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Tuesday, August 3, is Primary Election Day
Make sure you're prepared when you go to the polls on Tuesday, August 3.
These web sites will help you review who's running, what they stand for, and view a sample ballot.
Michigan Dept. of State - Voter Information Center
BOOKS FOR BOYS
Every summer it seems we get many requests from parents asking us to help their school-age sons find something to read. Many times these boys are reluctant readers. Connecting a child with a book he is eager to read is one of our greatest pleasures!
Did you know there are also great websites that have book suggestions for boys, tips for getting boys to read, and more?
Guys Read, a web-based literacy program for boys is a great place to start. It was begun by author (and Flint, MI native) Jon Scieszka, named in 2008 as the first National Ambassador for Young People's Literature.
Boy Meets Book is also an excellent website for finding books boys will like and tips for parents of boys. This website was created by Michael Sullivan - teacher, librarian, chess instructor, author, storyteller, and expert on boys and reading.
One of my favorite websites for reading about children's books is KidsReads.com. Besides the Great Books for Boys list, other features include lists of new books, series books, and books into movies as well as trivia, author interviews, contests and more.
For other reading lists for boys, try BoysRead.org and Parents Choice Book List for Boys.
Kick-Start Your Dream
Kickstarter is a new way to get funding from interested people around the world. According to the website many endeavors can be funded, from film making to seed bombing businesses.
The premise is that you determine how much money you need and if people fully fund your project you will receive the money. It’s all or nothing; if you can’t raise the chosen amount in the allotted time you aren’t able to get any of the money. The reasoning behind this is that it would be hard to follow through with a plan without the full amount needed and it also lets people test their ideas without risk.
Miss Domino(magazine)? Try Lonny!
Domino ceasing publication was a sad day for many shelter magazine lovers everywhere. Sure, we can still look at the book and there are plenty of great home design magazines and blogs out there but something was missing... until now. Enter Michelle Adams. A former Domino employee, fabric designer, and Michigan State University graduate, Adams is Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the online magazine Lonny.
Lonny's fifth issue is now online. I suggest you take some time to explore it and the other four issues. While not available in print, Lonny provides readers with the cool option of direct links to the stores and merchandise it features.
What's Next : a "best" site for series readers.
What's the 5th book in the Alex Cross series by James Patterson? The author's first name is Marilyn and she writes a mystery series--who could she be? Has James Lee Burke written more than the Dave Robicheaux series?
The What's Next Books in Series database (compiled by the Kent District Library) is one of our favorite sites for answering questions about all things related to book series. It's bound to become a favorite of yours, too.
AP Test Practice Available Free Through our Web Site!
AP tests are coming up and the library has a FREE way for you to take AP practice exams online. Here is how you do it:
Go to our web site at elpl.org Click on "Research" in the green band under our library name. Then click on "Alphabetical List of All Databases" Scroll down to "Learn a Test" Choose East Lansing Public Library in the drop-down menu. Then enter your name and library barcode number. You will have to register as a new user, and the you will have your own free, private account.
On the left hand side of the page, under Learning Centers, click on "College Preparation". Then you will see a selection of tests - the Advanced Placement Tests are the second one listed.
Questions? Call the Reference Desk at 351-2420 ext. 3
Good luck on your tests!
Librarian's Links
Librarian's Recommended Pages
This page contains a long A - Z list of useful websites for everything from Automotive appraisal, to English as a second language, and even information about health and medicine. The page can also be accessed from our site under Research => Librarian's Recommended Pages, or by searching the site for "Librarian's links." To get started click here or on the globe to the left.
Tax Forms and Information - Tax Year 2009
Tax Forms & Information - Tax Year 2009
Be Counted in 2010
2010 is almost upon us, and you know what that means? Time to be counted! The U.S. Census is taken every 10 years and helps determine the following:
- Locations for schools, roads, hospitals, child-care and senior citizen centers, and more.
- Locations for supermarkets, shopping centers, new housing and other facilities.
- How many seats each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the boundaries of legislative districts.
Safety First With Computers
Every month should be National Cyber Security Awareness Month ... not just October. Check out these sites for timely information on how to use your computer and go online safely.
National Cyber Security Alliance
Federal Trade Commission
Homeland Security
Remote access to Morningstar.com has been restored
Remote access to the Morningstar.com database has been restored. Remote patrons are those connecting from outside the Library or from the Library's wireless service. The database had been unavailable remotely for the past 2-3 days. Patrons who were unable to access Morningstar.com should be able to connect now. If you are still experiencing connection problems please contact the Library.
Thank you for your patience.
Online Resource of the Month : Biography Resource Center
Whether it's Simone Weil or Simone de Beauvoir... Whether it's John Mayer or John Tyler... Whether it's Marilyn Monroe or Marilyn Manson...
Biographical information is at your fingertips for over 380,000 people--from throughout history, around the world, and across all disciplines and subject areas--in the Biography Resource Center.
Whatever the depth of knowledge you need, it's here. Brief summary biographies give you "just the facts, ma'am." In-depth biographies provide overviews of the person's life and
Great Web Sites for Great Books (for Kids)
Here are some great web sites to help you find good books for your children.
Kidsreads.com
Part of The Book Report Network, a group of websites that share book reviews, compelling features, in-depth author profiles and interviews, excerpts of the hottest new releases, literary games and contests, and more with readers every week.
About.com: Children's Books
Lots of ads, but still good. You can sign up for Elizabeth Kennedy's (a journalist and educator) email newsletter.
Online Resource of the Month : ChiltonLibrary.com
Did you know there's an auto mechanic 'on duty' 24/7 at the library?
Whether you're fixing up your first car, keeping the family chariot running smoothly, or renovating a classic, ELPL has the ChiltonLibrary.com auto repair database that can help get you rolling!
The Chilton Car Care manuals in print have a decades-long reputation for being the reliable and trusted resource for complete and detailed automotive information. Now, the online Chilton database puts the same trustworthy information at your fingertips.
To access ChiltonLibrary.com, click on the Research tab at the top of the page, then choose ChiltonLibrary.com from the alphabetical list of databases. You will need to enter your library card number.
