Barbara Karp

LibraryI personally find the intellectual stimulation and periods of nonstop activity gratifying. I am aware, however, that school librarians do not have a monopoly on this experience. At a recent convention session devoted to library programming and services, there was a general consensus that a “librarian mentality” exists, manifesting itself in personality traits such as helpfulness and putting others’ needs and wishes before our own (including issues of finances and respect).
Another plus of my job is the enjoyable experience of selecting, receiving, and reading new and valuable books. I often compare my reaction to opening a box of recent arrivals to that of a child with a new toy.

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  1. shinichi Post author

    Private School Librarian

    Joys and Challenges

    by Barbara Karp

    in

    A day in the life : career options in library and information science

    edited by Priscilla K. Shontz and Richard A. Murray

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