[Michlib-l] Youth & Teen Services Updates

[Lancaster, Cathy (MDE)]

Last Chance to Register!
Imagine Your Story Workshop
Plan your 2020 summer programs with nationally known storyteller Will Stuck<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3Ds8bkDpGgniw&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C319f8bb1a32f41e5befd08d758b600a1%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637075411026244589&sdata=AvuNItbT7t23x4riM8szZsAdFl0SYtu1Th1EsGUYfks%3D&reserved=0> & get the most from programming, decorating, and networking with your fellow librarians across the state.  Later in the day you’ll have the chance to experience virtually reality and learn from NMU Professor Kevin McDonough on your different VR options and brainstorm with others on how to offer programming and outreach around VR.  (Programming for ALL AGES)
Space is limited, so register now:
Monday, November 18 at Bloomfield Township Public Library<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D230&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C319f8bb1a32f41e5befd08d758b600a1%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637075411026254585&sdata=u0eO65rLewkrRXaDdCd8stBmq3rKiE%2Fxa5AtAZMg86g%3D&reserved=0> (waitlist only)
Tuesday, November 19 at Portage District Library<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D231&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C319f8bb1a32f41e5befd08d758b600a1%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637075411026254585&sdata=qwap7vFxe2nhkDFKvTnHX0wve2k536Oltohiscf3ar4%3D&reserved=0>
Thursday, November 21 at Otsego County Library<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D232&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C319f8bb1a32f41e5befd08d758b600a1%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637075411026264578&sdata=%2Bk1TJHIs%2F0aBgCTghauN0uk%2Bmua48Z3bgpZC9GSDv%2BY%3D&reserved=0>
Fee: $30 includes lunch. Doors open at 9:00am; Workshop runs 9:30am-4:30pm
This program is supported in part by the Museum for Institute and Library Services.
Webinars

Summer Reading 2020
Imagine Your Story: Ideas & Tips from the Library of Michigan’s Youth Services Advisory Council<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventRegistration.jsp?event=264&>
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
2:00 PM ET
Programming ideas and tips for the Collaborative Summer Library Program’s 2020 summer reading program, “Imagine Your Story,” will be shared from your peers in the field.
This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Best Storytime Practices: an interactive webinar series with Jenifer Strauss
Stepping Gently Outside of Your Comfort Zone! With Jenifer Strauss<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventRegistration.jsp?event=267&>
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
2:00 PM ET
So…you have been doing Storytime for years! You have a reliable plan and you have developed your own special storytime groove! That is wonderful! But…maybe it’s time shake it up and try something new!
In this interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will encourage you to step gently out of your comfort zone and create storytime programs with a new twist and some unique razz-a-ma-taz! Jen will be presenting innovative, “Out of the Box” ideas for storytime planning and model NEW use-right-away songs, stories and activities.
In this webinar you will:

  *   Learn how to insert cool yoga moves into your next storytime
  *   Add more movement using oddly interactive props and games
  *   Learn to use large group writing projects as a story time finale
  *   Sandwich each storytime with memorable beginnings and endings beyond songs
  *   Collaborate with community partners to offer a Pop-up Storytimes in new and different places!
This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Parade of Elephants: Ready to Read Michigan 2020 with Jenifer Strauss<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventRegistration.jsp?event=266&>
Thursday, February 20, 2020
2:00 PM ET
In 2020, the Library of Michigan’s Ready to Read Michigan program will feature the book, Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes. In this informative and interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will feature Parade of Elephants and then share a plethora of ideas to build a storytime for your youngest patrons using this sweet, action-filled story. In this webinar you will:

  *   Be introduced to the book: Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes with several examples for how to share it with your youngest patrons and caregivers.
  *   Include the Five Practices with Elephant songs, dances and activities!
  *   Sing and tell other interactive songs and stories that partner well with the featured book.
  *   Learn “Act it Out and Play Options” for the theme that include patterns, counting, colors and opposites.
This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Beyond Storytime: The Care and Feeding of Teens at Your Library with Jenifer Strauss<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventRegistration.jsp?event=265&>
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
2:00 PM ET
“If you feed them, they might come”, but food alone will not keep teens coming back to your library for more! A sense of place, belonging and strong programming will.
Don your hard hats and take a journey inside the teenage brain with former sixth grade teacher, Institute on Media and the Family speaker and Storyteller, Jenifer Strauss. Find out “why they act that way” and what it takes to really connect with tweens and teens at your library.
In this webinar you will:

  *   Understand the workings of the teenage brain
  *   Learn new programming ideas that will entice teens
  *   Find out how to create a Teen Advocacy Group & attract teen volunteers
  *   Discover ways to funnel teen creativity into programs that focus on contribution
  *   Learn how to collaborate with community partners that offer what teens need
This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

STAR Net Webinars:
Citizen Science Month (and Beyond!) at Your Library: Ideas, Tips, and Resources from SciStarter and STAR Net<https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_S7_Pw4z2SnS4qzGq67hCvQ>
Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. (ET), 2:00 p.m. (CT), 1:00 p.m. (MT), 12:00 p.m. (PT)
Citizen science can open up a world of free STEAM learning opportunities for library patrons. From identifying butterflies to measuring light pollution, citizen science offers unique ways to engage every patron and allow them to contribute to the greater scientific community. With welcoming environments and equitable access to resources, libraries can serve as a central hub for citizen science in their communities! The STAR Library Network (STAR Net) is excited to showcase impactful STEAM learning opportunities that put a focus on the Earth, such as citizen science, in 2020.
With support from the National Library of Medicine and based on feedback from the Citizen Science Association’s “Citizen Science Day” working group, SciStarter and Arizona State University are pleased to announce “Citizen Science Month” (April 2020)! Tune in to this webinar to discover how you can access many free resources to help introduce, shape, or support citizen science in your library.
Register here:http://www.starnetlibraries.org/event/citizen-science-month-at-your-library/

Imagine Your Story… with a STEAM Twist!<https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oOg-0r8mQqWVqDaSaLCmng>
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. (ET), 3:00 p.m. (CT), 2:00 p.m. (MT), 1:00 p.m. (PT)
It’s never too early to start thinking about next summer! When designing your programming for the 2020 theme, “Imagine Your Story,” remember to look up at the night sky for inspiration. Join the STAR Net team and Luke Kralik, Organizational Coordinator for CSLP, to learn all about this year’s theme and exciting, hands-on STEAM activities that will help you bring it to life at your library. We’ll discuss programming ideas, useful resources, and tips for engaging your community!
Register here: http://www.starnetlibraries.org/event/imagine-your-story-with-a-steam-twist/

Read By Grade Three
The Library of Michigan, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Education, created a brochure for public libraries to share with parents and caregivers called Read by Grade Three: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers from Your Library<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fdocuments%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FLM_2019_Read_by_Grade_Three_Trifold_final_accessible_667057_7.pdf&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ce1ecd5dab0d446e07fb608d76153f1c7%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637084885563609805&sdata=iDKrv5jFHXHBJILrM2u%2BhAVyUK8zcMvpM3bZYp2BEOo%3D&reserved=0>.  Additional resources and information can be found on the Read by Grade Three Law<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmde%2F0%2C4615%2C7-140-28753_74161-498394--%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ce1ecd5dab0d446e07fb608d76153f1c7%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637084885563609805&sdata=%2BpGWsyeb8ppQfFhSkrLJDIgYbB9mjiBpkzCCfstnsfQ%3D&reserved=0> site from the Michigan Department of Education.

Programming & Grants

As a celebration of the centennial of Children’s Book Week<https://everychildareader.net/cbw/collaborativeposter-2019/> they’re presenting a 12-artist Collaborative Poster! Read Now ● Read Forever.
Throughout 2019 the full poster will be revealed one panel at a time. Each individual illustration will be available to print and distribute to children, teens, and book lovers everywhere. #BookWeek100

MiniGrant from Libraries Ready to Code: http://www.ala.org/tools/readytocode/minigrant $300 for school or public libraries facilitating a program for Computer Science Education Week<https://csedweek.org/>, Dec 9-15th.

Special Needs Services Round Table
If you would like to discuss accessibility services, adaptive programming and/or assistive technology for all ages in libraries, please join us for the next Special Needs Services Roundtable (SNSR) meeting!
The SNSR Meeting will be on December 5, 2019, 1 - 3 pm, at the Library of Michigan. The Superiorland Library Cooperative has offered the option to join the meeting virtually via Zoom for those who cannot attend in person. Please email taggartj at btpl.org<mailto:taggartj at btpl.org> to let her know if you would like to attend virtually or meet with us in person at the Library of Michigan by November 25. .

Cathy Lancaster
Youth Services Coordinator
Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915
LancasterC5 at michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5 at michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan>
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