By Chuck Gray, John Gaines, and Craig Graziano Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Isn’t that how an article about derivative works is supposed to begin? We only ask because there are probably other articles out there on this topic that begin the same way. Whether or not we admit it to ourselves, 100…
CRRL My Librarian: Strange and Funny Picture Books
Looking for some cutting-edge reads? Some of the funniest, most irreverent and daring titles the library has can be found in our picture book section. The medium, both short and visual, allows authors and illustrators to take a nutty idea, add great artwork, and build a book that makes reading both fun and funny. The…
Rapper’s Delight: Hip-Hop History
Hip-hop has succeeded in becoming the most prominent musical genre at a time when normally concrete labels are beginning to meld together. The art form emerged from African American street culture in New York City, particularly the Bronx and Queens, in the late 1970s. It consists of a number of skills that include rapping, DJing, break-dancing…
My Librarian: Books for Gamers
Video games can't catch a break, often lambasted for being a wasteful time-suck compared to other entertainment options. This is a medium wholly unlike any other than has come before it where you are the protagonist and explore a world made just for you. Research has shown that video games can help with cognitive ability…
Great Comics to Teach Kids
Kids now have so many fantastic options when it comes to using comics and graphic novels to learn about real-life concepts. These books are visually stimulating while still offering a considerable amount of information about the subjects contained within. Here is where to start when searching for non-fiction graphic novels for elementary-aged students. Graphic Library…
Learn and Enjoy with The Modern Scholar Series
Central Rappahannock Regional Library’s mission is to inspire lifelong learning for everyone in our community. Whether through our books, databases, or classes and events, we offer education paths for many different types of learners. I tend to learn best by listening, so one of my favorite methods of acquiring new information is through our Modern…
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