[Michlib-l] Youth & Teen Services Updates

[Lancaster, Cathy (MDE)]

Color Our World(tm) Programming Manuals and more!
The 2025 Color Our World(tm) online programming manual code was sent to all public library directors on 10/14/24. Directors, please be sure to forward that on to staff implementing summer library programs. Not a library director but still in need of that code? Complete this form https://bit.ly/CSLP2025manual with your official public library email. The CSLP Store for 2025's Color Our World(tm) summer reading theme is now open<https://shop.cslpreads.org/>. There is also a virtual 2025 catalog<https://shop.cslpreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/CSLP_2025_ProductCatalog_FIN.pdf>.
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The Collaborative Summer Library Program's Inclusion Committee<https://www.cslpreads.org/inclusion-resources/> is proud to present:
Artful Connections: Stephanie Haines' Vision for Inclusive and Inspiring Communities
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
2:00 pm EST/1:00 pm CST/Noon MST/11:00 am PST
Register here<https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_faXyoRsxTuab1nveSLEd2g#/registration>
During this presentation we will learn about the fundamentals of accessibility through the lens of creative arts activities. We will cover what it means to be accessible, common adaptations you can make to creative tools and materials, and how you can be flexible and inclusive in your approach to planning arts experiences for a diverse community. Stephanie Haines is the Arts Education & Accessibility Program Manager at the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC).
Ready to Read Michigan Presents:
Engaging Bigs & Littles During Storytime<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=6249>
Thursday, January 23, 2025
1:30 - 3:00 pm ET (90 mins)
Looking for new ways to engage families and expand your storytime skills? Join us for this all new 90 minute Ready to Read Michigan webinar! Libraries are community hubs for healthy child and family development. Intentional family engagement begins at birth and Storytime is the place for Youth Librarians to start building strong and lasting relationships with families. Join Narrative Coach, Jen Strauss for this webinar dedicated to family engagement during Storytime, birth to preschool and beyond.
Additional Resources
Muslim Representation in Children's Literature: Insights from the Hijabi Librarians Toolkit<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=7405>
A PCI Webinar from the Library of Michigan
November 20, 2024
2:00 - 3:00 pm ET
In this workshop, librarians Mahasin Aleem and Ariana Hussain will evaluate Muslim representation in youth literature through a critical lens, utilizing their Hijabi Librarians Toolkit for Evaluating Muslims in KidLit alongside Ed Trust's Tool for Representational Balance in Books.

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Unlock a year of early literacy adventures in 2025 with the Public Library Association's beloved early literacy calendar<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTcyNzYwOSZwPTEmdT0xMTE5NzY3NzM1JmxpPTExMTkwOTE1Mw/index.html>! Each day features an activity to boost fundamental literacy skills, including reading, writing, singing, talking, playing, and counting. Share these fun, reproducible calendars with families at your library to spread the love of literacy year-round. Available in English<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTcyNzYwOSZwPTEmdT0xMTE5NzY3NzM1JmxpPTExMTkwOTE1Mw/index.html> and Spanish<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTcyNzYwOSZwPTEmdT0xMTE5NzY3NzM1JmxpPTExMTkwOTE1NA/index.html>. Cost: ALA member: $26.99, Nonmember: $29.99



Center for Children's Books
Please join the Center for Children's Books at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign for a lecture by Dr. Isabel Lopes Coelho on November 4, 2024. Where the Wild Things Are: North America's Cultural Influence Over the Brazilian Editorial Market will take place over Zoom on November 4th from 12 pm Central Time - 1 pm Central Time.  Register here!<https://illinois.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApf-ugpzgsE9UC4pitG2tNZwQbdiWBfpNR#/registration> Isabel Lopes Coelho is the author of The Representation of the Child in Children's Literature (2020). For twelve years, Coelho ran the Children's and Young Adult Literature division at Cosac Naify publishing house in Brazil. She is currently a postdoctoral student at PUC-SP and publisher at FTD Educação.

MiAEYC Annual Early Childhood Conference<https://events.resultsathand.com/miaeyc/2816>
April 13-15, 2025 (note the date change if you had this marked earlier)
Grand Rapids, MI
This year's theme, Little Notes, Big Impacts: The Power of Music in Early Years, promises to be an inspiring exploration of the transformative role music plays in child development. Featuring keynote speakers singer-songwriter and The Voice star Joshua Davis and YouTube sensation MiSTER B, the conference will offer a unique opportunity to learn from experts in the field of music and early childhood education. Session Proposals<https://events.resultsathand.com/miaeyc/2816/speakersubmissions/showform/701-Session-Proposal-Submission> are being accepted now.
In the News...
Michigan made school meals free for all. Students ate it up<https://www.bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigan-made-school-meals-free-all-students-ate-it> - Bridge Michigan, 10/29/24
Supporting Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Through Library Programming<https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2024/10/supporting-social-emotional-learning-sel-through-library-programming/?_zs=Fu5vg1&_zl=hHUs9> - ALSC Blog, 10/26/24


Reminder: ReadSquared is available to public libraries across Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/youth/addtl> thanks to the Library of Michigan with support from The Institute for Museum and Library Services:

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Keep patrons engaged year-round with seasonal reading programs in ReadSquared. Families can log in using their existing accounts to keep the reading streak going. Winter graphics and themed activities are included in your subscription and are easily added to your site.
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More than just a reading tracker!
Winter is a great time to include some fun extras in your programming such as Missions or Bingo, which are free to use for all libraries. With ReadSquared you can easily add prizes and badges for completing these tasks, as well as for attending library events and writing book reviews.

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New to ReadSquared?
Our platform provides an easy, fun way for patrons to log their reading at home, in the library, or on the go! Reading is not one-size fits all. ReadSquared offers an online reading program and app which are fully customizable for your community. Inspire participation with fun activities, literacy games, random drawings, raffles, events, bingo cards, themed badges and more!



Contact us for pricing and demo information at info at readsquared.com<mailto:info at readsquared.com?subject=Winter%20Programs>.

Learn more at readsquared.com<https://wtye-zgpm.maillist-manage.com/click/127503db20889bea/127503db20884855>.



Sincerely,

The ReadSquared Team




Wishing all a fun & safe Halloween!
Cathy Lancaster
Youth Services Coordinator
Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915
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All public-school students have access to free breakfast and lunch again for School Year 2024-25! Don't forget to complete and turn in the application or form from your school district's food service department to ensure the funding for education and nutrition benefits continues.




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