All public libraries in Michigan are members of the Collaborative Summer Library Program, through the Library of Michigan thanks to support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 

 

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What is in store for CSLP this January:

  • Refinement of the 2020 Incentives list
  • Development of the look of the 2020 slogans
  • First meeting of the Annual Meeting Steering Committee

If you ever have a question for these or any CSLP activity, please contact Luke Kralik at luke.kralik@cslpreads.org or Karen Day at karen.day@cslpreads.org

 

Happy New Year! Have a wonderful 2019!

 

Rock on: Sitka Babies and Books!

As part of their Babies and Books program, the Sitka Public Library, Sitka AK, was fortunate to have Trio Jinx inspire a room full of young readers!



Youth Services Director, Maite Lorente, was fortunate enough to meet with Trio Jinx before the program. She shared that she would be reading Drum City by Thea Guidone, and much to her surprise and delight, the group created an original composition to accompany her reading!

The group performed for a full room! To experience a little of the joy that was shared, you can check out two videos from the program:

https://www.facebook.com/sitkababiesandbooks/videos/1982371498503860/
https://www.facebook.com/sitkababiesandbooks/videos/1982366881837655/

Truly a memorable and musical day!


 

Did you have a program that brought a little music (or actual rocks) to the world this summer? Please send your photos and any informative details to Luke Kralik at: luke.kralik@cslpreads.org I would love to share them in our newsletter.

Looking for some ideas to use or share? https://www.pinterest.com/cslpreads/
 

 

CSLP 2019 A Universe of Stories Tutorials!


Are you new to CSLP resources, or has it just been a while since you last visited the CSLP website? In either case these brief tutorials should help you get up to speed, and connected to everything you need to plan your 2019 summer program:

https://www.cslpreads.org/2019-a-universe-of-stories-tutorials/

Topics covered

  • Creating an account
  • Accessing the Online Manual
  • Quickly downloading the artwork
  • Getting started with Early Literacy Spanish Language resources

Videos and slides are available for you to use and customize for your own needs.

If you have an idea for a tutorial, please send it to Luke Kralik at luke.kralik@cslpreads.org

 

Launch into STAR Net’s “Summer of Space”!


As we prepare for the 2019 summer learning program, “A Universe of Stories”, CSLP, STAR Net, and NASA have been working together on a virtual launch pad filled with numerous STEM resources that libraries can utilize in their celebration of space exploration. With items including vetted STEM activities, partnership opportunities, printables and many other valuable resources, STAR Net’s “Summer of Space” website can provide your library with valuable tools to help your summer learning program achieve great success. Encourage public libraries in your state to register and become eligible to receive additional STEM resources.


 

 

Hands-on STEM: Make a CD Saturn


Patrons use unwanted CDs or DVDs to make a model of the “Jewel of the Solar System” that can be hung from a ceiling. The activity guide even offers tips for modelling Saturn’s 27 degree axial tilt when hanging it! Make sure to leave a review on the STEM Activity Clearinghouse to let other programming staff know of tips and advice for facilitation. This activity will be highlighted in the “Craft, Engineer, and Make and Take Activities” webinar on 1/17/2019.  
 


Upcoming 2019 Webinars – More Registration Slots Opened:

Craft, Engineer, and Make & Take Activities for "A Universe of Stories" – January 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. MT – REGISTER HERE
Looking for cheap, easy, accessible, and FUN hands-on experiences for your patrons this summer? Are you trying to spice up your normal craft and make and take activities with a space science theme? If so, then this is the webinar for you! Join us as we take a look at several different activities from the STEM Activity Clearinghouse Universe of Stories Collection that are hands-on, easy to facilitate, and sure to inspire curiosity.

Archived recordings, slides, and links can also be found at: http://www.starnetlibraries.org/resources/webinars/

Planning a Night Sky Viewing at Your Library – February 20, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. MT – REGISTER HERE
A Night Sky Viewing is a great way to bring local science enthusiasts and library patrons together for an astronomy-based community event. Before your library launches a Night Sky Viewing or Star Party this year, there are a few things to know that can help take your event into orbit! We'll take a look at the best practices for finding and working with an astronomy club, how to choose the right activities and promotional strategy, and other tips and tricks for keeping everyone warm, happy, and awe-inspired!

Solar System Scale Activities for "A Universe of Stories" – March 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. MT – REGISTER HERE
What's the most common thing in outer space?…it's SPACE! Our solar system is enormous, and the size of and distance between the Sun, planets, asteroids, and comets can be difficult to comprehend. With "A Universe of Stories" right around the corner, this webinar will highlight activities that allow patrons to experience the vast distances between objects in the solar system using foods or household objects. You don't have to be a rocket scientist to facilitate these activities; in fact, they're affordable, simple, and easy for anyone to run! 

 

 

What is on the horizon for CSLP?


2019: Theme/Space; Slogan/”A Universe of Stories” Artist/Leeza Hernandez

2020: Theme/Fairytales, Mythology, Fantasy; Slogan/”Imagine Your Story” Artist/LeUyen Pham

2021: Theme/Animals; Slogan/”Tails and Tales” Artist/Salina Yoon

2022: Theme/World-Social Justice-Unity-Kindness-Inclusion-Change-Diversity-Equity-Make a difference-Embrace different cultures; Slogan/”All Together Now” Artist/Sophie Blackall