Thanks to all who joined today's meeting! We had a great preview of DemographicsNow<https://bit.ly/MeLDemoNow> from Liz Breed, MeL Coordinator. Don't forget that Theresa Runyan, MeL's Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries, is available for staff trainings and there are training videos; all available at: https://mel.org/staff. Following DemoNow, we recapped last week's question on what is our "why" for summer reading, how that might change this summer, and how best to meet our communities' needs. Summer Food Service Program<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-66254_34491---,00.html> information was shared and I encourage your library to see if you're eligible to become a sponsor site. Finally, we did some crowdsourcing of summer library planning: https://bit.ly/MiYouth4_22_20. <-- Links to slides, the chatbox and more are included on this shared doc, so feel free to add to it, save it, & refer to it as you make your plans for summer 2020. MiYouth meetings are weekly and open to any public library staff in Michigan. Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - the link & password are always the same. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991 Password: 454345 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3657 USA 8883634735 (US Toll Free) Conference code: 519921 Together, we've got this! Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan LancasterC5@michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Upcoming Webinar Trainings! The Library of Michigan knows that schedules are ever-changing at this point, but we wanted to offer some engaging professional development for Youth Services staff over the coming weeks... All the training listed below will support in-library and/or virtual programming for youth and teen services. All MiYouth webinars listed below will be recorded and sent to registrants, so sign-up today. For a full listing of LM events please see our registration site.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventList.jsp&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C283c42bf121049fded3b08d7e300514b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227462815529902&sdata=SbUDyViIMSC8k4rZhWrjE2B5y2IKR5vs7Jqx89EdEaY%3D&reserved=0> Singing Our Way to Literacy!<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D309%26&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C283c42bf121049fded3b08d7e300514b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227462815529902&sdata=6Zw9YCCfIfji2BdI2oVhJsynO3AJ2%2BEpsYKEOd5tHis%3D&reserved=0> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Friday, April 24, 2020 10:00 AM ET Singing with children is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to increase reading and writing readiness. It also serves as "Storytime Glue." You don't have to sing well to share music with kids - you just need give yourself permission! Join, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss for a webinar filled with rhythms, rhymes, songs and silliness. Learn to use simple rhythm instruments and props to move and groove with kids. Discover how singing refines auditory discrimination and sequencing, improves listening skills, creates phonological awareness, print awareness, enriches vocabulary and uplifts our mood! Webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the event. Registered attendees will get a link to the recording after the webinar. 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. Motion<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D315%26&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C283c42bf121049fded3b08d7e300514b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227462815539857&sdata=Ss9tTmEXv903QgBsN6qIdUTx%2FrEaWVoqNmVE%2FHeBqEE%3D&reserved=0>! with Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone Tuesday, April 28, 2020 10:00 AM ET In this STEM training, Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone will provide background information about forces and motion, and share connections to the Next Generation Science Standards. Some easy, tried and true activities that you can do virtually with your patrons using everyday household items will be demonstrated. Webinar participants will also receive links to information sheets that support each activity so that you can create a "Motion" STEM program, either in the library or virtually, for your families. Wandoo Reader Overview with DEMCO Tuesday, April 28, 2020 2:00 PM ET Link will be sent to account holders from Demco, so make sure you look for support@evancedsolutions.com<mailto:support@evancedsolutions.com> or check with your director. Wandoo Reader Deep Dive with DEMCO Thursday, April 30, 2020 2:00 PM ET Link will be sent to account holders from Demco, so make sure you look for support@evancedsolutions.com<mailto:support@evancedsolutions.com> or check with your director. Childhood Trauma in a Time of Crisis<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D312%26&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C283c42bf121049fded3b08d7e300514b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227462815539857&sdata=7SWpub7FclBP2EzoCE32jvNR%2BZ63vA1jrtCVQUyzHs0%3D&reserved=0> with Dr. Amelia Siders, Children's Advocacy Centers of Michigan Tuesday, May 5, 2020 2:00 PM ET For some children, home is not a safe place. Take a deeper look at what some children might be experiencing in this time of crisis, how it might affect learning, how to recognize the signs of abuse, and how public libraries might best serve these children. Dr. Amelia Siders will be our presenter, she is the Director of Clinical Practice Development and Education, at the Children's Advocacy Centers of Michigan. Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) partner with prosecutors, law enforcement, and protective services to coordinate the investigation of child maltreatment-often child sexual abuse. CACs also provide support to child survivors of abuse so that those kids can get back to being kids. DIY Puppets and Props to Support Imagine Your Story<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D313%26&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C283c42bf121049fded3b08d7e300514b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227462815549808&sdata=qS90hBETZkTiS9BXlLkTNUJ7SeFGr9TJ2j0IeRSo90A%3D&reserved=0> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Friday, May 8, 2020 10:00 AM ET "Story" is a part of a child's first language and key to exploring and understanding their world. Imaginative play is essential to a healthy childhood and a more compassionate, fulfilling adulthood. And so, providing children opportunities for open-ended narrative play with puppets and props will not only allow them to develop social skills like sharing and cooperation, it will also help use their imagination to grow in language and literacy! In this webinar, facilitated by Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss, learn how to provide children with simple puppets and props from every-day household items to provide "anytime, anywhere" opportunities for narrative play. STEM in the Kitchen<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D316%26&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C283c42bf121049fded3b08d7e300514b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227462815549808&sdata=n7GvMps4Wxjg%2FoLVT4d4Ak%2BpjC6Zq9i7Vp2qFN4arms%3D&reserved=0> with Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone Tuesday, May 12, 2020 10:00 AM ET In this STEM training Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone will introduce some basic chemistry concepts while demonstrating fun and easy-to-do chemistry activities straight from the kitchen. Activities that you can do virtually with your patrons using everyday kitchen tools will be demonstrated. Webinar participants will also receive links to information sheets that support each activity so that you can create a "STEM in the Kitchen" program, either in the library or virtually, for your families. Literacy All Day, Every Day: How to Present Easy-to- Use Language and Literacy Tips to Parents and Caregivers<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D314%26&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C283c42bf121049fded3b08d7e300514b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227462815549808&sdata=AakyeJwW%2BLTVx%2FFU8dhlDxwAXHObzhQj86ccTcbzui8%3D&reserved=0> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Tuesday, May 19, 2020 10:00 AM ET Parents and caregivers know the value of the storytime programs; librarians not only provide valuable language experiences, they model good practices! But how do we help parents understand that language experience is something they can provide for their children all-day, every day? Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will model a Ready-to-Use Parent Presentation that librarians can use to encourage parents to engage their children in quality language experiences during the course of a regular day with their kids. These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.