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  • Nonfiction Fall Announcements 2010 - Posted Tuesday, August 24, 2010

    Nonfiction Fall Announcements 2010

    Free Webinar

    Tuesday, August 31, 2010, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST

    Register here

    Note: If this time doesn’t fit your schedule, you can find this and other programs in the Library Journal archive at  http://bit.ly/SLJArchives.

    Join a panel of children's and teen nonfiction publishers for a fast-moving and fun presentation of their new and forthcoming nonfiction series titles.

    Presenters:

    • Dan Verdick, Director of Marketing, ABDO Publishing
    • Jonathan Strickland, Associate Publisher, Black Rabbit Books
    • Chris Nasso, Publisher, Greenhaven Press, Lucent Books, and KidHaven Press
    • Louis Cohen, Principal , Mason Crest Publishers

    Moderator:

    • Dodie Ownes, Editor, SLJTeen
  • Better World Books/NCFL Libraries and Families Grants - Posted Thursday, August 19, 2010

    Better World Books and the National Center for Family Literacy will reward and enhance existing family programming and expand literacy-building practices of families in library settings. Three $10,000 grants are awarded each year to connect more families to their local libraries and expand their literacy efforts in new and innovative ways.

    One winner will be chosen from each of the three following categories:

    1. Local Friends of the Library programs
    2. Public/academic libraries
    3. Urban libraries

    In addition, award recipients will receive scholarships to attend the National Conference on Family Literacy in 2011. More information and the online application are available at http://www.famlit.org/BWB-library-award.

    Deadline: November 12, 2010.

  • Register for Teen Read Week - Posted Tuesday, August 17, 2010

    Books With Beat @ Your Library – October 17-23, 2010

    Registration is now open for Teen Read Week 2010! Visit the TRW site to register, find ideas and products, use publicity tools and more.

    This year’s theme, “Books With Beat @ Your Library,” encourages teens to read poetry, audiobooks, books about music and more.

    Teen Read Week is an initiative of the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA).

    Why is it important to celebrate? For a lot of reasons! Teens have so many options for entertainment, so it’s important to remind them to spend time reading for pleasure: it’s free, fun, and can be done anywhere! Research shows that teens who read for fun have better test scores and are more likely to succeed in the workforce. Also, it’s a great chance to let your school or your public library communities know how important teen services are! Let teens know the possibilities that exist within your doors, and within the covers of books.

    After you register, be sure to:

  • Fantastic Fall Fiction for Youth - Posted Tuesday, August 17, 2010

    Fantastic Fall Fiction for Youth

    Free Webinar

    Tuesday, August 24, 2010, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. EDT

    Register here

    Note: If this time doesn’t fit your schedule, you can find links to this and other Booklist webinars at http://bit.ly/BooklistWebinars.

    Temperatures will soon be starting to drop, but fall reading is hot! Autumn ushers in some of the most exciting youth fiction titles of the publishing year, and this free Booklist webinar will give you a head start on books to watch for from their sponsors, Egmont USA, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, and Albert Whitman and Company.  Middle-school librarian Cindy Dobrez will offer tips on using fiction in library programs and getting kids hooked on reading. Join the panel for an hour that will get you ready for a new season of reading!

  • Ideas for Developing an Internet Safety Education Program - Posted Sunday, August 15, 2010

    Tuesday, August 24, 2010

    2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET

    In the online classroom

    Is your library considering an Internet Safety Education program? Are you developing programs to teach patrons of all ages how to reduce their risks when working online?  Do you have more questions than answers? Join our panel of librarians from across Florida to hear their experiences with developing and implementing Internet Safety Education programs. Stay online to participate in the discussion with other library staff in various stages of implementing their own Internet Safety Education program.

    This program will be of interest to library directors and staff who will develop and/or implement the Internet Safety Education program.

    Panelists:

    • Renelda Sells, Chief Librarian, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library
    • Paula Godfrey, Special Projects and Grants Services Coordinator, Pinellas Public Library Cooperative
    • Cilla Jacobson, Youth Services Coordinator, Palm Beach County Library System
    • Kathy Tekin, Youth Services Coordinator, Jacksonville Public Library

    Moderator:

    • Patricia Romig, Youth Services Consultant, State Library and Archives of Florida

    For more information about this session, contact Youth Services Consultant Patricia Romig at paromig@dos.state.fl.us or 850.245.6629.

    Registration information:

    Register for this session

  • Teen Book Buzz Fall 2010 - Posted Friday, August 13, 2010

    Teen Book Buzz Fall 2010

    Free Webinar

    Thursday, August 19, 2010, from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST

    Register here

    Note: If this time doesn’t fit your schedule, you can find this and other programs in the Library Journal archive at  http://bit.ly/SLJArchives.

    How do you satisfy the inexhaustible reading hunger of young adults and teens? Get them something new! Register for this Teen Book Buzz webcast and get the early word on the season’s biggest hits and forthcoming titles that you are just going to have to stock to keep those voracious teen readers happy.

    Our participating publishers always make it entertaining to hear about their titles, and you’ll get the inside story on authors, read-alikes and next in series news. Get the buzz behind the big hits and find out what is in the YA pipeline for 2011!

    Presenters:

    • Victoria Stapleton, Associate Director, School & Library Marketing, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
    • Lisa DiSarro, Associate Marketing Director, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
    • Natashya Wilson, Senior Editor, Harlequin TEEN
    • Glenda Howard, Executive Editor, Kimani TRU

    Moderator:

    • Dodie Ownes, Editor, SLJTeen

     

  • National Gaming Day @ Your Library - Posted Thursday, August 12, 2010

    Registration and New Logos Available for National Gaming Day @ Your Library

    Join hundreds of libraries of all types across the country and abroad to participate in ALA’s 3rd annual National Gaming Day @ your library on November 13, 2010. New logos are available to begin advertising your library’s planned activities now.

    In 2009, more than 31,000 people of all ages played games in libraries on National Gaming Day, more than twice the number in 2008. The goal is to double the number of participants again this year.

    This year’s event will again include a national videogame tournament (Rock Band and Super Smash Bros. Brawl), as well as board game and other activities. Registration for the tournament and to receive donations opened in July, so watch http://ngd.ala.org for announcements.

    ALA’s National Gaming Day focuses on the social and recreational side of gaming. Gaming at the library encourages patrons of all ages to interact with diverse peers, share their expertise and develop new strategies for gaming and learning. At the library, kids can socialize with their friends and play board and video games while surrounded by books, librarians and a real world of knowledge.

    Tools to promote National Gaming Day including press releases, tips and a National Gaming Day toolkit are available at http://ngd.ala.org.

  • Creating Inviting Low Cost Teen Spaces - Posted Tuesday, June 8, 2010

    Creating Inviting Low Cost Teen Spaces

    Free Webinar

    Wednesday, June 16, 2010, from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Eastern

    Registration is not required. More information and access information is available online.

    The link to this program will be available at 2:30 p.m. on June 16, 2010.

    Graffiti, anime, slam poetry, Wii? Is your service to teens outdated or non-existent? Want to create a space that captures the attention of teens? No space and no money?

    Creating spaces in libraries where teens can meet in a safe and stimulating environment is an exciting and challenging project. But, have you asked yourself:

    • Do I have space for this in my library?
    • Where would I put it?
    • How much will it cost?
    • How do I feel about gaming?
    • What's wrong with sitting in a chair at a table?
    • What can I do to control noise?
    • What would a teen space look like?
    • How can I get them to participate in planning their space?

    In this webinar, participants will:

    • Evaluate current service for teens
    • Share ideas about programs for teens
    • Take a virtual tour of new teen spaces
    • Learn how to create an ambience that appeals to teens
    • Review seating, signage, acoustics, finish materials
    • Share tips that promote teen involvement
    • Discover the practicalities and pitfalls of creating spaces for teens.

    This webinar will be of interest to public librarians, library planners, architects, teen advisory boards or anyone planning or updating teen spaces in their library.

  • Build-A-Bear Literacy and Education Grants - Posted Tuesday, June 1, 2010

    Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation

    Literacy and Education Grants

    Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. is accepting grant applications as part of its annual giving program. The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation Literacy and Education Grants provide direct support for children in literacy and education programs such as summer reading programs, early childhood education programs, and literacy programs for children with special needs. Grants are a one-time contribution and range from $1,000 to $10,000.

    The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation began accepting literacy and education applications on March 2, 2010, and will review them on a rolling basis throughout the year. For more information visit the Build-A-Bear Workshop website.

  • Feedback Sought on ALA/AASL Standards for Initial Programs for School Librarian Preparation - Posted Wednesday, May 12, 2010

    Feedback Sought on ALA/AASL Standards for Initial Programs for School Librarian Preparation

    The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), welcomes comments from school librarians, educators and students at school librarianship programs on the draft revised ALA/AASL Standards for Initial Programs for School Librarian Preparation.

    The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) has a seven year review cycle for program standards. The revised program standards reflect newly published learning standards and program guidelines in the field. Major changes in the revised standards include:

    • Highlighting “Teaching for Learning” as the first standard, reflecting the key teaching role of the school librarian.
    • Collaboration and the role of instructional partner under the Teaching for Learning standard.
    • Presenting both Literacy and Reading and Advocacy and Leadership as separate standards, reflecting the importance of each in the field.
    • Adding “Professional Ethics” as an element under the Program Management and Administration standard.

     

    ALA policy states that for school librarians, the appropriate first professional degree is either a master's degree from a program accredited by ALA or a master's degree with a specialty in school librarianship from a program recognized by AASL in an NCATE-accredited educational unit. NCATE accreditation with AASL national recognition is an assurance of quality for programs in school librarianship. These standards are the basis for AASL/NCATE program review and the process leading to the decision that a program meets standards and should receive national recognition. The standards describe what proficient candidates should know and be able to do as they complete their program.