New in the Collection - Recently
acquired items in the professional collection / resources.Professional Books - Selected
titles in the professional collection, by subject.
Featured Professional
Book of the Month - Features an abstract and description of featured books.
Storytelling
Resources -- Flannelboard kits, puppets, etc. are now housed at
Red Oak Public Library.
Help In Tough Times
-- Resources for dealing with tough economic times: job listings;
resume-writing tips; help for changing careers; etc.
Computer Help
Sheets -- Step-by-step instructions for a number of computer projects.
Print these pdf documents to distribute to your patrons.
Bi-Folkal Kits
- Remembrance kits for older adults and intergenerational programming. Kits include
video, song sheets, realia, etc. Complete Bi-Folkal kits are now
housed at Council Bluffs Public Library;
Slideas are kept by Red Oak Public
Library.
Die Cuts -
Die cut shapes available for libraries to use for bookmarks, bulletin boards, craft
projects, etc.
Large Print
Rotation - Lists and schedule for the Southwest District Large Print rotation.
Multiple
Copies -- books available for book discussion groups (several copies from a single
library). Southwest Library Services maintains this list. If you have additions, please contact
sue.gruber@lib.state.ia.us.
Mystery Party
kits -- for children and teens.
Audio Tapes -- 4 audio
cassettes by Pat Wagner.
Library Displays & Events
-- ideas and resources for bulletin boards and displays for holidays and
"anytime."