When: Nov. 11 – Dec. 8, 2024 (4 weeks)
Where: Online, asynchronous (see more info)
Cost: $165 (Register 2 weeks early for 10% off)
CE Credit: 1.4 CEUs/14 LEUs
Program #: 314425
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Are you looking for ways to keep your children’s collections inclusive and relevant? This course is designed for librarians and library workers in service to children, this course will provide a survey of new books for readers from birth through 12 years of age. Participants will learn about current evaluation and selection techniques and resources for finding a wide variety of books for young readers. Books examined include outstanding new board books, picture books, graphic novels, poetry, chapter books, and informational texts. While we will focus on English-language texts published from 2022 through today, some award-winning texts from prior to 2022 will also be included.
Topics
- Creating and maintaining inclusive collections
- Current trends in children’s literature
- Titles, series, and formats popular with young readers
- Connecting our collections to popular media
- Resources for locating materials, staying relevant, and IF concerns
Readings
Instructor
Katelyn Martens-Rodriguez (she/her) is a Youth Services Librarian for Washington County Library (MN). She is an active member of ALSC who currently serves on the Early Childhood Programs and Services committee, served on the 2023 Sibert Award Committee, and is always on the lookout for a good professional development opportunity. Katelyn is passionate about storytime, inclusive programming, and library services grounded in social justice. She’s also one half of The Childish Librarians!