Author Archives: Sarah Ann Gauthier

OISE book display – Graphic Novels and Comic Books in the Classroom

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Sarah Ann Gauthier

Comic books have not always been considered educational materials. In the 50’s and 60’s teachers, librarians, and parents strived to keep comic books out of the hands of children. This was due to a common fear that comic books caused … Continue reading →

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Featured Activity Kit: The Impressionist: Art Game

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Sarah Ann Gauthier

This week’s featured activity kit, The Impressionist: Art Game (CR 759.05 i34) is a great art trivia game. The game is centered on impressionist painters such as Monet and Renoir, with an accompanying book that details 32 different painting from … Continue reading →

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New titles!

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Sarah Ann Gauthier

Check out these new titles written for young adults at the OISE Library! One Good Hustle (JUV FIC L786o) Sammie Bell is the teenage-daughter of two con artists, and has prided herself on always knowing the score. When a hustle … Continue reading →

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New titles!

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Sarah Ann Gauthier

Check out these new titles from our Women Educational Resource Collection! Girlhood The centrality of girlhood in shaping a woman’s life depends on age, gender, race, and a multitude of other identities. This title is a compilation of essays that … Continue reading →

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New Titles!

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Sarah Ann Gauthier

Check out these new titles at the OISE library!  Keep Them Reading: An Anti-Censorship Handbook for Educators This handbook is ideal for teachers, librarians, and administrators to prevent censorship in a school or school system, and what to do if … Continue reading →

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