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<h1>YALSA<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal">YALSA currently seeks <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.emailmeform.com%2Fbuilder%2Fform%2Fp4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394224430%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=wJ9LqAhBnpIKcF7cwg7dEudW7FQfBJIo9LCPAil%2Fp9w%3D&reserved=0" title="https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/p4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj">
program proposals</a> for its <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Fyalsa%2Fyasymposium&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394224430%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=ZcLhwfol5kh8%2F%2FDs9AdyZRfk7NNJbKWoVkBragFNl%2BA%3D&reserved=0" title="http://www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium">2021
Young Adult Services Symposium</a>. The theme of the <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Fyalsa%2Fyasymposium&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394224430%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=ZcLhwfol5kh8%2F%2FDs9AdyZRfk7NNJbKWoVkBragFNl%2BA%3D&reserved=0" title="http://www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium">symposium</a> is
"<b>Biggest Little Safe Spaces: Serving Teens During Times of Adversity</b>." It will follow a
<i>hybrid virtual/in-person format</i> and will be held from November 5-7, 2021 in Reno, NV.
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.emailmeform.com%2Fbuilder%2Fform%2Fp4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394234387%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=fNsZ6lvqgtdK6w8MXha83R6h48NpoNVzvndfbzsnOhs%3D&reserved=0" title="https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/p4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj">
Submit</a> a program proposal by <b>April 1</b>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The past year has presented teens and the libraries that serve them with numerous challenges that will continue to affect them in 2021 and beyond. What does the future hold for today's teens? Where do we as librarians go from here? What's
next for our libraries? Join YALSA, librarians, and YA authors as we discuss strategies for serving teens during difficult times and continue to develop programs that ensure our biggest little safe spaces thrive for years to come.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">YALSA is seeking <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.emailmeform.com%2Fbuilder%2Fform%2Fp4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394234387%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=fNsZ6lvqgtdK6w8MXha83R6h48NpoNVzvndfbzsnOhs%3D&reserved=0" title="https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/p4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj">program
proposals</a> that address the following questions:<o:p></o:p></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">How do staff provide inclusive programming and diverse collections? How do we ensure representation and equity of access to materials and information? e.g. book and program challenges, the library as a "neutral"
space. How can literature assist us?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">How does staff provide outreach to teens in their community? How do you meet teens where they are?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">How do we create more inclusive and "safe(r)" spaces? How do we empower teens to find their voice and speak out about issues important to them? e.g. gun violence, global warming, #metoo, institutional racism,
LGBTQ rights.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">How are staff affected by adversity on the job? How do we address this and other experiences like compassion, fatigue, and burnout? e.g. self-care<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">Interested parties are invited to propose 60-minute programs centering on the theme via the <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.emailmeform.com%2Fbuilder%2Fform%2Fp4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394244340%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=qd%2BHrXAKvmyJ5mTM4fe5g0iiHxSdDSsrELwQdiBBAps%3D&reserved=0" title="https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/p4Jn05aEft7e5Vb22605zj">online
form</a> found on the <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Fyalsa%2Fyasymposium&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394244340%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=LSkzc1hqBXdjJvumStLXvKZ9QvX2sn3qDvNmIskdhsw%3D&reserved=0" title="http://www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium">symposium</a> site
by <b>April 1, 2021</b>. Applicants will be notified of their proposals' status the week of May 1, 2021.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Registration for the 2021 YA Services Symposium will open in June. Sign up for updates <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2FX5ZTCB5&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394244340%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=ToZuLlZxVdsKfhz7KV%2B8cet9fdVixoSsaGPP%2BqlJSMY%3D&reserved=0" title="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X5ZTCB5">here</a>.
Learn <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fyalsa.ala.org%2Fblog%2F2021%2F02%2F18%2Fproposals-sought-for-2021-ya-services-symposium%2F&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cd4223270b9e84225fc7008d8d471ff8f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933394254297%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=UwgOOYxA8Hcfggz9uMKHkSDQfAKOec4gs7ngvqi2KRE%3D&reserved=0" title="http://yalsa.ala.org/blog/2021/02/18/proposals-sought-for-2021-ya-services-symposium/">
more</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>ALSC<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal">ALSC's February Community Forum topic developed from a blog post by ALSC President, Kirby McCurtis, on Nov. 10. called "<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alsc.ala.org%2Fblog%2F2020%2F11%2Four-work-matters%2F&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cf784c5b82c66402db26308d8d471ea5d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933030042440%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=1I6d4Q04gaFRJTDzvP7lQ7S9%2F3CLVcC%2BWxLAJjxxv9c%3D&reserved=0" title="https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2020/11/our-work-matters/">Our
Work Matters</a>." As libraries respond to the circumstances of the pandemic by tightening budgets, it will be vital for children's library workers to advocate for the value of their work. Our
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.org%2Falsc%2Faboutalsc%2Fcoms%2Fals-paa&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cf784c5b82c66402db26308d8d471ea5d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933030052398%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=UQtTBv6PNKwWmPOVFD%2FNwIzrYdCHdrgWDK1OgQr2NeI%3D&reserved=0" title="http://www.ala.org/alsc/aboutalsc/coms/als-paa">
Public Awareness and Advocacy committee</a> encourage members to think about how they might use ALSC and ALA resources, which will be highlighted during the forum, to demonstrate individual impact.<br>
During this forum we'll also announce our 2021 ALSC Distinguished Service Award recipient!<br>
Live captioning and a recording will be made available.<br>
<b><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-events.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_dqmQR-VITMOEdZw0Veib1Q&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cf784c5b82c66402db26308d8d471ea5d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492933030042440%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=OmnhRF9qU1wTEtZVG8YZazBYHNaGQvvMkLxpKFUqrRQ%3D&reserved=0" title="https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dqmQR-VITMOEdZw0Veib1Q">Register
in advance *</a></b><br>
<i>*As our Community Forums are a member-only benefit, we kindly ask that you not share the above registration link with non-members. Instead, encourage any non-members, who may be interested in attending, to join ALSC to support our Association's work in advocating
for children's services on a national scale! :)</i><br>
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<h1>Resources <o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>ALA Black Caucus</b> announces their new Storytelling channel:
<a href="https://youtu.be/mCAmwbOO3tE">https://youtu.be/mCAmwbOO3tE</a><br>
Learn about the significance of oral storytelling in the African diaspora, its role in literacy development and tips for incorporating the practice of storytelling in your interactions with children-whether you're a librarian, teacher, caregiver or parent!
Check out the BCALA website to download a copy of the toolkit and see "storytelling in action" with Miss Annelisa and Mr. A!<br>
Check out the BCALA storytelling toolkit here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=comments&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUVkOVQ0SUlVMVpyTGtvUXdDTFpKcTZDQW9jUXxBQ3Jtc0tsblZqdzhTWnljbkt1eUdvQ29EV1FmQmhLa0xuMEdKMWhiOGVlV3JDWkdmU0pCRXVsUy00YnllNjVaMGZJakdXYlRJMXdKUUR0XzFzNU9sQ0pONTkwQnpaYU1oRHlCZTYzV0hOZnlpUlo1U1ZWM2Nfdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bcala.org%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Fblackc%2Fpdf%2Fstorytellingtoolkit_%28Final%29.pdf&stzid=UgwP0nURV85da6X6UAl4AaABAg" target="_blank">
https://www.bcala.org/wp-content/themes/blackc/pdf/storytellingtoolkit_(Final).pdf</a>.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>MDE Early Literacy Updates in Michigan<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Educators and families are <a href="https://www.wilx.com/2021/02/18/fear-of-mass-flunking-looms-overs-state-reading-law/">
worried about the potential for many students to be identified for retention</a> </b>
under the Read by Grade Three Law this year. The Governor's Educator Advisor Council has made recommendations in light of COVID-19, including replacing retention letters with IRIPs and "Read at Home" plans, allowing districts to use multiple literacy assessments
as opposed to just the M-STEP, and extending literacy support beyond K-3.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://education.wayne.edu/detroit_ed_research/derp_third_grade_reading_and_attendance_final.pdf">A new report from the Detroit Education Research Partnership</a> connects chronic absenteeism with the probability of being identified
for retention under the Read by Grade Three Law, finding that <b>each year of being chronically absent in K-3 is associated with a 26% increase in the probability of being eligible for retention</b>. They make policy recommendations for reducing chronic absenteeism
particularly in kindergarten, as being chronically absent in kindergarten is predictive of future chronic absenteeism and the negative effects of chronic absenteeism is additive over multiple years. Such policies may include required kindergarten enrollment
and/or expanding state-funded pre-K.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>How Kids Are Performing<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tracking the Impact of COVID-19 on Reading and Mathematics Achievement:
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.renaissance.com%2Fperforming&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C9b5621054de849778b1b08d8d382a02b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637491905278481981%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=NJzTL9TxefrT1N1D3kN1p31nGP0u%2Fsl%2FnasOej0hCRM%3D&reserved=0">
www.renaissance.com/performing</a>. In Michigan it is being reported that from 2019 to Fall 2020, the percentage of students at or above benchmark <b>decreased by 1%</b>, in a comparison of distribution of students by <a href="https://www.renaissance.com/solutions/response-to-intervention/">Multi-Tiered
Systems of Support</a> (MTSS) risk categories for Literacy (grades 1–8). <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=eight-podcasts-about-black-changemakers-kidcasts-black-history-month-civil-rights">Eight Podcasts About Black Changemakers</a> – SLJ, 2.17.21<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Whose shoulders do I stand on? What do I stand for?</i> So asks 22-year-old Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman in <a href="https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/ted-talks-daily/using-your-voice-is-a-9yOtAK-lm_k/" target="_blank">“Using Your
Voice Is a Political Choice,”</a> an electrifying TED Talk featured on the podcast <i>TED Talks Daily</i>. For Black History Month, we spotlight Gorman’s talk and other podcasts spotlighting Black changemakers: Those who have inspired, mentored, collaborated,
led, invented, or innovated to bring about greater equality and justice in their own creative ways. The playlist reflects a variety of audio storytelling techniques, including short biographies, direct interviews, engaging activities, creative kid conversations,
and profound voices of inspiration from poets and dreamers.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Listening to Gorman and other voices, you will be inspired to answer her questions for yourself, perhaps awakening the changemaker within.<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>Continuing Ed Opportunities for Youth Services <o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://home.edweb.net/webinar/newsliteracy20210224/">Empowering Students with News Literacy</a><br>
</b>From edWeb.net<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Wednesday, Feb. 24 @ 4 pm ET<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">When students connect strongly to what you are teaching, they become motivated to turn assignments into action. If you want to ignite a spark in your students, you won’t want to miss this edWebinar, featuring the News Literacy Project’s
ambassadors. They’ll describe how their students have elevated classroom lessons to the next level. You will learn how to inspire your students as well.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=357">Difficult Conversations Online: How to Teach Civilly in an Uncivil Environment</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">From PCI/LM<br>
Wednesday, 2/24/21<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">How can we teach civil discourse with so much incivility? Carrie has taught college online and in-person since 2015 and holds certifications in online teaching. She has also taught K-12 students’ digital etiquette and how to better communicate
online in her work as founder of the mission-based company Digital Respons-Ability.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=377">Mindfulness: Begin with a Breath</a><br>
>From MSU/LM<br>
Monday, 3/8/21<br>
1:30 PM ET<br>
Our stress cues can be signals for us to take a breath and engage in some mindful moments. This lesson is an introduction to mindfulness and the benefits of it. Topics include learning how stress affects our brain, exploring your personal resilience to stress
and experiencing mindful breathing and mindful movement practices.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=362">Creating a Culture of Caring: Practical Approaches to Support Young Adult Wellbeing & Mental Health</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">From PCI/LM<br>
Wednesday, 3/24/21<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2:00 PM ET<br>
Student mental health is a growing concern among high schools, colleges and universities, particularly in light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Students across the country are seeking connection and help from a variety of sources, and community members are
uniquely positioned to identify and support struggling young adults.<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>Best Storytime Practices with Jenifer Strauss from Story Be Told!<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D352%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C17cba07c04b643da0f9508d8cf696aa6%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637487398964710424%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=Wuh0zl5PvDbn0i32ru99E%2FpxRqf%2FVV585PXfM7rmF4A%3D&reserved=0">Grab-And-Go,
Tell-And-Do</a><br>
February 23, 2021<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET <o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">During the pandemic, Youth Librarians have had to provide alternative programming to serve their young patrons and families. Virtual Storytime and curbside pick-ups have become the norm. But, what if some of these pandemic practices can
remain and promote language and literacy at home? Join Storyteller and Narrative Coach, Jenifer Strauss to learn how to put together five new literacy-based language experience kits for families to GRAB at the library, take home and DO together. Instructions
and material lists will be provided. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D353%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C17cba07c04b643da0f9508d8cf696aa6%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637487398964720377%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=%2FFGGSaZsUjC1XM9MXTxsfgOoauNUQ0juHLoGTuzl%2BNw%3D&reserved=0">Helping
Children Build a Bigger Vocabulary</a><br>
March 23, 2021<br>
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET <o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Intentional and diverse language experiences are the key to helping children build a bigger vocabulary and establish reading readiness. Storytelling and Narrative Coach, Jenifer Strauss will use the five practices of early literacy featured
in <i>Ready to Read Michigan </i>to present activities designed to intentionally provide young patrons with a plethora of interactive vocabulary building opportunities. Handouts provided.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D354%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C17cba07c04b643da0f9508d8cf696aa6%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637487398964720377%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=etk%2BlfnHWIFvvxY7DWGPGAZeMgTrRfU85Q1sizRmiQo%3D&reserved=0">The
Power of Pre-writing and Writing Activities with Kids</a><br>
April 20, 2021<br>
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET <o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We know that there is a strong literacy connection between speaking, reading and writing. Every storytime should include pre-writing or writing activities to support language and literacy skills in our young patrons but, it is often the
hardest element to include. Storytelling and Literacy Coach, Jenifer Strauss will share a process for providing engaging writing activities in your storytime plans to enrich your programs and provide parents with ways to extend the language experience when
they get home.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i>These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.</i><o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>In the News…<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.wral.com/coronavirus/lawmakers-propose-6-weeks-of-summer-school-to-help-nc-students-make-up-for-learning-lost-during-pandemic/19530011/">Lawmakers propose 6 weeks of summer school to help NC students make up for learning
lost during pandemic</a> – North Carolina’s WRAL, 2.16.21<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.clickondetroit.com%2Fnews%2Fmichigan%2F2021%2F02%2F17%2Feducation-leaders-say-teacher-shortages-learning-loss-among-top-issues-at-michigan-schools%2F&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Cb82f3e46b5e24f04b26808d8d33ed629%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637491614136257304%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=nGgNP8AugAmQ0H%2BmtcjEsYGN93M4yhcDlOhxYGzelFA%3D&reserved=0">Education
leaders say teacher shortages, learning loss among top issues at Michigan schools, WDIV</a> – 2.16.21<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://publiclibrariesonline.org/2021/02/health-hazards-of-librarianship-not-just-paper-cuts/">Health Hazards of Librarianship: Not Just Paper Cuts</a> – Public Libraries, 2.15.21<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Have a good weekend,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:5.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5">Cathy Lancaster</span></b><span style="color:#2E74B5"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%"><span style="color:black">Youth Services Coordinator</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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