This free webinar just came across my desk (and who doesn’t love Mr. Rogers?!):

What Fred Rogers Would Say About “the Difference We Make”- How Simple, Everyday Interactions in Early Childhood Are Critical

by Dana Winters, Ph.D. and Junlei Li, Ph.D.

October 10, 2019

2:00 PM EST

In 1983, Fred Rogers delivered his ﬁrst keynote address for the National Association for the Education of Young Children, where he asked the audience, “Do you ever wonder if you have made a difference?” More than three decades later, that question continues to resonate among many early childhood educators.

This webinar is a reﬂection and discussion of what it means to make a difference in today’s early care and education contexts. Presenters Dana Winters, Ph.D., from the Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children’s Media, and Junlei Li, Ph.D., from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, will discuss:

What does making a difference look like in simple, everyday teacher-child interactions?
What enhances or limits our ability to recognize the impact we make?
How do we help each other to appreciate and grow the kind of practices that make a positive impact on children and families?

The discussion is based and informed on their collaborative work on “Simple Interactions”, a practice-based, strength-focused, and community- driven approach to appreciate and strengthen the quality of human interactions across developmental contexts, particularly in early care and education.

Can’t participate in our webinars at the appointed time? Never fear! All of the webinars are recorded. To view the recording, simply register now and you will receive an email with a link to the recording when it is ready to be viewed.

Cathy Lancaster

Youth Services Coordinator

Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915

LancasterC5@michigan.gov | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan

Family Matters is an outreach effort to equip families of children with disabilities by offering free information and resources.

Visit Family Matters, call OSE Information Line at 888-320-8384 or Email: mde-ose@michigan.gov.

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Collection Development

Library Science Collection

If you haven’t had the chance to check it out yet, the Library of Michigan has a Library Science collection that serves all librarians and library types. You can find information on managing computers in libraries, supervising staff or volunteers, developing your library collection, managing digital collections, curriculum, fundraising to enhance your budget, facilities management, serving special populations of patrons, standards for school libraries, etc.
Some new titles are:

Early learning through play : library programming for diverse communities / Kristin Grabarek and Mary R. Lanni
Leading from the library : help your school community thrive in the digital age / Shannon McClintock Miller and William Bass
Librarian's guide to writing for professional publication / Marta Mestrovic Deyrup.

Anyone can borrow the materials through MeLCat or interlibrary loan. To find items, search the Library of Michigan's catalog, ANSWER, by topic, or browse the Library Science Collection. If you don’t find what you need, feel free to suggest a purchase to me. Use the collection to improve your services and learn new ideas. Pass the word about it to your colleagues!

Diverse Book Finders is an amazing (free) tool that will provide an analysis of existing collections to determine the degree of diversity present for children's books. The free webinar will take place on October 8, 2019. Please share if you know of school librarians/children's librarians in need of strategic planning for increasing the diversity in their collections. http://maine.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=5199

Do you feel it is important to have a diverse children's collection, but don't always know where to start?

Join the Diverse BookFinder as we walk you through how to use our new Collection Analysis Tool (CAT), specifically designed to help you diversify your picture book collection! This free, online resource allows you to upload a single file and get a snapshot of who is represented -- and how -- in your collection. The CAT is funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and will go live on October 1st. Participants will learn how to use the CAT and how to use the resulting report in combination with the Diverse BookFinder Search Tool to drive collection-based decisions. Finally, we will discuss the role of librarians in carefully reviewing books to build authentic and inclusive library collections that counter bias and promote cultural pluralism. http://maine.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=5199
~ Andrea Jamison
Diversity Fellow and Lecturer in Library Services
Valparaiso University

ALSC

Child Care is Everywhere

Free Webinar

How Libraries Can Develop, Strengthen, and Support Child Care Part I: Introduction to Child Care & Bringing Literacy to Child Care, Saturday, 11.7.2019, 11:00 AM EST.

The Librarian Listened: Helping Children and Caregivers Handle Mental Health Conditions by Kaitlin Frick, 9.24.19.

YALSA

TeenTober Marketing Materials
For TeenTober’s inaugural soft launch, YALSA has released its official logo, along with social media graphics. View and download them here. Celebrating? Share your photos and programs with us on Twitter by tweeting @yalsa and using #TeenTober.

Get in the Game and Vote Poster & Bookmark
In collaboration with ALA Graphics, YALSA has released a poster aimed to encourage teens to become more civically engaged. The poster highlights the who, what, where, when, how, and why of voting and will help youth and new voters navigate their way to the polls. Check out and order the new poster and digital bookmark. A customizable, digital version of the poster and bookmark is also available. Check out the mini-poster, bookmark, or the set.

Teens First: Basic Learning Outcomes Guide
Setting specific, practical learning goals for your teen program is important to ensure quality learning for teens. Our free basic learning outcomes resource makes it easy for you to identify and set them. View the quick, one-page guide now. Need additional guidance? Check out our Teen Programming Guidelines.

You’re Not Alone: Mental Health Nonfiction Picks for Teens from Brooke Windsor, 9.9.19.

Outreach

A School-Public Library Partnerships Toolkit is available from AASL/ALSC/YALSA and has recently been updated.

Idea: Collaborate with local restaurants/cafes to offer sensory and literacy kits! Okemos Outback Steakhouse Brings Sensory Kits to Restaurant, 10.2.19.

Summer Library Programming

CSLP Survey winner: Alcona County Library!

Thank you to all who took the time to submit your feedback and numbers.

CSLP’s 2019 Annual Meeting Updates: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JRqWIh8PayXgFVof9jGteYw1BTx4-OsJS00HAl3kL3o/edit?usp=sharing

Imagine Your Story Workshop

You’ll hear updates on all the changes with CSLP, grant opportunities, work with nationally known storyteller Will Stuck on how to get the most from programming (youth & teens), decorating, and networking with your fellow librarians across the state. Later in the day you’ll have the chance to experience virtually reality and learn from NMU Professor Kevin McDonough on your different VR options and brainstorm with others on how to offer programming and outreach around VR.

Monday, November 18 at Bloomfield Township Public Library

Tuesday, November 19 at Portage District Library

Thursday, November 21 at Otsego County Library

Fee: $30 includes lunch

Doors open at 9:00am; Workshop runs 9:30am-4:30pm
Agenda
9:00 AM – Doors Open/Registration
9:30 AM – CSLP updates for "Imagine Your Story" and LSTA Grant Opportunities
10 AM – Will Stuck: How to Get the Most from the Theme, Passive Programming, Decorating, and PR.
Noon – Lunch
12:30-2:00 PM – Will Stuck: PreK programming, Weekly Programs, Stand Alone Programs, Q&A + Idea Sharing
2:00-4:00 PM – Kevin McDonough: VR Presentation & Hands-On Experience
4:00 PM – Wrap-up & Evaluations

This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Have a fantastic October weekend!

Cathy Lancaster

Youth Services Coordinator

Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915

LancasterC5@michigan.gov | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan