Sentences with phrase «children access to libraries»

There is absolutely no justification for denying children access to libraries and librarians.

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We are thrilled they are expanding our reach in Las Vegas with a third library so more children in Clark County can be positively impacted by access to much - needed high - quality books and literacy resources,» says Amanda Hirsh, executive director, Books for Kids.

You should also check to see if your child will be expected to access websites on a computer or mobile advice, need access to a library, or require special materials for an upcoming project.

For the child just beginning to discover the wonder of reading; for the teen striving to make meaningful life choices; for the unemployed adult struggling to re-enter the workforce; for the retired senior desperate to access and understand computers and the Internet so she can share e-mail with her out - of - town grandchildren, there is no substitute for the public library.

«I look forward to working with all of Hampshire County Council's Members in serving the county's 1.3 million residents over this next Administration period — delivering important public services; from education, roads, highways and social care for vulnerable children and adults, to access to the countryside and libraries.»

services offered to postdoctoral fellows (e.g., access to the library, electronic mail, child care, parking and sports facilities);

«When children leave the home and go to school or the public library and have access to social - networking sites, we have reason to be concerned,» Rep. Michael Fitzpatrick, a Pennsylvania Reublican.

So while the children in Carinto may not have access to running water and electricity at home, ConTextos has been able to provide them with access to a library and trained teachers who can help foster more than just literacy.

Designed for children aged 5 - 7, this program is a popular piece of software to access at computer stations in the library.

«Getting rid of school libraries also risks increasing inequalities and further disadvantaging the most deprived children who are less likely to have access to books or computers at home and will have less access to public libraries since so many are closing.»

«With so many public libraries disappearing or being run by volunteers it is surely vital that children have access to books and to professional advice.»

No child should ever be prohibited from accessing good, classic literature as a result of their reading difficulties and the provision of audiobooks is a crucial component to any school library.

Children's Internet Protection Act Overview: The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) is a federal law enacted by Congress to address concerns about access to offensive content over the Internet on school and library computers.

Children with access to high - quality experiences keep exercising their minds and bodies at sleepaway camp, on family vacations, in museums and libraries and enrichment classes.

We will not give up until all schools provide all children the opportunity to succeed — every child should have access to things like libraries, advanced classes, art and sports.

In a nutshell, CIPA requires that schools and libraries receiving E-Rate funding «block or filter Internet access to pictures that are: (a) obscene; (b) child pornography; or (c) harmful to minors (for computers that are accessed by minors).»

«Our children need consistent, reliable access to our magnificent library facilities.

The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA), passed by Congress in December 2000, applies to all schools and libraries that receive E-rate discounts for Internet access and internal connections.

According to a press release on this second installment in the Big Library Read, «Based on the success of the first Big Library Read in May, schools were invited for the first time to join public libraries to enjoy the benefits of no - cost, simultaneous access to a popular children's eBook.

While many school districts and libraries have a policy honoring parents» wishes that their own children be given alternate assignments for class readings that conflict with their morals or religious beliefs, in far too many instances schools cave in to parental outrage and simply remove a book from class reading lists; when the angry mob gets loud enough or politicians up for re-election on the «family values» ticket need to make some noise, they've even resorted to pulling the access to the book, removing it from school and public libraries and classroom borrow shelves.

As a result, there have been numerous reports of users literally sitting at the computers and masturbating to the images they're accessing, as well as reports that women and children in the library have been accosted.

Each library will receive Kindle e-readers loaded with books, comprising of English and Swahili fiction and non-fiction for all ages, as well as Kenyan textbooks — providing thousands of children, teachers and parents with access to around 20,000 books.

The brain child of Dream Industries, Bookmate offers its subscribers open access to its entire library of no less than 225,000 books for a mere $ 5 per month.

Parents, guardians or caretakers of a child under age 18 who wish to obtain access to a child's library records, including the number or titles of materials checked out or overdue, must provide the child's library card or card number.

A well equipped school library levels the field for children that might not have access to books or computers at home.

I believe that the children in Oklahoma deserve access to a fully funded and fully staffed school library.

Mothers also are more likely to believe libraries offer their children access to information and resources they can't get at home or school (86 % vs. 75 %).

In a few clicks, parents can add content to their child's profile to give them selected access to your personal library (e.g., Netflix, YouTube or Minecraft) in Fire for Kids Unlimited.

According to Stephen Krashen, a highly respected researcher who has studied factors that impact students» reading skills: «Research consistently shows that when children have access to good libraries with plenty of good books and with adequate staffing, they read more, and thus do better on reading tests.

Please sign and share a petition to take action to support our children's access to school libraries across the country.

Imagine how exciting it might be in the future for children who rely on braille to have access to a library of eBooks that can be read in braille.

Montana: «The Parent in Always in Charge» Under New Billings Library Computer Policy» (Infodocket) So, a parent has to write a letter before their children can have access to unfiltered computers at the library?

Class Visits introduce children to Brooklyn Public Library, provide access to library cards and are specially designed to suit students» individual needs.

The «Appvisory: Curating and Providing Access to Educational Apps in the Children's Library» presentation at this virtual conference (#TDS14) provided an abundance of tips and ways to start and improve your library's app - literacy programming.

Part of their mission is provide picture book libraries for many countries where children might not have that much access to libraries.

She has had broad influence and contributed innovative ideas in each capacity as she firmly believes that «all children should have equal opportunities and access to reading and learning; libraries are critical in achieving this.»

«We didn't want elementary school children walking in with iPhones just as we wouldn't have them co-mingle in a young adult section of the library,» says Jaeger, who feels that young students shouldn't have unlimited access to all material in the ebook library.

* — Access to popular new releases and old favorites at Reader Store and download for reading on - the - go within seconds including interactive children's books where supported * Keep in mind: Reader may take a minute or two for all of your books to load the first time depending on the number of titles in your library.

The property also includes a library / office with XP Computer and free broardband access There is access to off street garage parking and the rear yard is fully fenced to suit young children or pets (Pets are permitted in the backyard but are not allowed in the house under local Health Department by laws.).

Guests will receive the following amenities and services: • Use of floating trampoline & relaxation platforms • Paddle board rentals (reservation required) • Snorkeling mask and fin rentals (first come, first serve) • Bicycle rental (first come, first serve) • Cayman «Underwater Life» snorkeling guide • Children's beach toys • Complimentary daily snack / treat at the pool or beach • Unlimited local calls • Wireless high speed internet access throughout the resort • Welcome drink upon arrival (non-alcoholic) • Complimentary access to weekly beach bonfire and S'mores • Unlimited digital library for newspaper and magazines, «Press Reader» • Access to Game Zone (foosball, ping pong, air hockey and pool table; reservation required, one hour time slots available only) Important Information: Subject to change without naccess throughout the resort • Welcome drink upon arrival (non-alcoholic) • Complimentary access to weekly beach bonfire and S'mores • Unlimited digital library for newspaper and magazines, «Press Reader» • Access to Game Zone (foosball, ping pong, air hockey and pool table; reservation required, one hour time slots available only) Important Information: Subject to change without naccess to weekly beach bonfire and S'mores • Unlimited digital library for newspaper and magazines, «Press Reader» • Access to Game Zone (foosball, ping pong, air hockey and pool table; reservation required, one hour time slots available only) Important Information: Subject to change without nAccess to Game Zone (foosball, ping pong, air hockey and pool table; reservation required, one hour time slots available only) Important Information: Subject to change without notice.

Three bedrooms have sea views and one bedroom has direct access to the library, which can also be used as a children bedroom.

Colorin Colorado: The Art of Indian Children [Exhibition Photographs], collection, 1998; (texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth435235/: accessed May 13, 2018), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Dallas Museum of Art.

For example, your child's development is supported by positive relationships with friends and neighbours, and access to things like playgrounds, parks, shops and local services like child care, schools, health centres and libraries.

Move to a location that you know is safe and has access to the public facilities you will need, such as a school system for your children, libraries, hospitals, etc..