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Book Donations
by Melissa Bridges 19 Apr '21

19 Apr '21

Hi Miriam! I just received your information from our local public library. I am currently in the process of merging the collection of our two middle schools into one. I have numerous excess books that we are looking to donate. Most are middle school, but we do have some YA. I will attach some pictures of what I have. I was wondering if Windover High School's Library is still in need of books and would be interested in some of these titles. I would love to see them continue to get some use! Please let me know. This is a small sampling of what we have...these carts are double stacked. I do have nonfiction books as well. Most of them are on the updated side, but I can through and pull out the more recent ones! Have a great day! Melissa Bridges 248-865-3670 --

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Library closing
by Joyce Gendron 19 Apr '21

19 Apr '21

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Disposable mouse sleeve covers for grabs
by Don Priest 17 Apr '21

17 Apr '21

I have two boxes of disposable mouse covers, got them due to COVID and ended up not using them. If anyone would like to give them a shot, I'll send a box your way. There are 1,000 in each box. Please respond with your RIDES code, first come first served. Donald Priest Director Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate MI 48195 734-258-3002

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April 19 MDHHS Order
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 16 Apr '21

16 Apr '21

Greetings! MDHHS released April 19, 2021 Gatherings and Face Mask Order this afternoon. https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/0,9753,7-406-98178_98455-533660--,00.h… The only change for public libraries is the extension of mask wearing to children aged 2 and up from the previous requirement of children aged 5 and up. This mask change goes into effect on Monday, April 26, 2021. The rest of the order goes into effect this Monday April 19, 2021. This order is in effect until May 24, 2021. The rest of the order maintains restrictions already in effect for public libraries. More information will be posted Monday 4/19/2021 on the Library of Michigan's Coronavirus page https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_98256---,00.h… Have a great weekend! Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. [cid:image001.png@01D732E8.B36C2710]

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Re: [Michlib-l] Discomfort with Wednesday post about "neutrality"
by Kristin Shelley 16 Apr '21

16 Apr '21

Thank you, Kristin for posting this. I, too, have been thinking a great deal about the post I read yesterday. I am still thinking through it. I recently interviewed Professor Loretta Ross on her calling in the calling out culture. Professor Ross talks about the need for us “to get away from the angel/devil positioning and what we need to do is to hold people accountable for the harm they do. What we want is to achieve accountability.” She says the calling in culture is the cancel culture done with radical love and empathy. I am working to do this. Trust me it takes more thought and energy to call someone in than to call someone out. My readings, work and life experiences have led me to understand that we are at a point where we cannot be neutral, which is not a place most libraries are or comfortable being. I understand it is my white privilege that allows me to be silent and definitely allows me to be neutral. As Kristin Fontichiaro says, I am not a DEI expert and I have a long way to go on my own journey. I am learning…and it is time. I do believe in balance, but I also understand that neutrality is different and being neutral works best when all things are equitable. Sadly, so many things are not equitable be it race, class, education, access, etc. I do not have all the answers, but I want to call in people and be radically empathetic. I also want an equitable society… We have to work toward this, together. Be well, Kristin Kristin Shelley, Director East Lansing Public Library kshelley(a)cityofeastlansing.com<mailto:kshelley@cityofeastlansing.con> 517-319-6913<tel:517-319-6913> (office) 517-420-0340<tel:517-420-0340> (cell) On Fri, Apr 16, 2021, 3:34 PM Kristin Fontichiaro via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Hello, all -- There was a post on this earlier this week in which a librarian asked for advice on policies that would help her library navigate the pushback some of her DEI posts are receiving. Their query received one response. Admitting that they had not viewed the content in question, the respondent argued that the profession should be more careful about betraying neutrality and that we would do well to walk more in the shoes of our (assumed majority white) patrons and plan posts accordingly. I have been really uncomfortable about that for the past few days and have been waiting for someone to pipe up and voice concern about it. And now I am more uncomfortable that no one has, so I guess it's time for me to. Our profession's Code of Ethics advocates for equitable access and service for all<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> and that we leave our personal perspectives at the door when we show up to work to live out the library's mission. The Code of Ethics never actually says, "Be neutral," or, "Equity matters, but if it ruffles a few feathers, just let it go." I am haunted by Elie Wiesel's articulation that, "Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nobel…>." When we ask whose shoes we should be walking in, we might do better to ask who is most in need of empathy and whose perspectives are most underrrepresented. I'm no DEI expert. I know how far I have to go in my own journey and that I have said and done dumb or hurtful things when I didn't know better. But if we are going to say we're proud to serve all, we have to acknowledge that this should not be a self-congratulatory pat on the back but a call to action. I don't believe that shame is an effective learning tool<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nytim…>, and I am NOT writing this to provoke angry jabs at the respondent. We may share a goal of equity but have different paths of getting there. Libraries outside of metropolitan areas serve very different communities from those in more diverse areas, and our action steps toward equity may look different or move at different rhythms or speeds ... as long as we keep moving forward. I hope this message will help us all have a chance to take a deep breath, step back from the weird and stressful times we are living in, and ask, "How can our library welcome a wider swath of the population?" Thanks for reading and for everything you do to help those who need it most. Kristin -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St.<x-apple-data-detectors://12/0> Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285<x-apple-data-detectors://12/0> 734.647.3593<tel:734.647.3593> Blog<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffontichiar…> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.googl…> Projects: Michigan Makers<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmichiganma…> | Making in Michigan Libraries<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmakinglibr…> Data Literacy in High School<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fdatalitera…> | Public Library Management MOOC<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fai.umich.e…> Sent from my iPhone Kristin Shelley

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Friends of Michigan Libraries Connect with Friends Virtual Event Series, April 29
by White, Shannon (MDE) 16 Apr '21

16 Apr '21

Posting on behalf of Friends of Michigan Libraries FOML . Join us for Friends of Michigan Libraries Connect with Friends Virtual Event Series Thursday, April 29th 10 - 11:30am OR 6-7:30pm What are Friends planning with respect to used book sales, membership, fund-raising and Friends sponsored events. Hear from the FOML 2020 Merit Award applicants and share your ideas. This is a free event for FOML members only. If you are a current member, click on a link to register for the session of your choice. Thursday, April 29, 2021, 10 am: https://fomlevents.org/events/foml-connect-with-friends-april-29-10am-sessi…<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffomlevent…> Thursday, April 29, 2021:, 6 pm: https://fomlevents.org/events/foml-connect-with-friends-april-29-6pm-sessio…<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffomlevent…> To become a member, select group or individual membership. Group: https://fomlevents.org/events/group-annual-membership-2021/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffomlevent…> Individual: https://fomlevents.org/.../individual-annual-membership.../<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffomlevent…>

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FW: NEWS RELEASE: MDHHS extends epidemic order, strengthens mask requirement for children
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 16 Apr '21

16 Apr '21

Hello: The MDHHS Order has been extended and strengthened in some areas. I am working on an explanation for libraries, but please read the press release and new order linked in press release below. I will have information up this afternoon. All sections but 2 subsections that deal with masking for kids 2 & up and masking at child care facilities go into effect April 19, those two sections go into effect April 26. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. [cid:image001.png@01D732C6.70BDA870] From: Michigan State Police <MichStatePolice(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Friday, April 16, 2021 1:33 PM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: NEWS RELEASE: MDHHS extends epidemic order, strengthens mask requirement for children [News from the State Emergency Operations Center] MDHHS extends epidemic order, strengthens mask requirement for children Order expands mask requirement to children ages 2-4 as recommended by American Academy of Pediatrics LANSING, MICH. Today, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) extended its Gatherings and Mask epidemic order<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. The Order – which preserves the strongest public health order in the Midwest – is designed to balance day-to-day activities while controlling the spread of COVID-19 and saving Michiganders’ lives. It includes expansion of mask requirements to children ages 2 to 4 to further protect the state’s residents. Although progress has been made, it is crucial that Michiganders continue to mask up and socially distance as the state takes steps to get back to normal. Expanding the mask rule to children ages 2 to 4 requires a good faith effort to ensure that these children wear masks while in gatherings at childcare facilities or camps. It takes effect April 26, 2021. This addresses the increase in cases among younger Michiganders and follows recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance. "Michigan continues to implement smart health policies and mitigation measures to fight the spread of COVID-19,” said Elizabeth Hertel, MDHHS director. “This includes the requirement to wear a mask while in public and at gatherings, limits on indoor residential social gatherings larger than 15 people with no more than three households, and expanded testing requirements for youth sports. Additionally, the most important thing people can do right now is to get the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and their families, and help us eliminate this virus once and for all.” As of today, 29.5% of Michigan residents 16 and older had been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and 44% had received at least a first dose. "More than 5.5 million doses of the safe and effective COVID vaccines have been administered in Michigan, and we are well on our way to vaccinating at least 70% of Michiganders ages 16 and up," said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, chief medical executive and chief deputy for health at MDHHS. "However, I continue to be incredibly concerned about our state’s COVID-19 data. We are still very much fighting this pandemic and seeing concerning trends in new cases and hospitalizations. Michiganders need to be using every tool in our toolbox right now to get these cases and hospitalizations down. Just because something is open and legal does not mean you should be doing it. We all must continue doing what works to slow the spread of the disease by wearing masks, washing our hands, avoiding crowds and indoor gatherings, and making plans to get the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible.” MDHHS had been closely monitoring three metrics <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> for stabilization or declines over the past several weeks. Michigan's metrics have been increasing for the past few weeks, although the rate of increase is declining. The presence of more infectious variants, such as the B 1.1.7 variant, threatens progress in control of the epidemic and MDHHS will be monitoring data closely. In recent days: * Positivity rate: had increased for eight weeks but has seen a recent 5-day decline to 17.1%. However, this metric remains up 390% from the mid-February low and remains above the December peak of 14.4%. * Statewide case rate: This metric has increased over the past eight weeks to 613.9 cases per million. The rate is more than 475% higher than the low in mid-February but remains below peak of 737.8 cases per million on Saturday, Nov 14. * Hospital capacity: The percent of inpatient beds dedicated to those with COVID-19 is now at 18.8%. This metric peaked at 19.6% on Tuesday, Dec. 4, and is up 373% from the February low. “Nurses are exhausted. Many hospitals are close to 100% capacity. RNs around the state are being put in the impossible situation of having to decide which patient to attend to. Nurses are working up to 18 hours at a time, often without breaks,” said Jamie Brown, president of the Michigan Nurses Association. “We are begging for everyone in the community to do their part. Stay home. Wear a mask. Get a vaccine when you are able. We are barely able to keep our heads above water. We are in crisis. We need our communities’ help.” “We know that wearing a mask significantly reduces the spread of infection and should be part of the comprehensive strategy to reduce COVID-19—including for children age 2 and up,” said Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (MIAAP) President Dr. Matthew Hornik. “Use of masks does not restrict oxygen in the lungs even in children, it is recommended to wear a mask with layers to filter droplets effectively.” The order extension is through May 24. An infographic that highlights order requirements can be found on Michigan’s COVID-19 website.<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Information around this outbreak is changing rapidly. 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Title available from James White Library
by Anne Oyerly 16 Apr '21

16 Apr '21

Hello, I have 20 copies available of: Israel's Angel Extraordinary by Robert Leo Odom. Shrink-wrapped, brand new. We received a whole box, more than we can manage. Apparently this is something of a collector's item! Happy to share with you, up to two per library. Please reply with your RIDES code. Anne E. Oyerly Special Collections Manager and Facilities Coordinator James White Library 4190 Administration Drive Andrews University, MI 49104-1400 (269) 471-6117

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United for Libraries’ April 27 Learning Live session, Ask the Experts, will address common issues that arise among Library Boards, Friends Groups, and Foundations - featuring some of our local Michigan colleagues too!
by White, Shannon (MDE) 16 Apr '21

16 Apr '21

See ALA release here: http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2021/04/united-libraries-april-27-le… United for Libraries’ April 27 Learning Live session, Ask the Experts, will address common issues that arise among Library Boards, Friends Groups, and Foundations United for Libraries’ monthly virtual series, Learning Live, will continue with “Ask the Experts: Boards of Trustees, Friends Groups, and Foundations<https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/9816166072303/WN_mrLIg8tBSeCn00…>” on Tuesday, April 27th at 2 p.m. Eastern. The Learning Live program is presented free to United for Libraries group and Statewide members. The Library of Michigan provides a statewide membership in United for Libraries for all Michigan public libraries. Please spread the word to your staff, board and friends groups that they have access to UFL members only resources. See details below or attached on how to set up your own unique UFL profile. A panel of experts, including San Francisco Public Library Executive Director Marie Ciepiela, Library of Michigan Library Law Consultant Clare Membiela, Friends of the Montgomery County Library (Md.) Executive Director Ari Brooks, and Kent District Library (Mich.) Board of Trustees Chair Shirley Bruursema will address common issues that arise among Library Boards, Friends Groups, and Foundations, and how to solve them. Panelists will present two in-depth scenarios, provide tips and best practices, and answer questions from attendees. During a "lightning round" session, speakers will field questions from registrants. Submit a question in the registration form. Due to time limitations, not all questions will be answered live. Attendees will receive a list of suggested resources for the presented in-depth scenarios, and the types of questions submitted with this registration form. Marie Ciepiela has served as the Executive Director of the San Francisco Public Library since 2016, leading the private, community-based side of a partnership for excellence with the public library. Since arriving in San Francisco in 1990, she has served as an executive leader of three nonprofit organizations, including the Housing Rights Committee of San Francisco; the OMIE (Oceanview, Merced, Ingleside, Excelsior) Beacon Center; and the Youth Service Bureaus, the mental health department of the YMCA of San Francisco. She holds a California Teaching credential, a Master's degree from the University of California at Davis, and a Bachelor's degree in history from Harvard University. Clare Membiela serves as the Library Law Consultant at the Library of Michigan, helping public libraries understand and manage legal issues that impact library services. Before joining the Library of Michigan in 2016, Clare was the Associate Director for Library and Instructional Support for the WMU Cooley Law School Libraries. She has an M.L.S. from Southern Connecticut State University, a J.D. from the University of Miami, and 30 years of law library experience. Ari Z. Brooks is Executive Director of the Friends of the Montgomery County Library in Maryland. An experienced fundraiser and nonprofit manager, she has held leadership positions in three not-for-profit organizations for twenty-five years in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Ms. Brooks earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia and a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. She is a graduate of the 2004 Class of Leadership Montgomery and the inaugural 2009 recipient of the Emerging Leader Award for the County Executive’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities. Shirley Bruursema is chair of the Kent District Library Board of Trustees in Michigan. She was the recipient of the ALA Trustee Citation in 2009. Bruursema has been a delegate for the White House Conference on Libraries. She was treasurer and co-chair of millage campaigns that continued the Kent District Library’s service to 26 communities and 18 libraries. Bruursema has been dubbed the “Millage Queen” for her work coaching libraries through millage campaigns, helping with efforts to pass more than 80 millage elections since 2000. To register for “Ask the Experts: Boards of Trustees, Friends Groups, and Foundations,” click here<https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/9816166072303/WN_mrLIg8tBSeCn00…>. United for Libraries Learning Live sessions take place on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Each month’s session will cover a hot topic of interest to Trustees, Friends and/or Foundations, followed by a Q&A and/or discussions. Sessions are open to all personal and group members of United for Libraries. To set up your own account follow these steps: 1. Visit www.ala.org/united<http://www.ala.org/united> 2. Click on the STATEWIDE ACCESS FIND YOUR STATE blue bar 3. Scroll down to Michigan 4. Click Register to create your own profile 5. For future access you simply login to your account under MICHIGAN This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 16 Apr '21

16 Apr '21

Upcoming Webinars from Library of Michigan Wandoo Reader Deep Dive with DEMCO<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, April 20, 2020 11:00 AM ET This live session should be attended by those users who will be using Wandoo Reader. We will take a deep dive into the Wandoo Reader functionality. This project is 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 The Power of Pre-writing and Writing Activities with Kids<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> – LM’s Best Storytelling Practices with Jenifer Strauss Tuesday, 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. This project is 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. Collaborate with Positivity: Improv Superpowers to Improve Team Communication & Resilience<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> – Library of Michigan webinar Thursday, April 29, 2021 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET Back by popular demand! Two-Hour Remote Interactive Presentation with Pam Victor, President, Happier Valley Comedy. We ask you attend live! Shhhhh! Don't tell anyone this secret: In this remote interactive presentation, professional improviser Pam Victor shares the exclusive collaboration superpower that allows improvisers to create comedy out of thin air, so you can use these trade secrets for building stronger collaboration, communication, and resilience at work. This presentation provides easily applicable techniques for quieting the inner critic to build more confidence and adaptability. You'll receive fun, hands-on experience with why we overuse "no" to restrict progress, and how we can get to a "yes" mindset in order to move forward together with more positivity and creativity. Through humorous stories and impactful exercises, you learn how to use improv superpowers to improve brainstorming, flexibility with change, team empowerment, and creative problem solving. Participants also receive links to instructional demonstrations of improv games to play online or in-person with young patrons, families, and friends. Register with your co-workers for improved collaboration and program development. This project is 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. Tips for Virtual, Outdoor, In-Person Programming During COVID-19 – Children, Youth, and Family<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> PCI Webinars May 26, 2021 2:00 – 3:30 PM ET This interactive and informative 90-minute webinar will introduce emerging practices, fundamental methods, and knowledge to empower library staff to: * incorporate children, youth, and family programming during the COVID-19 pandemic challenge, * design, implement, and assess programs, including the use of take-home kits, * reinvent their role with customers, * strengthen collaborations among peers and community partners, * help make the library a magnet drawing people into a realm to elevate an individual’s capacity for learning, discovering excellence, and contributing to life no matter the challenge. An emphasis will be placed on virtual programming, however, examples of all program types – virtual, outdoor, in-person, and hybrid (in-person and virtual) – will be used for all sizes of libraries, budgets, and ambition. This project is 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. Resources Dungeons & Dragons & Beyond: How to Run a Library RPG Program<https://continuinged.isl.in.gov/dungeons-dragons-beyond-how-to-run-a-librar…> Recording from the Indiana State Library Role playing games (RPGs) such as Dungeons & Dragons are becoming increasingly popular both at home and in libraries. Librarians across the country are embracing RPGs and the skills that they teach during play. How can you get started? What do you need to get started? Do you have to play in person? Can you play online? Is it hard? We’ll be answering these basic questions and more as well as show you how The Learning Curve @ Central Library runs our virtual Dungeons and Dragons game utilizing Discord and Roll20.net. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have a bit of experience, you can run your own games! From Diversity to Inclusion: How to Audit Your Collection and Why<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtu…> Recording by Connecticut State Library A diversity audit is a count of titles to help you determine what percentage of your collection is made up of non-dominant voices. It is important to make sure that your materials reflect the diversity not only in your community, but in the country. You may find the slides, handouts, and various supports on their Inclusive Collections<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibguides…> page. The Education Policy Initiative at the University of Michigan’s Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy is pleased to announce a new report<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fedpolicy.…>, which provides a snapshot of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic on early childhood education centers. “The early childhood sector is essential but it has been in a fragile state for decades, due to chronic public under-investment in the United States,” explains U-M Associate Professor and faculty expert Christina Weiland<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsoe.umich…>. Especially at this time, early childhood education (ECE) centers across the country are facing even greater challenges due to the COVID-19 crisis. This brief is part of an ongoing study that tracks the implementation of expanded universal pre-kindergarten (UPK) in community-based organization (CBOs) within the city of Boston. For this report, a team of researchers from the University of Michigan, Boston Public Schools, Harvard Graduate School of Education, and MDRC used administrative data to assess teacher turnover rates, child enrollment, and changes in practices meant to increase safety. Read more about the report here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffordschoo…>. Click here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fedpolicy.…> to find the full report. Curiosity Challenge<https://www.curiousgeorge.com/curiosity-challenge> – Inspire kids to ask questions and learn about new topics with Curious George! Free downloads from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. Download a FREE printable Kids’ Garden Mini Activity Pack!<https://d1y2s8t4u31x7d.cloudfront.net/Blog/0421/KidsGarden_ActivityPack_040…> Enjoy 4 gardening activities that kids will love, from Barefoot Books. Vaccines & US: Cultural Organizations for Community Health<https://www.si.edu/vaccinesandus> The Smithsonian has collaborated with cultural organizations in communities across the nation to create Vaccines & US. The resources here will help you make an informed decision about COVID‑19 vaccines and help you discuss the vaccines with your family, friends, and community. By sharing the science, history, and cultural impact of infectious disease and vaccines, we hope to build understanding of our current moment, where we've been, and where we go from here. In the News… Zoom Burnout Is Real, and It’s Worse for Women<https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/13/us/zoom-fatigue-burn-out-gender.html?smi…> – NYT, 4.13.21 Doctor explains why COVID cases are on the rise among children, WZZM<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wzzm13…> – 4.14.21 ALA announces recipients of $1 million in community engagement funding for small and rural libraries<http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/04/ala-announces-recipients-1-mill…> – 4.15.21 Have a good weekend, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. 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