If you have any questions about WP-CC, you're in the right place! These are questions that I've been asked or I know will eventually be asked. If there is a question that is not answered here, email me!
Why are some of your reviews longer than others?
Some of the older reviews that I've written are longer and more detailed than others because this was the format that was required of me during my MLS studies. It helped me and my fellow students to understand the construction of a good story. Also, I mustn't forget to mention, it helped the professors know that we actually read the books.
What are the "Connections" or "Extensions" after the reviews?
One of the best ways for librarians, teachers and parents get their kids to have fun while reading books and poetry! Don't force the kids to read and make them write a report or force them to say something. Do fun activities or encourage the kids to share their thoughts on what they read. If a kid doesn't feel like it, then OK! I include the "connections" or "extensions" as suggestions for people to use as a way to continue the process of enjoying the story or poem that they just read.
Can you use part of your view for a school assignment?
Sure you can! But, please, please, please remember to cite my work (reviews and storytime outlines). These are my thoughts and words (minus the professional book reviews and poems) and if they are used as your own idea, well, this is called plagiarism. This is not a habit that I suggest you take on. It can get you into trouble when you don't want it. Below are ways for you to cite a review according to the citation style you need to use:
MLA:
T., Dorothy. “Deep and Dark and Dangerous." The Wielded Pen - Children's Corner, 19 Jun. 200p. Web. 2 feb. 2010.
APA:
T., Dorothy. (2009, June 19). Deep and Dark and Dangerous. Message posted to http://the-wielded-pen-childrens-corner.blogspot.com/2009/06/deep-and-dark-and-dangerous-ghost-story.html
Note: more citation styles to come!
Remember to talk to you teacher if you don't know how to cite a blog!
Please note that I :: do not :: claim ownership to the professional reviews, poems, book cover images, and videos found within the blog.
What is a Poetry Break?
Ah, the poetry break. Did you like poetry when you were a kid? I sure didn't. Well, other than the Mother Goose rhymes, I did not. In fact, I did not like poetry until I got to college to study literature and subsequently when I did my graduate studies. Poetry Breaks are a great way to be exposed to poems in a fun way. The possibilities for Poetry Break are endless! You just have to be creative.
If you are really interested in Poetry Breaks, there are a great number of professional out there in the blog world that are actively participating in Poetry Friday and Poetry Roundups. It is fun to read all the different type of poems that people share as well as reading their ideas for Extensions.
How come my comment to one of your reviews/poetry break/posts didn't appear after I posted it?
Good question. I monitor the comments I receive. I do not censor people's comments as these are your opinions and you should be respected for that. However, as with anything found on the Internet, there is pure spam and advertisements that do not belong on a family-friendly site. Thus, I monitor the comments to catch these unwelcomed comments.
Please continue to post your comments! All I ask is that you write it in a way that I know you are providing constructive criticism or even a compliment to the post or to the blog in general. I would love to have feed back!
How come you don't post the Accelerated Reader (AR) / Lexile book level in your reviews?
While many schools participate in the AR/ Lexile to monitor the progression of reading and comprehension skills, as a public library Children's Librarian I promoting the love of reading. I want to make sure that young readers will not just focus on level and how many points there are.
Can my child take the AR Tests at the local public library?
OK, so this question has been asked on the blog, but I get the question a lot within the library. No, unfortunately, children cannot take the AR test outside of the school. The company simply does not provide the tests to public libraries.
