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<h1>Resources<b><o:p></o:p></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The National Science Teaching Association, in conjunction with the Children’s Book Council has released its annual booklists:<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The <a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D001kJqyO7IaW9DueMv4uyYfIuO4UvmCkyrlmBr1wcH9tujUdxOfF4GmCLf7HOGtzUYOfAZtHQtoldmesPS3bsk8uCRzmWJBjgz6TF_dnyBsa8s6PdyDQynEH28lJkpF2ztLdbUZTI8a1y5tNPyjqQtr5v0tY3jP_FbCsXd8RYfYY4J9Npk6j1u1LDVFXGQhyBRQyw3jGnCgfFmX_rzo2jgi5v_OsyLvp1AC%26c%3DQikC5th07fzUI4FRe5mPS2LmvhceZahdYQdqLxXuxgDs7hoLaNbjBw%3D%3D%26ch%3Do36cYT7_UUb79Zio6Ye4JUbVIdkm5rFPHfYPWNAfrGAGw_Qzh8sPbA%3D%3D&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cebb2f34ac4f94132e64408d8a1311a6b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637436579554279758%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=plN7OEI00SM80L3pPSrNFlkAHQG%2FhjYHWu3MosnmFko%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">
2021 Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 list</a> represents the best science trade books published in 2020. Members of a book review panel made up of science educators and literacy professionals, selected 35 books with topics that range from
condors to radium. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">“Science trade books are an important tool for children to use to make sense of the world around them, while also stimulating an interest in reading,” said Dr. Elizabeth Allan, NSTA President. “The books featured on the 2021 Outstanding
Science Trade Books list motivate students to read. They include captivating stories, compelling characters, and beautiful illustrations that will leave children and adults alike wanting to read the books over and over again.” <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D001kJqyO7IaW9DueMv4uyYfIuO4UvmCkyrlmBr1wcH9tujUdxOfF4GmCLf7HOGtzUYOfAZtHQtoldmesPS3bsk8uCRzmWJBjgz6TF_dnyBsa8s6PdyDQynEH28lJkpF2ztLdbUZTI8a1y5tNPyjqQtr5v0tY3jP_FbCsXd8RYfYY4J9Npk6j1u1LDVFXGQhyBRQyw3jGnCgfFmX_rzo2jgi5v_OsyLvp1AC%26c%3DQikC5th07fzUI4FRe5mPS2LmvhceZahdYQdqLxXuxgDs7hoLaNbjBw%3D%3D%26ch%3Do36cYT7_UUb79Zio6Ye4JUbVIdkm5rFPHfYPWNAfrGAGw_Qzh8sPbA%3D%3D&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cebb2f34ac4f94132e64408d8a1311a6b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637436579554279758%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=plN7OEI00SM80L3pPSrNFlkAHQG%2FhjYHWu3MosnmFko%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><b>Check
out the 2021 Outstanding Science Trade Books</b></a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The <a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D001kJqyO7IaW9DueMv4uyYfIuO4UvmCkyrlmBr1wcH9tujUdxOfF4GmCLf7HOGtzUYOpqq1c2YfGVXLibzHPYTyLxcOq0iV3id2WXFJo9F3cz8lSLBVVED9IqWWt5UncedlTKv618v_0FbqyvYuBmD1W2v_pujm4mBizM98Q3xg6pGzj5pE1J0W-S_t4wbFCQHPWprsW7YxYwU%3D%26c%3DQikC5th07fzUI4FRe5mPS2LmvhceZahdYQdqLxXuxgDs7hoLaNbjBw%3D%3D%26ch%3Do36cYT7_UUb79Zio6Ye4JUbVIdkm5rFPHfYPWNAfrGAGw_Qzh8sPbA%3D%3D&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cebb2f34ac4f94132e64408d8a1311a6b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637436579554289713%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=HkQASdFnK0fPBqtL1HOTwySoCD7bC8ZetNytYfUsPl0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">
2021 Best STEM Books list</a>, selected by educators and literacy professionals, provides recommendations about the best trade books with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) content. The panel based their decision on their extensive knowledge
and selected the very best STEM books that would inspire K-12 students. The list of winning titles includes topics that range from the Boeing 747 to biomimicry.
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<p class="MsoNormal">“This amazing list of STEM books includes titles that will bring wide-eyed wonder to our youngest readers and spark deep and intellectual discussions with students in upper grades,” said Dr. Elizabeth Allan, NSTA President. “We are thrilled
to spotlight these inspirational books that reinforce reading comprehension skills while helping students making sense of STEM content.” <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D001kJqyO7IaW9DueMv4uyYfIuO4UvmCkyrlmBr1wcH9tujUdxOfF4GmCLf7HOGtzUYOpqq1c2YfGVXLibzHPYTyLxcOq0iV3id2WXFJo9F3cz8lSLBVVED9IqWWt5UncedlTKv618v_0FbqyvYuBmD1W2v_pujm4mBizM98Q3xg6pGzj5pE1J0W-S_t4wbFCQHPWprsW7YxYwU%3D%26c%3DQikC5th07fzUI4FRe5mPS2LmvhceZahdYQdqLxXuxgDs7hoLaNbjBw%3D%3D%26ch%3Do36cYT7_UUb79Zio6Ye4JUbVIdkm5rFPHfYPWNAfrGAGw_Qzh8sPbA%3D%3D&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7Cebb2f34ac4f94132e64408d8a1311a6b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637436579554299669%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=gxLUrUrhn05qyDOGtj7fT0fIFihhdgCkLRJvDWSzg88%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><b>Check
out the 2021 Best STEM Books</b></a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The <b>American Indian Library Association </b>and your Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Libraries invite you to participate in the inaugural
<b>Read Native challenge</b>. With this challenge we support and recognize our Indigenous authors, scientists, legislators, storytellers, and creators throughout the year, not just during the national Native American Heritage month:
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Failanet.org%2Freadnative21%2F&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cda74055f98e449b4e52608d8a35b4578%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637438959724160361%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=PZsAKpxnT1xnO87enlfsV2SFfE4abc0EKlWhBRYHqNk%3D&reserved=0">
https://ailanet.org/readnative21/</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<h1>In the News…<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/students-reading-losses-could-strain-schools-capacity-to-help-them-catch-up/2020/12">Students’ Reading Losses could Strain Schools’ Capacity to Help Them Catch Up</a> – EducationWeek, 12.15.20<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/57108/listen-and-connect-how-parents-can-support-teens-mental-health-right-now">Listen & Connect: How Parents Can Support Teens’ Mental Health Right Now</a> – MindShift, 12.14.20<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/57085/how-parents-can-help-kids-who-are-scared-and-anxious-during-the-pandemic">How Parents Can Helpp Kids Who Are Scared and Anxious During the Pandemic</a> – MindShift, 12.9.20<o:p></o:p></p>
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<h1>LM Youth Services Webinars<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fadmin%2Fevent%2FeventDetails.do%3Fid%3D341%26nlListId%3D5271648%26nlIndex%3D0%26nlCache%3Did&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d7a3e50e76e4ef8b89808d89dfea92e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637433064383629436%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=%2BcOItwpcsscNWbRgVHMGOWxqco57Xkhj%2FEX9XvqJ2OU%3D&reserved=0">Collaborate
with Positivity: Improv Superpowers to Improve Team Communication & Resilience</a><br>
Thursday, January 14, 2021<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>1:00 – 3:00 PM </b><br>
<i>This is a Two-Hour Remote Interactive Presentation with Pam Victor, President, Happier Valley Comedy.
<b>We ask you attend live with access to video/microphone.</b></i><br>
Shhhhh! Don't tell anyone this secret: In this remote interactive presentation, professional improviser Pam Victor shares the exclusive collaboration superpower that allows improvisers to create comedy out of thin air, so you can use these trade secrets for
building stronger collaboration, communication, and resilience at work. This presentation provides easily applicable techniques for quieting the inner critic to build more confidence and adaptability. You'll receive fun, hands-on experience with why we overuse
"no" to restrict progress, and how we can get to a "yes" mindset in order to move forward together with more positivity and creativity. Through humorous stories and impactful exercises, you learn how to use improv superpowers to improve brainstorming, flexibility
with change, team empowerment, and creative problem solving. Participants also receive links to instructional demonstrations of improv games to play online or in-person with young patrons, families, and friends.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Space is limited. To Register:</b> <a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D341%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d7a3e50e76e4ef8b89808d89dfea92e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637433064383629436%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=jk2MmFNppF1zgpOP78uIxgvuYLN0BzIWHpbCu7JbtYc%3D&reserved=0">
https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=341&</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.<o:p></o:p></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Best Storytelling Practices with Jenifer Strauss</b> will be back in February 2021! Stay tuned for details.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Wishing you all a Happy Holiday Season!</i><b><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5"><o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
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