From katie.anderson at state.or.us Wed Jan 2 09:03:36 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2013 17:03:36 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Upcoming professional development opportunities online Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E2AB46@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Hello! I just learned about the following online training opportunities in January - May sponsored by ALA's Association for Library Services to Children (ALSC). "One of ALSC's goals to provide children?s librarians with timely, educational and affordable professional development opportunities. Because life in a library moves fast, ALSC's webinars are the perfect solution for someone who wants and needs educational information but doesn't have a lot of time or resources. These short (one to two hour) interactive sessions taking place in Adobe Connect give librarians and library support staff the opportunity to learn right at their desks. The only necessary tools are a computer and the internet. At $45 a session for ALSC members, $55 for non-members and $195 for groups, webinars are highly affordable, and because they're interactive, students get the benefit of sharing ideas with one another and networking from afar." --from the ALSC website. Past webinars have been recorded and are available for only $25 at: http://www.ala.org/alsc/webinararchive Questions? Contact Jenny Najduch (jnajduch at ala.org) or Dan Rude drude at ala.org 312.280.2164 Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 ________________________________ From: Dan Rude [drude at ala.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2013 7:51 AM To: alsc-l at ala.org Subject: [alsc-l] Upcoming ALSC Webinars - January 2013 Upcoming ALSC Webinars ? January 2013 It?s a new year and to celebrate ALA's Association for Library Services to Children (ALSC) has a whole bunch of new webinars. Learn about offering international films in your library in Seeing the World through a Different Lens: International Films for Youth. Don?t forget: there are also plenty of great webinar opportunities in conjunction with the Caldecott 75th Anniversary! ALSC members receive free registration for all Caldecott 75th webinars! For more information on these webinars ? such as times, fees, and registration ? please visit the ALSC webinar site: http://www.ala.org/alsc/edcareeers/profdevelopment/alscweb/webinars. Below is a calendar of upcoming webinars: January Seeing the World through a Different Lens: International Films for Youth Tues., Jan. 15, 2013, Noon - 1 PM CT February Expanding the Caldecott Experience: Programming with Caldecott Winning and Honor Books Wed., Feb. 20, 2013, 11 AM - Noon CT* Seeing the World through a Different Lens: International Films for Youth Thurs., Feb. 21, 2013, 11 AM - Noon CT March Get to Know the Caldecott Winners Tues., Mar. 12, 2013, 5 - 6 PM CT Seeing the World through a Different Lens: International Films for Youth Thurs., Mar. 14, 2013, 4 - 5 PM CT April Expanding the Caldecott Experience: Programming with Caldecott Winning and Honor Books Tues., Apr. 9, 2013, 6 - 7 PM CT* Seeing the World through a Different Lens: International Films for Youth Tues., Apr. 23, 2013, 5 - 6 PM CT May Get to Know the Caldecott Winners Thurs., May 16, 2012, 1 - 2 PM CT *This webinar is being offered free to personal ALSC members. Registration for non-members is $55. Archived Webinars Missed a webinar you wanted to attend? Don?t worry! ALSC presents archived versions of webinars, which are offered at a discounted price. Archived webinars cost only $25. Please note that recorded versions are not available until all of the live sessions of that webinar have taken place. See the complete list of archived webinars at: http://www.ala.org/alsc/webinararchive ALSC Online Education Proposals Have an idea for an ALSC webinar or online course? The ALSC Education Committee is adding to ALSC?s online course and webinar offerings. If you are interested in teaching a course or webinar, please fill out the online education proposal form found at ALSC?s website: http://www.ala.org/alsc/online-education-proposal Dan Rude Membership/Marketing Specialist Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) drude at ala.org 312.280.2164 This e-mail and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential information and is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify me immediately by reply e-mail and delete this message; please do not copy it or use it for any purposes, or disclose its contents to any other person. Thank you for your cooperation. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jennifer.maurer at state.or.us Wed Jan 2 10:04:57 2013 From: jennifer.maurer at state.or.us (Jennifer Maurer) Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2013 18:04:57 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Letters About Literature Contest Entries Must Be Postmarked by January 11th Message-ID: Just a friendly reminder that entries for Letters About Literature, a national reading and writing contest, must be postmarked by January 11th. Recall that all letters must be submitted with an entry form: http://www.oregon.gov/osl/LD/youthsvcs/lettersaboutlit/LALEntryFormGuidelines2013.pdf. FYI, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301 503.378.5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us OSLIS || www.oslis.org Learn to research. Research to learn.(c) From: Jennifer Maurer Sent: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 9:48 AM To: 'kids-lib at listsmart.osl.state.or.us' Subject: 2013 Letters About Literature Contest Has Begun Letters About Literature is a national reading and writing contest sponsored by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress. Students write letters to an author explaining how that author's book changed their way of thinking about the world or themselves. There are three competition levels: Level I for 4th-6th graders, Level II for 7th-8th graders, and Level III for 9th-10th graders. Oregon's three winners, one from each competition level, will go on to compete nationally. Entry forms and guidelines are now available online at http://www.oregon.gov/osl/LD/Pages/youthsvcs/aboutlit.aspx. All entries must be postmarked January 11, 2013. Librarians and teachers can download and print bookmarks and stickers to distribute to students and patrons. Lesson plans and an outline connecting Letters About Literature to Common Core State Standards for English language arts are available online at http://www.oregon.gov/osl/LD/Pages/youthsvcs/aboutlit.aspx#Promotional_Material_and_Resources. Last school year, over 800 students in Oregon entered the contest, and 1 in 11 of them received cash prizes or bookstore gift certificates. These prizes are made possible through support from the Oregon Reading Association, Oregon Association of School Libraries, and the Oregon Library Association's Children Services Division and Young Adult network. Please visit the website or contact me for more information. Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301 503.378.5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From emoberg at cityofseaside.us Wed Jan 2 12:00:31 2013 From: emoberg at cityofseaside.us (Esther Moberg) Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2013 12:00:31 -0800 Subject: [kids-lib] Less than a month left to nominate for the Evelyn Sibley Lampman Award! Message-ID: <90c8f591-826f-4c9a-ad55-7be876f577f7@cityofseaside.us> Do you know someone who has done an outstanding job serving the children of Oregon? Have you worked with an amazing librarian, Oregon author, or educator that has knocked your socks off in their achievements for the children of Oregon or children's literature? Run, don't walk, to your e-mail and nominate that person for the Evelyn Sibley Lampman award! Nomination eligibility requirements are as follows: * The person shall reside principally in Oregon. * The award shall be given for personal accomplishments to recognize the individual's contribution and shall not be conferred upon an individual representing the accomplishments of many. * Only living persons may be considered for the award. Please include the following in the award submissions: * Nominee's name * Nominee's title, address, and phone (if known) * Description of the nominee's significant and lasting contributions over the years that have benefited the children of Oregon. * Letters of support are welcome, but not required. The Evelyn Sibley Lampman Award, presented by the Children's Services Division of the Oregon Library Association, at the OLA Annual Conference, is given in memory of the noted Oregon teacher, journalist and author of children's books. Nominations for the award shall be accepted from Children's Division members, OLA members and members of the Lampman Award Committee. Current Lampman Committee members are not eligible to be nominated. The award is given in memory of Evelyn Sibley Lampman (1907-1980), noted Oregon teacher, journalist, and author of children's books. Please send all nomination materials to Esther Moberg emoberg at cityofseaside.us or care of Esther Moberg at the Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, OR 97138 Nominations will be accepted through January 27th, 2013. For more information on the award and the current committee, click here: http://www.olaweb.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=131 Happy New Year! Esther Moberg Director, Seaside Public Library Seaside, Oregon emoberg at cityofseaside.us 503-738-6742 www.seasidelibrary.org www.facebook.com/seasidepubliclibrary -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From reading at librifoundation.org Wed Jan 2 15:43:53 2013 From: reading at librifoundation.org (The Libri Foundation) Date: Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:43:53 -0800 Subject: [kids-lib] Grant Opportunity for Rural Public Libraries Message-ID: <50E4C639.7070506@librifoundation.org> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 2013 The Libri Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2013 BOOKS FOR CHILDREN grants. The Libri Foundation is a nationwide non-profit organization which donates new, quality, hardcover children's books to small, rural public libraries throughout the United States. Since October 1990, the Foundation has donated almost $5,500,000 worth of new children's books to more than 3,000 libraries in all 50 states. In order to encourage and reward local support of libraries, The Libri Foundation will match any amount of money raised by your local sponsors from $50 to $350 on a 2-to-1 ratio. Thus, a library can receive up to $1,050 worth of new children's books. After a library receives a grant, local sponsors (such as formal or informal Friends groups, civic or social organizations, local businesses, etc.) have four months, or longer if necessary, to raise their matching funds. The librarian of each participating library selects the books her library will receive from a booklist provided by the Foundation. The 700-plus fiction and nonfiction titles on the booklist reflect the very best of children's literature published primarily in the last three years. These titles, which are for children ages 12 and under, are award-winners or have received starred reviews in library, literary, or education journals. The booklist also includes a selection of classic children's titles. Libraries are qualified on an individual basis. In general, county libraries should serve a population under 16,000 and town libraries should serve a population under 10,000 (usually under 5,000). Libraries should be in a rural area, have a limited operating budget, and an active children's department. Please note: Rural is usually considered to be at least 30 miles from a city with a population over 40,000. Town libraries with total operating budgets over $150,000 and county libraries with total operating budgets over $350,000 are rarely given grants. Applications are accepted from independent libraries as well as libraries which are part of a county, regional, or cooperative library system. A school library may apply only if it also serves as the public library (i.e. it is open to the everyone in the community, has some summer hours, and there is no public library in town). A branch library may apply if the community it is in meets the definition of rural. If the branch library receives its funding from its parent institution, then the parent institution's total operating budget, not just the branch library's total operating budget, must meet the budget guidelines. A library that received a BOOKS FOR CHILDREN grant in 2010 or earlier is eligible to apply if it fulfilled all the grant requirements, including sending in its final report. Application deadlines for 2013 are: (postmarked by) January 23rd, and May 15th. Grants are awarded January 31st and May 31st. The names of grant recipients will be posted on the Foundation's website a few days after grants are awarded. Acceptance packets are usually mailed 14-18 days after grants are awarded. If you want your books in time for your summer reading program, please apply for a January grant. May grant recipients may not receive their books until after most summer reading programs are over. Please DO NOT waste money sending your application by Express Mail. The application deadline is based on postmark date, not arrival date. Application guidelines and forms may be downloaded from the Foundation's website at: www.librifoundation.org. For more information about The Libri Foundation or its Books for Children program, please contact Ms. Barbara J. McKillip, President, The Libri Foundation, PO Box 10246, Eugene, OR 97440. 541-747-9655 (phone); 541-747-4348 (fax); libri at librifoundation.org (email). Normal office hours are: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pacific Time. -- The Libri Foundation PO Box 10246 Eugene, OR 97440 541-747-9655 (phone) 541-747-4348 (fax) reading at librifoundation.org www.librifoundation.org From katie.anderson at state.or.us Thu Jan 3 08:29:28 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2013 16:29:28 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] FREE summer reading webinars for Oregon public, volunteer, and tribal libraries Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E2B238@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Attention staff at Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) member libraries! Below is information about two summer reading webinars that are FREE for CSLP members. If you can?t read the email below, visit this website for details and to register: http://www.shopcslp.com/cslp/pages/webinars. Questions about the webinars? Contact: 1-855-255-2757 or custsvc at upstartpromotions.com All Oregon public, volunteer, and tribal libraries are members of the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP), and receive a free summer reading manual. To get the most out of your membership, create an account on the CSLP website (http://www.cslpreads.org/) and you will be able to access additional summer reading resources. CSLP membership dues and manual fees are paid for by the State Library with LSTA funds. Summer reading manuals are distributed by OLA?s Children?s Services Division, and both CSD and OYAN members represent you on CSLP committees and at the CSLP annual meeting. For more information about CSLP contact one of your CSLP representatives: * Jessica Marie, CSD Summer Reading Chair: Jmarie at cityofsalem.net * Rick Samuelson, CSD Summer Reading Incoming Chair: ricks at wccls.org * Abbie Anderson, OYAN CSLP Chair: aanderson at cclsd.org * Katie Anderson, CSLP Oregon State Representative: katie.anderson at state.or.us Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 _____________________________________________________ From: Upstart [mailto:email at upstart.messages4.com] Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2013 8:00 AM To: Katie Anderson Subject: Katie, register today for the Dig Into Reading Webinar Discover great programming ideas and Dig Into Reading! Register Now. If you are unable to see this email, click here. 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One of our children's librarians also has a 'Babytime Cart' full of both board books and picture books that she pulls out at Lap-Sit Storytime each week. Families also know to ask at the children's desk for a look at the cart when they come in throughout the week. These books don't have as much wear and tear as the board books that are always out and are specifically geared toward that age group. Hope that helps! Amanda Amanda Lamb Children's Staff Newberg Public Library 503 E. Hancock Street Newberg, OR 97132 P 503-537-0304 amanda.lamb at newbergoregon.gov ________________________________ From: kids-lib-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us [kids-lib-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us] on behalf of jana at hoodriverlibrary.org [jana at hoodriverlibrary.org] Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2013 5:22 PM To: kids-lib at listsmart.osl.state.or.us Subject: [kids-lib] Storing Board Books Hi Everyone, I would love to hear your ideas on storing/displaying/rotating board books. We have several attractive/sturdy rectangular baskets that we've been using, BUT..we have an entire wall full of brand new Board Books that haven't made it out of the storage closet because there's no place to put them. My director is hesitant to invest in more baskets as they are a bit expensive. We would love your clever ideas! Thanks, Jana Hannigan, HRCLC -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Fri Jan 4 08:25:36 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Fri, 4 Jan 2013 16:25:36 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Storing Board Books In-Reply-To: References: <20130103182209.5849a6e70ddf9184345e698e039147e4.6f355c3346.wbe@email17.secureserver.net> Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E2B801@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Hi! I just want to remind folks participating in this conversation that purchasing furniture, fixtures, and containers to increase access to board books (and other materials for children under 6 yrs) is an early literacy activity. Thus, you may use Ready to Read Grant funds! If anyone wants to change their 2012-2013 Ready to Read Grant to do this, just shoot me an email so I can approve and document the change in your library's Ready to Read Grant file... it's really that easy! Thanks, Katie Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 From: kids-lib-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us [mailto:kids-lib-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us] On Behalf Of Amanda Lamb Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2013 5:55 PM To: jana at hoodriverlibrary.org; kids-lib at listsmart.osl.state.or.us Subject: Re: [kids-lib] Storing Board Books Here at the Newberg Public Library we use a few simple, white laundry baskets that are easy to move when we have large programs and easy to see through both for staff pulling holds and for browsing children. One of our children's librarians also has a 'Babytime Cart' full of both board books and picture books that she pulls out at Lap-Sit Storytime each week. Families also know to ask at the children's desk for a look at the cart when they come in throughout the week. These books don't have as much wear and tear as the board books that are always out and are specifically geared toward that age group. Hope that helps! Amanda Amanda Lamb Children's Staff Newberg Public Library 503 E. Hancock Street Newberg, OR 97132 P 503-537-0304 amanda.lamb at newbergoregon.gov ________________________________ From: kids-lib-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us [kids-lib-bounces at listsmart.osl.state.or.us] on behalf of jana at hoodriverlibrary.org [jana at hoodriverlibrary.org] Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2013 5:22 PM To: kids-lib at listsmart.osl.state.or.us Subject: [kids-lib] Storing Board Books Hi Everyone, I would love to hear your ideas on storing/displaying/rotating board books. We have several attractive/sturdy rectangular baskets that we've been using, BUT..we have an entire wall full of brand new Board Books that haven't made it out of the storage closet because there's no place to put them. My director is hesitant to invest in more baskets as they are a bit expensive. We would love your clever ideas! Thanks, Jana Hannigan, HRCLC -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Fri Jan 4 08:38:52 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Fri, 4 Jan 2013 16:38:52 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] In the News: Designing a Volunteer Program Focused on Literacy Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E2B81C@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Hello! Designing a Volunteer Program Focused on Literacy is a one-page memo (more like a research brief) by the Harvard Graduate School of Education. While it is not explicitly about volunteers in libraries, most of the lessons learned and recommendations are things we should be thinking about too. * Are volunteers freeing up the time of highly skilled staff members, allowing [children and teens to receive literacy support from the most qualified people]? * Are volunteers' interest and skills well-matched with their responsibilities? [Many library volunteers are retired teachers who are also highly skilled to conduct early literacy storytimes and other literacy-based programs, are you using them to their full potential? On the other hand, just because someone was an elementary school teacher doesn't mean they are qualified to conduct storytimes for children younger than 6 years old so what processes do you have in place to evaluate volunteers' skills for matching them with the most appropriate activities?] * Are volunteers' roles explicitly linked in some way to children's literacy learning? [i.e. do volunteers contribute directly to achieving your library's literacy outcomes for children and teens or do volunteers free up library staff so staff have more time to work on achieving outcomes?] * Are volunteers receiving ongoing support and supervision? Here is the URL you can copy and paste into your browser if the hyperlink doesn't work: http://isites.harvard.edu/fs/docs/icb.topic1152889.files/12Volunteers_design.pdf Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Fri Jan 4 11:23:49 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Fri, 4 Jan 2013 19:23:49 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] In the News: iPads in storytimes and apps at the library Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E2B9E1@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> I just read this very short (5 mins) article that provides pros, cons, and examples of how libraries are using iPads in storytimes and apps in the library. Here are some highlights copied and pasted from the article: * Darien plans to mount iPads in different sections of the children's library, with apps that correspond to each section. A real impetus here is the Common Core standards. "This notion of informational content will spur a lot more excitement about apps such as NatGeo," * relying on apps for storytelling dilutes the key ingredient in a child's development: human interaction. Kleckner adds that the benefits-and possible risks-of using apps are not yet well known. "My main concern is the vulnerabilities as [children's] brains develop," * advocates and dissenters alike agreed that apps are here to stay. Nelson says her library will begin curating a list of reputable and age-appropriate apps by 2013. "Whether we like it or not, that genie's out of the bottle, so we have to manage it effectively," she says. As the article says, this technology is here to stay so we have to manage it effectively regardless of our opinions. There are a lot of good resources on our website to help you and parents match developmentally appropriate media to individual kids. For example, the Three C's approach: * Content - What is the basic premise? How is it designed? Does it have repetition? Are new words defined by pointing or labeling? Can I teach my child these skills and concepts without this media? * Context - Who is interacting with the child? How do parents talk about what's on the screen? Is the child learning through a game, then applying that in another activity? Is the child telling stories about what he or she has experienced? * Child - How much stimulation can this child take? What scares her? What types of media trigger the most curious questions, playful reenactments, engagement and joy? Does this child have the skills required to do this activity successfully? How will this child react to or engage with this media? If the hyperlink doesn't work, try copying and pasting these URL's in your browser: * Article: http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/12/k-12/libraries-app-up-storytime-libraries-use-ipads-and-apps-to-engage-kids-and-parents-but-concerns-remain/ * Media Literacy information and resources: http://www.oregon.gov/osl/LD/Pages/youthsvcs/rfhf.resource.kit.year.two.aspx#Media_Literacy__RFHF_Years_2___3_ Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Please reply to klasky at josephinelibrary.org Thank you, Kate Lasky Executive Director Josephine Community Libraries 200 NW C Street Grants Pass, Oregon 97526 klasky at josephinelibrary.org office: 541-476-0571 fax: 541-479-0685 "What is more important in a library than anything else-than everything else-is the fact that it exists." Archibald MacLeish -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ricks at wccls.org Mon Jan 7 07:47:04 2013 From: ricks at wccls.org (Rick Samuelson) Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2013 15:47:04 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] CSD Mock Caldecott Results Message-ID: Hi gang, Approximately 35 librarians, educators and children's book enthusiasts from all over Oregon (and a handful of folks from Washington) met on Saturday January 5th to participate in the annual Oregon Library Association's Children's Services Division Mock Caldecott Workshop. The event included an overview of the ALA Caldecott Committee experience from 2009 Caldecott Chair Nell Colburn and a hands-on art workshop from Paige Bentley-Flannery of the Deschutes Public Library (we played with gouache, acrylic paint, water colors, cut paper, water soluble crayons, color pencils and toothpaste!). After meeting in groups to discuss a selection of picture books from 2012, everybody converged and voted on the 2013 CSD Mock Caldecott Award! Mock Caldecott Medal: One Cool Friend by Toni Buzzeo (illus. by David Small). Dial Books for Young Readers, 2012. Honor Book: More by I. C. Springman (illus. by Brian Lies). Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2012. Now if we can just contain ourselves and wait out the next 3 weeks.... (I apologize for any cross-posting) Best wishes, Rick Samuelson, Youth Services Librarian Washington County Cooperative Library Services 111 NE Lincoln, MS 58A Hillsboro, OR 97124 (503) 648-9785 5# ricks at wccls.org "The clever men at Oxford Know all that there is to be knowed. But they none of them know one half as much As intelligent Mr Toad!" -Kenneth Grahame, The Wind in the Willows -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jennifer.maurer at state.or.us Mon Jan 7 09:20:26 2013 From: jennifer.maurer at state.or.us (Jennifer Maurer) Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2013 17:20:26 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Oregon Battle of the Books Selected for 2013 Walt Morey Award Message-ID: Posted on behalf of Elke Bruton. I am so pleased to announce that Oregon Battle of the Books has been awarded the Walt Morey Young Readers Literary Legacy award! This award is "presented to a person or organization in recognition of significant contributions that have enriched Oregon's young readers." So many thank you's are in order to all of the volunteers that put OBOB together every year--we wouldn't be getting this award if it weren't for you showing up and helping us all take care of business. And, thanks to the kids for sharing their time with us every year...we'd have no battle if we had no warriors (knights, book soldiers?)--aw, you know what I mean. Please think about joining us in congratulating OBOB during the Oregon Book Awards on April 8 in Portland! Hurray for OBOB! -Elke Bruton, Administrative Chair, Oregon Battle of the Books ----------------- Elke H. Bruton, MLIS Public Services Librarian Talking Book and Braille Services Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301-3950 503-378-5455 elke.bruton at state.or.us http://www.tbabs.org [http://ola.memberclicks.net/message/image/70f10798-58a5-403c-b4a0-62baa0953a24] -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From b_a_currier at yahoo.com Mon Jan 7 16:35:46 2013 From: b_a_currier at yahoo.com (Currier Barbara) Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2013 16:35:46 -0800 (PST) Subject: [kids-lib] Storing Board Books In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1357605346.51342.YahooMailNeo@web141403.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> This is similar to what we use. There is no order to the shelving. Ours only has three levels, doesn't have wheels and it predates me at the library. http://www.shopbrodart.com/furnishings/childrens/book-display/_/Gressco-Ltd-Four-Tier-Childrens-Mobile-Book-Caddy/?q=children%27s%2bbook%2bdisplay or http://tinyurl.com/bycawb6 Barbara Adams Currier Library Assistant, Children's Department Albany Public Library 2450 14th Ave. SE? 97322 (541)?917-7580 ext 4313 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Tue Jan 8 15:17:12 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Tue, 8 Jan 2013 23:17:12 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Want to do library programs where kids can create media? Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E2CC85@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> You might find some ideas for getting started with this resource: Student-Created Media and the Common Core The new Common Core Standards put an emphasis on the ability of students to "use technology and digital media strategically and capably." In addition to providing an unending source of content to explore, digital media can also provide rich opportunities for students to demonstrate what they've learned. A terrific new online resource, Mapping Media to the Common Core, provides a menu of media options, such as Radio Show, Geo-Map, Interactive Writing, Puppet Video, and more. For each option, you can get a sense of the workflow required to complete the project, a list of tools needed (both free and for purchase), and finished examples of projects real kids have done. (from Reading Rockets) Here is an example of what you'll find: Puppet Video DEFINITION A puppet video is a short skit or story created with virtual or real puppets. WORKFLOW Initial Setup 1. If you're going to use virtual puppets, download a puppet video app. 2. If you're going to use real puppets, you'll need to borrow or purchase finger puppets and setup your recording area. A table with an uncluttered background works well, and a tripod is recommended. You can use an external video camera or a built-in laptop video camera. iPad cameras can work well too. 3. Create an account on a video sharing website where you'll upload and share your videos. Ongoing Use 1. Plan and storyboard your video. Optionally, create a script. 2. Record and export/compress your video. 3. Upload your video to a sharing site. TOOLS Virtual Puppet Apps for iPad 1. Puppet Pals Director's Pass HD ($3, recommended) or Puppet Pals Pocket (free) 2. Sock Puppets (free) Video sharing sites 1. YouTube 2. Vimeo EXAMPLES 1. Santa Goes to Washington DC (Puppet Pals) 2. Envirofest (Puppet Pals) 3. Lessons Learned from GPS (finger puppets) 4. Pray Consistently to God (finger puppets) 5. More on share.playingwithmedia.com MORE READING 1. Lessons Learned Using Puppet Pals on iPads in an After School Program (Jan 2012) 2. Finger Puppet Videography with the iPad2: Lessons Learned (Apr 2011) 3. Lessons Learned from Finger Puppet Theater on Vimeo (Feb 2011) * Image attribution: Digital drawing created by Wesley Fryer on Brushes for iPad Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 If the hyperlink doesn't work, try this URL: http://maps.playingwithmedia.com/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Best wishes, Rick Samuelson, Youth Services Librarian Washington County Cooperative Library Services (503) 648-9785 x5# From: Rick Samuelson Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2012 8:56 AM To: (kids-lib at listsmart.osl.state.or.us); 'libs-or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us'; 'oasl-all at ola.memberclicks.net'; OYAN listserv Cc: Youth Services Librarians; Young Adult Librarians; 'Jennifer Maurer' Subject: Common Core & Public Libraries Workshop - 1/30/13 Hi gang, If you were unable to attend the Common Core State Standards presentation that Jen Maurer (our State School Library Consultant) offered at the CSD Fall Workshop, I've got great news for you ... Jen has agreed to reprise her presentation! Here are the details: Common Core & Public Lirbaries: Huh? How? Wow! Wednesday January 30th from 1-3 pm Cedar Mill Community Library 12505 NW Cornell Road Portland, OR 97229-9019 Space is limited to 80 individuals. 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URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Thu Jan 10 12:44:21 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:44:21 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Professional Development Opportunity: Have Great Baby Storytimes in Your Library - New eCourse Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E3B3D6@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Hello! I just received the following email announcement for a new online course specifically about working with babies and their caregivers. It?s $175 which may seem expensive, but remember it?s online so no travel and lodging are required nor is hiring a substitute to fill in for you at the library. In addition, this is a four week course rather than a 60-90 minute webinar so you will be getting much more in depth information. If you can?t see the announcement below, visit: http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=4118. Questions? Contact ALA?s helpline at editionscoursehelp at ala.org Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 Having trouble viewing this e-mail? View as a web page. Forward this to your colleagues. [Share on Facebook] [Share on LinkedIn] [Share on Twitter] [Share on AddThis] [ALA Store] [From ALA Editions] Getting Babies into Books with Early Literacy Programs 4-week eCourse with Kathy Kirchoefer Beginning February 4, 2013 Whether you?re preparing programs for babies in your library or community center, teaching early literacy skills to daycare providers, or providing support to new parents in an outreach program, this eCourse is packed with practical tips that will make your work easier and more productive, as well as more fun and effective for babies and their caregivers. Upon completion participants will * Understand the benefits of baby programming for your audience * Be aware of the many different types and styles of programs for babies * Know how to plan a baby program from start to finish, including how to select the best books and music for baby programs * Know where to find resources to enhance your programs Kathy Kirchoefer has over ten years' experience shaking the "sillies" out of librarians at trainings and inspiring others to develop programs for babies and the grown-ups who love them. She started leading baby storytimes in 1998, and continues to introduce babies to the wonders of books, and their caregivers to all the bouncing, tickling, and cuddling that goes along with it. She currently heads the children?s department at a large suburban public library in Maryland. [Learn More!] Also of interest [New from ALA TechSource] Creating a Digital Media Space for Today's Teens 2-part workshop with Corey Wittig Thursday, January 24, 2013 Thursday, January 31, 2013 [Learn More!] [New from ALA Editions] Serving Spanish-Speaking Populations: An Introduction 2-part workshop with Milly Lugo Wednesday, January 16, 2013 Wednesday, January 23, 2013 [Learn More!] Shop the ALA Store for a full selection of products! Follow ALA Editions on alaeditions.org, Facebook and Twitter! ALA Store purchases fund advocacy, awareness and accreditation programs for library professionals worldwide. [ALA Publishing Logo] Having trouble viewing this e-mail? View as a web page. American Library Association, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611 www.ala.org. [Informz for iMIS] [http://ala-publishing.informz.net/clk/red6d.aspx?mi=2898509&u=-1&b=4634] -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I pulled this information from an email blast. Common Core: Moving from Complex to Calm, Cool, & Collected February 4 - March 1, 2013 Cost: Ranges from $75 to $225 (Would your district help cover the expense since it relates to CCSS?); you do not have to be an AASL member to participate. More Information: http://www.ala.org/aasl/learning/eacademy/common-core The Common Core asks teachers to move from rote and recall to rigor and relevance, and the librarian can play a vital role in this paradigm shift. This three module course will help librarians understand how they play a vital role in repackaging content for higher level thought, providing imperative resources for the classroom, and connecting digital citizenship, technology and collaboration into the content. This is a four week, self-guided course. A 21st-Century Approach to School Librarian Evaluation Thursday, January 31, 2013, 4 p.m. Pacific Cost: Free, but only AASL members can participate More Information: http://www.ala.org/aasl/ecollab/upcoming#eval Join writer Patricia Owen for a walk through AASL?s newest publication, A 21st-Century Approach to School Librarian Evaluation. During this webinar, Patricia will guide participants through the workbook's suggested readings, action tips, and evidence collection to help school librarians engage in rigorous self-evaluation and to shape school administrator evaluations. [Reminder: The book is available for loan from the Oregon State Library: http://1.usa.gov/UZxlZC.] KQ Webinar: Aligning Graphic Novels to the Standards Tuesday, February 12, 2013, 4 p.m. Pacific Cost: Free, but only AASL members can participate More Information: http://www.ala.org/aasl/ecollab/upcoming#novels Graphic novels are one of the most viable and popular contemporary literary formats, and can be aligned to both learning standards and real life applications facing today?s students. In this webinar, Katie Monnin will demonstrate how graphic novels align to the Common Core State Standards, NCTE/IRA Standards, and the AASL learning standards. Join the Common Core Conversation Wednesday, February 27, 2013, 4 p.m. Pacific Cost: Free, but only AASL members can participate More Information: http://www.ala.org/aasl/ecollab/upcoming#core In a profession of isolation where districts are fortunate to have even one certified librarian in each school, school librarians must create ways to connect with one another. In this webinar, join presenter Kristina Holzweiss for a look at Edmodo and how it can be used to establish nationwide connections relating to the Common Core State Standards. FYI, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301 503.378.5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us OSLIS || www.oslis.org Learn to research. Research to learn.? -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We'll start at 5:00 for those who want to come early, and stay until 8:00 for those who want to come late. The back room of the facility is all ours. Drop in for a beverage, or stay and eat. All comers welcome, so feel free to bring your kid lit loving friends. If you have any additional questions, Amber Keyser (amber.j.keyser at gmail.com) is the SCBWI-Oregon point person for this event. Best wishes, Dawn Prochovnic, MA SCBWI-Oregon, Library Liaison Author, Story Time with Signs & Rhymes dawnp at smalltalklearning.com www.dawnprochovnic.com 503.223.5622 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Mon Jan 14 11:40:08 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:40:08 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] January 2013 Online Learning Opportunities, Part Deux! Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E402F9@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Greetings everyone! Here is your semi-monthly listing of various free training opportunities for the second half of January. As a quick reminder: Northwest Central has a calendar of online events and here's what's currently posted for the month of January. Please see the end of this email for a list of free, online trainings by Gale/Cengage Learning for the rest of January! The State Library has updated the CE Resources page to include online learning opportunities and courses from organizations such as ALSC, ASCLA, Inforpeople, RUSA, and YALSA; these courses have a fee associated with them but are valuable resources for your professional development - check it out! For the first second half of January, the following webcasts will be presented for free by The Accessible Technology Coalition, American Libraries Live, American Management Association, Booklist, Colorado State Library, Educause, Georgia Library Association, Grantspace, Infopeople, Insync Training, Library Journal, NASA, National Library of Medicine, Nebraska Library Commission, Nonprofit Webinars, O'Reilly, San Jose State University's SLIS Program, TechSoup for Libraries, Texas State Library and Archives Commission, TL Virtual Cafe, VolunteerMatch, Washington State Library, WebJunction, and the Wyoming State Library (and more!) Keep in mind it may be useful to periodically check the calendars mentioned for updated/new offerings in addition to the items below. ? Please make sure to check the link for each item to confirm the time and convert to local (Pacific) time as needed: Pacific time is one hour behind Mountain time, two hours behind Central time, and three hours behind Eastern time. January 22 (10 - 11a) / Basics of Information Literacy Assessment (Libraries Thriving) Speakers: Lauren Pressley, Wake Forest University; Amanda Click, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.librariesthriving.org/workshops/upcomingseminars January 22 (10 - 11a) / Proposal Budgeting Basics (GrantSpace) Learn to prepare and present a budget in a grant proposal. This session, geared to the novice grantseeker, will cover such topics as: What is included under the "personnel" section and how to calculate it? What level of detail do you need to include for non-personnel expenses? How do you determine reasonable costs? What types of expenses are considered "overhead"? What other financial documents will funders want to see? Prior attendance at Proposal Writing Basics is strongly recommended. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/Proposal-Budgeting-Basics-2013-01-22-Webinar January 22 (11a - 12p) / Unpacking the Common Core: Connections and Applications to Current Practices and New Resources (Booklist Webinar) Join this hour-long, free webinar sponsored by Britannica to deepen your understanding of the Common Core Standards--particularly the Anchor Standards--and what they mean for students, teachers, and librarians. Learn how these standards can be applied and understand how Britannica's wide array of digital resources support the effective implementation of Common Core Standards and complement how you may already be addressing them. Moderated by Booklist's Reference and Collection Management Editor Rebecca Vnuk. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.booklistonline.com/webinars January 22 (11a - 12p) / Rockin' the Virtual Classroom (Insync Training) Virtual classroom technology (ILinc, Adobe Connect, WebEx, Elluminate, etc.) provides a wonderful live, real-time bridge between the traditional classroom and the learner. But it isn't "just like" the traditional classroom, and in the wrong hands can be deadly dull. In this session we'll learn to read virtual "body language", look at ways to increase interactivity and engagement, utilize games and activities, and create visuals that support learning. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://us.insynctraining.com/bozarth-programs/ January 22 (12 - 1p) / Show Me the Money: Fundraising That Taps into The 90% of All Wealth That Is Not Cash (Nonprofit Webinars) Want some great reasons for your charity to take any and all non-cash donations? Wonder why other charities seem to increase their fundraising in good years and bad years, quickly build up their endowments, have the resources they need? Well, find out in the webinar. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/1222013-show-me-the-money-fundraising-that-taps-into-the-90-of-all-wealth-that-is-not-cash/ January 23 (9 - 10a) / Reenergize Your Best Employees Before They Leave You (American Management Association) Some organizations have been taken over by a culture of negativity, and in others employees are feeling the years of recession and becoming less motivated and engaged in their work. When the recession initially hit a few years ago, there was an outburst of energy with high-potential employees. Not only were organizations trying to keep things going with reduced staff, those passionate about their work and their organizations were trying to keep the vision and in some cases the organization itself, alive. But the recession lasted longer than expected, and many of these workers feel tired, disheartened, and tempted to new positions elsewhere as the economy improves. Attend this webcast and discover tips and tactics for reengaging your employees using time-tested tools and techniques from the best of AMA. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.amanet.org/training/webcasts/Re-Energize-Your-Best-Employees-Before-They-Leave-You.aspx January 23 (10 - 11a) / Creating a Culture of Innovation in your Library and Community (WebJunction) We hear about libraries that are leaders in innovation, implementing ideas that keep the library growing and vital. Perhaps you have watched from the sidelines and wished you could kickstart some innovation at your library, but you're not sure where to start. Come to this webinar for an active and lively discussion on how to find innovative ideas, how to connect with the people to help make them happen, and how to get buy-in and support for your ideas. There is a lot to be learned from other libraries' examples and experiences. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/Creating_a_Culture_of_Innovation.html January 23 (10 - 11a) / Listening Skills for Leaders: How to Conduct a One on One Conversation to Motivate Others (Nonprofit Webinars) We often hear about the need to motivate staff, members and volunteers in non-profit organizations. We often hear about the importance of listening. But how do we listen skillfully to motivate staff and members of our organizations? This webinar will focus on how to conduct a one on one conversation with members or potential members of your organization in a way that allows you to understand and tap into the power of another's personal purpose, history and values. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/1232013-listening-skills-for-leaders-how-to-conduct-a-one-on-one-conversation-to-motivate-others/ January 23, and 30 (12 - 1:30p) / Strengthen the Influence of Your Leadership: People Skills, Personal Substance and Influence Smarts (Session 3 & 4) (Texas State Library) NOTE: For maximum benefit, we encourage participation in all four live Webinar sessions, as content in each Webinar builds upon the previous session(s). In addition, the presenter may assign homework (and provide feedback) between sessions. However, if you know in advance that you cannot make it to a particular session, please go ahead and register for it. Your registration will entitle you to view the recording of the session you missed -- you will receive a link to the recording via email. Please view the recording prior to attending the next session. Build Rapport and Motivate with The Language of Influence Word choices and accompanying non verbal communication sends a message. What messages are you sending? How often do you question why people take your message differently than you intended? Explore words and gestures that are accountable and engage collaboration. Objectives: Use empathetic and accountable language to empower and engage others, and Explore body language that sends a message of accessibility. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/strengthenleadership/index.html January 23 (12 - 1 pm) / Before You Hire an Architect: Reduce Costs and Risks, Produce Better Results (Nonprofit Webinars) Before launching a facility project, nonprofit boards and CEOs should have a clear sense of the entire process, with its opportunities and pitfalls, so they can maximize value while minimizing costs, risks and stress. This webinar will address the critical information a board and CEO need to have, and the work they need to do, before hiring an architect. It will cover roles and responsibilities (board, staff, architects, contractors, and consultants), strategy, planning, programming, budgeting, architect and contractor selection, and client-favorable contracts. Takeaways: A clear overview of facility planning and design; Simple ways to avoid expensive surprises; How to improve the quality of the project while reducing its cost; How to set a firm project budget before hiring an architect; Project costs vs. construction costs; and How to avoid otherwise inevitable extra costs For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/1232013-before-you-hire-an-architect-reduce-costs-and-risks-produce-better-results/ January 29 (10 - 11a) / Designing and Creating a Social Book App Using Open Source Technologies (O'Reilly Community) Join us for an interactive webcast where Canadian designer, Haig Armen will share the strategy, design and technology used to create a new approach to a digital book - a social book. Why not use open source content management systems to provide a social layer, with comment moderation, contributor registration and even content syncing? See how a simple Wordpress CMS can drive a distributed social reading experience through a PhoneGap-based multi-platform social app which features a unique gestural interface with dynamically-updated content. Participants will learn: How to think about digital books as a micro-community using a distributed cloud-based content model; How to balance social functionality within a digital book and how to design gesturals interfaces to imply metaphorical meaning; and See how to combine open source tools to build an affordable social book mobile application. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://oreillynet.com/pub/e/2547 January 29 (1-2 pm) / Introduction to Fundraising Planning (GrantSpace) A successful nonprofit organization has diversified funding streams. If your organization has never developed a fundraising plan or calendar, this session is for you. It provides an overview of the process of strategically thinking through the components of a fundraising plan. You'll learn how to: Conduct an assets inventory, Develop a case statement, Identify funding partners, and Prepare a fundraising plan and calendar. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/Introduction-to-Fundraising-Planning-2013-01-29-Webinar January 29 (12 - 1p) Mind, Body, Spirit Spring 2013 (Library Journal) Join Library Journal for its first webcast of the year, featuring publishers Inner Traditions/Bear & Company, New World Library and Beyond Words Publishing. Hear about Spring 2013's forthcoming titles and stock your collection with books to meet the demand of the growing interests in healthy living, going green, and yoga. Learn about holistic medicine and other wildlife uses. Dive into 2013 refreshed and with your Chakras open and balanced! For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2013/01/webcasts/book-webcasts/mind-body-spirit-spring-2013/ January 30 (8 - 9a) / Tech Talk with Michael Sauers: Bring the Funny - Humor and the Library (NCompass Live) As budgets shrink and every library is asked to do more with less, it's easy for library staff and users to forget the joy that a library can bring. As leaders in the future of libraries, we can all help bring a bit of lightness and levity back into our institutions. From appropriate April Fools' Day website 'hacks' to videos like the "New Spice" sensation, the sky's the limit when it comes to comedy in the library. In this Tech Talk, Jennifer Koerber, Web Services Librarian at Boston Public Library, will inspire you to "bring back the funny" to your work environments and communities. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask your tech questions. So, bring your questions with you, or send them in ahead of time, and Michael will have your answers. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventshow.asp?ProgId=11918 January 30 (10 - 11a) / Managing Team Conflict Effectively (Nonprofit Webinars) Are unresolved conflicts affecting team functioning? Would you like to make conflict a source of growth for your team? Would like a road map to get there? Managing team conflict effectively is the art of fostering trust, resolving conflicts as they arise and facilitating productive communication. Highly functioning teams can debate challenging topics, make tough decisions, and hold each other accountable for results. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/1302013-managing-team-conflict-effectively/ January 30 (12 - 1:30p) / Strengthen the Influence of Your Leadership: People Skills, Personal Substance and Influence Smarts (Session 4) (Texas State Library) NOTE: For maximum benefit, we encourage participation in all four live Webinar sessions, as content in each Webinar builds upon the previous session(s). In addition, the presenter may assign homework (and provide feedback) between sessions. However, if you know in advance that you cannot make it to a particular session, please go ahead and register for it. Your registration will entitle you to view the recording of the session you missed -- you will receive a link to the recording via email. Please view the recording prior to attending the next session. So, What Do You Do? Talk Up Your Value in 30 to 60 Seconds We are often asked to share what we do and often we loose out on an opportunity to insert impact and influence by shooting from the hip and using too many words, too few or not the right words for the right audience. The key to a memorable and interesting response comes in preparation and the selection of the "right" details based on your "audience". Objectives: -- Learn the who, what, why and how method you can apply to your personal value statement and that of your library; -- Add pizzazz with story and talking points; -- Explore delivery tips. For more information and to register for this program, visit: https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/strengthenleadership/index.html January 30 (12 - 1p) / Developing an Epic Facebook Strategy for Your Nonprofit (Nonprofit Webinars) This session will walk participants step-by-step through creating an effective Facebook marketing strategy. We will discuss defining your audience, developing a content strategy, engaging with fans, and measuring results. Takeaways: A solid understanding of how to create an effective presence on Facebook, Strategies and tactics for acquiring fans and increasing engagement, and A framework for integrating Facebook into other marketing channels. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/1302013-developing-an-epic-facebook-strategy-for-your-nonprofit/ January 30 (12 - 1:30p) / Strengthen the Influence of Your Leadership: So, What Do You Do? Talk Up Your Value in 30 to 60 Seconds (Part 4) (Texas State Library and Archives Commission) We are often asked to share what we do and often we lose out on an opportunity to insert impact and influence by shooting from the hip and using too many words, too few or not the right words for the right audience. The key to a memorable and interesting response comes in preparation and the selection of the "right" details based on your "audience." Objectives: Learn the who, what, why and how method you can apply to your personal value statement and that of your library, Add pizzazz with story and talking points, and Explore delivery tips. For more information and to register for this program, visit: https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/strengthenleadership/index.html January 31 (10 - 11a) / Your Board and Fundraising (GrantSpace) This class helps you think through the process of getting your board involved with fundraising. What we will cover: The role of your board, Why board members may be reluctant to fundraise and how to overcome these concerns, Ways the board can participate in fundraising activities, and Tips for strengthening your fundraising board. For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/Your-Board-and-Fundraising-2013-01-31-Webinar The following free webinars are available to learn more about the Gale products available through the Oregon State Library's Statewide Database Licensing Program. If you can't attend the live webinar, archived recordings of previous training sessions are also available. [GVRL]Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL) Learn more this award winning Reference tool named Best Overall Database for 2012 by Library Journal * January 21, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (PT) * January 29, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. (PT) [GVRL]GVRL Subcollections Manager Learn how to easily build a customized library of eBooks to link on your library or course website * January 28, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (PT) [Business Insights: Essentials]Business Insights: Essentials Learn more about this new business research tool that combines news, articles, and statistical analysis with an easy to use interface * January 28, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. (PT) Gale Usage and Administrative Tools Learn how to exploit these tools to give your library users the best research experience [Gale Admin Tool]Gale Admin Tool * January 24, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. (PT) [Gale Usage Website]Gale Usage Website * January 22, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. (PT) Cheers and Happy Learning! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Darci Hanning * Technology Development Consultant * Library Development Services Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 503-378-2527 darci.hanning at state.or.us Ask me about Plinkit! http://www.plinkit.org/ http://oregon.plinkit.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Message-ID: <31b0b54d-fe6a-47cf-b37e-8c7008be9914@cityofseaside.us> The deadline for nominations to the Lampman Award is coming up fast on January 27th! Do you know someone who has done an outstanding job serving the children of Oregon? Have you worked with an amazing librarian, Oregon author, or educator that has knocked your socks off in their achievements for the children of Oregon or children's literature? Run, don't walk, to your e-mail and nominate that person for the Evelyn Sibley Lampman award! Nomination eligibility requirements are as follows: * The person shall reside principally in Oregon. * The award shall be given for personal accomplishments to recognize the individual's contribution and shall not be conferred upon an individual representing the accomplishments of many. * Only living persons may be considered for the award. Please include the following in the award submissions: * Nominee's name * Nominee's title, address, and phone (if known) * Description of the nominee's significant and lasting contributions over the years that have benefited the children of Oregon. * Letters of support are welcome, but not required. The Evelyn Sibley Lampman Award, presented by the Children's Services Division of the Oregon Library Association, at the OLA Annual Conference, is given in memory of the noted Oregon teacher, journalist and author of children's books. Nominations for the award shall be accepted from Children's Division members, OLA members and members of the Lampman Award Committee. Current Lampman Committee members are not eligible to be nominated. The award is given in memory of Evelyn Sibley Lampman (1907-1980), noted Oregon teacher, journalist, and author of children's books. 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If you need a paper copy of the packet sent to you, or have the files in some other format, please contact Ann Reed at (503) 378-5027 or ann.reed at state.or.us. Grant proposals are due at the State Library by 5:00 pm on April 12, 2013. For multi-year grant projects seeking a second or third year of funding, please use the form Appendix D. Grant applications need to be in accordance with the purposes of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) which is summarized in the packet as Appendix A. Many other resources for LSTA grant applicants can be found on the Grants / Aid to Libraries page of the Oregon State Library website (http://www.oregon.gov/osl/LD/Pages/grantmainalt.aspx.) Resources include information about past grants and Library Services and Technology Act Advisory Council minutes. New to FFY2014 is a requirement for measuring outcomes of your grant project. The State Library has discontinued its peer evaluation program in favor of outcomes-based evaluation. Grant projects need to be designed so that the impact of the project on the knowledge, skills and abilities of the target population are measurable in some way. There are many websites that can offer assistance, such as an online course on outcomes-based planning and evaluation (OBPE) at www.shapingoutcomes.org. The IMLS website also offers assistance at http://www.imls.gov/research/evaluation_resources.aspx. If you have questions about the Grant Guidelines, LSTA grant program, outcomes-based evaluation or have difficulty downloading a form, please feel free to contact Ann Reed, Federal Programs Coordinator. Ann can be reached at (503) 378-5027, or ann.reed at state.or.us. Ann Reed, Federal Programs Coordinator Oregon State Library Library Development Services 250 Winter St. Salem, OR 97301 ann.reed at state.or.us phone 503-378-5027 fax 503-378-6439 http://www.oregon.gov/OSL/LD/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Thank you all for the wonderful library youth services you provide your communities! Katie Anderson Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From emoberg at cityofseaside.us Tue Jan 22 09:14:51 2013 From: emoberg at cityofseaside.us (Esther Moberg) Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:14:51 -0800 Subject: [kids-lib] Last chance to nominate for the Evelyn Sibley Lampman Award! Message-ID: <4d49c441-6db8-4ae2-a6a6-da6b562fc994@cityofseaside.us> This is your last week to be able to nominate an outstanding librarian, Oregon author, or educator for the Lampman Award. The deadline is Sunday, January 27th. Do you know someone who has done an outstanding job serving the children of Oregon? Have you worked with an amazing librarian, Oregon author, or educator that has knocked your socks off in their achievements for the children of Oregon or children's literature? Get to your computer and nominate that person for the Evelyn Sibley Lampman award! Nomination eligibility requirements are as follows: * The person shall reside principally in Oregon. * The award shall be given for personal accomplishments to recognize the individual's contribution and shall not be conferred upon an individual representing the accomplishments of many. * Only living persons may be considered for the award. Please include the following in the award submissions: * Nominee's name * Nominee's title, address, and phone (if known) * Description of the nominee's significant and lasting contributions over the years that have benefited the children of Oregon. * Letters of support are welcome, but not required. The Evelyn Sibley Lampman Award, presented by the Children's Services Division of the Oregon Library Association, at the OLA Annual Conference, is given in memory of the noted Oregon teacher, journalist and author of children's books. Nominations for the award shall be accepted from Children's Division members, OLA members and members of the Lampman Award Committee. Current Lampman Committee members are not eligible to be nominated. The award is given in memory of Evelyn Sibley Lampman (1907-1980), noted Oregon teacher, journalist, and author of children's books. Please send all nomination materials to Esther Moberg emoberg at cityofseaside.us or care of Esther Moberg at the Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, OR 97138 Nominations will be accepted through January 27th, 2013. For more information on the award and the current committee, click here: http://www.olaweb.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=131 Esther Moberg Director, Seaside Public Library Seaside, Oregon emoberg at cityofseaside.us 503-738-6742 www.seasidelibrary.org www.facebook.com/seasidepubliclibrary -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Tue Jan 22 11:34:45 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2013 19:34:45 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Digital Learning Day is February 6th Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E42F71@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> [cid:image001.png at 01CDF88B.03BA5C60] What is Digital Learning Day? ?Digital Learning Day represents a set of activities across the United States that occur all year long and will culminate in a national celebration in Washington, DC and on February 6, 2013.? (http://www.digitallearningday.org/about-us/) Not interested? Maybe someone else in your library or community is. Please help spread the word. What is Digital Learning? ?Digital learning is any instructional practice that effectively uses technology to strengthen a student's learning experience. Much more than ?online learning,? digital learning encompasses a wide spectrum of tools and practice, digital learning emphasizes high-quality instruction and provides access to challenging content, feedback through formative assessment, opportunities for learning anytime and anywhere, and individualized instruction to ensure all students reach their full potential to succeed in college and a career.? (http://www.digitallearningday.org/learn-and-explore/what-is-digital-learning/) How Can My Library Participate? They want public libraries to participate too! Learn more (http://www.digitallearningday.org/participate/public-libraries/). You can sign up to be a recognized participant (http://www.digitallearningday.org/registration/) or simply plan some activities on your own. (Granted, the activities are ongoing, but schools can plan specific activities for the ?big day.?) There are lots of ideas (http://www.digitallearningday.org/participate/) and resources (http://www.digitallearningday.org/take-action/). For those so inclined, you can share your success stories (http://www.digitallearningday.org/learn-and-explore/share-your-story-form/). Who Sponsors This? The campaign is led by the Alliance for Excellent Education, and there is a long list of national partners including AASL, ISTE, NCTE, NASSP, and NAESP. That sampling encompasses school library staff, instructional technology teachers, English teachers, and principals. Perhaps you can (or are!) collaborate with a group in your school to help stress the importance of digital learning. Digital Town Hall ?Moderated by Leon Harris, award-winning journalist and anchor of ABC7/WJLA-TV (Washington, DC), the Digital Town Hall will demonstrate ?digital learning in action? and feature high-profile leaders from government, education leadership, and leading corporations in front of a Washington DC?based live studio audience. The agenda includes interactive polls, nationally recognized teachers and school leaders, a chat for interaction with digital viewers, and high-profile policymakers demonstrating how digital learning and technology can help transform the nation?s schools.? You must sign up to watch (http://www.digitallearningday.org/news-and-events/events/national-events/). Also, there?s a long list of state events (http://www.digitallearningday.org/news-and-events/events/state-events/). Odds and Ends Digital learning is about more than tools (article): http://www.literacyinlearningexchange.org/blog/digital-learning-is-about-more-than-tools Edutopia?s resource roundup: http://www.edutopia.org/digital-learning-technology-resources Thanks, Katie and Jen Katie Anderson Youth Services Consultant Oregon State Library 250 Winter St. NE Salem, OR 97301 503-378-2528 katie.anderson at state.or.us Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301 503.378.5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us OSLIS || www.oslis.org Learn to research. Research to learn.? [http://ola.memberclicks.net/message/image/6ebc4c38-a480-49b0-96e4-e650dc25b157] -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Sent: Monday, November 05, 2012 1:21 PM Subject: Reading is an Investment Program Has Begun [cid:image005.png at 01CC97E8.C49AD4F0] This year?s Reading is an Investment (RII) program launched in late October. Sponsored by the State Treasurer and the Oregon College Savings Plan, it aims to promote literacy and financial education among K-5 elementary students in Oregon. http://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Newsroom/Pages/ViewArticle.aspx?pressReleaseID=39 http://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Reading/Pages/default.aspx As part of RII, your elementary school library will receive two free books: Three Cups by Tony Townsley and Mark St. Germain and Spending Success by Paul Nourigat. Homeschoolers and students in private elementary schools are welcome to participate, but they do not receive donated books. [Cover art for THREE CUPS] [cid:image003.png at 01CDBB58.2D23CED0] The biggest program component is encouraging kids to read or be read to, and the books should relate to money and finances. Students must read at least 3 books from the recommended reading list, and they will track their time in increments of 20 (read-to-me kids) or 40 (independent readers) minutes. Participants may fill out a reading log up to 10 times, and each submitted log counts as an entry for the Oregon College Savings Plan drawing. For resources such as curriculum tie-ins and the recommended reading list, visit http://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Reading/Pages/Teachers-and-Librarians.aspx. The second page of the reading log has a detailed explanation of how to participate. http://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Reading/Documents/Reading%20Log.pdf For students to be eligible for one of the fifty $500 college savings plan scholarships, their entries must be received by April 5, 2013. (Did you know that the winners? schools also receive $500?) Need the program information in Spanish? http://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Reading/Documents/Reading%20Log%20Spanish%202013.pdf If you have any questions about Reading is an Investment, contact the Office of the State Treasurer at 503.378.4329 or reading.investment at ost.state.or.us. Recall that financial literacy is emphasized in the Oregon Social Sciences Standards which were adopted in 2011. http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/page/?id=1802 These are the three core financial literacy standards, which are then more specific by grade level: ? Acquire the knowledge and economic reasoning skills to make sound personal financial decisions to meet long and short term goals. ? Understand and apply key concepts of personal income potential, risk management, and investment. ? Examine individual responsibility and the impact of decisions on personal, local, regional, national and global economies. Finally, if your school really wants to focus on financial education, an option is to try combining Reading is an Investment with Banking on Our Future. http://www.bankingonourfuture.org/ Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301 503.378.5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us OSLIS || www.oslis.org Learn to Research. Research to Learn. [http://ola.memberclicks.net/message/image/31fcba37-e99c-407d-bf7c-3dbc9c1bcb87][http://ola.memberclicks.net/message/image/4c062aac-aae4-4597-801b-73d213a12fed] -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image005.png Type: image/png Size: 28883 bytes Desc: image005.png URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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From: Suzanne Goolsby Sent: Thursday, January 17, 2013 8:38 AM To: 'sage-lib-group at eou.edu' Cc: 'heather mcneil' Subject: FW: Dr. Seuss info Dear Fellow Children's Library People, I have been in contact with actor Duffy Hudson in Los Angles. He performs a variety of characters one of which is "Dr. Seuss". I have included his email (see below) so that you can see exactly what he does. I would like to invite him to the Northwest in March for a Read Across America Celebration here in The Dalles. If he had more performances it would make it reasonable for all of us. Would any of you like to invite him to your library? He said to contact him if you have questions. His email address and phone # are both in his email. He also has a website where you can see what people he has performed for thought of him and more about him and his programs. Einstein's birthday is also in March if any of you would like that program. Thank you for your time in considering this project. Suzanne Goolsby The Dalles Wasco County Library From: duffy [mailto:duffy at duffyhudson.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 5:11 PM To: Suzanne Goolsby Subject: Dr. Seuss info Suzy, It was nice to finally connect. Here is the Dr. Suess show info. I have also included Einstein info as March is his birthday as well. Please let me know if you need additional information. Thank you. Duffy Hudson www.duffyhudson.com 818 726 2738 [signature email] Edgar Allan Poe A Christmas Carol Albert Einstein Dr. Seuss Duffy does Dr. Seuss Join Broadway and film Actor. Duffy Hudson in this fast paced romp through the most loved and classic works of Dr. Seuss. Watch, your favorite, beloved classics come to life as you have never seen before in this unique and lively 45 minute show. In this show Duffy performs six of Dr. Seuss's classic books playing all the characters while bring laughter and a few tears to Seuss fans of all ages.This show is guaranteed to warm your heart and make you laugh. :) Horton Hears a Who And to Think I saw it on Mulberry Street The Sneeches The Zax What Was I Scared of? The Big Brag Ideal for students and adults $450 per show Multiple show discounts Schedule a performance at your school or library Call 818 726 2738 www.duffyhudson.com (email) duffy at duffyhudson.com [Dr. Seuss] Relativity of Albert Einstein [Duffy as Einstein] Imagine Albert Einstein explains the Theory of Relativity, in a FUN, EXCITING way, without mathematics or a knowledge of physics required. The show covers elements of Einstein's life and humor The Speed of Light. Time travel. Gravity and Space-time. What is E=MC2 anyway? This show will excite students and adults alike to look at the workings of the Universe with new eyes. It is a BLAST! 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Check it out: http://libraryschool.campusguides.com/content.php?pid=407799&sid=3337923 Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 From: Debbie Reese [mailto:dreese.nambe at gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 9:35 AM To: School Library Media & Network Communications; alsc-l at ala.org; yalsa-bk at ala.org; Texas Library Connection; calibk12 at lists.sjsu.edu; ISLMANET-L (ILLINOIS SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA ASSOCIATION Discussion Subject: [alsc-l] Lib Guide: Selecting Books and Materials about American Indians Good morning, I've created a Lib Guide called "Selecting Books and Materials about American Indians." It is located here: http://libraryschool.campusguides.com/content.php?pid=407799&sid=3337923 If you can take a look, I'd appreciate some feedback on its usefulness, how it could be enhanced, etc. Thank you, Debbie __________________________________________________________ Debbie Reese, PhD Tribally enrolled: Nambe Pueblo Email: dreese.nambe at gmail.com Website: American Indians in Children's Literature @ http://americanindiansinchildrensliterature.net Now: Studying for MLIS at San Jose State University Then: Assistant Professor in American Indian Studies, University of Illinois -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Tue Jan 22 15:29:49 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:29:49 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Grant/Funding Information for Oregon Libraries Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E43435@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Hello! I was contacted by Cynthia Busse from AWE Learning (early learning computer/software vendor). In our conversations she offered to share her list of grant opportunities me, specifically requesting I pass them on to the library community. Most of these grants are not specific to AWE Learning products so I agreed to share them with you-i.e. they may make funding available for a variety of library/literacy projects you are seeking to fund. NOTE: I have not reviewed the grant opportunities on her list so you will want to review them yourself before taking any action, but this should be a good starting point for grant seeking. Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 From: Busse, Cynthia [mailto:BusseC at awelearning.com] Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2013 5:03 PM To: Katie Anderson Subject: Grant/Funding Information for Oregon Libraries Grants/Funding Information 2013 at-a-glance Donor Choose - http://www.donorschoose.org this is where the community can help fund the classroom. One teacher has asked for laptops, interesting. Best Buy - The 2013 Grant application will be in June 2013 https://www.easymatch.com/bestbuygrant Build a Bear - The 2013 Grant Application will be in February 2013 http://www.buildabear.com/html/en_US/aboutus/community/2012_Literacy_Grant_Guidelines.pdf Target Grants - the 2013 Grant Application will be in March 1st 2013 https://corporate.target.com/corporate-responsibility/grants/early-childhood-reading-grants Wal-Mart State Giving Grant - the 2013 Grant Application will be after February 1st 2013 http://foundation.walmart.com/apply-for-grants/state-giving-guidelines JC Penny - AfterSchool Grants http://jcpenneyafterschool.org/latest-news.aspx afterschool at jcpenney.com Macy's Foundation - http://www.macysinc.com/community/grant-information/overview/default.aspx Darden Foundation (Olive Garden, Red Lobster) - http://www.darden.com/commitment/community/giving_themes.asp Verizon Foundation (applications are accepted January 1/ to October 31) - http://www.verizonfoundation.org/grants/guidelines Comcast Foundation - (they invest in digital learning) http://corporate.comcast.com/our-values/community-investment/philanthropy-partnerships Full list of funding options are available at www.awelearning.com/fundingsources Please contact me if you need a quote, additional information on Early Literacy Stations or would like to arrange a demo for your library or funding source. Cynthia Busse Senior Account Executive AWE, Inc. bussec at awelearning.com 281-210-7499 www.awelearning.com Please watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppDhtv1zIFU&feature=youtu.be Click below to find out about our ELF Reading & Reference and get your free 30 trial! www.awelearning.com/elfreadingandreference Inspiring every child to become a lifelong learnerTM -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Fri Jan 25 08:39:17 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:39:17 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Something to Think About: Collection development and partnerships Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E43A2F@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> There is a wonderful conversation on the Association for Rural & Small Libraries email discussion list about how communities and patrons actively help libraries with collection development. The Portneuf District Library responded with "Much nonfiction selection is linked to the curriculum of the local schools... The Children's Librarian sits on the school curriculum committee." While this may be impossible for some communities, it is something to think about. Are library staff on any of the school or education related committees? How are we engaging schools at a higher level to develop collections that support students academically? How are we going beyond just supporting a couple school projects per year--such as the animal reports and biography book report? How are we promoting to students, parents, and teachers that our collections support school curriculum and we can help guide students through the research process? 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Join Lumos Learning for a free webinar & explore the ways public libraries can impact student achievement and offer academic support. To register: http://lumoslearning.com/a/webinar Marisa Adams will present a unique perspective on this issue and will discuss how public libraries can respond to budget shortfalls, create supportive academic environments, and actively become an educational center of excellence for local communities. Register today to avoid missing out. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. We hope to see you online! Sincerely, Ray Shawn -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Register today to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity to move your library towards serving the students and parents of your community. To register: http://lumoslearning.com/a/webinar. Marisa Adams will present a unique perspective on this issue and will discuss how public libraries can respond to budget shortfalls, create supportive academic environments, and actively become an educational center of excellence for local communities. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. We hope to see you online! Sincerely, Ray -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Mon Jan 28 11:25:45 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2013 19:25:45 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Announcing the new Caldecott, Newbery, Printz and more book award winners! Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E44321@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Below is the press release from the American Library Association announcing the Newbery, Caldecott, Printz, and other youth media award winners. If you want more information, visit their website: http://www.ala.org/news/mediapresscenter/presskits/youthmediaawards/alayouthmediaawards Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 SEATTLE - The American Library Association (ALA) today announced the top books, video and audiobooks for children and young adults - including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Newbery and Printz awards - at its Midwinter Meeting in Seattle. A list of all the 2013 award winners follows: John Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children's literature: "The One and Only Ivan," written by Katherine Applegate, is the 2013 Newbery Medal winner. The book is published by HarperCollins Children's Books, a division of HarperCollins Publishers. Three Newbery Honor Books also were named: "Splendors and Glooms" by Laura Amy Schlitz and published by Candlewick Press; "Bomb: The Race to Build-and Steal-the World's Most Dangerous Weapon" by Steve Sheinkin and published by Flash Point, an imprint of Roaring Brook Press; and "Three Times Lucky" by Sheila Turnage and published by Dial Books for Young Readers, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group. Randolph Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children: "This Is Not My Hat," illustrated and written by Jon Klassen, is the 2013 Caldecott Medal winner. The book is published by Candlewick Press. Five Caldecott Honor Books also were named: "Creepy Carrots!" illustrated by Peter Brown, written by Aaron Reynolds and published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division; "Extra Yarn," illustrated by Jon Klassen, written by Mac Barnett and published by Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers; "Green," illustrated and written by Laura Vaccaro Seeger and published by Neal Porter Books, an imprint of Roaring Brook Press; "One Cool Friend," illustrated by David Small, written by Toni Buzzeo and published by Dial Books for Young Readers, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group; "Sleep Like a Tiger," illustrated by Pamela Zagarenski, written by Mary Logue and published by Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Coretta Scott King (Author) Book Award recognizing an African American author and illustrator of outstanding books for children and young adults: "Hand in Hand: Ten Black Men Who Changed America," written by Andrea Davis Pinkney and illustrated by Brian Pinkney is the King Author Book winner. The book is published by Disney/Jump at the Sun Books, an imprint of Disney Book Group. Two King Author Honor Books were selected: "Each Kindness" by Jacqueline Woodson, illustrated by E. B. Lewis and published by Nancy Paulsen Books, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group; and "No Crystal Stair: A Documentary Novel of the Life and Work of Lewis Michaux, Harlem Bookseller" by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson, illustrated by R. Gregory Christie and published by Carolrhoda Lab, an imprint of Carolrhoda Books, a division of Lerner Publishing Group, Inc. Coretta Scott King (Illustrator) Book Award: "I, Too, Am America," illustrated by Bryan Collier, is the King Illustrator Book winner. The book is written by Langston Hughes and published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division. Three King Illustrator Honor Books were selected: "H. O. R. S. E.," illustrated and written by Christopher Myers, and published by Egmont USA; "Ellen's Broom," illustrated by Daniel Minter, written by Kelly Starling Lyons and published by G. P. Putnam's Sons, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group; and "I Have a Dream: Martin Luther King, Jr." illustrated by Kadir Nelson, written by Martin Luther King, Jr. and published by Schwartz & Wade Books, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Random House, Inc. Michael L. Printz Award for excellence in literature written for young adults: "In Darkness," written by Nick Lake, is the 2013 Printz Award winner. The book is published by Bloomsbury Books for Young Readers. Four Printz Honor Books also were named: "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire S?enz, published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division; "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein, published by Hyperion, an imprint of Disney Book Group; "Dodger" by Terry Pratchett, published by HarperCollins Children's Books, a division of HarperCollins Publishers; "The White Bicycle" by Beverley Brenna, published by Red Deer Press. Schneider Family Book Award for books that embody an artistic expression of the disability experience: "Back to Front and Upside Down!" written and illustrated by Claire Alexander and published by Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., wins the award for children ages 0 to 10. "A Dog Called Homeless" written by Sarah Lean and published by Katherine Tegen Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, is the winner of the middle-school (ages 11-13) award. The teen (ages 13-18) award winner is "Somebody, Please Tell Me Who I Am," written by Harry Mazer and Peter Lerangis and published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division. Alex Awards for the 10 best adult books that appeal to teen audiences: "Caring is Creepy," by David Zimmerman, published by Soho Press, Inc. "Girlchild," by Tupelo Hassman, published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux "Juvenile in Justice," by Richard Ross, published by Richard Ross "Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore," by Robin Sloan, published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux "My Friend Dahmer," by Derf Backderf, published by Abrams ComicArts, an imprint of Abrams "One Shot at Forever," by Chris Ballard, published by Hyperion "Pure," by Julianna Baggott, published by Grand Central Publishing, a division of Hachette Book Group, Inc. "The Round House," by Louise Erdrich, published by Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers "Tell the Wolves I'm Home," by Carol Rifka Brunt, published by Dial Press, an imprint of the Random House Publishing Group, a division of Random House, Inc. "Where'd You Go, Bernadette?," by Maria Semple, published by Little, Brown and Company, a division of Hachette Book Group, Inc. Andrew Carnegie Medal for excellence in children's video: Katja Torneman, producer of "Anna, Emma and the Condors," is the Carnegie Medal winner. Laura Ingalls Wilder Award honors an author or illustrator whose books, published in the United States, have made, over a period of years, a substantial and lasting contribution to literature for children. The 2013 winner is Katherine Paterson. Paterson was born in China in 1932 to missionary parents and grew up in the American South, moving eighteen times before she was 18. After graduating from King College in Bristol, Tennessee, she herself became a missionary in Japan. She returned to the U.S. to attend the Union Theological Seminary in New York, where she met and married John Paterson, a Presbyterian minister. Her first book, "The Sign of the Chrysanthemum," was published in 1973. Katherine Paterson currently lives in Barre, Vermont. Coretta Scott King-Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement: Demetria Tucker is the 2013 recipient. Tucker has served as youth services coordinator within the Roanoke (Va.) Public Library System and library media specialist at the Forest Park Elementary School, where she was selected 2007 Teacher of the Year. As family and youth services librarian for the Pearl Bailey Library, a branch of the Newport News (Va.) Public Library System, Tucker now coordinates a youth leadership program, a teen urban literature club and many other programs that support the youth of her community. Margaret A. Edwards Award for lifetime achievement in writing for young adults: Tamora Pierce is the 2013 Edwards Award winner. Pierce was born in rural Western Pennsylvania in 1954. She knew from a young age she liked stories and writing, and in 1983, she published her first book, Song of the Lioness. She continues to write and even record her own audiobooks. She currently lives with her husband (spouse-creature) and a myriad of animals in Syracuse, New York. May Hill Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Award recognizing an author, critic, librarian, historian or teacher of children's literature, who then presents a lecture at a winning host site. Andrea Davis Pinkney will deliver the 2014 May Hill Arbuthnot Honor Lecture. Andrea Davis Pinkney is a New York Times best-selling writer of more than 20 books for children and young adults including picture books, novels and nonfiction. During the course of her career, Pinkney has launched many high-profile publishing and entertainment entities, including Hyperion Books for Children/Disney Publishing's Jump at the Sun imprint, the first African American children's book imprint at a major publishing company. Mildred L. Batchelder Award for an outstanding children's book originally published in a language other than English in a country other than the United States and subsequently translated into English for publication in the United States: "My Family for the War" is the 2013 Batchelder Award winner. Originally published in Germany in 2007 as "Liverpool Street," the book was written by Anne C. Voorhoeve, translated by Tammi Reichel and published by Dial Books, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) Inc. Two Batchelder Honor Books also were selected: "A Game for Swallows: To Die, to Leave, to Return," written and illustrated by Zeina Abirached, translated by Edward Gauvin and published by Graphic Universe, a division of Lerner Publishing Group, Inc.; and "Son of a Gun," written and translated by Anne de Graaf, and published by Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. Odyssey Award for best audiobook produced for children and/or young adults, available in English in the United States: "The Fault in Our Stars," produced by Brilliance Audio, is the 2013 Odyssey Award winner. The book is written by John Green and narrated by Kate Rudd. Three Odyssey Honor Audiobooks also were selected: "Artemis Fowl: The Last Guardian," produced by Listening Library, written by Eoin Colfer and narrated by Nathaniel Parker; "Ghost Knight," produced by Listening Library, written by Cornelia Funke and narrated by Elliot Hill; and "Monstrous Beauty," produced by Macmillian Audio, written by Elizabeth Fama and narrated by Katherine Kellgren. Pura Belpr? (Illustrator) Award honoring a Latino writer and illustrator whose children's books best portray, affirm and celebrate the Latino cultural experience: "Mart?n de Porres: The Rose in the Desert," illustrated by David Diaz, is the Belpr? Illustrator Award winner. The book was written by Gary D. Schmidt and published by Clarion Books, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. No Belpr? Illustrator Honor Books were selected this year. Pura Belpr? (Author) Award: "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe," written by Benjamin Alire S?enz, is the Belpr? Author Award winner. The book is published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division. One Belpr? Author Honor Book was named: "The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano" by Sonia Manzano, published by Scholastic Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award for most distinguished informational book for children: "Bomb: The Race to Build-and Steal-the World's Most Dangerous Weapon," written by Steve Sheinkin, is the Sibert Award winner. The book is published by Flash Point, an imprint of Roaring Brook Press. Three Sibert Honor Books were named: "Electric Ben: The Amazing Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin," written and illustrated by Robert Byrd and published by Dial Books for Young Readers, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group; "Moonbird: A Year on the Wind with the Great Survivor B95," written by Phillip M. Hoose and published by Farrar Straus Giroux Books for Young Readers; and "Titanic: Voices from the Disaster," written by Deborah Hopkinson and published by Scholastic Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. Stonewall Book Award - Mike Morgan & Larry Romans Children's & Young Adult Literature Award given annually to English-language children's and young adult books of exceptional merit relating to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender experience: "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe," written by Benjamin Alire S?enz and published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division, is the Stonewall Award winner. Four Stonewall Honor Books were selected: "Drama," written and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier and published by Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic Inc.; "Gone, Gone, Gone," written by Hannah Moskowitz and published by Simon Pulse, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division; "October Mourning: A Song for Matthew Shepard," written by Lesl?a Newman and published by Candlewick Press; and "Sparks: The Epic, Completely True Blue, (Almost) Holy Quest of Debbie," written by S. J. Adams and published by Flux, an imprint of Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd. Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for the most distinguished beginning reader book: "Up, Tall and High!" written and illustrated by Ethan Long is the Seuss Award winner. The book is published by G. P. Putnam's Sons, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group. Three Geisel Honor Books were named: "Let's Go for a Drive!" written and illustrated by Mo Willems, and published by Hyperion Books for Children, an imprint of Disney Book Group; "Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons" by Eric Litwin, created and illustrated by James Dean and published by HarperCollins Children's Books, a division of HarperCollins Publishers; and "Rabbit & Robot: The Sleepover," written and illustrated by Cece Bell and published by Candlewick Press. William C. Morris Award for a debut book published by a first-time author writing for teens: "Seraphina," written by Rachel Hartman, is the 2013 Morris Award winner. The book is published by Random House Children's Books, a division of Random House, Inc. Four other books were finalists for the award: "Wonder Show," written by Hannah Barnaby, published by Houghton Mifflin, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Books for Young Readers; "Love and Other Perishable Items," written by Laura Buzo, published by Alfred A. Knopf, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Random House, Inc.; "After the Snow," written by S. D. Crockett, published by Feiwel and Friends, an imprint of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group; and "The Miseducation of Cameron Post," written by emily m. danforth, published by Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers. YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults: "Bomb: The Race to Build-and Steal-the World's Most Dangerous Weapon," written by Steve Sheinkin, is the 2013 Excellence winner. The book is published by Flash Point/Roaring Brook Press, an imprint of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group. Four other books were finalists for the award: "Steve Jobs: The Man Who Thought Different," written by Karen Blumenthal, published by Feiwel & Friends, an imprint of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group; "Moonbird: A Year on the Wind with the Great Survivor B95," written by Phillip Hoose, published by Farrar Straus Giroux, an imprint of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group; "Titanic: Voices from the Disaster," written by Deborah Hopkinson, published by Scholastic Press, an imprint of Scholastic; and "We've Got a Job: The 1963 Birmingham Children's March," written by Cynthia Levinson, published by Peachtree Publishers. Recognized worldwide for the high quality they represent, ALA awards guide parents, educators, librarians and others in selecting the best materials for youth. 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Mock Printz Honors were awarded to *The Fault in Our Stars* (which just received the Odyssey Award for audiobooks); *Seraphina* (the Morris Award winner for debut novel) and *Tiger Lily, *which didn't get any recognition by other committees. The suspense is over and it's time to start reading what we all missed, the actual Printz winner, *In Darkness. *I've already placed a hold, how 'bout you? Happy reading! Susan -- Susan Smallsreed, Youth Librarian Northwest Library 2300 NW Thurman St. Portland, OR 97210 susansm at multcolib.org 503.988.5560 Hours: Tues. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From katie.anderson at state.or.us Mon Jan 28 13:32:30 2013 From: katie.anderson at state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:32:30 +0000 Subject: [kids-lib] Update on Read Across America: coordinate OR library visits to get a deal on a performer? Message-ID: <640435851FD7CB4AB3C4BE0D1963BA2437E4448F@OSLEXCHANGE.osl.state.or.us.local> Update posted on behalf of Suzanne Goolsby Duffy Hudson the actor who performs the Dr. Seuss books suggested that we might wait for April to schedule a visit from him into the Northwest. That would give people more time to schedule and promote the event. Is anyone interested in this. Please contact him at duffy at duffyhudson.com with any questions. Thank you Suzanne Goolsby The Dalles Wasco Co. Library sgoolsby at ci.the-dalles.or.us From: Katie Anderson Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 12:08 PM To: kids-lib at listsmart.osl.state.or.us Subject: Read Across America: coordinate OR library visits to get a deal on a performer? Posted on behalf of Suzanne Goolsby, The Dalles Wasco Public Library. Please contact Suzanne at sgoolsby at ci.the-dalles.or.us if you are interested in coordinating his visit with other Oregon libraries to get a deal. Please contact Duffy Hudson duffy at duffyhudson.com or 818-726-2738 if you have questions about his performances. From: Suzanne Goolsby Sent: Thursday, January 17, 2013 8:38 AM To: 'sage-lib-group at eou.edu' Cc: 'heather mcneil' Subject: FW: Dr. Seuss info Dear Fellow Children's Library People, I have been in contact with actor Duffy Hudson in Los Angles. He performs a variety of characters one of which is "Dr. Seuss". I have included his email (see below) so that you can see exactly what he does. I would like to invite him to the Northwest in March for a Read Across America Celebration here in The Dalles. If he had more performances it would make it reasonable for all of us. Would any of you like to invite him to your library? He said to contact him if you have questions. His email address and phone # are both in his email. He also has a website where you can see what people he has performed for thought of him and more about him and his programs. Einstein's birthday is also in March if any of you would like that program. Thank you for your time in considering this project. Suzanne Goolsby The Dalles Wasco County Library From: duffy [mailto:duffy at duffyhudson.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 5:11 PM To: Suzanne Goolsby Subject: Dr. Seuss info Suzy, It was nice to finally connect. Here is the Dr. Suess show info. I have also included Einstein info as March is his birthday as well. Please let me know if you need additional information. Thank you. Duffy Hudson www.duffyhudson.com 818 726 2738 [signature email] Edgar Allan Poe A Christmas Carol Albert Einstein Dr. Seuss Duffy does Dr. Seuss Join Broadway and film Actor. Duffy Hudson in this fast paced romp through the most loved and classic works of Dr. Seuss. Watch, your favorite, beloved classics come to life as you have never seen before in this unique and lively 45 minute show. In this show Duffy performs six of Dr. Seuss's classic books playing all the characters while bring laughter and a few tears to Seuss fans of all ages.This show is guaranteed to warm your heart and make you laugh. :) Horton Hears a Who And to Think I saw it on Mulberry Street The Sneeches The Zax What Was I Scared of? The Big Brag Ideal for students and adults $450 per show Multiple show discounts Schedule a performance at your school or library Call 818 726 2738 www.duffyhudson.com (email) duffy at duffyhudson.com [Dr. Seuss] Relativity of Albert Einstein [Duffy as Einstein] Imagine Albert Einstein explains the Theory of Relativity, in a FUN, EXCITING way, without mathematics or a knowledge of physics required. The show covers elements of Einstein's life and humor The Speed of Light. Time travel. Gravity and Space-time. What is E=MC2 anyway? This show will excite students and adults alike to look at the workings of the Universe with new eyes. It is a BLAST! 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