Posts by Ricci Yuhico

NYPL's Margaret Scoggin: Putting “Young Adults” on the Map

Margaret Clara Scoggin was one of the first librarians to champion the idea of young adult public librarianship. Her philosophy around engaging teens heavily influenced the Library’s design and mission.

The Right to Wellness: Teens Research Healthcare

The 8th graders at De La Salle Academy's Social Justice/Community Service class comment on the research they conducted on the state of healthcare in the United States. Topics include mental health, women's health rights, prison health, and even animal welfare.

Reflections On Our Political Borders: Teen Research Immigration Policy

Eighth graders at De La Salle Academy's Social Justice / Community Service program share their selections and thoughts on books covering social justice issues related to immigration, from the origins of American government policy to the current state of immigration in the U.S.

A Marathoner's Playlist: E-Audiobooks for Runners

What keeps a marathon runner going during the grueling hours of training? For this "run-brarian", it's been audiobooks. And now, with the NYC Marathon around the corner, she's sharing her favorites.

Can't Finish a Book? Try a Short-Story Collection Instead

That recommendation from a friend not piquing your interest? Can't get through that new movie adaptation you thought you'd like? Check out our list of short story collections as a welcome alternative...

The #MeToo Movement: Teens Research the Fight for Women's Rights

Students from De La Salle Academy sought to highlight various aspects of discrimination against women and the fight for women’s rights using library materials that they researched and chose themselves.

Is #TakeaKnee New? Teens Research Celebrity Activism

This is a guest blog post by De La Salle Academy's Social Justice / Community Service eighth grade class. The students held weekly meetings in the library to discuss social justice issues important to them.