by Leah Langby | Jan 10, 2019 | Keeping Up With Kids
I am guessing that many of the libraries who read this blog get invited to have a table at community events. This is a great way to meet new people who might not otherwise make it into the library, but it can be time-consuming, and sometimes difficult to think...
by Leah Langby | Mar 13, 2013 | Keeping Up With Kids
Target Early Childhood Reading GrantDeadline: April 30, 2013Reading grants are awarded to schools, libraries and nonprofit organizations, supporting K-3 reading programs such as weekend book clubs and after-school reading events that foster a love of reading. Each...
by Leah Langby | Aug 22, 2011 | Keeping Up With Kids
Two libraries of very different sizes and approaches have developed fun projects to help preschoolers and their families get excited about reading together–not just during the summer! In our very own Colfax, Jenny is encouraging families with preschoolers to be...
by Leah Langby | Dec 16, 2010 | Keeping Up With Kids
Feinberg, Sandra, et. al. The Family-Centered Library Handbook. Neal-Schuman, 2007.Imagine a library where all families with small children feel welcome, are excited to go to, and parents and children are learning skills that will help both children and families...
by Leah Langby | Aug 12, 2010 | Keeping Up With Kids
If you are looking for ways to spice up your storytime, or if you have a new staff person or volunteer you want to train in the Wonderful Ways of Storytime, there are a lot of great resources out there. But there is always room for more, right??The Colorado State...
