Maren Vitali has a Masters in Education and Associate Library Science Degree. She has developed a library program that allows children opportunities to experience literature through activities that help prepare students to become 21st century learners, thinkers and creators.  Maren has had over 40 lessons published in BER Handbooks and Judy Freeman’s annual WINNERS Handbook.  Maren has also presented her Beyond the Book series at numerous conferences throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. You can follow her on Facebook: The Clever Librarian.