[ha-Safran] new book in memory of June Cummins

I am pleased to share the news that June's friends and colleagues have just released *All-of-a-Kind: Remembering June Cummins*, edited by Michael Joseph, Joseph T. Thomas, Jr. and Lissa Paul. You can find the book by searching June’s name -- first and last -- in the Amazon search bar, or by

Re: [ha-Safran] School library checkout

In order to practice an abundance of caution, at this point our policy is to check out books to students only for use during pleasure reading time in school (indoor recess, DEAR time (Drop Everything and Read). We are making exceptions for students who are permanently learning virtually. Parents

Re: [ha-Safran] Looking for a Jewish Book List for a virtual book fair for my Reform Jewish Synagogue

Librarians, you asked. We listened. We understand that the pandemic has changed the way you work. We know you’re looking for new ways to engage with your patrons. We realize your budget is tight. We’d like to help. Log on to KalaniotBooks.com

[ha-Safran] School library checkout

Dear school librarians, I have been asked by our school administration to find out how other schools are circulating books to their primary students.  Please let me know if you aren't checking books out to your students, and if you are, how are you handling it?   Thanks in advance for your