problem in the story
5.  List the main character(s)
6.  In one or two sentences, describe what is happening in the story.
7.  What would you use as transitions or special effects?
8.  Find music that fits the mood of the book
9.  Pacing of the slides and music.
10. Can you put all these parts together in under 2 mins?

If at any time you have questions and you have a portable device, bring it in and I can answer your questions. Remember our contest. Make your book trailers and turn them in (bring them in on a flash drive) to Mrs. C. by August 18. The person who wins will receive a Flip Camera!

Here is a link to Cathy Potter’s site.

A follow up session is planned for August. More details to follow.
To view Mrs. C's book trailer (I made it after the workshop) click here.

Sports stories

As I write this, school has been out for two weeks and I’m wondering how many of you have started reading your required books for school. The Scarborough Public Library does own at least one copy of each book on the list, but remember you can also request any title through our Minerva system. Call or stop in and ask for more information on how to request books online.

If you are having difficulties deciding which books to select, let me make a few suggestions. This week I’ll highlight a few of the titles listed under Sports

The Girl who Threw Butterflies by Mick Cochrane
After her father’s death, eighth grader Molly decides to join the baseball team. The boys’ baseball team! She’s hoping that her talent for throwing a knuckleball will be enough to impress her teammates, especially Lonnie.

Dairy Queen by Catherine Gilbert Murdock
After spending her summer running the family farm and training the quarterback for her school's rival football team, sixteen-year-old D.J. decides to go out for the sport herself, not anticipating the reactions of those around her.
(click here to watch the book trailer and earn add it to your summer reading log)

Mike Lupica has penned a series of books in The ComeBack Kids series.  Hot Hand tells the story of ten-year-old Billy who, in the wake of his parents' separation, seems to have conflicts with his father, his basketball coach, while his quiet, younger brother Ben, a piano prodigy, is having even more trouble adjusting, and only Billy seems to notice.

In Gold Dust by Chris Lynch, twelve-year-old Richard befriends Napoleon, a Caribbean newcomer to his Catholic school, hoping that Napoleon will learn to love baseball and the Red Sox, and will win acceptance in the racially polarized Boston school. A sure fire hit for Red Sox fans.

If you favor nonfiction for summer reading, In These Girls, Hope is a Muscle by Madeleine Blais is an intimate look into the minds and hearts of one group of girls and their quest for success.








We do have other sports titles written by these same authors that would qualify for your summer reading assignment. Stop in or email me to a list of titles.

SUMMER READING

On the Teen section of our web page you can download a copy of the Middle School Summer Reading List! No matter where you travel this summer, you can download a copy. Don't wait until the last minute to stop in and select your titles. Even though we have made ever effort to have every title on the list, both in print and audio book format, if you wait until the last minute you might not find them on the shelves.

And, while you are reading those two required titles, why not join our summer reading program where you can earn a free book just for doing your homework! Stop in to find out more.

See you this summer!

TEEN LOCK DOWN IS FULL!

We have 47 teens signed up for our Lock Down event. Great! Only those who pre-registered may attend. It is definitely going to be a lively time at the Library. Don't feel blue if you are not attending, we plan on offering it again real soon.

Keep a look out for announcements on some great programs for teens. We will list them on this blog and on our web site.

May 27 Early Release Day Party cancelled

Please pass the word that the Library WILL NOT host an Party for Early Release Day on May 27. Unfortunately, the meeting room is in use.

Try the Library Lock Down on June 8 for a night of lots of fun!