Library Programming

{"id":99159113753,"title":"The Librarian's Guide to Homelessness: An Empathy-Driven Approach to Solving Problems, Preventing Conflict, and Serving Everyone","handle":"the-librarians-guide-to-homelessness-an-empathy-driven-approach-to-solving-problems-preventing-conflict-and-serving-everyone","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyan J. Dowd\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e208 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7\" x 10\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHomelessness is a perennial topic of concern at libraries. In fact, staff at public libraries interact with almost as many homeless individuals as staff at shelters do. Empathy and understanding, along with specific actionable advice that’s drawn from experience, makes all the difference in working with this group. In this book Dowd, executive director of a homeless shelter, spotlights best practices drawn from his own shelter’s policies and training materials. Filled with to-the-point guidance that will help front line public library staff and managers understand and serve this population better, this resource\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes facts about homelessness every librarian should know;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edebunks widespread myths about these individuals, explaining how they see themselves, what issues they struggle with, and how libraries can shift towards supporting them;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshares de-escalation techniques like showing respect, ways to avoid making things personal, and using proper body language;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewalks readers through dealing with common issues like a sleeping patron, questionable hygiene, offensive behavior, and asking a patron to leave; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eadvises on how to provide backup to a colleague and when to call the police.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilled with real life stories that illustrate the effectiveness of Dowd’s approach, this one-of-a-kind guide will empower library staff to treat homeless individuals with dignity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-16T10:52:26-04:00","created_at":"2017-10-16T11:34:31-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Adult Programs \u0026 Services"],"price":7599,"price_min":7599,"price_max":7599,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":904992587801,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838916261","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"The Librarian's Guide to Homelessness: An Empathy-Driven Approach to Solving Problems, Preventing Conflict, and Serving Everyone","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":7599,"weight":300,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dowd_Ryan_300.jpg?v=1533237986"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dowd_Ryan_300.jpg?v=1533237986","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"The Librarian's Guide to Homelessness: An Empathy-Driven Approach to Solving Problems, Preventing Conflict, and Serving Everyone-Paperback-ALA Editions-The Library Marketplace","id":459463721030,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.7,"height":300,"width":210,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dowd_Ryan_300.jpg?v=1569020043"},"aspect_ratio":0.7,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dowd_Ryan_300.jpg?v=1569020043","width":210}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyan J. Dowd\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e208 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7\" x 10\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHomelessness is a perennial topic of concern at libraries. In fact, staff at public libraries interact with almost as many homeless individuals as staff at shelters do. Empathy and understanding, along with specific actionable advice that’s drawn from experience, makes all the difference in working with this group. In this book Dowd, executive director of a homeless shelter, spotlights best practices drawn from his own shelter’s policies and training materials. Filled with to-the-point guidance that will help front line public library staff and managers understand and serve this population better, this resource\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes facts about homelessness every librarian should know;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edebunks widespread myths about these individuals, explaining how they see themselves, what issues they struggle with, and how libraries can shift towards supporting them;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshares de-escalation techniques like showing respect, ways to avoid making things personal, and using proper body language;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewalks readers through dealing with common issues like a sleeping patron, questionable hygiene, offensive behavior, and asking a patron to leave; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eadvises on how to provide backup to a colleague and when to call the police.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilled with real life stories that illustrate the effectiveness of Dowd’s approach, this one-of-a-kind guide will empower library staff to treat homeless individuals with dignity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":9766166668,"title":"Stories, Songs, and Stretches!: Creating Playful Storytimes with Yoga and Movement","handle":"stories-songs-and-stretches-creating-playful-storytimes-with-yoga-and-movement","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Headings\"\u003eKatie Scherrer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e112 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung children love to move—and that’s a great thing! Because in addition to supporting early learning, storytime can provide young children with opportunities to explore physical movement. The centuries-old contemplative movement practice known as yoga is more than just a passing trend; it can offer physical, emotional, and mental benefits to practitioners of all ages, including young children. And getting started with yoga storytime doesn’t require any previous yoga experience. This new book from accomplished library trainer Scherrer shows how to use yoga and movement to create playful, active storytimes. A complete guide for library staff and others serving young children, this resource draws on Scherrer’s experience as a children’s librarian and a yoga teacher, as well as research from the health and education fields, to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eintroduce yoga, exploring its history while dispelling myths about the practice;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edemonstrate how yoga and movement can support children’s early learning and social-emotional development;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexplain the differences between children’s yoga classes and yoga storytimes;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elay out step-by-step directions on how to design and launch a yoga storytime program, including guidance on materials selection, the logistical arrangements of physical space, props, and marketing;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovide descriptions of more than 35 basic, child-friendly yoga poses suitable for anyone to use with children;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffer 12 ready-to-use yoga storytime plans; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einclude an extensive bibliography of helpful print and online resources for future program planning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will find the complete guidance they need to immediately begin incorporating yoga and movement into their storytime programs.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-02-23T10:25:00-05:00","created_at":"2017-02-23T10:28:37-05:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Public Libraries"],"price":6499,"price_min":6499,"price_max":6499,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":34790077900,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838915448","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Stories, Songs, and Stretches!: Creating Playful Storytimes with Yoga and Movement","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":6499,"weight":272,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838915448"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915448.jpeg?v=1533237490"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915448.jpeg?v=1533237490","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Stories, Songs, and Stretches!: Creating Playful Storytimes with Yoga and Movement-Paperback-ALA Editions-The Library Marketplace","id":152093360198,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"width":232,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915448.jpeg?v=1568893375"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915448.jpeg?v=1568893375","width":232}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Headings\"\u003eKatie Scherrer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e112 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung children love to move—and that’s a great thing! Because in addition to supporting early learning, storytime can provide young children with opportunities to explore physical movement. The centuries-old contemplative movement practice known as yoga is more than just a passing trend; it can offer physical, emotional, and mental benefits to practitioners of all ages, including young children. And getting started with yoga storytime doesn’t require any previous yoga experience. This new book from accomplished library trainer Scherrer shows how to use yoga and movement to create playful, active storytimes. 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{"id":10519721484,"title":"50+ Fandom Programs: Planning Festivals and Events for Tweens, Teens, and Adults","handle":"50fppfetta-alae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy J. Alessio, Katie LaMantia, and Emily Vinci\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13: 9780838915523 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e160 pages • 8½ x 11\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published: 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book of ready-to-go programs and events will help public libraries give fans who are passionate about genres, characters, games, and book series plenty of reasons to return to the library again and again. Fandom programming can require planning across departments, tie-ins to collections and community partnerships, and targeted marketing. But the fun content cooked up by the three best-selling authors in this guide makes it easy to stay organized every step of way, with events broken down into components that streamline planning and facilitates coordination. Adaptable for a wide range of ages, this resource\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecovers all the basics of how to host a fandom event, including prep time, length of program, number of patrons, budget, and supplies needed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esuggests an age range (tweens, teens, millennials, older adults) for each program while also offering ways to tailor it to different groups;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresents such imaginative and engaging programming ideas as 50 Shades of Hot Books, Old School Video Games, Women in Comics, Creating Steampunk Outfits, Superhero School, and many more;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides ideas for perennial fan favorites like Harry Potter, horror stories, and sports; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egives tips on how to stay current with what’s popular and ways to incorporate popular activities like cosplay, trivia, and movie-oke;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilled with projects and ideas that can be used with a variety of fandoms and interests, this programming book will ensure both quick planning and great turnout.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-04-28T16:08:15-04:00","created_at":"2017-04-28T16:08:15-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Adult Programs \u0026 Services"],"price":6850,"price_min":6850,"price_max":6850,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":38668531404,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838915523 ","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"50+ Fandom Programs: Planning Festivals and Events for Tweens, Teens, and Adults","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":6850,"weight":500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915523.jpeg?v=1533237665"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915523.jpeg?v=1533237665","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"50+ Fandom Programs: Planning Festivals and Events for Tweens, Teens, and Adults-Paperback-ALA Editions-The Library Marketplace","id":256303595590,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"width":232,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915523.jpeg?v=1568953466"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915523.jpeg?v=1568953466","width":232}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy J. Alessio, Katie LaMantia, and Emily Vinci\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13: 9780838915523 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e160 pages • 8½ x 11\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published: 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book of ready-to-go programs and events will help public libraries give fans who are passionate about genres, characters, games, and book series plenty of reasons to return to the library again and again. Fandom programming can require planning across departments, tie-ins to collections and community partnerships, and targeted marketing. But the fun content cooked up by the three best-selling authors in this guide makes it easy to stay organized every step of way, with events broken down into components that streamline planning and facilitates coordination. 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{"id":1669490180166,"title":"Escape Rooms and Other Immersive Experiences in the Library","handle":"escape-rooms-and-other-immersive-experiences-in-the-library","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEllyssa Kroski\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e192 pages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 x 9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober 15, 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy one count, there are more than 7,200 escape room environments in 1,445 cities in 105 countries. So why not in libraries? Sharpening participants’ problem solving and collaboration skills by mashing up real-time adventure, immersive theater, gaming, and old-fashioned entertainment, they’re a natural for libraries. And, as Kroski demonstrates in this fun guide, they’re feasible for a range of audiences and library budgets. Whether you’re already an escape room aficionado who’s eager to replicate the experience at your own institution, or an intrigued novice looking for ways to enliven your programing, Kroski has got you covered. 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{"id":8329697542,"title":"Supercharged Storytimes: An Early Literacy Planning and Assessment Guide","handle":"ss-elpag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003eKathleen Campana, J. Elizabeth Mills, and Saroj Nadkarni Ghoting\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913802\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e184 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the groundbreaking research of \u003ca target=\"\" _blank=\"\" http:=\"\"\u003eVIEWS2\u003c\/a\u003e—the first systematic study of storytimes done to date—this book recommends simple interactive ways to emphasize early literacy techniques and encourage children to use and practice their pre-reading skills while preserving the delight inherent in storytime. And unlike many other storytime resources, the authors use the findings of VIEWS2 to offer guidance in performing assessment, as well as giving tips for planning and conducting storytimes. Put simply this book assists storytime presenters, children’s librarians, and others involved with early literacy by\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresenting ready-to-use planning tools based on early learning benchmarks with a clear focus on developmental stages;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edemonstrating how to foster early literacy development by inserting the VIEWS2 early literacy domains into the five practices from the second edition of Every Child Ready to ReadŒ @ your LibraryŒ;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einterweaving testimonials from storytime practitioners throughout the text to provide real-world insight;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshowing how storytime presenters can connect with parents and caregivers to promote family engagement;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproviding guidelines, worksheets, and recommendations for storytime assessment, with particular attention to self-reflection and peer-to-peer community learning;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehighlighting professional development resources that encourage sharing and problem-solving within the larger community of children’s and youth librarians; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproviding administrators with research-based evidence that supports current and future advocacy for early literacy in public library programming for children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nUsing this book’s systematic approach, readers will be able to plan their storytimes with a clear idea of what to look for in the children they serve, and then continually improve how they meet the needs of their communities.","published_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:51-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":7700,"price_min":7700,"price_max":7700,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":27879974982,"title":"Default","option1":"Default","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838913802","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Supercharged Storytimes: An Early Literacy Planning and Assessment Guide","public_title":null,"options":["Default"],"price":7700,"weight":540,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838913802"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913802.jpg?v=1533237026"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913802.jpg?v=1533237026","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Supercharged Storytimes: An Early Literacy Planning and Assessment Guide-Paperback-ALA Editions-Default-The Library Marketplace","id":92390785094,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"width":232,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913802.jpg?v=1568808634"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913802.jpg?v=1568808634","width":232}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003eKathleen Campana, J. 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{"id":8329710598,"title":"Engaging Babies in the Library: Putting Theory into Practice","handle":"ebl-ptp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDebra J. Knoll \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838914342\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e144 pages \u003cbr\u003e 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublic libraries across the nation continue to transform themselves into learning centers for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. There are many resources available to help librarians create baby-friendly play spaces and enhanced storytimes, but until now there has been gap in the literature addressing the developmental needs and changing behaviors of babies and toddlers.  Parents and caregivers can also present unique service challenges. Focusing squarely on the how of providing quality library service to babies and families, Knoll’s new book provides sensible, sensitive advice on meeting their physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs. 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Knoll \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838914342\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e144 pages \u003cbr\u003e 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublic libraries across the nation continue to transform themselves into learning centers for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. There are many resources available to help librarians create baby-friendly play spaces and enhanced storytimes, but until now there has been gap in the literature addressing the developmental needs and changing behaviors of babies and toddlers.  Parents and caregivers can also present unique service challenges. Focusing squarely on the how of providing quality library service to babies and families, Knoll’s new book provides sensible, sensitive advice on meeting their physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs. 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This book explains that what is really important about the movement is not the space, but the creativity, innovation, and resilience that go along with a successful maker program. All it takes is making some important changes to a library's programs, services, and collections to facilitate the maker mentality in their patrons, and this book shows you how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author explains what a maker is, why this movement is important, and how making fits in with educational initiatives such as STEM and STEAM as well as with library service. Her book supplies practical advice for incorporating the principles of the maker movement into library services—how to use small spaces or mobile spaces to accommodate maker programs, creating passive maker programs, providing access to making through circulating maker tools, partnering with other organizations, hosting maker faires, and more. Readers will better understand their instructional role in cultivating makers by human-centered design thinking, open source and shared learning, and implementation of an inquiry approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-08-19T13:51:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-19T13:51:11-04:00","vendor":"Libraries Unlimited","type":"Book","tags":["ABC-Clio","Publisher_Libraries Unlimited","Subject_Adult Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services"],"price":6300,"price_min":6300,"price_max":6300,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":26926536518,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9781440843860","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Creating Makers: How to Start a Learning Revolution at Your Library","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":6300,"weight":500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9781440843860"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781440843860.jpg?v=1533234326"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781440843860.jpg?v=1533234326","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Creating Makers: How to Start a Learning Revolution at Your Library-Paperback-Libraries Unlimited-The Library Marketplace","id":78452654150,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.663,"height":294,"width":195,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781440843860.jpg?v=1568797719"},"aspect_ratio":0.663,"height":294,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781440843860.jpg?v=1568797719","width":195}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMegan Egbert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781440843860 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e125 pages • 6 x 9¼ \u003cbr\u003e 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book shows you how, even with a tight budget and limited space, you can foster \"maker mentality\" in your library and help patrons reap the learning benefits of making—with or without a makerspace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust because your library is small or limited on funds doesn't mean you can't be part of the maker movement. This book explains that what is really important about the movement is not the space, but the creativity, innovation, and resilience that go along with a successful maker program. All it takes is making some important changes to a library's programs, services, and collections to facilitate the maker mentality in their patrons, and this book shows you how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author explains what a maker is, why this movement is important, and how making fits in with educational initiatives such as STEM and STEAM as well as with library service. Her book supplies practical advice for incorporating the principles of the maker movement into library services—how to use small spaces or mobile spaces to accommodate maker programs, creating passive maker programs, providing access to making through circulating maker tools, partnering with other organizations, hosting maker faires, and more. 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{"id":8329672774,"title":"Programming for Children and Teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder","handle":"pctasd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003eBarbara Klipper\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838912065\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e168 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose who understand the unique sensitivities of young people with autism spectrum disorder, now the second most commonly diagnosed serious developmental disability, know that ordinary library programming guides are not up to the task of effectively serving these library users. Klipper has presented at conferences and trained librarians from around the country in autism awareness, and the grant-funded Sensory Storytime programming she developed at The Ferguson Library in Stamford, Connecticut is a model for reaching children with autism spectrum disorder. 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Klipper has presented at conferences and trained librarians from around the country in autism awareness, and the grant-funded Sensory Storytime programming she developed at The Ferguson Library in Stamford, Connecticut is a model for reaching children with autism spectrum disorder. 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{"id":8329711686,"title":"The Librarian's Guide to Book Programs and Author Events","handle":"lgbpae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003eBrad Hooper\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913840\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e176 pages \u003cbr\u003e 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom hosting authors to planning and coordinating book activities such as book signings and book clubs, libraries are perfect venues for readers to interact directly with authors and their books. And mounting literary programming can be easier than you might think. In this guide \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e’s Brad Hooper inspires, encourages, and advises librarians in providing a wide range of programming that targets their communities of book lovers. 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{"id":1302053552198,"title":"LGBTQAI+ Books for Children and Teens: Providing a Window for All","handle":"lgbtqai-books-for-children-and-teens-providing-a-window-for-all","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-price-form field-group-fieldset col-sm-4 col-sm-push-8 col-md-push-0 col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-product-member-price field-type-number-float field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-specifications field-group-div col-sm-8 col-sm-pull-4 col-md-pull-0 col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-specs-info col-sm-6 col-sm-push-6 col-md-12 col-md-push-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-book-isbn field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristina Dorr \u0026amp; Liz Deskins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9780838916490\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label-inline\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label-inline\"\u003ePublished: 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-product-publisher field-type-entityreference field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-book-pages field-type-number-integer field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label\"\u003ePages: 168\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-book-width field-type-number-float field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e6\" x 9\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a rich and varied body of literature for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer\/questioning, asexual\/allied and intersexed young people, which can function as a mirror for LGBTQAI+ individuals and as a window for others. This resource for librarians who work with children and teens not only surveys the best in LGBTQAI+ lit but, just as importantly, offers guidance on how to share it in ways that encourage understanding and acceptance among parents, school administrators, and the wider community. Helping to fill a gap in serving this population, this guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ediscusses the path to marriage equality, how LGBTQAI+ terms have changed, and reasons to share LGBTQAI+ literature with all children;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresents annotated entries for a cross-section of the best LGBTQAI+ lit and nonfiction for young children, middle year students, and teens, with discussion questions and tips;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffers advice on sensitive issues such as starting conversations with young people, outreach to stakeholders, and dealing with objections and censorship head on; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eideas for programming and marketing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resource gives school librarians, children’s, and YA librarians the guidance and tools they need to confidently share these books with the patrons they support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2018-04-05T13:54:02-04:00","created_at":"2018-04-05T13:59:21-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services"],"price":5850,"price_min":5850,"price_max":5850,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":12079500263494,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838916490","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"LGBTQAI+ Books for Children and Teens: Providing a Window for All","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":5850,"weight":300,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dorr_300.jpg?v=1533238311"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dorr_300.jpg?v=1533238311","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"LGBTQAI+ Books for Children and Teens: Providing a Window for All-Paperback-ALA Editions-The Library Marketplace","id":606632837190,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.667,"height":300,"width":200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dorr_300.jpg?v=1569061369"},"aspect_ratio":0.667,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Dorr_300.jpg?v=1569061369","width":200}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-price-form field-group-fieldset col-sm-4 col-sm-push-8 col-md-push-0 col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-product-member-price field-type-number-float field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-specifications field-group-div col-sm-8 col-sm-pull-4 col-md-pull-0 col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-specs-info col-sm-6 col-sm-push-6 col-md-12 col-md-push-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-book-isbn field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristina Dorr \u0026amp; Liz Deskins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9780838916490\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label-inline\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label-inline\"\u003ePublished: 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-product-publisher field-type-entityreference field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-book-pages field-type-number-integer field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label\"\u003ePages: 168\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-field-book-width field-type-number-float field-label-inline clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e6\" x 9\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a rich and varied body of literature for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer\/questioning, asexual\/allied and intersexed young people, which can function as a mirror for LGBTQAI+ individuals and as a window for others. This resource for librarians who work with children and teens not only surveys the best in LGBTQAI+ lit but, just as importantly, offers guidance on how to share it in ways that encourage understanding and acceptance among parents, school administrators, and the wider community. Helping to fill a gap in serving this population, this guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ediscusses the path to marriage equality, how LGBTQAI+ terms have changed, and reasons to share LGBTQAI+ literature with all children;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresents annotated entries for a cross-section of the best LGBTQAI+ lit and nonfiction for young children, middle year students, and teens, with discussion questions and tips;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffers advice on sensitive issues such as starting conversations with young people, outreach to stakeholders, and dealing with objections and censorship head on; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eideas for programming and marketing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resource gives school librarians, children’s, and YA librarians the guidance and tools they need to confidently share these books with the patrons they support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}

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Edward Evans, Margaret Zarnosky Saponaro, Holland Christie, and Carol Sinwell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781610696371\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e496 pages • 7 x 10 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovering every essential topic ranging from circulation and literacy instruction to reference and security, this benchmark text provides an up-to-date, broadly based view of library public service and its functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplying essential, foundational reading for students of library public services as well as an up-to-date overview for practitioners who wish to refresh their knowledge or acquaint themselves with a new area of responsibility, this book's broad and solid coverage will benefit anyone concerned with developing or maintaining the public face of the library. A revision and expansion of Libraries Unlimited's \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Library Public Services: Seventh Edition\u003c\/i\u003e, this edition has new chapters covering such topics as e-resources, collections, print and other media, and facilities and funding. Additionally, every chapter has been substantially updated and reorganized to better reflect the role of technology in library services today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book begins with background information on public services in libraries and an analysis of the library's public service philosophy. Then, the authors delve into staffing and assessment of services, moving logically to major functional areas of public services—reference, instruction, document delivery, circulation and reserves, collections, programming, safety and security issues, and facilities and funding. Real-life anecdotes from public, academic, and school libraries illustrate principles and concepts throughout the book. 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Today's librarians are often barraged with increasingly complex questions from their patrons about technology—from loading eBooks onto their readers to helping resurrect dead laptops. Why not capitalize on this opportunity and transform your library into a first-stop, go-to resource for your community's tech needs?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaising the Tech Bar at Your Library: Improving Services to Meet User Needs\u003c\/em\u003e demonstrates a variety of ways to expand library services to better serve your community, including how to establish tech bars and tech centers, provide tech training and one-on-one tech help, host drop-in demos, and create a coding \"dojo.\" The book covers after-school programs, makerspaces, and embedded librarianship as well. The authors draw on their personal experience to offer a practical blueprint for launching your tech initiative, starting with the preliminary steps of evaluating community needs and getting administrative and public buy-in to obtaining funding, training non-tech staff, setting up and launching your program, and evaluating the services you've established. The book ends with a look to the future that supplies provocative and exciting ideas of how libraries with innovative, tech-focused leadership can push the edge even further. 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The book ends with a look to the future that supplies provocative and exciting ideas of how libraries with innovative, tech-focused leadership can push the edge even further. 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{"id":8329703622,"title":"The Handbook for Storytime Programs","handle":"hsp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudy Freeman and Caroline Feller Bauer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838912652 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e616 pages \u003cbr\u003e 7 x 10 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLibrarians, teachers, parents, and caregivers can energize storytimes and curricula with this informative and entertaining resource filled with engaging and creative ways to integrate storytelling and story-related materials into programs for children, ages birth–12. Readers will find a treasure trove of tales, books, songs, and poems to share, plus a host of exciting and easily adaptable children’s literature-based activities. 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{"id":10519719180,"title":"Summer Matters: Making All Learning Count","handle":"smmalc-alae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElizabeth M. McChesney and Bryan W. Wunar; illustrated by Steve Musgrave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13: 9780838915615 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e128 pages • 8½ x 11\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published: 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSummer reading for children is a long standing and cherished tradition in public libraries across America, but today’s kids need to master new skills and competencies. Today’s summer programming needs to move beyond reading to engage children with hands-on activities, thus keeping their brains active even when school’s out. Here, a team of librarians and educators from the Chicago Public Library (CPL) and Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry present a guide based on their award-winning, STEAM-inspired approach. They outline practical steps for libraries and cultural institutions to partner in creating a sustainable summer learning program that’s both fun and educational. This book\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e explains what STEAM is and why it’s important for libraries;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides evidence-based research on summer slide, the achievement gap, and 21st century learning skills;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewalks readers through building a cultural partnership, collaborating efficiently, and sustaining the relationship into the future;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffers tips for managing institutional change;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides guidance for developing a new vision for summer at the library, with pointers on adding learning tracks to existing programs and addressing design challenges;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edetails how CPL evaluates and assesses their program; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes templates for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), mission statement, logic model, and sample Summer Learning Challenge evaluations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eLoaded with innovative program ideas, this resource will ensure that learning continues even while school is out.","published_at":"2017-04-28T16:08:11-04:00","created_at":"2017-04-28T16:08:11-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":7000,"price_min":7000,"price_max":7000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":38668521420,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838915615 ","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Summer Matters: Making All Learning Count","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":7000,"weight":500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915615.jpeg?v=1533237643"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915615.jpeg?v=1533237643","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Summer Matters: Making All Learning Count-Paperback-ALA Editions-The Library Marketplace","id":256302678086,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"width":232,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915615.jpeg?v=1568953466"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838915615.jpeg?v=1568953466","width":232}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElizabeth M. 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They outline practical steps for libraries and cultural institutions to partner in creating a sustainable summer learning program that’s both fun and educational. 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{"id":8329700934,"title":"Counting Down to Kindergarten: A Complete Guide to Creating a School Readiness Program for Your Community","handle":"cdk-cgcsrpc","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR. Lynn Baker \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913338\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e144 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe public library is in the perfect position as a community resource to help bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten; however, starting from scratch can feel daunting. In this guide, Baker combines her background in early childhood education with her experience as a youth services programming specialist to present a school readiness program that can be tailored for any public library. Based on the successful framework of her tried and tested original program, this book offers everything that a public library needs in order to get started, including\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA six-week schedule of detailed lesson plans which combine the best practices of the Every Child Ready to Read® (ECRR) Second Edition (talking, singing, reading, writing, playing) with nationally identified school readiness skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA six-month family calendar with activities to help parents engage their children in activities that foster early literacy and school readiness skills at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips for maintaining a collaborative relationship with early childhood stakeholders and policymakers to help maintain a program that fits the school readiness needs of the local community\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific examples of successful school readiness programs and partnerships from public library systems across the country\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaker’s guide will help public libraries ensure that young children are ready for school from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-08-31T12:27:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-31T12:27:02-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":6700,"price_min":6700,"price_max":6700,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":27879994054,"title":"Default","option1":"Default","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838913338","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Counting Down to Kindergarten: A Complete Guide to Creating a School Readiness Program for Your Community","public_title":null,"options":["Default"],"price":6700,"weight":200,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838913338"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913338.jpg?v=1533237041"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913338.jpg?v=1533237041","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Counting Down to Kindergarten: A Complete Guide to Creating a School Readiness Program for Your Community-Paperback-ALA Editions-Default-The Library Marketplace","id":92391047238,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"width":232,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913338.jpg?v=1568808634"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913338.jpg?v=1568808634","width":232}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR. Lynn Baker \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913338\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e144 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe public library is in the perfect position as a community resource to help bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten; however, starting from scratch can feel daunting. In this guide, Baker combines her background in early childhood education with her experience as a youth services programming specialist to present a school readiness program that can be tailored for any public library. 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{"id":8329715526,"title":"Becoming a Media Mentor: A Guide for Working with Children and Families","handle":"bmm-gwcf","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonour a mentor with a donation to the OLA Mentoring Fund! Your donation supports the creation and sustainability of OLA mentorship programs. \u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.accessola.org\/WEB\/OLA\/About\/Donations\/Honour_a_Mentor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Honour a Mentor and Donate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to learn more about the OLA Mentoring Fund.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaudia Haines, Cen Campbell, and the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838914632 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e144 pages \u003cbr\u003e 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a time of rapidly changing technologies, the role of the youth services librarian has expanded to include the realm of digital media. Supporting children’s literacy now means serving as a media mentor. This book empowers youth services staff to confidently assist families and caregivers as they navigate the digital world, guiding them towards digital media experiences that will translate into positive and productive lifelong learning skills, regardless of format. 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Your donation supports the creation and sustainability of OLA mentorship programs. \u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.accessola.org\/WEB\/OLA\/About\/Donations\/Honour_a_Mentor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Honour a Mentor and Donate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to learn more about the OLA Mentoring Fund.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClaudia Haines, Cen Campbell, and the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838914632 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e144 pages \u003cbr\u003e 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a time of rapidly changing technologies, the role of the youth services librarian has expanded to include the realm of digital media. 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{"id":2048085033030,"title":"Libraries and Gardens: Growing Together","handle":"libraries-and-gardens-growing-together","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"author\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrie Scott Banks and Cindy Mediavilla\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"commerce-product-field commerce-product-field-field-presale-message field-field-presale-message node-13854-product-field-presale-message commerce-product-field-empty\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-product field-group-html-element row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-book-details field-group-htabs col-md-9 field-group-easy-responsive-tabs-nav-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"group-book-details-node-book-full\" class=\"field-group-easy-responsive-tabs-processed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"resp-tabs-container group-book-details field-group-htabs col-md-9 \"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"resp-tab-content resp-tab-content-active\" aria-labelledby=\"tab_item-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoman philosopher Cicero once remarked that “if you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” Today, libraries nationwide are beginning to incorporate gardens into their public services. 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