[Michlib-l] Youth & Teen Services Updates

[Lancaster, Cathy (MDE)]

2021 LSTA Grant Programs from Library of Michigan
The Library of Michigan LSTA grants programs are open for 2021! Two grants programs open for applications this year. Detailed information on the grant programs, including timelines, applicant eligibility, and the applications are available at www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTAxMjkuMzQyMDE1NzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL25hMDEuc2FmZWxpbmtzLnByb3RlY3Rpb24ub3V0bG9vay5jb20vP3VybD1odHRwJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3Lm1pY2hpZ2FuLmdvdiUyRmxzdGEmZGF0YT0wMiU3QzAxJTdDUmVpc2hLJTQwbWljaGlnYW4uZ292JTdDNjkyYjk1Zjc2MTk3NDU2Y2QwZDEwOGQ2NzI1M2E2NTUlN0NkNWZiNzA4NzM3Nzc0MmFkOTY2YTg5MmVmNDcyMjVkMSU3QzAlN0MwJTdDNjM2ODIyMTAwOTIzNzEyMzc3JnNkYXRhPUtOVml0aHhLR3ZDdW1JRHlzZVJmbDBLMWdGa0JkMXBsbUVwc3BWdjU3MUElM0QmcmVzZXJ2ZWQ9MCJ9.mqsr2ffFWZE8AJbjhgbp6mqghehQFlfcW_3ItIulLmM%2Fs%2F597539915%2Fbr%2F94450557925-l&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C6d46038942f64d4e946108d8c46726c2%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637475294601316108%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=b%2F33SlwNWv2ASJSO4G6gzJylXKlduuu%2B7OaSP0HCqts%3D&reserved=0> in the respective grant sections. We recommend reading the documentation thoroughly before applying.

  *   Improving Access to Information Grant program - An application webinar<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=370&> is Thursday, April 8th at 2:00 PM.
  *   Public Library Services Grant program - An application webinar<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=369&> is Thursday, February 11th at 2:00 PM.
Go to www.Mi.gov/LSTA<http://www.Mi.gov/LSTA> for details.
YALSA
Teen Programming HQ Survey
YALSA would like to gather feedback<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db9b7f12a0545b1a14ef19a691%26id%3D4e845b4731%26e%3D55dff2545f&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C49f76e763df74071fef708d8c2f9e529%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473725837421225%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=2TzOyxrnnoRRgTp4d%2FhCMR4Yjnb%2B0r5q1DRkjiBKSh0%3D&reserved=0> about its programming database, Teen Programming HQ<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db9b7f12a0545b1a14ef19a691%26id%3Dd34b03b8a0%26e%3D55dff2545f&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C49f76e763df74071fef708d8c2f9e529%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473725837431182%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=tcyhGH8xEmSzHns1jzcuTnIJERoWjHij4KejgzbqgU8%3D&reserved=0>. The feedback you provide will help us assess and improve the database. Please complete the survey<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db9b7f12a0545b1a14ef19a691%26id%3D1332ded41e%26e%3D55dff2545f&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C49f76e763df74071fef708d8c2f9e529%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473725837431182%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=Rvl26E3oVJYtR8sth0kEdfxCUvjrIcvHTJTj%2FwnaOy4%3D&reserved=0> by Feb 22.


ALSC
Zoom Storytime Catastrophes and Other Online Disasters
"If the last nine (ten? eleven?) months have taught me anything, it's that things I thought I had completely mastered, like storytime, might have to be redesigned - and not to take it personally when my internet connection drops at entirely the wrong moment!"
Read more<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.informz.net%2Fz%2FcjUucD9taT05ODI4MzA1JnA9MSZ1PTEwMDc0NDk1MzEmbGk9ODM4MTA1ODc%2Findex.html&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C5da25c4983f54f91ae9508d8c2f79dd2%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473716053552991%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=0Ct3vQOGZYz%2F0ATwX%2Bx42zUJtuoFLXd71Ei1NSAME8g%3D&reserved=0> from this fun blog post written by ALSC Member, Chelsey Roos!

ALSC's Winter Online Courses<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Falsc%2Felearning%2Fcourses&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ce4f8db8f92954f95374e08d8c3f18b9a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637474789491663884%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=eLDVgC6p8piyTvJgUZwZcqhZS0JDiGVOtWyW5FII40I%3D&reserved=0> begin next week - if you're looking for online CE opportunities, check out our upcoming courses below!
Contemporary Issues in Action: Ethics for Librarians<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Falsc%2Fcontemporary-issues-action-ethics-librarians&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ce4f8db8f92954f95374e08d8c3f18b9a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637474789491673842%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=pEGpH2ngXP5cPC2U%2BOhltkVedpHWhnN0rcTZKpYAlfs%3D&reserved=0> - Polarization and social change are impacting communities across the U.S., and librarians may often navigate situations that may challenge personal and professional values. As award winning YA books are challenged, the Black Lives Matter movement focuses public attention on the realities of racism, Drag Queen Story Hour raises headlines and eyebrows, and extreme groups have gained access to mainstream forums, librarians may face many diverse conflicts in public service. Through case analysis, readings, and discussion, this course will address how librarians can explore and rely on professional ethics to address and resolve conflicts. This course is designed as an introduction to the principles of moral reasoning in application with special consideration of the tensions that may arise in professional ethics for librarians.
Full STREAM Ahead: How to take Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) to the next level with maker kits<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Falsc%2Ffull-stream-ahead-how-take-science-technology-engineering-and-math-stem-next-level-maker-kits&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ce4f8db8f92954f95374e08d8c3f18b9a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637474789491673842%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=hA6d%2FNnAiMZTOT34jObD2UMb06%2B5l5GaJmqtvWzXiOg%3D&reserved=0> - STEM introduced children to multiple areas of science. STEAM brought art into the mix. STREAM takes all areas including reading and writing and stresses the importance of cross curriculum education. All correlations should be natural and we will work on the kits that can be adapted to be used with multi-age groups and in current library environments.
ALA
The 2021 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F2021.alaannual.org%2F&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cf4549abbadbf41aa542008d8c3f1aeef%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637474790080838577%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=MPRIQUaycLqLucdE3uTlxgIxNCIMq7HttsQ6SafL99w%3D&reserved=0> scheduled for June 23-29 in Chicago will take place virtually.  "COVID-19 has profoundly changed the library world - and, of course, the wider world around us. But I'm buoyed by the incredible determination, resilience and community-building I've seen in the past year," ALA Executive Director Tracie D. Hall said. "As a body, ALA has proven nimble and unflappable in the face of adversity and we will continue to prioritize safety, even as we strive to innovate the digital conference experience to widen attendance and deepen engagement well after this period. Based on the incredible response that Virtual Midwinter 2021 received, we look forward to a dynamic Annual Conference program guaranteed to illuminate, inform and inspire."

The Be The Change Book Bundle<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.informz.net%2Fz%2FcjUucD9taT05ODMxMzI2JnA9MSZ1PTEwMDc0NDk1MzEmbGk9ODM4NTc4MzM%2Findex.html&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cae29b8067bae40a03daa08d8c3ca6fa9%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637474621686344178%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=k4f2DCWipoL1VZubqKtClb%2BuBZNqZtO5S%2BTehbAzkfM%3D&reserved=0> offers best-selling books by today's leading Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) authors, with a portion of every sale benefiting ALA, Spectrum Scholars, and the Freedom to Read Foundation. From Black History to Afrofuturism with a dash of direct action, this bundle provides a great reading list to deepen your knowledge, expand conversations, and share the vision of a more equitable future. The Humble Book Bundle: Be the Change Supporting the ALA<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.informz.net%2Fz%2FcjUucD9taT05ODMxMzI2JnA9MSZ1PTEwMDc0NDk1MzEmbGk9ODM4NTc4MzM%2Findex.html&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cae29b8067bae40a03daa08d8c3ca6fa9%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637474621686344178%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=k4f2DCWipoL1VZubqKtClb%2BuBZNqZtO5S%2BTehbAzkfM%3D&reserved=0> lasts through Feb. 8.

Latinx Family Engagement
The Institute of Museum and Library Services<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.imls.gov%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C71cbe23394b04b17728d08d8c25a71f0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473041014444948%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=AViiTGOVDroMYzs7djBr5i42ANovmIMeKWQhxzHvyrY%3D&reserved=0> (IMLS) awarded a planning grant to the Public Library Association<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Fpla%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C71cbe23394b04b17728d08d8c25a71f0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473041014454905%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=1tMsc7iXcJZJ1xLMw6nwjPRmW4KpuQ2WQ5%2BIV45oNgc%3D&reserved=0> (PLA) and the National Center for Families Learning<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.familieslearning.org%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C71cbe23394b04b17728d08d8c25a71f0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473041014454905%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=NOGeeVM5eExAiyvkWSlc4V3fFNVsqTWJMYxX71fRXx4%3D&reserved=0> (NCFL). Our project, Exploring a Program Co-Design Approach to Better Serve and Engage Low-income, Latinx Communities<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Fpla%2Finitiatives%2Ffamilyengagement%2Flatinx&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C71cbe23394b04b17728d08d8c25a71f0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473041014464862%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=KQVBt5%2Ft7N5LPvYpt28Fz6W0oyRCYOkVj11I6NmIXRU%3D&reserved=0>, will develop and document methods for how library staff can support Latinx parent participation. Working in three (urban, suburban, and rural) locations, PLA and NCFL will identify culturally-responsive practices and resources that fully and authentically engage historically marginalized Latinx communities in library programs.
As part of the project PLA and NCFL are collecting literature, program examples, and input from public libraries nationwide. To that end, we are asking PLA members to complete a survey to inform the project. Please complete the survey linked below no later than February 9, 2021. Feel free to forward to colleagues in your library who may not have received it directly. The survey is available in both English and Spanish.
Follow this link to the Survey: Take the Survey<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpla.iad1.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_3F1WRm7BThn7oy1%3FQ_DL%3D7CZjwqRyAtLmFxz_3F1WRm7BThn7oy1_CGC_grz1nXwk0vDMuaT%26Q_CHL%3Demail&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C71cbe23394b04b17728d08d8c25a71f0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637473041014464862%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=%2FE3QsD4Fcfj0DsbMhIrZClUOIdz7M1P2oOOJcPN1uWU%3D&reserved=0>
MLA
Registration is open for Spring Institute for Youth Services 2021
Check out details at milibraries.org/spring-institute<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D001pplCSRBwqyrWV28XUDAhqQmj8Ev_kUK0QLGwoIO9zsJHoKy1VgCApjmM1z5TNga0CNLbQDyfO2wgafMA8AzLwmR4f-kQIp5FaOP01tw5wl-wjOA0o6-VGr5gzMyewLqfR7_7EhrdCD0-g6UXmTr2QSKjctVSK8DoiV989xxqTSc%3D%26c%3DUgxwbwkc04LfGbkN54Ysazj1tHRmYeCgTPfUp6606r_xX3WgqBXUsg%3D%3D%26ch%3D3839XAyQn1OSWPV3-uiX9cSc6zfZy-zriAEbS8wykC-Ohk2SWc1asQ%3D%3D&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C0d43ee1adac2457cbe5108d8c3e5b794%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637474738697226345%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=8CGCGG7o0HtOlwzrY0C89gEBKLgS6O%2BsYQCAAuHTelU%3D&reserved=0> and register today.
Join MLA March 11-12, 2021 for a virtual conference sure to spark your creativity and energy in making youth library programs and outreach possible for all.
Spring Institute for Youth Services 2021 Virtual Conference is all about sparking connections and possibilities. MLA is offering both individual and group rates, and students are free.

In the News...

Michigan asks for a waiver of standardized testing for 2021<https://apnews.com/article/michigan-coronavirus-pandemic-standardized-testing-betsy-devos-445544c98bc848f74354e60f77a0d3a0> - AP, 1.25.21

Fixating on Pandemic "Learning Loss" Undermines the Need to Transform Education<https://truthout.org/articles/fixating-on-pandemic-learning-loss-undermines-the-need-to-transform-education/> - Truthout, 1.18.21

Time to Double or Upgrade Masks as Coronavirus Variants Emerge, Experts Say<https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/01/27/double-mask-variants-guidance/> - Washington Post, 1.27.21

We won a right to literacy in Detroit. Much work remains for equity.<https://www.bridgemi.com/guest-commentary/opinion-we-won-right-literacy-detroit-much-work-remains-equity> - Bridge, 1.23.21

Procrastination Is More Than Putting Things Off. Here's How to Kick the Habit<https://www.npr.org/2021/01/11/955692434/procrastination-is-more-than-putting-things-off-heres-how-to-kick-the-habit> - NPR, 1.28.21

LM's Best Storytime Practices series is back with Jenifer Strauss from Story Be Told!
Grab-And-Go, Tell-And-Do<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D352%26&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C1a4db52f0dca4e1a8a3b08d8b0bdd6f3%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637453676692988291%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=mxRuMbaLu9AuHUzj88s0PsiFPzHKFe0miL0pIHbkjqs%3D&reserved=0>
February 23, 2021
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET
During the pandemic, Youth Librarians have had to provide alternative programming to serve their young patrons and families. Virtual Storytime and curbside pick-ups have become the norm. But, what if some of these pandemic practices can remain and promote language and literacy at home? Join Storyteller and Narrative Coach, Jenifer Strauss to learn how to put together five new literacy-based language experience kits for families to GRAB at the library, take home and DO together. Instructions and material lists will be provided.

Helping Children Build a Bigger Vocabulary<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D353%26&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C1a4db52f0dca4e1a8a3b08d8b0bdd6f3%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637453676692998253%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=p6Xk1C5WvsdcUnlWycdMwctMyM7CFNY078D5G3KcaCw%3D&reserved=0>
March 23, 2021
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET
Intentional and diverse language experiences are the key to helping children build a bigger vocabulary and establish reading readiness. Storytelling and Narrative Coach, Jenifer Strauss will use the five practices of early literacy featured in Ready to Read Michigan to present activities designed to intentionally provide young patrons with a plethora of interactive vocabulary building opportunities. Handouts provided.

The Power of Pre-writing and Writing Activities with Kids<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D354%26&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C1a4db52f0dca4e1a8a3b08d8b0bdd6f3%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637453676692998253%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=amSdEEC8pP7EeUN7Ry7R3Kbgd7hu4omgMBu8VbtbnSc%3D&reserved=0>
April 20, 2021
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET
We know that there is a strong literacy connection between speaking, reading and writing. Every storytime should include pre-writing or writing activities to support language and literacy skills in our young patrons but, it is often the hardest element to include.  Storytelling and Literacy Coach, Jenifer Strauss will share a process for providing engaging writing activities in your storytime plans to enrich your programs and provide parents with ways to extend the language experience when they get home.

These programs are made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan.

Have a good weekend,
Cathy Lancaster
Youth Services Coordinator
Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915
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