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Book Review: Not a Stick

Travis Jonker, February 7, 2008 | *Best New Books*, Reviews



Not a Stick By Antoinette Portis HarperCollins 9780061123252 $12.99 Grades Pre-K-1 In Stores *Recommended* I used to pretend all sorts of stuff when I was little. Fortress out of Construx, plastic bag as parachute, all the standard stuff. I distinctly remember trying out that last one with a leap off the top of the swing […]

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Hollywood Inside Report: Where the Wild Things Are

Travis Jonker, February 5, 2008 | Reviews



I always worry when I hear that a children’s book is in the process of being adapted for the silver screen. I’m concerned that the movie won’t do the book justice, and everyone will leave the theater thinking, “That movie was terrible, and even though I haven’t read it, I’m now qualified to declare that […]

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Audio Clip: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Author Jeff Kinney

Travis Jonker, February 3, 2008 | Articles



I don’t have to do much introductionin’ (new word) about “Diary of a Wimpy Kid“. Unless you call the earthy darkness beneath a rock your home, you know the books, and if you’re anything like me, you love them. This clip from NPR allows fans to go behind the scenes with creator Jeff Kinney. The […]

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Author Visit: Leslie Helakoski

Travis Jonker, February 3, 2008 | Authors



Ah, the trickiness of working at four schools. Last week, one of the schools that I work at had the pleasure of hosting a visit by Leslie Helakoski, author of the recently released “Big Chickens Fly the Coop” (read the 100 Scope Notes review) and “Woolbur”. The tricky part? I was working with students at […]

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Sunday Link Du Jour: February 3, 2008

Travis Jonker, February 3, 2008 | Link Du Jour



One of the greatest inventions of the Aughts has been the podcast. And the “20 Q” ball (I just can’t stump that thing). Below are a few podcasts that I like to listen to on my way to work each morning that deal with children’s lit. Did I leave out one of your favorites? Let […]

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Book Giveaway Winners

Travis Jonker, February 2, 2008 | News



Thanks to all those that entered the January 100 Scope Notes book giveaway. Here are the lucky ducks that will be receiving free books: Sally will soon be enjoying “A Little Friendly Advice”. Cheryl will be receiving “Getting It” for her trouble. Congrats to the winners. Look for more books next month!

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Hot Off the Press: Indie Bestsellers

Travis Jonker, January 31, 2008 | Articles



I have to say that I have a love for all things independent – just call me the Patrick Henry of the school library world. I like my music, movies, and definitely my booksellers to let freedom ring whenever possible. That’s why I always link books featured on 100 Scope Notes to Schuler Books, a […]

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100 Scope Notes Giveaway: January ’08

Travis Jonker, January 30, 2008 | News



It’s time for another round of book philanthropy. The Office of Development here at 100 Scope Notes (see: me) has a fresh batch of books and is excited for the opportunity to give back. If you’ve got your eye on one of these titles and are interested in calling dibs, send an email to scopenotes@gmail.com. […]

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Book Review: Velma Gratch and the Way Cool Butterfly

Travis Jonker, January 29, 2008 | *Best New Books*, Reviews



Velma Gratch and the Way Cool Butterfly By Alan Madison Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes Schwartz and Wade Books ISBN: 9780375835971 $16.99 Grades K-2 In Stores *Recommended* This review previously appeared in the January edition of children’s lit journal The Edge of the Forest. Most younger siblings will tell you: an older brother or sister can […]

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Audio Clip: Kadir Nelson Interview On NPR

Travis Jonker, January 29, 2008 | Articles



When NPR covers children’s lit, it’s like a school librarian’s dream come true. Well, to be honest, a cardigan sweater with built in bifocals is really a librarian’s dream – but this is close. I have not yet had a chance to read “We Are the Ship“, written and illustrated by Kadir Nelson, but I’ve […]

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