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Karin Greenberg is a library media specialist at Manhasset High School in Manhasset, New York. She is a former English teacher and writes book reviews for School Library Journal and Woodbury Magazine. She co-hosted Bookscreenz Podcast with her daughter, Annabelle. In addition to reading, she enjoys animals, walking, hiking, the beach, and spending time with her husband, three children, and dog. Follow her book account on Instagram @bookswithkg.

• Books to Celebrate Cultures and Foster Togetherness

  By Karin Greenberg on 05/27/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  There is so much misinformation circulating around the world these days. Hate has always existed but in today’s environment, it is front and center because of social media and other forms of technology that enable lies to spread in seconds…. Read More ›

• Making Poetry Exciting for Teens

  By Karin Greenberg on 04/27/2021 • ( 1 )

  

  Selling the Language of Poetry It’s hard to persuade teenagers to read novels in their spare time but when it comes to poetry, it’s an even tougher sell. Each year I teach poetry research lessons to English classes. Though I… Read More ›

• March Book Madness 2021: The Digital Version

  By Karin Greenberg on 03/24/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  The Fun Begins It’s that time of year again! When our school closed on Friday, March 13, 2020, I had just finished preparing all of the March Book Madness materials and was excited to come into the library on Monday… Read More ›

• Managing Library Shelf Space

  By Karin Greenberg on 02/22/2021 • ( 2 )

  

  Collection development is one of my favorite parts of being a librarian. Each year I place two large book orders, stocking up on the newest releases of every genre. When the shipments are delivered, it’s like I won the lottery…. Read More ›

• The I-Search Paper: Getting Students Excited about Research

  By Karin Greenberg on 01/25/2021 • ( 1 )

  

  Whenever I teach a research lesson to a class of high school students, I notice the lack of enthusiasm for the project they’re about to start. I find myself working hard to convince them that research is a rewarding endeavor… Read More ›

• Book Pairings to Motivate Teenagers

  By Karin Greenberg on 12/30/2020 • ( 0 )

  

  In the midst of our fast-paced society, it’s more important than ever to spark a love of literature in adolescents. Based on conversations I’ve had with students over the years, I’ve learned that teenagers have lost motivation to read for… Read More ›

• Digital Speed Dating with Books

  By Karin Greenberg on 11/23/2020 • ( 2 )

  

  One of my favorite yearly library lessons is 11th-grade Nonfiction Book Speed Dating. Watching students actively walk around the library from table to table exploring books always makes me smile. Motivating teens to read is a challenging aspect of my… Read More ›

• Simplifying Library Resources

  By Karin Greenberg on 10/27/2020 • ( 0 )

  

  Simplicity is something that school librarians, teachers, and students welcome right now. As Julia Hobsbawm, the author of The Simplicity Principle, puts it, “The human desire for simplicity is ancient, and especially evident during times in which society undergoes upheaval”… Read More ›

• Safe Ways to Reach Students and Teachers While Social Distancing

  By Karin Greenberg on 09/21/2020 • ( 3 )

  

  For most of us in school libraries, this year’s back-to-school season is unsettling. My administrators have designated our high school library as a special education testing center, a place for overflow classroom students, and a computer distribution site. In order… Read More ›

• Teaching Students to Evaluate Their Reading Lives

  By Karin Greenberg on 08/27/2020 • ( 0 )

  

  As the pandemic rolls on and stress levels remain high among students and parents, schools are beginning the academic year with much uncertainty. Whether classes are online, in person, or a hybrid, they are sure to be overwhelming for students… Read More ›