"GIVE A GIRL THE RIGHT SHOES AND SHE CAN CONQUER THE WORLD." Marilyn Monroe

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Spring Has Sprung - Let's Enjoy It!

Junior Book Club Members have suggested to me that we should hold our next meeting outdoors and I think that  is a great idea! So, if the weather permits next Tuesday we will meet in the courtyard - shall we say at 11:40 and have our lunch together? Listen for an announcement Tuesday morning to confirm the details, please.

Now, I really enjoyed reading this post at Reading Rants which discusses some classic books that students might still find good, interesting reads. Take a look at the coolest classics you never even heard of and see what you think.  I believe we have all but one of these books in our library, so just ask me if you would like to try them out!

And just a reminder for those of you who are still hanging on to books from months ago:

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Snoop around Shmoop!

I just couldn't resist adding this image from Shmoop.com.  You know I love the lolcats and they have a whole section of famous quotations translated into lolcat - can life get any better?  Some of you may have already used this website for homework help, but I thought I would feature it because it really appeals to me for its sense of humour, for the fact that it does not do your work for you, but guides you through your frustration, and it covers many of the novels and plays that we study here at Rivier.  It even has a career section for you to browse through.  Admittedly, it is an American website, but that can be useful if you are considering a U.S. university and looking at those SAT exams!  So, if you are stuck in ANY of your subjects, give shmoop a look (they even have a music section with all kinds of songs and lyrics interpretations).  It's a fun site to explore and you might alleviate some homework stress!
And now my video for today:  Because Quinn performed this Gotye song on the weekend, it has been on my mind lately and I was amused to find a choir version of it.  Not exactly library related, but here you go:

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

New Books Will Abound in May!

After a LONG wait, brace yourselves for an influx of great new books scheduled to arrive throughout the month of May! I will be processing as fast as I can to give you an opportunity to enjoy these titles before the end of the school year (can you BELIEVE how fast it is approaching?!) A few of the much-anticipated sequels to your favourites are coming out along with a couple of new series I've ordered. As always, I have taken your suggestions into consideration when purchasing! Here's a little teaser of one of the new books on its way to us right now: Check back for more updates on what is new and exciting in our library collection! Junior Book Clubbers will meet today at 12:05, although we have nothing new for show and tell yet ;) Senior Book Club will get together Thursday as usual unless you have other commitments.