Programs & Programming

Downward dog, mindful breathing, and other practices enrich public library programming.

Walnut Grove Elementary School librarian Holly Whitt and third grade classroom teacher Lori Alexander created their own professional development program to meet their students needs. The pair financed the program through a grant from Fund for Teachers.

From diaper changing to CPR and managing a business, these skills prepare future sitters.

When it comes to young learners, wonder is a key tool. It helps children become self-motivated learners, excited to explore where their knowledge will take them.

Ring in 2024 with these skillful compositions and top-notch vocal and instrumental performances, perfect for story hours, classrooms, or family time, including an album of songs based on banned books. 

From petting zoos to field trips, these initiatives forge strong ties with communities.

If there’s one thing librarians can agree on it’s that library education could use some shaking up. Enter the Radical Librarianship Institute, which strives to “redefine the role of librarians, centering principles of inclusion and social justice.”

Early learning offerings by informed staff and programs extended from the height of the pandemic can help all young children thrive.

With a focus on student equity and revenue scenarios, these librarians put their own stamp on book fairs.