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Every Child Ready to Read in Michigan Newsletter - June 2016 Issue
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

Please see below for the June 2016 newsletter for Every Child Ready to Read in Michigan or access it online at: https://lnks.gd/2/2-Tr3D Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> From: Library of Michigan [mailto:library@govsubscriptions.michigan.gov] Sent: Tuesday, July 05, 2016 3:25 PM To: Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) <LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov> Subject: Every Child Ready to Read in Michigan Newsletter - June 2016 Issue Fun with Words for Parents and Children [top-cork header] Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. ________________________________ Every Child Ready to Read in Michigan June 2016 [Every Child Ready to Read] ________________________________ [Young Boy reading with mother] Fun with Words for Parents and Children Last month we looked at a workshop that can be presented to parents, grandparents, and childcare providers called "Fun with Letters for Parents and Children." This month, the focus will be on a similar workshop, "Fun with Words for Parents and Children." Here is a brief look at this workshop. The workshop was created because of the importance of children having a large vocabulary, which has been proven to be related to reading success and is also a predictor of long-term reading achievement. This workshop will discuss both the importance of a child's listening vocabulary and also speaking vocabulary. One interesting point --- this workshop is geared to children ages two to five, though we know the importance of sharing words with babies from birth. However, ALSC has addressed babies and words in a separate effort (see Website of the Month below.) For the workshop you will be need the following books: wordless picture books, predictable books, information books, books with nursery rhymes and poetry, riddle and joke books, and books by Dr. Seuss. You also need to pick a song that has more unusual or rare words --- the one used in this workshop is "Everything Has A Shape" by Hap Palmer, however you can use what ever song you want. In this workshop (as every other workshop), you will explain the five simple practices: Talking; Singing, Reading, Writing, and Playing, and then you go through each practice, relating each to the importance of words and vocabulary. Talking - Suggestions are to play labeling games and label objects and events in the child's world. It is also stressed to label feelings. Adults are also encouraged to talk about what they are doing as they go throughout their day. They are to ask children questions, listen to the answers, and then ask another question based on what the child said. Also, adults can tell stories about their day, memories growing up, or memories from their child's life. Librarians are asked to share wordless picture books and explain why they are so important to use with young children. Singing: The song used in the manual is "Everything Has A Shape" by Hap Palmer, though you can use another song if desired, but choose one with rich vocabulary. Reading - Children learn more words from books then they do from everyday conversation, so the importance of sharing picture books is mentioned. The librarian should then share a predictable book that invites verbal participation. Examples are: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Is Your Mama a Llama; Jump, Frog, Jump!; and Rhyming Dust Bunnies. Writing - Activity suggestions include making a word jar, making a book of a child's favorite words, or asking a child to give a caption for a picture or drawing, which the parent then writes. Playing - Fun books are used here: books with made-up words (example Dr. Seuss); silly poetry books; and riddle and joke books. There is handout that accompanies this workshop and it contains "Storytime Starters" for parents. Here are just a few examples: * Tell your child how you felt the day he or she was born. * Talk to your child about his/her childhood. * Use simple props (puppets, stuffed animals) to tell a story. * Use family photos to tell stories. * Make a word book by clipping photos from magazines. * Encourage your child to tell a story about a favorite event. ________________________________ New Book of the Month [Some Bugs Book Cover] Some Bugs by Angie Di Terlizzi Beach Lane, 2016. ISBN: 978-1-4424-5880-2 $17.99 Since the focus of the newsletter this month is on words, I want to share a new favorite book that is wonderful for introducing preschoolers to new and rare words. One of the important reasons to share picture books with children (Or the "Read," in ECRR's five practices of Talk, Read, Sing, Write & Play) is the exposure to new vocabulary, and this book fits the bill perfectly. It will make a great storytime addition to any bug storytime. A second wonderful feature is that the text is completely written in rhyme, which is helpful for young children's phonological awareness. So this books stars in three of the six original skills (ECRR 1st edition) which we now know are crucial for young children learning to read. In addition to the above two, children may be intrigued to notice that the rhyming words are done in a larger font in bright colors - perfect for print awareness. And if you need another reason to consider adding this book to your collection, there is a wonderful STEM extension at the end of the book. "Some bugs STING, some bugs BITE, Some bugs STINK, and some bugs FIGHT!" begins the text. (Make sure you hold your nose when you say "stink" while reading the text, and also emphasize the rhyming words.) Following are delightful double page spreads, illustrated by Brendan Wenzel (or as the cover states - Bugs by Brendan Wenzel) describing all the different things bugs do. Listen to the awesome vocabulary presented midway in the text: "Stinging, Biting, Stinking, Fighting, Hopping, Gliding, Swimming, Hiding, Building, Making, Hunting, Taking - bugs are oh-so-FASCINATING!" But the best part is when the narrator invites the reader to investigate their own backyard and see what bugs can be found there. To help, there is a double-page spread identifying over 40 different kinds of bugs (also depicting Oskar the cat character.) This leads to a wonderful STEM activity where children can go outside and find bugs on their own. For libraries, this would be a great summer reading activity! "Use family photos to tell stories." - Sue ________________________________ Reflections You might have heard the phrase "The Thirty Million Word Gap." This refers to a study done by University of Kansas researchers Betty Hart and Todd R. Risley titled The Early Catastrophe: The 30 Million Word Gap by Age 3. A summary can be found here<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. The study showed that unfortunately, children's vocabulary skills are directly related to the economic background of their parents. This means that by age 3, there is a 30 million word gap between children from the poorest families compared to those children from the wealthiest families. The gap shows up long before age three however. By 18 months, children in different socio-economic groups already display dramatic differences in their vocabularies. (Fernald, A., V.A. Marchman, & A. Weisleder. 2013. "SES Differences in Language Processing Skill and Vocabulary Are Evident at 18 Months." Developmental Science 16 (2): 234-48.) Thus, the workshop described in this newsletter is very important for librarians to offer to parents. However, if you are unable to offer the workshop due to time constraints, here are some general ideas you can suggest to parents and early childhood educators, in addition to what is given above. 1. Use new and interesting words in natural conversations you are having with your children. Introducing a new word in context helps children learn what it means and remember the word. For example, children will learn what a guitar is when they can see and hear it. At storytime programs, I would always have the children line up so each child would have a chance to strum my guitar. They loved it! 2. Sing with children and recite rhymes to introduce children to new vocabulary. Songs and nursery rhymes include many rare words. 3. Talk with children and ask questions that cannot be answered with one word responses. 4. Sharing picture books is vital. Children are introduced to three times as many rare words through picture books then through regular conversations or through dialogue they hear on TV or on DVD's. 5. Take field trips to new places children have not been before, such as a zoo. Think about equity though --- the above should be happening with all children, not just children coming to library programs. How can you reach new audiences with this information? Example: Sharing with Head Start parents? ________________________________ Website of the Month: Babies Need Words Every Day [Babies Need Words Flyer] Babies Need Words Every Day: Talk, Read, Sing, Play by The Association of Library Service for Children, a division of the American Library Association.<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> Don't you love resources you can use in your library that you can obtain for free? ALSC has provided templates for beautiful posters you can make and hang in your library or storytime room on the importance of sharing words with babies. They were designed to bridge the 30 Million Word Gap (see below). The posters are available thus far in both English and Spanish. There is a blog with ideas on how libraries have used these posters, but here are a few more suggestions from ALSC: * Post above changing tables in child care centers. * Post in doctors' waiting rooms and anywhere else where children and their caregivers have a moment to talk, read, sing and play. ALSC also provides a downloadable book list that recommends books for parents and caregivers to request at their local library that are perfect for babies acquiring new words. ________________________________ [Sue McCleaf Nespeca] Sue McCleaf Nespeca is an early literacy & children's literature specialist heading Kit Lit Plus Consulting. She is a trainer for the Every Child Ready to Read Project and The Very Ready Reading Program. In addition to her M.L.S., she has a M.Ed in Early Childhood with a specialty in early literacy. [bottom page tape] Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> ________________________________ This email was sent to LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery, on behalf of: Library of Michigan * 702 W. Kalamazoo St * P.O. Box 30007 * Lansing, MI 48909-7507 * 1-877-479-0021

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YA Historical fiction
by brian ryckman 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

Hello, everyone, Long time reader, first time poster for this type of thing. I had a question from a patron trying to find a book. I was given the following information: My friend read it when she was in 2nd grade,which was roughly in 1970. The book was written for a middle grade audience ofabout 11-15. She believes the title is “The Courtship of Annemarie” though itcould be “courting” or Annemarie could spelled any number of ways. She does notknow the author. Definitely fiction. Set in either America or Canada duringthe time of land grants. It’s a story about a young lady who is courted by two youngmen, one rich and disapproving, one not rich but smart and hardworking. If theymarry before a certain date they get a land grant. The deadline comes and goesand the rich boy married elsewhere to get the land. The poor boy comes to herhouse the next day to say he can get his own land but needs her. Does this ring a bell with anyone? Thanks in advance for the assistance. Brian

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Free microfilm unit
by Patricia Braden 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

The Romulus Public Library has a free microfilm unit available. Great for a Seed Library. You will need to pick it up. Thanks! Patty Patty Braden Library Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 www.romulus.lib.mi.us Serving Romulus and Huron Township

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Free Atlas Stand
by Patricia Braden 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

The Romulus Public Library has a free atlas stand available. You will need to pick it up. Thanks! Patty Patty Braden Library Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 www.romulus.lib.mi.us Serving Romulus and Huron Township

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Kittens at KDL
by Heidi Nagel 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

Good morning everyone, For anyone who needs a back to work pick-me-up after the (USA) holiday weekend, I offer you a brief video of KDL staff members playing with kittens. Our HR Department worked with the local humane society to bring small groups of kittens to a variety of branches for our staff members to play with and enjoy. They provided terrific summer reading stress relief! https://youtu.be/ko6QCSiROPE Enjoy! -Heidi Heidi Nagel Kent District Library Manager of Communications & Programming 814 West River Center, NE Comstock Park, MI 49321 616-647-4146 hnagel(a)kdl.org<mailto:hnagel@kdl.org> [50px_rss-square-social-media]<http://www.kdl.org/blog> [50px_facebook-square-social-media] <https://www.facebook.com/KentDistrictLibrary/> [50px_instagram-square-social-media] <https://www.instagram.com/kentdistrictlibrary/> [50px_twitter-square-social-media] <https://twitter.com/KDLNews> [50px_goodread-square-social-media] <https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/86141-kent-district-library/>

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Summer Reading impact study from IMLS
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

FYI for those looking at information on the impact of library Summer Reading, IMLS has posted information on an IMLS funded project from the Urban Libraries Council. https://www.imls.gov/news-events/upnext-blog/2016/06/demonstrating-impact-e… Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/

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Fw: Free Library Campaign Training Institute
by Steven K. Bowers 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

FYI ________________________________ Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2016 9:12 AM Subject: Library Campaign Training Institute Developed and presented by Libby Post of Communication Services, the LCTI will teach attendees how to create, market, and implement an effective advocacy campaign for your library. (Note: Registration is mandatory, and "seats" in the virtual room are first-come, first serve. All sessions will be recorded and archived for future viewing; registrants will be sent a link after each session to watch the recorded webinar. Thanks in advance for understanding!) Part 1: Building your Base - July 14, 2016, 12:00, CST This workshop makes the connection between program and services outreach and building a library's base of support for advocacy. This workshop details: * Using recent research as well as preparing public service return on investment calculations. * How to map a community. * Options for program development - examples used are the Recreation market and local elected officials. * Connection between customer service and advocacy. * Use of social media. * Managing data. * Using volunteer messengers. Register here: http://ala.adobeconnect.com/e237rpvpkjb/event/registration.html Part 2: The Best Defense is a Good Offense - July 21, 2016, 12:00, CST This workshop provides participants with the knowledge needed to: * Create a campaign plan. * Recruit volunteer leadership. * Detail roles and responsibilities. Register here: http://ala.adobeconnect.com/e3l3fk4nzyp/event/registration.html Part 3: Message, Marketing, & Media - July 28th, 2016, 12:00, CST This workshop walks participants through: * How to develop a campaign message using values and emotional branding. * Integrating that message into campaign outreach. * Public presentations. * Using the media to advance the message. Register here: http://ala.adobeconnect.com/e8gwutbl7gb/event/registration.html <http://ala.adobeconnect.com/e3l3fk4nzyp/event/registration.html> Part 4: Connecting with YES Voters + Part 5: Get out the Vote (Immediately following Part 4): August 4, 2016, 12:00, CST This workshop details the nuts and bolts of a library field operation including: * Targeting through using enhanced voter files. * Phone Banking/Direct Mail/Social Media/Email/Voter Tracking This workshop brings the previous four together with the ultimate goal of reaching out to Yes voters and getting them to the polls. Register here: http://ala.adobeconnect.com/e2mcuzeax0q/event/registration.html

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County Librarian position open-Alameda County (CA)-Closes July 8!
by Jobeth Bradbury 05 Jul '16

05 Jul '16

County Librarian-Alameda County Library (CA) Closes July 8, 2016! Please view the Alameda County Librarian brochure <http://www.gossagesager.com/alamedabrochure.pdf> for complete information. Alameda County, an award-winning innovator, seeks its next County Librarian. The Alameda County Library <http://www.aclibrary.org/> provides innovative and creative library services to 564,695 County residents through ten branch libraries and outreach programs focused on youth, incarcerated individuals and populations with diverse literacy needs. The County is proud of the Library's commitment to 21st century technology, to reaching all its residents and to its partner cities and unincorporated areas. Recent accomplishments include “Tech It Out” programs providing training and access to technology solutions, “Hack the Future” events to develop creativity and innovation in young leaders, promotion of STEM education, and many programs supporting the diverse arts and culture of the region. Established in 1910, Alameda County Library is governed by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors. The Alameda County Library Advisory Commission advises the County Librarian and the Board of Supervisors on library services, as do other local library advisory commissions. The Library is funded by property taxes supplemented by state grants and city contracts for additional operating hours and services. The Alameda County Library Foundation and active auxiliary groups support vital library programs and services. For more information on the Library and Alameda County, visit Alameda Links. <http://www.gossagesager.com/alamedalinks.htm> The ideal candidate for County Librarian will maintain and promote the highest standards of integrity and ethics with a strong customer service focus and philosophy. In addition to being fiscally responsible and having the commitment to talent management and diversity in a union environment, the successful candidate will be a strategic thinker and skilled planner, politically astute, proactive and supportive of change in an entrepreneurial environment, and an effective communicator and collaborator. The County Librarian is an at-will Department Head appointed by the Board of Supervisors who reports through and receives overall policy guidance from the County Administrator. As the Department Head, the County Librarian oversees a Department with 223 full time equivalent employees and an annual operating budget of $ 33.5 million. Challenges and opportunities for the County Librarian include: finalizing and implementing the Master Facilities Plan, succession planning through developing and mentoring senior staff, designing and implementing a branding and marketing campaign, developing and articulating a progressive vision, and working closely with the County Board of Supervisors and county constituents. Minimum qualifications. The equivalent of one year full-time experience in the class of Deputy County Librarian in the Alameda County classified service; or possession of a Master’s degree in library and information science; and the equivalent of five years full-time increasingly responsible professional library experience that includes at least two years in an administrative capacity in a large public library system or as a Director of a Public Library; or a combination of training, education and experience that is equivalent to one of the patterns listed above that will provide the required knowledge and abilities. Please see County Librarian <https://www.jobaps.com/Alameda/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=4190&…> for the complete position description. Compensation. The annual salary range is $135,928.00 to $190,299.20 with placement based upon the selected candidate's experience and salary history. In addition to a competitive salary, the County offers an excellent benefits package. <https://www.acgov.org/hrs/divisions/ebc/> For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a cover letter and your résumé as Word or pdf attachments to Dan Bradbury <mailto:danbradbury@bradburymiller.com> on or before the closing date of July 8, 2016. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> (formerly Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates) 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311…> our newsletter to get the latest updates! --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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Clarkston Independence District Library Job Posting -Part-Time Children's Librarian
by Tracy Bedford 02 Jul '16

02 Jul '16

*The Clarkston Independence District Library is looking for an enthusiastic Children’s Librarian to help us continue and expand upon our fantastic Youth Programming as well as to provide information services to residents of all ages in our wonderful community.* *Salary:* $16.00-$22.00 per hour *Hours: *18-27.5 hours per week *Primary job duties:* Duties include, but are not limited to: · Initiates, plans, and conducts a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by children and teens · Provides direct assistance to patrons with basic information regarding use of library material, equipment, and services at the combined youth/adult information desk. · Maintains and cultivates contact with parents and other family members, the public, schools, teachers, other libraries, state and regional library associations, and other professional organizations · Attends and participates in staff meetings and discussions · Provides assistance in maintaining youth collections · Perform other library duties as assigned *Qualifications:* · Master’s degree in Library and Information Science · Professional and enthusiastic attitude towards providing public library service to patrons of all ages · Experience working with children ages 0-18, specifically ages 0-12 · A desire to serve the public in a positive manner · Familiarity with popular reading materials and genre collections · Strong oral and written communication skills · Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships · Knowledge of Integrated Library systems, Polaris preferred · Familiarity with electronic databases and MeL resources · Knowledge of popular office computer programs · Ability to lift, push and/or pull at least 20 pounds · Flexibility to work varied hours *Reports to:* Head of Children’s and Teen Services Please respond by email with a resume and cover letter by July 19, 2016 to: Tracy Bedford Head of Children’s and Teen Services bedfordt(a)indelib.org

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Doorbells
by Brian Johnston 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

Hello Everyone, At your library, do you have a doorbell or some other system for circulation workers to use to notify everyone else in the building of an emergency? If you have some kind of device and/or procedure in place please let me know. Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Head of Public Services Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston(a)lincolnlib.org

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