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Title details for The Big Sourcebook of Free and Low-Cost Library Programming by Ellyssa Kroski - Available

The Big Sourcebook of Free and Low-Cost Library Programming

300+ Resources, Ideas, and Tools

by Ellyssa Kroski
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There's no need to spend hours trying to come up with creative programming ideas—bestselling library activity guru Kroski has already done all the hard work for you! Largely drawn from contributions by library workers across the country, this e-book is a cornucopia of ready-to-go activities, easily accessible resources, and adaptable tools for inspiring countless fun and engaging programs at your library. Best of all, these exciting low cost/no-cost library programs can be implemented using only free resources. Offering a broad selection of ideas for adults, tweens, and younger children that can be tailored to a variety of contexts, inside this sourcebook you'll discover

  • seniors and older adult programming resources on such topics as genealogy, financial literacy, lifelong learning, gardening, and health and wellness;
  • career, ESL/literacy, and "just for fun" programs and book clubs perfect for adults;
  • young adult programming resources such as the Book to Action toolkit, YALSA's Teen Programming Guidelines, literacy and educational resources, computers and coding activities, live action roleplaying games (LARPS), and many more;
  • free resources to teach financial responsibility to toddlers, lesson plans from NASA, resources to host an Earth Day event incorporating a "free trees for kids" program, StoryWalks and more ideas for children;
  • makerspace, STEM, and art programming resources;
  • Pinterest boards, idea lists, writing prompts, coloring pages, free books, and passive programming downloadables and printables;
  • information about more than two dozen grant opportunities for funding programs; and
  • planning templates, marketing tips, assessment resources, and tools for brainstorming and productivity.

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    • Release date

      March 11, 2024

    • Formats

      • OverDrive Read

        • ISBN: 9780838939697

      • PDF ebook

        • ISBN: 9780838939697
        • File size: 13685 KB

    • Languages

      • English

    • Reviews

      • Library Journal

        Starred review from July 1, 2024

        Kroski (dir. of information technology, New York Law Inst.; Law Librarianship in the Age of AI) offers a treasure trove of programming resources and ideas for all types of libraries. Inspired by recommendations from librarians across the country, this impressive collection features ideas ranging from makerspace and STEM programming to passive programming to programming for children, teens, and older adults. Well-referenced chapters highlight different websites, curricula, and toolkits to help library workers design educational and innovative programs. Some ideas are suitable for one-time offerings (e.g., Earth Day events connected to the Neighborhood Forest Trees for Kids Program), while others could be used in extended programming (e.g., the SilverSneakers Fitness program for older adults). In addition to programming ideas, Kroski provides actionable information on marketing, assessment, and professional development, with topics that range from infographics to graphic design tools and data visualization tools. The chapter on grant opportunities is outstanding, featuring large-scale grants, such as the NEH Cultural and Community Resilience Program grant, and more modest programs, such as the Pilcrow Foundation Rural Public Library Book grants. VERDICT A time-saving and relevant programming sourcebook; highly recommended for any library seeking to revitalize its programs and services.--Sarah Hashimoto

        Copyright 2024 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

    Formats

    • OverDrive Read
    • PDF ebook

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    Languages

    • English

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