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Posted by: Danna Bell
This summer, I had the distinct honor of being selected to be a Junior Fellow here at the Library of Congress.
Posted in: Interviews with Experts, Young Learners
Posted by: Danna Bell
I also work in the Library of Congress Young Readers Center (YRC) on a part-time basis. We welcome children and families who are visiting the Library, as well as groups of K-12 students, and assist them in using our diverse collection of nearly 7,000 books for young people. I assist in coordinating special events for kids, including children’s author talks, many of which are now live streamed and accessible to students anywhere.
Posted in: Interviews with Experts, Young Learners
Posted by: Danna Bell
I left New Jersey with good wishes, lots of hugs, and a few tears. When I got to Washington, DC, I was welcomed by the Educational Outreach staff of the Library of Congress with a mutual eagerness to collaborate and a personal hope that my contributions could affect educators.
Posted in: Interviews with Experts, News and Events, Young Learners
Posted by: Danna Bell
What did your students discover about "The Star-Spangled Banner"?
Posted in: Teaching Strategies, Young Learners
Posted by: Danna Bell
As St. Patrick's Day approaches, some young students might immerse themselves in the eye-catching images often associated with the holiday in the U.S.: shamrocks, green clothing, and the occasional pot of gold. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce students to a corner of the actual country of Ireland through primary sources.
Posted in: Holidays, World History, Young Learners
Posted by: Danna Bell
When school is closed on a snowy day, let the learning and fun continue at home using Library of Congress primary sources.
Posted in: Lesson Ideas, Teaching Strategies, Young Learners
Posted by: Danna Bell
What's one topic that's usually of great interest to young learners? Toys! Tap into this interest and offer a primary source lesson that will inspire learning.
Posted in: Teaching Strategies, Young Learners