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Book Review: The Pigeon Wants a Puppy!

Travis Jonker, April 14, 2008 | *Best New Books*, Reviews



The Pigeon Wants a Puppy! By Mo Willems Hyperion ISBN: 9781423109600 $14.99 Grades K-2 In Stores *Best New Books* Mo Willems’ status as a storytime master is becoming legendary. Book after book is a hit with kids and parent/librarian types alike. It’s akin to Outkast in their golden period from ’94 to ’00 – there […]

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Contoversy Report: Pro-Life Message in Horton Hears a Who?

Travis Jonker, April 14, 2008 | Cover Curiosity



“A person’s a person no matter how small” – apparently even the really, really, small. Pro life folks have taken to “Horton Hears a Who”, saying its message supports their cause. They got so fired up they even crashed the big Hollywood premier last month. Click below to listen to an NPR audio clip explaining […]

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On Break Starting … Now

Travis Jonker, April 4, 2008 | News



100 Scope Notes will be up on the shelf for about a week or so due to Spring Break travels. See you soon. (Top Image: ‘flowr‘ www.flickr.com/photos/85388692@N00/147885524)

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Video Clip: Mary Pope Osborne Interview

Travis Jonker, April 4, 2008 | Articles



The “Magic Tree House” series has been a staple in children’s libraries since it debuted with “Dinosaurs Before Dark” in 1992. 38 books later it’s still chuggin, adding new fans every year. My only complaint? They don’t sell these books with kevlar bindings – they get a ton of circs y’all. Click the logo below […]

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The Winner of this Contest is Anonymous

Travis Jonker, April 4, 2008 | News



But were gonna name names anyway. Congrats to the 100 Scope Notes Book Giveaway winners for March: Carey S. will soon be enjoying “Sleeping Bear, The Legend”. Linda S. is going to receive “Night of the Black Bear”. Thanks to all the folks that entered, yet were frowned upon by lady luck this time. Look […]

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Give Me Your Weak, Your Cardigan-ed Masses

Travis Jonker, April 1, 2008 | Articles



School librarians hold a unique place in America’s education system, and I don’t just mean because most are odd. I chalk it up to the fact that we straddle the line between teacher and librarian, a role which always seems to inspire a bit of confusion on the part of outsiders (and, let’s face it, […]

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The Scoop: Title of the New Pigeon Book Revealed!

Travis Jonker, April 1, 2008 | News



Turns out the Pigeon is not only an animal, but an animal lover as well. “The Pigeon Wants a Puppy” will be the title of latest book in the much-loved series by author/illustrator Mo Willems. Click the link below to head over to Publishers Weekly and read more!

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Book Review: The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook – Junior Edition

Travis Jonker, March 31, 2008 | Reviews



The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Junior Edition By David Borgenicht and Robin Epstein Illustrated by Chuck Gonzales Chronicle Books ISBN: 9780811860659 $9.95 Grades 4-6 In Stores Youth and embarrassing moments often hold hands. It’s easy to forget how things that would drive us to shut in-ism as adults were regular occurrences in our younger days. […]

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Get ‘Cha Free Books Heeeaaauuh!

Travis Jonker, March 31, 2008 | News



Here at 100 Scope Notes, the end of the month brings feeling of mirth and cordiality. Giving away books tend to have that affect. Below are some books that are free for the taking – all you need to do is email scopenotes@gmail.com to get in on the action. Be sure to include the book […]

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Sunday Link Du Jour: March 30, 2008

Travis Jonker, March 30, 2008 | Link Du Jour



Booklist does nonfiction. Booklist recently published it’s “Top 10 Series Nonfiction for Youth”. Some of their picks I know well (“Face to Face with Animals”, “Nic Bishop”) and wholeheartedly endorse. There are others that I have yet to get acquainted with – I’ll get started with that. Click the logo below to read the entire […]

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