CSLP Programming Facebook Page
The Facebook Library Programming page for CSLP is currently featuring an array of planning ideas and strategies for the upcoming "Adventure Begins" theme scheduled for 2024. This is an excellent chance for librarians and library staff across the country to connect and share unique and exciting library events with each other. Members can take advantage of a platform where they can discuss innovative and creative ideas for library programs, events, and activities. The page is a hub of creativity, with members sharing the latest ideas and strategies for successful library programming. Below are some of the most recent ideas being shared by members nationwide, to help inspire you to create your own exciting and engaging library events.
Sample of Library Adventure theme weeks
Sample of World and Space Travel Theme Ideas
Storybook Walk Activity Handout
Would you like a suggestion on how to add a lively touch to your library for your summer projects and activities? You can use a template inspired by the official welcome sign of the National Park Services to create an engaging decoration that will delight your visitors.
CSLP Resources to Help New Youth Librarians Getting Started on the development and promotion of their Library Programming
Creating a successful library summer program can be challenging, but you don't have to do it alone. The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) offers invaluable resources to guide you every step of the way. Their online tutorials provide expert tips for crafting a customized summer event schedule that perfectly fits your library's needs.
For those aiming to foster diversity and inclusivity, CSLP's inclusion training sessions are a must-watch. These sessions are tailored to help you design programming that resonates with your entire community, ensuring everyone feels welcome and represented.
With CSLP's support, you can develop a vibrant summer program that delights your library patrons and leaves a lasting impact.
Teen Engagement Tips for Librarians
Designing library programming that captivates teenagers and tweens can pose a challenge for youth librarians and library staff. To enhance engagement among teens, it's crucial for professionals to integrate the four key traits of adolescent development into their programming, as recommended by the CSLP. This thoughtful approach ensures that library events resonate with the specific needs and interests of young audiences, fostering active participation and enthusiasm.
"Independence. By offering library cards and guaranteeing the confidentiality of the teen’s library usage, giving instruction in how to use library resources independently, and offering the opportunity to volunteer on projects for which they are responsible, the library gives teens chances to assert their independence.
Excitement. While in the past, libraries may not have been synonymous with excitement, new ideas in programming and young adult spaces can offer teens a great deal of stimulation.
Identity. Reading can help teens to discover possible futures for themselves. Therefore, a strong teen reader’s advisory program, complete with both fiction and nonfiction, can help teens fully explore their potential. Additionally, programs that help teens to share their interests with others can strengthen their self-esteem and give them opportunities to explore other possibilities.
Acceptance. When the library provides a space for teens, a positive experience, and a welcoming environment, it is acknowledging their worth."
If you're looking for inspiration to create a fantastic "Adventure Begins" theme for 2024, the official Pinterest page for CSLP is an excellent resource to explore. The page offers a plethora of exciting and engaging activities that are perfect for children, tweens, and teens. What's more, these ideas won't break the bank. CSLP shares a variety of low-cost adventure crafts and activities on Pinterest that can help you create a memorable and enjoyable experience for your audience. So, why not take a look and see how you can add some constructive adventure to your next project?
Mountain Cookies for Story Time
Between 2017 and 2021, the Inclusive Internship Initiative (III) provided 198 high school students from diverse backgrounds with paid, mentored internships in 119 public libraries across 44 states. This program not only offered practical experience in librarianship but also empowered students to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Through the III, the Public Library Association (PLA) and participants developed a comprehensive set of resources to support successful internship programs. For libraries looking to initiate their own internship programs, Inclusive Internship Toolkit: A Practical Guide for Teen Internships, which is available as a free download. This initiative exemplifies the transformative potential of inclusive programs that inspire and equip young people to effect positive change in their communities.
Themes and Slogans for CSLP
For information on past, current, and future themes, visit the CSLP Themes & Slogans page which provides a comprehensive list of themes and slogans selected annually.
Resources to Fight Summer Hunger
Are you aware of families and children facing challenges accessing meals during the summer break? The CSLP hosts webinars that offers practical recommendations on how to collaborate with local community partners to ensure children and teens receive nutritious meals when school is out. Follow this link to learn effective strategies for supporting your community's youth during the summer months.
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