Hopewell High School Library Blog

Super searches

kdhuth — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:03:50 +0000

Were you watching the Super Bowl last night while using your computer or mobile device? For most of the game, I sat with my Macbook on my lap so I could see what my friends were saying about the game, commercials and halftime show on Twitter. Watching a football game on TV at home can be a social experience, even if your friends are scattered all over the world like mine are.

Google reported that U.S. viewers went online during the game more than ever before. International viewers went online as well, searching for live streaming of the event. Google tracked the most popular searches leading up to and during the game. If you’re ever curious what’s trending right now, check out Google Trends. Happy searching!

Doodle 4 Google

kdhuth — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:35:03 +0000

This year’s Doodle 4 Google contest theme is: “If I could travel back in time, I’d visit…” The best spins on Google’s iconic logo get great prizes, including scholarships. So grab your art supplies and start doodling — entries are due by March 23!

Send a call from Santa

kdhuth — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:10:27 +0000

Gmail allows you to send a call from Santa to anyone in the U.S.! The site uses Google Voice and is free to U.S. numbers (unless your phone company charges for minutes). You can choose from a variety of menu options to customize the message. Won’t your sibling or friend be surprised when Santa calls him or her ”home skillet” when promising to bring a surprise? Happy holidays!

History of the Christmas Tree

kdhuth — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:25:45 +0000

Ever wonder where the Christmas tree came from? This infographic from an artificial tree retailer explains (click on it to enlarge):

Holiday Toy Drive

kdhuth — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:05:34 +0000

Many of you have probably seen the tree at the front of the library with ornament tags on it. The tags list an item that a child has wished for for Christmas. You can pick up a tag, shop for the item and drop it off in Ms. Meyers’ room with her “elves” for wrapping and delivery. What better way get in the holiday spirit?

If there aren’t any tags left, these items are also highly desired by children:

Gloves
Socks
“Cool” hats
Steelers and Penguins gear
Legos
Makeup, nail polish, perfume/cologne
Jewelry
Barbie clothes
Books for all ages
Video games for all systems
Harry Potter items
iTunes gift cards
GameStop gift cards
My Little Pony items
Puzzles for all ages
Board games for older kids
Army items
Princess items
Craft supplies and kits for all ages
Cash donations to buy clothes for older kids

The elves thank you for your support!

Managing your digital reputation

kdhuth — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:20:39 +0000

There’s some good advice on the poster near the front office: “Think before you post.” Everything you post online, whether it be photos or comments, creates a digital profile of you as a person. How do you want others, whether they be your parents, teachers, or future bosses, to see you? You probably want to be viewed in a positive light as a person who is respectful and smart. Below are some tips from the digital marketing firm KBSD about managing your digital reputation.

New books!

kdhuth — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:28:26 +0000

We just received a large shipment of new books for the library! We have a number of new graphic novels, along with new fiction and nonfiction. We also have the new Steve Jobs biography and Ellen Hopkins’ new book (author of Crank)! Check them out — they are on the front display table and above the reference books. Happy reading!

Twilight: Love it or Hate it?

kdhuth — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:17:47 +0000

With the Twilight: Breaking Dawn movie opening this past weekend (it made $139.5 million in North America!), Twilight lovers and haters have been going at it. Goodreads, which is like a social network for readers, published this infographic illustrating the divide this series has had:

Looks like Pennsylvania falls slightly more on the “dislike” side of the debate. What did you think of the series? Leave a comment or review the books in the OPAC.

PA Young Reader’s Choice

kdhuth — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:18:34 +0000

The nominees are out for the 2011-2012 Pennsylvania Young Reader’s Choice Awards! Check here for a list and description of each book. Find the nominees in the library above the reference books, near the encyclopedia. Read the selections during the next few months; voting for your favorite will take place in early March. Happy reading!