Program-A-Palooza!Presented by Alyssa CrowChildren’s LibrarianSouth Branch Library

Dynamic Children’s Programming WorkshopAbilene Public Library – www.abilenetx.com/apl March 17, 2014

Program-a-what? Huh?Program PlanningAPL Programs

Program IdeasResources

2 Types of ProgramsPrograms That Go Well

Programs That Don’t

Program Planning (10 Easy Steps)Purpose

Specific, measurable, agreed upon, realistic, time-framed

GoalsAudienceContent & ActivitiesTime & Location

MarketingPress release, flyer,

poster, brochure, bookmark, social media

Resources & Supplies

BudgetCollaborationEvaluation

Program Checklist12 Weeks

Before8 Weeks Before

1 Week Before

2 – 3 Hours Before

30 min – 1 Hour Before

After Program

Complete Confirm all Confirm AV Check setup Greet Clean up10 step plan presenters needs or   presenters  

  in writingrequirement

s Check all AV Record and  Create all     Greet guests report necessary Create book Gather   statistics documents list if supplies  

   necessary   Evaluate         program

Resource FolderResource LinksPrint ResourcesStorytime Planning FormLapsit Planning FormPuppet ManipulationStorytelling TipsFavorite Recipes

Regular ProgramsBaby Steps: Birth – 1 yearLapsit: 1 – 2 yearsToddler Time: 2 – 3 yearsStorytime: 3 – 6 years

*About 30 minutes long*Activities vary

Family FunAll AgesStories, songs,

games, crafts, activities

1 hour Themed

Make & TakeAll AgesCraft onlySupplies providedDrop-in program30 minutes

Tween TimeAges 8 – 15Crafts & Games1 hour

Teen TimeAges 13 – 18Crafts & Games1 hour

Collecting CommasAges 10 – 17 Writing ClubCreate & Share

Original Works

Zoo Lady Abilene ZooJoy Harsh

The Tooth Fairy’s SisterRebecca Haberman, Abilene Pediatric Dental Assoc.

Read To A Dog Paws To Read

C.A.L.F. 2013

SRC: Pirate School4 programs in totalIncluded pirate stories, games, and crafts Each program built on the previous one

By end of SRC, kids who attended them all had made a complete pirate costume Spyglass, pirate hat, hook, sword, shoulder parrot,

eye patch Final program was a Treasure Hunt

encompassing the entire library.8 stations throughout libraryNeeded many volunteers!

SRC: Pirate School

SRC: Pirate School – Treasure Hunt

“Problem” ProgramsQuarterly ProgramsAnime ClubGaming DaysStories & MoreDía de los Niños/LibrosMini-CampsTeen Advisory Group

Other Guest PresentersAbilene Kennel ClubDog Obedience with Jon JulienSassy the ClownVortex Martial ArtsYoung Audiences of Abilene

Think Outside The LibraryCommunity Related:

Business MercadoCity Sidewalks & ArtWalkFriends of the Library Book SaleHEB Feast of SharingNCCIL & C.A.L.FOut & About Food For Fines

School Related: Literacy Night, Scavenger Hunt, Open HousesMeet The Teacher NightMillion Word Reader CelebrationSummer Reading Club info distribution

Resources: Supplies, Gifts, PrizesOnline

www.orientaltrading.comwww.raymondgeddes.comwww.kipptoys.com www.musicmotion.comwww.constructiveplaythings.com www.lakeshorelearning.com www.guildcraftinc.com

Other peopleDon’t be afraid to ask for what you need! They may collect it and/or let you use or have it

for free!

Resources: Programming IdeasWhy reinvent the wheel?

Internet searchesCraft websitesTeacher blogswww.upstartpromotions.com (activity guides)www.speakaboos.com/worksheets www.pinterest.com www.youtube.comwww.abilenetx.com/apl

Resources: APL (www.abilenetx.com/apl) E-resources

NovelistPlus K-8 Booktalks Book Discussion Guides Picture Book Extenders Grab & Go Book Lists Book records with further info

NovelistPlus Author Read-Alikes Featured Articles

Resources: APL (www.abilenetx.com/apl) Kids & Teens

Kids Site – Crafty Pages Crafty Creations – how-to craft videos and activity guides Themed Activity Pages – crafts, activities, songs, fingerplays

Storytelling Kits – 65 ranging from Alligators to ZoosSearchable in APL catalog (storytelling kits – subject)Includes books, puppets, songs, games, fingerplays

and other supporting materials Abilene Public Library Online

www.abilenetx.com/aplwww.pinterest.com/aplibrarywww.youtube.com/aplibrarywww.abilenepubliclibrary.blogspot.com www.facebook.com/abilenepubliclibrary

So, Remember…Programs are what you make them! Take the time to prepare and include a

variety of themes and activities. Think outside the box.

Good preparation leads to more successful programs and repeat library patrons.

Like Darla said, “Flexibility is key!”

Thanks for coming!ExtrasCE certificatesEvaluation forms