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What resources are there to help me choose my author for the JLP?

November 1, 2013 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Internet, Our Dear Resources

The most important part of choosing your author for the JLP is making sure you feel you can be fully committed to this writer. You will be reading anywhere from 3-6 pieces from this author,…

What do you think of reading on a Kindle?

October 10, 2013 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Books, Our Dear Internet

Just recently I read my first book on a Kindle. As a librarian, I probably should have done this a long time ago. I have read on my iPad–usually when I’m travelling and need a…

There are new books in the library?! Which ones do you want to read?

September 3, 2013 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Books, Our Dear Internet

We just added about 40 new books to the HKIS HS Library. There are a few that have really caught my eye. For example, this series about witches called Hex Hall by Rachel Hawkins looks…

What is Instagram?

April 7, 2013 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Internet, Our Dear Librarian, Our Dear Library

Instagram is a very popular photo sharing social network. It’s most similar to Facebook and Twitter making a perfect compliment of those two other very popular social networks. For awhile Instagram was limited to iPhones…

Where can I make flashcards online?

September 12, 2012 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Internet, Our Dear Resources

There are some great places to make flashcards online. Plus, you’d be surprised to find that some flashcards have already been made for based on specific curricular topics you’re or even actual courses. Some of…

Where can I get book suggestions online?

August 16, 2012 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Books, Our Dear Internet, Our Dear Resources

One usually wants to read good books–only! Often when a book is finished, the reader wants to follow up with either a similarly good book or a book that would match in quality. Sometimes, time…

Can I order takeout food from online menus in Hong Kong?

August 4, 2012 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Internet

Yes, you can! Here are four popular choices for ordering takeout food in Hong Kong from menus found online:                              

How can I make a QR code?

April 5, 2012 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Internet, Our Dear Resources

Making a QR codes is as easy as saying, “1, 2, 3!” (To understand what a QR code is, link here.) First, you most likely have web content or other information that you’d like to…

What is a QR code?

April 4, 2012 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Internet

A QR code is like a bar code, and it’s used to store information. The QR stands for quick response. A QR code is usually set on a white background with black rectangular bar and…

What’s a terrarium?

September 23, 2011 · by Dear Librarian · in Our Dear Internet, Our Dear Resources

A terrarium is actually a form of a vivarium. A vivarium is an area that has been enclosed where animals and plants are raised for observation. Terrariums usually starts as a dry inhabitant but then…

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