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Author
Publisher
McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Language
English
Formats
Description
"The author is a long-time storytime facilitator and has put together 52 weekly themes plus additional holidays, all with detailed instructions for talking about the theme and choosing the books, crafts, songs, poems, games and snacks. Libraries, bookstores, preschools and parents alike can use this book to offer themed storytimes"--
Author
Publisher
Libraries Unlimited, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Offers new and field-tested ideas for reaching diverse library customers with fun programming even on a limited budget"--
"Passive programming is a cheap, quick, fun way to make all library customers feel like part of the community. It can support reading initiatives, foster family engagement, encourage visit frequency, and coax interaction out of library lurkers-while barely making a dent in your programming budget. Passive programming can be targeted...
Author
Publisher
ALA Editions
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"The book introduces the concept of physical literacy as a component to whole-person literacy and addresses how libraries should be offering opportunities for movement-based learning. Based on a solid foundation of neuroscience, kinesiology, and data on current physical literacy trends in libraries and other institutions, it argues for increasing kinetic programming as a catalyst for increasing other literacies, such as textual, aural/oral, emotional,...
Author
Publisher
ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"The all-in-one resource you've been clamoring for, this book presents a comprehensive package of literacy-based public library programming ideas designed for children in kindergarten through the early tweens. Chock full of strategies and best practices for promoting literacy and reading skill development, it also features numerous planning templates and other materials ready to print and adapt as needed. With specific guidance for improving and streamlining...
Author
Publisher
ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Fandoms are passionate communities of people, tied together by their fervent devotion to a fictional book, show, sport, and more. The authors provide library programmers with practical tips for offering programs that will appeal to the various fandoms that exist among your patrons. Each theme in the book includes suggestions that can be adapted for your facility.
Author
Publisher
ALA Editions
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"This book will engage your library's users through toy-centric events that riff on Everything Barbie, Strawberry Shortcake, Cabbage Patch Kids and more; Poodle Totes, Flannel Pillows, Flair Fun, Graffiti Art, and other DIY projects; video screenings such as I Want My MTV, Nostalgia Nickelodeon Night, Cult Movie Fest, and Marvel Madness; programs that incorporate yummy treats like cake pops, Chex mix, Classic Candies by the Decade, and popular microwaveable...
Author
Publisher
Libraries Unlimited, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"This book presents fashion as a way to offer a fun and interesting program for teens in the library--and not just for girls. Today's fashion-savvy teenaged guys are just as likely to be eager participants"--
Author
Series
Practical guides for librarians volume no. 45
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Coding for Children and Young Adults in Libraries is an all-inclusive guide to teaching coding in libraries to very young learners. This book will provide all librarians, whether they are brand new to the idea of coding or fairly experienced with it, with both the foundation to understand coding and tools they can use--
Author
Publisher
ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Young children love to move�and that's a great thing! Because in addition to supporting early learning, storytime can provide young children with opportunities to explore physical movement. The centuries-old contemplative movement practice known as yoga is more than just a passing trend; it can offer physical, emotional, and mental benefits to practitioners of all ages, including young children. And getting started with yoga storytime doesn't require...