FYI,   Just sharing this workshop for informational purposes only:   *The Nocturnals by Tracey Hecht - Read Aloud Writing Workshop* Tracey Hecht connects readers to the real-life animal science in “The Nocturnals” fiction book series. Created in partnership with The New York Public Library, Tracey's interactive workshop explores developing characters based on animal physiology, creating author voice, and learning how fiction and nonfiction books are made. The workshop is available for children ages 5-12, ...Continue Reading

FYI,   See announcement below from Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy (CLEL) of their CLEL Bell Picture Book Award titles.   ~Sharon   All the best,   Sharon Rawlins, MLS (she/her/hers) /Youth Services Specialist/ /Library Development Bureau / *New Jersey State Library* *P.* 609-278-2640 x116 *E.* sraw...@njstatelib.org *W.* www.njstatelib.org 185 West State Street P.O. Box 520, Trenton, NJ  08625   *From:* CLEL Info <i...@clel.org> *Sent:* Tuesday, February 7, 2023 11:04 AM*To:* ...Continue Reading

Download the Free 2023 Día Reading Lists! Celebrate Día this year with engaging stories representing a variety of cultures and backgrounds for children from birth through 8th grade. The Día reading lists are free to download and distribute to your patrons to share the #bookjoy! The lists are a great supplement to your Día programming and, on their own, can direct families to a diverse world of reading.   Don't forget the National Día Program Registry. Tell us abo ...Continue Reading

The Piscataway Public Library is seeking enthusiastic individuals to fill part-time positions in Children's Services. Please share this posting with anyone who might be qualified and interested. The posting is attached to this email and can also be found on our website: https://piscatawaylibrary.org/job-opportunities/ The deadline to apply is February 23, 2023. Sharlene EdwardsHead of Children's Services Piscataway Public Library 732-463-1633 ext. 7 ...Continue Reading

FYI,   Most of this is geared more for adult reference library staff, but there is a session on misinformation and transgender youth on 4-6-23. ~ Sharon Registration is open for the *NNLM Virtual Symposium April 4-6, 2023. The 2023 NNLM Virtual Symposium, Health Misinformation *will explore both the research behind health misinformation movements and provide practical and evidence-based solutions to support librarians, health educators, and direct care providers in combating the spread of all types of ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings FYI,   Forwarded by ALSC:   Are you absolutely jazzed about the 2023 Newbery- and Caldecott-winning books? Are they already on hold at your library or being shipped from Bookshop? (Good on you, they're all on backorder for me!) Or did you read some of these titles last year and think "Wow!" but have zero other #kidlit-minded adults in your circle with whom to nerd out about? ALSC is excited to offer YMA Book Clubs ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings   Invitation to participate in national survey about public library maker programs for youth with disabilities   Are you responsible for developing and delivering makerspace or making programming and services in your library? Makerspaces are flourishing in public libraries, yet little is known about the inclusive programming being provided to library patrons, especially youth with disabilities. Makerspace programming can address inequities in underserved communities (including yo ...Continue Reading

FYI,   Just forwarding the free webinar information below.   ~Sharon   All the best,   Sharon Rawlins, MLS (she/her/hers) /Youth Services Specialist/ /Library Development Bureau / *New Jersey State Library* *P.* 609-278-2640 x116 *E.* sraw...@njstatelib.org *W.* www.njstatelib.org 185 West State Street P.O. Box 520, Trenton, NJ  08625   *From:* team...@mailgun.galecia.com <team...@mailgun.galecia.com> *On Behalf Of *The Galecia Group*Sent:* Wednesday, February 1, 2023 10:27 AM*To:* S ...Continue Reading

FYI,   The Collaborative Summer Library Program’s Child & Community Well-Being Committee is collecting examples of public library programming that promotes social and emotional health. We are looking for public library programs, for any age group/audience, on any topic that supports social and emotional well-being – from self-care, to mindfulness, to community building, to giving back. Please tell us about any programs your library has offered that you’re proud of and would like to share. Use this form to sha ...Continue Reading

*FYI,* *School Library Journal’s 5th Annual Middle Grade Magic Virtual Event, Thursday, March 9, 2023* Join School Library Journal for their fifth annual Middle Grade Magic virtual event, a day-long celebration of authors and creators dedicated to crafting literature for children ages eight through 12. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at some of the most anticipated new titles for kids and tweens, from modern coming-of-age tales to eye-popping graphic novels to immersive fantasy. Attendees will also have the o ...Continue Reading