Bringing the Arts into the Library
Bringing the Arts into the Library

Author: Carol Smallwood

Publisher: American Library Association

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 0838911757

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Using a library’s facilities to bring arts to the community is not only a valuable service, but also a wonderful marketing and outreach opportunity, a tangible way to show the public that libraries offer value, thus shoring up grassroots support. Editor Smallwood has combed the country finding examples of programs implemented by a variety of different types of libraries to enrich, educate, and entertain patrons through the arts. Her book shares such successful efforts as Poetry programs in the public library Gatherings for local authors at the community college Creative writing in middle schools Multicultural arts presentations at the university library Initiatives to fight illiteracy through the arts The amazing creativity and resourcefulness found in each example provide practical models which can be adapted to any library environment, inspiring librarians looking for unique programming ideas.

More Than Books
More Than Books

Author: Marie-Andree Myers

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 63

ISBN-13:

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Libraries are cultural centers for the communities they serve: offering free educational programs, performances, classes, lectures, meeting place, in addition to traditional resources for their customers. Visual arts education within public libraries has been overlooked and understudied in the field of art education. With increased budget cuts in public school systems resulting in the reduction of art programs, public libraries have gained popularity within their communities in filling the gap by offering after school art programs as well as including art education within their literacy programs. As an art educator working in a public library, I have firsthand knowledge and experience with this subject. For this capstone project I have conducted research of art education in public libraries by observing my own practice as well as the practice of a colleague at the Pablo Creek branch library of the Jacksonville Public Library. This project describes how learning and teaching art is conducted in a public library art program through observation and interviews with the facilitators and parents attending these art programs. It also brings awareness to the role of libraries in community-based art education and gives suggestions for other libraries that may want to follow this example by showing how they can improve or implement art programs and make their institutions a cultural center for their communities. A blog has been created disseminate resources that may help library staff as well as educators who may have an interest for starting a community art program.

The Library's Role in Supporting Financial Literacy for Patrons
The Library's Role in Supporting Financial Literacy for Patrons

Author: Carol Smallwood

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2016-05-17

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 1442265930

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Library Roles in Achieving Financial Literacy among its Patrons is a collection of articles from 25 librarians in different parts of the U.S. and Canada, each contributing 3,000-4,000 words: concise chapters with sidebars, bullets, and headers; there is an introduction. Contributors were selected for the creative potential in their topics, those that can be used in various types of libraries and that demonstrate a command of financial literacy and are able to communicate what they know to aiding users solve their financial information problems. The collection has three sections. The first provides an overview of financial literacy: what it means generally, what needs exist among library patrons, and what approaches have been tried to date. The second section deals with resources that are available in libraries, or should be made available. These include collections, skill sets in librarians, program opportunities and others. The third section is a series of case studies that demonstrate successes and best practices.

Homeschooling and Libraries
Homeschooling and Libraries

Author: Vera Gubnitskaia

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2020-04-20

Total Pages: 287

ISBN-13: 147663923X

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

As families are looking for better ways to educate their children, more and more of them are becoming interested and engaged in alternative ways of schooling that are different, separate, or opposite of the traditional classroom. Homeschooling has become ever more creative and varied as families create custom-tailored curricula, assignments, goals, and strategies that are best for each unique child. This presents a multitude of challenges and opportunities for information institutions, including public, academic, school, and special libraries. The need for librarians to help homeschool families become information and media literate is more important than ever. This collection of essays provides a range of approaches and strategies suggested by skilled professionals as well as veteran homeschool parents on how to best serve the diverse needs and learning experiences of homeschooled youth. It includes information on needs assessments for special needs students, gifted students, and African American students; advice on how to provide support for the families of homeschoolers; case studies; and information on new technologies that could benefit libraries and the homeschooler populations that they serve.

Mindful School Libraries
Mindful School Libraries

Author: Wendy Stephens

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2021-02-01

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 1440875286

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Complement efforts in the classroom to work on social-emotional learning and understand the affective needs of young people in library settings. Given the national climate of anxiety and fear, climbing diagnoses of neurological difference, and overall sensitivity, fewer young people come to school able to self-soothe. Building on the work of Nel Noddings, Lynne Evarts, and Meghan Harper, this book focuses on the deliberation, quiet, and reflection sometimes described collectively as mindfulness. From breathing exercises to meditation, mindfulness exercises can be a coping mechanism for at-risk students, and librarians can create an environment, away from the classroom, in which students can explore their abilities to regulate and control their social and emotional responses, skills that underpin information retrieval and analysis. The role of school libraries in promoting mindfulness in the twenty-first century could parallel the quest for intellectual stimulation and self-improvement that informed the public libraries movement in the late nineteenth century. Providing practical suggestions for working in concert with classroom teachers, school counseling staff, and community partners, this guide will inform librarians' practice by increasing awareness of how to create a nurturing space for students in the school library.

Creative Management of Small Public Libraries in the 21st Century
Creative Management of Small Public Libraries in the 21st Century

Author: Carol Smallwood

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2014-12-23

Total Pages: 317

ISBN-13: 1442243570

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Creative Management of Small Public Libraries in the 21st Century isan anthology on small public libraries as centers of communities serving populations under 25,000 that make up most of the public library systems in the United States. A wide selection of topics was sought from contributors with varied backgrounds reflecting the diversity of small public libraries. The thirty-two chapters are arranged: Staff; Programming; Management; Technology; Networking; Fundraising; User Services and provide tools to lead a local public library with relevant and successful services. This volume shares a common sense approach to providing a small (in staff size or budget) but mighty (in impact and outcome) public library service. The contributors demonstrate that by turning the service delivery team outward to the community with enthusiasm and positive energy, it is possible to achieve significant results. Many chapters summarize best practices that can serve as checklists for the novice library director or as a review for the more seasoned manager working through new responsibilities. Chapters are tactical, focusing on specific issues for managers such as performance evaluations, effective programming, or e-reader services. Time management is crucial in a small or rural public library as well as the challenges associated with managing Friends and volunteers. While most public libraries do not have the resources to satisfy customer expectations for instant gratification, ultra-convenience and state-of-the-art technologies, The authors of this book details strategies and methods for providing top-notch customer service while moving beyond customer service to the creation of meaningful customer relationships. This volume makes an important contribution to the literature by reminding us that public libraries transform communities of every size. In fact, never before has the role of the public library been a more critical thread in the fabric of community life.

Library Journal
Library Journal

Author: Melvil Dewey

Publisher:

Published: 1922

Total Pages: 762

ISBN-13:

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.