John Ross uses QR codes at the library to register for a Spanish program, download a language learning app, find a paella recipe, and learn how to dance. At the program, he meets Sophia and wants to impress her. By scanning more QR codes, John Ross learns Spanish, cooks paella, and watches a video to learn the cha-cha dance. At the next program, John Ross shares his paella and dances with Sophia, demonstrating his new knowledge of Spanish language and culture gained through the library's mobile resources.
6. Hey, theres a program for kids called Hola Amigos happening tomorrow.That sounds like a lot of fun! It says I can scan this barcode with my smartphone to register. Lets try it!
10. Alright, Im all registered! I cant wait to go to Hola Amigos tomorrow!
11. The next day, John Ross went back to the library for Hola Amigos.When John Ross registered, he had expected to learn some cool Spanish words and maybe meet some new friends. He was definitely not prepared for what he saw when he arrived
13. Her name was Sophia and she was the most beautiful girl John Ross had ever seen!
15. Ahem! said Ms. IngIt looks like we have a nuevo amigo! Why dont you come out of the doorway and sit next to Sophia for Hola Amigos?
18. John Ross tried to concentrate on what Ms. Ing was saying but all he could think about was how to strike up a conversation with Sophia.
19. Ok, everyone, lets grab a partner and practice our Spanish! Ms. Ing shouted.
20. This was John Ross chance! He couldnt speak a word of Spanish but he would partner with Sophia!
25. No! I just dont know any Spanish, yet! John Ross explained.
26. Ms. Ing interrupted, You two were talking so much you must be fluent in Spanish! Its time to say 臓Hasta luego! Until next time!
28. John Ross waved bye-bye to Sophia and Ms. Ing and decided that he would come back tomorrow and find an audiobook that would help him learn Spanish! He was going to impress Sophia so much!What an interesting day! he thought.
29. The next day, John Ross headed to the library.He had a lot of research to do!
30. When he got there, he asked the clerk where he could find the audiobooks.Up, over, and around that way!the clerk said.John Ross took off
43. Wow! I can use this database right from my smartphone. How convenient! I am always looking for ways to fit things into my busy schedule.
44. John Ross took a seat and started into the first lesson.
46. Hmmmmm, paella. That sounds interesting. I bet the kids at Hola Amigos would love it if I brought in some of that! I hope Sophia will like it!
47. I am going to see if I can find a recipe for this in one of the librarys magazines.
49. Well, what do you know? Another code, and this one looks like its for a recipe app that I can use on my iPad!!Im going to scan it so I can cook paella for Hola Amigos at home!
90. Wow! Its a YouTube video that will teach me how to do the Cha Cha!I cant wait to go home and watch this DVD and learn how to Cha Cha!
91. John Ross went home.He watched that DVD.He watched that YouTube Video.
92. I am sooooo ready for Hola Amigos this weekend! he thought.
93. That Sunday couldnt come soon enough. John Ross grabbed his paella and practically ran to the library.Be careful John Ross!
94. 臓Hola Amigos! 臓Traigo un regalodelicioso!Hello Friends! I brought a delicious treat!
98. Wow! This paella is muydeliciosa! exclaimed Sophia.I thought paella was supposed to have only seafood in it but this has sausage and chicken too, Sophia wondered aloud.
99. Actually, traditional Valencian Paella, or paella valenciana has meat and sometimes seafood. I think youre thinking of seafood paellaor paella de mariscos, John Ross explained.
100. John Ross! I had no idea you knew so much about Spanish culture! Where did you learn it all?Sophia asked, astounded.
101. At the library! John Ross said, matter-of-factly.John Ross didnt tell Sophia how easy it really was. All he had to do was scan the codes that the library had posted.
102. Hey Sophia, you want to know what else I learned?Yeah! What else did you learn, John Ross?臓Como bailar la cha cha! How to dance the cha cha!!Want to dance with me? John Ross asked.
103. Sure, but I dont know it so youll have to lead!Sophia said.
104. Ok, follow my lead! John Ross said reaching out for Sophias hand.臓Vamos a bailar!Boom!!!
106. Lessons Learned1. Sometimes you need more than a YouTube video to learn how to dance!2. Your library can provide your smartphone-using patrons with on-the-go access to a variety of different mobile resources. Its augmented reality!
107. Many Thanks to Our Cast of Characters (in order of appearance)John Ross Snatchko