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Teen-Centered Library Service: Putting Youth Participation into Practice

Teen-Centered Library Service: Putting Youth Participation into Practice is a practical guide that can help you get teens involved in your library—in everything from book discussions, working with children, and author visits to collection development, community outreach, and even fundraising. Drawing on research and best practices, as well as anecdotes and success stories from around the country, Diane P. Tuccillo makes the case for youth participation and shows y… More >>

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What Are the Health Benefits of Lycopene?

By the time you finish reading this article, you will be more aware of the many health benefits of lycopene.

So, what exactly is it?

It is a compound found in certain fruits and vegetables. It belongs to the group of substances known as carotenes and is the pigment responsible for giving vegetables and fruits, such as tomatoes, watermelon and pink grapefruit, their red color.

What are the health benefits?

It has been found to possess many benefits, and also has strong antioxidant properties. Because it is a potent antioxidant, it can be extremely effective in fighting free radicals which can damage cells in the body. This can help to reduce the risk of cancer and strokes.

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John Dunning: Coaching Youth Volleyball Tape 1: Practice Planning & Drills for Teaching Skills

with John Dunning, Head Coach,
Head Coach Stanford University,
2004 & 2001 NCAA Champs;
former University of Pacific Head Coach,
1985 & 1986 NCAA Champions

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