[Michlib-l] Youth & Teen Services Updates

[Lancaster, Cathy (MDE)]

Resources
Let Freedom Read - Banned Books Week Oct 1-7, 2023
Banned Books Week was launched in 1982; the annual event highlights the value of free and open access to information and brings together the entire book community - librarians, educators, authors, publishers, booksellers, and readers of all types - in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas. For 2023 LaVar Burton is the Honorary<https://bannedbooksweek.org/levar-burton-to-lead-2023-banned-books-week-as-honorary-chair/> Chair<https://bannedbooksweek.org/levar-burton-to-lead-2023-banned-books-week-as-honorary-chair/>. For promotional tools, programming ideas, and action items, go to https://bannedbooksweek.org/.

Children's Book Council
The CBC Graphic Novel Committee presents the 2023 Graphic Novel Debut YA Book Buzz Virtual Panel on Thursday, October 19 at 6-7 PM ET. Teachers, Librarians, and Booksellers: You're Invited! RSVP by October 12<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgVpT-74Tmf8BgAJOOEXzjbIrG7kOCxC-ANMDrAIO_c1tFAQ/viewform>.
Join publishing house editors and marketing professionals as they each enthuse about a debut YA graphic novel published this year! RSVP now.<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgVpT-74Tmf8BgAJOOEXzjbIrG7kOCxC-ANMDrAIO_c1tFAQ/viewform>

ALSC Survey Request
Colleague Kerri Williams and Marybeth Kozikowski are writing an article all about Easy Readers for Children & Libraries. They are taking a wide survey of librarians from across the country to learn more about Easy/Early Reader Leveling Systems and how they work within your library, as well as your thoughts and opinions. They are collecting data without any prejudices for or against any leveling or shelving system; they simply want to get a big-picture idea of what libraries are doing. They would love your input. If you have a moment to fill out this very brief (12 questions) survey, they'd be grateful! All the results will be published anonymously, so please feel free to share with others.  Here's the link: https://forms.gle/vUySNLzJNzfKzEz86<https://forms.gle/vUySNLzJNzfKzEz86?fbclid=IwAR33OyFGS7nS6SD5yy7oZgax9003gxhNqDNejTzfWsxP8C4cc_T_7DB07L4>

Mock Ezra Jack Keats Award
Give your students (grades K-12) a vote...and a chance to choose the 2024 EZK picture book that best:

  *   Celebrates the universal experience of childhood,
  *   Reflects our diverse population,

  *   Honors the importance of family and community.
While this toolkit<https://www.ejkf.org/mock-ejk-award-lesson-plans-materials/> is based on a number of actual Mock EJK Award programs, please feel free to modify it to best serve your needs.

PCI Webinars
This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

  *   Growing Up in Public: Supporting Families in the Digital Age<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=3072>

October 11 at 2pm ET

  *   Bilingual Storytimes: The Basics<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=3074>

October 25 at 2pm ET

Are you or your staff looking to develop your skills with professional development opportunities either in or out of state? The Library Continuing Education Stipend program<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/scholarships/library-continuing-education-stipend-program> can support travel and registration costs by providing financial support for library staff continuing education. To find the full array of training and continuing education opportunities supported and offered by the Library of Michigan visit the Continuing Education site at Michigan.gov/LibraryCE<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce>. Links to WebJunction, United for Libraries, the LM CE calendar<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing-education-opportunities>, and the Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> can all be found there.
This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
In the News...
"Libraries are places for everybody." A Conversation with Jason Reynolds<https://ilovelibraries.org/article/libraries-are-places-for-everybody-a-conversation-with-jason-reynolds/> - I love Libraries, 9/19/23
Don't Worry About 'Book Bans'<https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-dont-worry-about-book-bans/2023/09> - Education Weekly, 9/15/23
Study finds Michigan students losing broadband access after pandemic assistance<https://www.wkar.org/wkar-news/2023-09-28/study-finds-michigan-students-losing-broadband-access-after-pandemic-assistance> - WKAR, 9/28/23
Upcoming LM Youth Services Workshops
Leap into Science
10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET
Thursday, November 2, 2023 - at the Library of Michigan<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=3051>

The Detroit Zoological Society and the Library of Michigan are excited to announce the return of Leap into Science training for public libraries. Participating public libraries will receive information and training on what you need to run the Leap "Light & Shadow," "Wind," and "Balance" based STEM programs.
Leap into Science is a nationwide program developed by The Franklin Institute Science Museum that integrates open-ended science activities with children's books, designed for children ages 3-10 and their families. The program empowers educators to offer workshops in community settings like libraries, museums, and out-of-school time programs to engage underserved audiences in accessible and familiar settings. Attending this training would make you a Partner Organization in our on-going Michigan Cohort. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventList.jsp> is limited.

Transforming Teen Services
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, November 20, 2023 - at the Library of Michigan<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=3052>

Join the growing LM cohort of Transforming Teen Services as we explore YALSA's core concepts of "Connected Learning" and "Computational Thinking," discuss how public libraries are already using it, and how to implement it in library communities.  Discussion will center on the use of these practices to support equity in youth programming.  Breakout sessions will further best practices regarding trending topics related to teen services. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of their work with teens and discussion questions!
Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventList.jsp> is limited, lunch will be provided.

These workshops 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 week,
Cathy Lancaster
Youth Services Coordinator
Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915
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