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July is Flash Fiction Month! I’ll be sharing short short stories here through the month of July. More notes at the end of the story.
Your librarian believes in you!
She believes that you can read all five books for the summer reading challenge. Really, you can! You might even find a new favorite!
Your librarian knows that you can go to storytime without crying, not even once. He knows how brave you are!
Your librarian knows that you’ll be a great volunteer. They think you ask good questions and pay attention to your tasks. Thank you so much for all your hard work!
Your librarian believes that you can use the library catalog. She’ll even show you how if you have questions. And she really trusts that you’ll be able to use it to look up every. Single. Book. on your school reading list, so she doesn’t have to.
Your librarian is excited that you’re excited to use the computers. He would also like to let you know that you are so much smarter than that scary game on Roblox, and maybe there’s an even more fun game on the computer for you to play.
Your librarian knows how enthusiastic you are about volunteering here. They really appreciate how you try very hard. They really think that you can do all your tasks correctly and follow simple instructions, even after you’ve proven them wrong. Keep trying!
Your librarian believes…that she needs a nap.
I had a different story planned, but it’s been a hectic day. Eight days until the end of the summer reading program. I’m exhausted.
Your librarian believes that you can Show Up for Libraries! (ALA) The Institute of Library and Museum Services is in danger of losing funding or being dismantled entirely. If you have just 5 minutes, call your representative and tell them to support IMLS and libraries! Read more about Executive Order 14238, which targets IMLS and other agencies.
“When a library is open, no matter its size or shape, democracy is open, too.”
― Bill Moyers
Overlooked Books 