I've had my Flickr account for some time, but haven't used it in a while (as previously mentioned). With that in mind, presenting a badge or slide deck was something completely new for me. Please see the badge below for a set of photos of mine called Flowers that I took a few years back.
People love pictures, and technology has allowed photo sharing to become virtually instantaneous. Even though libraries have classically been aligned with the power of the word, visual stimulation is key, especially when considering a public or school library where children (who generally gravitate towards what visually attracts them) are prevalent. A website such as that of Columbus, Ohio's award-winning public library is bright, cheerful, and instantly engaging to the digital user. The same goes for the physical library: its open floor plan is inviting, sedated lighting calming, displays eye-catching, and staff ready to assist and plentiful.
In being a digital equivalent or companion, a badge or slide deck could be a very useful way for libraries to replicate thematic library displays. Simply putting together a badge of selected books' covers, which would link to the book's synopsis and/or library status upon clicking, can be yet another engaging way to get users interested in a book or resource they may not have previously been privy to.
(PS - Props to those who recognize this post's title as a Beatles' reference!)
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