Tag Archives: childrens books

Kidding Around in the Library with Children’s Books

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Ellen Latorraca

In celebration of the Week of the Young Child™, Andersen Library sends an extra shout out to the UW-Whitewater Children’s Center staff and intern students who nurture our littlest UW-W community members. They are our local heroes, cultivating early reading habits … Continue reading →

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Scholastic Book Fair Nov. 26-30

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Barbara

Student Wisconsin Education Association (StWEA) will again be hosting a Scholastic Book Sale within the Andersen Library. The sale will be held daily: 9am – 5pm Monday, Nov.26 – Thursday, Nov.29 9am – 3pm on Friday, Nov. 30 Books make … Continue reading →

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Yes, we have games, movies, chess, and more

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Barbara

UW-Whitewater’s Andersen Library is mentioned in “Video-Game Rooms Become the Newest Library Space Invaders,” an article in this week’s Chronicle of Higher Education. This article reports on campus libraries adding game rooms and game collections. Indeed we did exactly that, … Continue reading →

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Coral Reef & Ocean Educational Materials

Posted on November 9, 2009 by Barbara

Teachers, student teachers, and others with the desire & opportunity to educate youth groups: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued two discs of resources for educators on coral reefs and and other ocean topics. Both contain lesson … Continue reading →

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Tornado season…be prepared

Posted on June 12, 2008 by Barbara

It’s peak season (May-August) for occasional tornadoes. Be prepared! Know the difference between a watch and a warning: A Tornado Watch or Severe Weather Watch means a tornado may develop. Be alert and be prepared to take action if the … Continue reading →

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