Please bear with an element of self-promotion. I’m conducting a Live Online training session on storytimes for AMIGOS in April. It will cover basics of preparing a preschool storytime and will be suited for new children’s staff and paraprofessionals. It’s part of AMIGOS’ Live Online training program so people don’t have to travel. You participate live from your computer using Voice Over Internet Protocol. The course is available for Network Education Exchange with member rates offered for members of a number of other organizations. For details, visit www.amigos.org.
April 8 and April 10, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Central Time (participants attend both sessions)
Public Library Preschool Storytimes
Audience: Public library youth staff and volunteers
Description: Storytimes are an effective early literacy tool and may be one of the most visible and valued programs in any public library. Learn how to plan a program that meets the developmental needs and interests of preschool children and supports reading and school readiness skills. New librarians, para-professional staff, and volunteers will discover ways to present an exciting and enriching storytime program.
Content:
Role of storytime in library services
Audience needs
Elements of a good storytime
Dealing with issues
Resources for storytime
This course consists of two 2-hour sessions plus outside work. April 8 and April 10, 2008.
Instructor
Jeanette Larson is the former youth services manager for Austin Public Library and has trained many youth librarians and volunteers to present effective storytime programs. Ms. Larson currently teaches the Programs for Youth in Public Libraries course for Texas Woman’s University.