Blog Author: Amanda Stogsdill

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Amanda Stogsdill is the Youth Services Assistant Manager at Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.  She graduated from Arkansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and taught preschool and pre-k for 16 years before joining the library’s staff.  Her favorite children’s book is Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems.

All Posts by Amanda Stogsdill

Beginning Readers

Amanda Stogsdill details materials and programs offered by the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library that can benefit children learning how to read.

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Are Spooky Books Ok for Kids?

Amanda Stogsdill wants to help you find out if the horror genre is right for your child!

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Graphic Novels: Friend or Foe?

Amanda Stogsdill emphasizes the benefits of allowing children to read graphic novels.

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Why Does Representation Matter in Children's Literature?

Amanda Stogsdill reflects on the importance of representation in children's media.

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Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten

The Children's Department promotes the Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program.

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Early Literacy

Amanda Stogsdill emphasizes the importance of early literacy.

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