Resources Unearth A StoryTM Don't forget! There are Additional Resources in the CSLP Online Manual - from partners like SciStarter to librarian designed decorations! Go to your online manual and click "Additional Resources" on the navigation bar under Unearth A StoryTM. You'll even find a 3D Digby printing file! The Michigan Learning Channel’s 2026 Summer Activity Books are now available! These books help kids (grades PreK - 6th) stay engaged, curious, and confident all summer long with 75+ activities designed for eight weeks of learning. There are three books: Early Learners, Lower Elementary, and Upper Elementary. There are two ways to access these books: 1. Download free PDFs<https://www.michiganlearning.org/learning-hub/programs-and-collections/summer/> <https://www.michiganlearning.org/learning-hub/programs-and-collections/summer/> of these books on the Michigan Learning Channel website. You can print these directly for your students or use them virtually. 2. Order physical copies<https://michiganlearning.ypsistandard.com/docLib/>. You can order just one book or make a bulk order for your school! Books are less than $3 each and shipping is included for every order. Assemble: Teacher/Parent Toolkits An early start in civics education can help children develop an understanding of how to ask critical questions and become an educated voter. PBS Learning Media created these Assemble toolkits<https://wkar.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/arkansas-pbs-civics/assemble-teaching-civics-in-an-election-year-media-gallery/> to help guide children through the civic process during the “teachable moments” of this election year. LM CE Stipend reminder for ALSC National Institute Registration is open for the 2026 National Institute in Buffalo, NY! Not a bad drive if you can cut through Canada... Please don't forget LM's CE Stipend<http://mi.gov/cestipend> is available for conferences. Consider applying<http://mi.gov/cestipend> <http://mi.gov/cestipend> to support your professional development. In the News... Rethinking Teen Services in Rural Communities<https://publiclibrariesonline.org/2026/05/rethinking-teen-services-in-rural-communities/> - Public Libraries Online, 5/20/26 4 Books to Commemorate Juneteenth<https://www.slj.com/story/newsfeatures/4-Books-to-Commemorate-Juneteenth> - SLJ Reviews, 6/2/26 9 Stirring Nonfiction Titles to Share with Young Readers for Pride Month<https://www.slj.com/story/9-stirring-nonfiction-titles-to-share-with-young-readers-for-pride-month> - SLJ Reviews, 5/18/26 Ready to Read Michigan Presents... Practical Puppetry for Powerful Programs with Katie George! Save the Date(s): There will be two (2) full-day workshops. One on Monday, September 14th and the other on Tuesday, September 15th. Locations will be announced when registration opens in June. Katie George has been working in public libraries for over 20 years. She is currently the Professional Development Instructor at Howard County Library System in suburban Maryland, but she began her library career in the children’s department. Katie has incorporated puppetry into library programs and events for children, teens, and adults. Before moving to library land, Katie performed with puppets at Walt Disney World and constructed puppets at VEE Corporation in Minneapolis. For two years she was the Resident Puppet Builder at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta. Katie earned her MA from the University of Connecticut's Puppet Arts Program and her MLS from the University of Maryland's College of Library and Information Studies. Katie has presented puppetry workshops for the Puppeteers of America, the Maryland Library Association, the American Library Association, and in other venues. Space for these workshops will be limited, so save the dates now and look for a message from me when registration opens! This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Best wishes to all kicking off their summer programming Saturday and into next week! Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5@michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | 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/> Join the MiYouth<https://liblists.org/postorius/lists/miyouth.liblists.org/> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [cid:b0c8b4ee-bd3d-42d6-9297-8a6af0b59c31] Nourishing Michigan’s Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.
