Not All Heroes Wear Masks (But Maybe They Should)

Not All Heroes Wear Masks (But Maybe They Should) is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Robert Perret

Track: Academic, Public, School, & Special Libraries

Abstract: There will be many challenges facing libraries as they reopen, but one of the most challenging may be trying to manage safe behaviors in patrons, particularly if your library is taking a soft approach to enforcing efforts like social distancing and masks. This poster will describe methods for suggesting desired behavior to patrons through environmental design and behavior cues even if you do not have the budget (or authority) to make big changes. We can make the library safer for patrons and ourselves with practical, thoughtful approaches to patron services and patron spaces.

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About the Presenter: Robert Perret works in Special Collections and Instruction at the University of Idaho. Years of experience with classroom management have informed best practices for encouraging the best behavior in patrons even when there may be no hard and fast rules.

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E-Resources @ World Scientific Publishing

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E-Resources @ World Scientific Publishing is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Lynne Karle

Track: Academic & Public Libraries

Abstract: World Scientific publishes 300 E-books and 130+ journals annually, across 11 subjects. Learn about our resources in this presentation.

Poster:

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About the Vendor:
As a leading international publisher as well as Asia Pacific’s largest bilingual (English and Chinese) publisher of books and journals for the scholarly, research and professional communities, World Scientific collaborates with prestigious organizations like the Nobel Foundation and US National Academies Press to bring high quality academic and professional content to researchers and academics worldwide. World Scientific publishes approximately 300 new book titles and 130 journals covering various fields each year. Many of our books are recommended texts adopted by renowned institutions such as Harvard University, California Institute of Technology, Stanford University, and Princeton University.

Questions about E-books? Contact Yee-Hong Khoo at yhkhoo@wspc.com
Questions about E-journals? Contact Allan Barnett abarnett@wspc.com

World Scientific

Vendor Posters | Academic Library | Public Library

Just in Time: Rapidly Developing Your Library’s Self-Guided Help for Immediate Impact

Just in Time: Rapidly Developing Your Library’s Self-Guided Help for Immediate Impact is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenters: D’Arcy Hutchings, Anna Bjartmarsdottir, Daria O. Carle, Ruth D. Terry, & Jennifer McKay

Track: Academic, Public, School, & Special Libraries

Abstract: During this pandemic environment, the uncertainty of in-person access to the library makes providing some kind of 24/7 help even more critical. In an ongoing project begun several years ago, librarians at the University of Alaska Anchorage created a series of self-help guides, tutorials, and FAQs to serve students with their most basic research needs. As the project developed, we gained a better understanding of how to create and improve self-help content, organizing it into an easily accessible format for our users, whether or not the library building is open.

The project was initially developed when we had more time and the ability to meet in person, but when the pandemic hit, we realized our long term project could be distilled down to the essential elements and shared with others in a modified, rapid version. We have compiled our best practices so that you too can learn how to create or improve help content efficiently and effectively. With so many universities and K-12 schools still undecided as to their status in the fall, this is a timely opportunity for you to present your library’s self-help content in an easily accessible 24/7 format to meet your user needs.

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About the Presenters:
D’Arcy Hutchings is the Instructional Design Librarian at the UAA/APU Consortium Library at the University of Alaska Anchorage. She holds an MLIS from University of Alabama and a Master’s of Education from University of Alaska Fairbanks.

Anna Bjartmarsdottir is an Instruction and Research Librarian and liaison to English, Writing, Creative Writing, and Theater at the UAA/APU Consortium Library at the University of Alaska Anchorage. She holds an MLS from the State University of New York at Albany, and an MA in Theater and Film Studies from the University of British Columbia.

Daria O. Carle is the Science Librarian at the UAA/APU Consortium Library at the University of Alaska Anchorage and serves as liaison to engineering, mathematics, and the natural sciences. Her MLIS is from the University of Wisconsin Madison.

Ruth D. Terry is the Business and Government Information Librarian at the UAA/APU Consortium Library at the University of Alaska Anchorage. Her MLS is from Texas Woman’s University.

Jennifer McKay is the Nursing and Education Librarian with the Alaska Medical Library at the UAA/APU Consortium Library at the University of Alaska Anchorage. She holds an MLIS from San Jose State University.

Literacy and Instruction | Academic Library | Public Library | School Library | Special Library

DEEP ROOTS: Alaska Native Voices in Publishing

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DEEP ROOTS: Alaska Native Voices in Publishing is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenters: Best Beginnings, Sealaska Heritage Institute, Alaska Northwest Books

Track: Public & School Libraries

Abstract: Discover authors and publishing programs creating Alaska children’s books that are culturally relevant, accurate, well-produced, and age-appropriate for their target audiences.

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Supporting Materials:

About the Presenters:

  • Abbe Hensley is the executive director of Best Beginnings, a statewide early childhood nonprofit focused on growing readers, building strong families, and engaging community.
  • Stephanie Schott is the Early Literacy Director of Best Beginnings.
  • Angela Y. Gonzalez, (Koyukon Athabascan) is wife and a mother of two, works PR/Communications, loves taking photos and writing, and is author of several books.
  • Barbara J. Atwater (Dena’ina) is a retired teacher, administrator and author.
  • Ethan J. Atwater, Barbara’s son, is an author and interested in storytelling and educating children on Dena’ina folklore.
  • Tess Olympia is the Program Manager for Sealaska Heritage’s Baby Raven Reads program and part of the Book Production Team.
  • Angela Zbornik is marketing manager for Alaska Northwest Books.

Alaska Northwest Books Best Beginnings Alaska Sealaska Heritage

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What’s in Your (Leadership) Toolbox?

What’s in Your (Leadership) Toolbox? is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Pam Henley, Montana State Library

Track: Academic, Public, School, & Special Libraries

Abstract:
Since an in-person, multi-day leadership institute is not possible at this time, PNLA is offering a virtual option: a series of book discussions lead by alumni from various leadership institutes. Each will recommend a favorite leadership book for the group to read, and lead the discussion. Join the group as either leader or participant as we all work to develop new leaders for the association.

Poster:


What’s In Your (Leadership) Toolbox? by Pam Henley

About the Presenter:
With 20 years of school and public library experience, and 7 years as a statewide consulting librarian, Pam is still improving her leadership skills.

Leadership and Administration | Academic Library | Public Library | School Library | Special Library

 

Get the Most Out of a Virtual Conference!

Get the Most Out of a Virtual Conference! is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Pam Henley, Montana State Library

Track: Academic, Public, & School Libraries

Abstract:
Virtual events offer great opportunities but also present new challenges for both presenters and attendees. We’ll share tips and tricks on keeping attendees engaged, best practices for participants and more!

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About the Presenter:
Pam worked in public libraries for over 20 years, and is now a consultant with the Montana State Library. She’s participated in many virtual meetings and trainings over the years.

Leadership and Administration | Academic Library | Public Library | School Library

 

Exploring Our Universe: Going Virtual with the Greater Victoria Public Library and BC Summer Reading Club

Exploring Our Universe: Going Virtual with the Greater Victoria Public Library and BC Summer Reading Club is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Deborah van der Linde & Vruti Patel

Track: Public Library

Abstract:
Each year, the Greater Victoria Public Library participates in the BC Summer Reading Club (SRC) program. Due to the global pandemic, GVPL has shifted from the traditional paper format to an online platform. In so doing, we had to consider every aspect of SRC, from how to provide relevant and accessible programming, community outreach, community participation, to dealing with barriers created by technology for those who do not have access to it.

Accordingly, we are using a variety of strategies to reach out to our community, from promotion to delivery. Traditionally, librarians visit schools, reaching approximately 14,000 students. This year, we created a special promotional video to share with schools and PACs.

In order to create a sense of community in a virtual environment, we created weekly challenges, and are encouraging children to send us a picture of their challenge. We will then share the photos on our social media, highlighting our community.

We have established virtual programming with external organizations that would normally have presented in library. This year, kids will be able to join a live or pre-recorded presentation instead.

In order to reach those who do not have the necessary access to technology to participate, we have provided starter packages and take-home activities. Families were able to visit our branches as they re-open, and get their own BC SRC starter pack, which includes a reading log, stickers, temporary tattoos, and a bookmark.

Poster:

Community Engagement with a virtual BC SRC by Vruti

About the Presenters:
Deborah van der Linde is a librarian with the Greater Victoria Public Library, and she has the great pleasure of working with middle childhood and tween literacy portfolio. Her favourite thing to do is read, and she loves to get everyone around her reading, too.

Vruti Patel is a Public Services Librarian for the Greater Victoria Public Library. In her role, she is committed to building relationships with nearby elementary and middle schools. She enjoys reading picture books, Canadian Fiction and joke books. On her own time, Vruti enjoys the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.

Literacy and Instruction | Public Library

 

We Empower Discovery

We Empower Discovery is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Meghan Alcala, Lauren Hayes, & Timothy Madsen

Track: Public Library

Abstract: During the time of our district closure, the Community Library Network developed a plan of action to stay connected with the communities we serve; to keep families and youth engaged in their library during a time of unforeseen circumstances, while maintaining safety and distancing guidelines. We implemented district-wide services, some of which started as early as the week we closed our doors.

When our Summer Reading Program began June 1st, we conducted weekly virtual programs with coordinating “Grab & Go Kits,” which were made available curbside at all seven library locations. Weekly programs included story time, outdoor gardening, STEAM-based activities, and LEGO club. Other programs included Readers Advisory, Summer Reading presenters, KaBoom! Science, and Adopt a Dragon.

To make programs feel more familiar, we created separate Facebook Groups for several programs, where members were encouraged to share photos of their completed crafts and activities. The group pages allowed staff to engage with our members more easily and they could communicate with each other. To best serve everyone, each “Grab & Go Kit” included materials and instructions to complete the activity, meaning members could participate with or without access to the virtual programs. Libraries also had additional LEGO and STEAM kits available for check out.

The Community Library Network Youth Services team focused on keeping our communities positively engaged with their libraries and each other during a time when we could not physically connect. Families across the district have responded with gratitude by participating and enjoying the opportunity to still share some time with the public library.

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About the Presenter:
Lauren Hayes has worked in Youth Services at the Community Library Network in Hayden, Idaho, for 8 years specializing in outreach and in-house services for early learners. She attended Washington State University and earned a Master’s of Science in Information Studies from the University of Texas.

Meghan Alcala is a Youth Services Specialist at the Community Library Network, where he specializes in both outreach and in-house services for children and their families. Meghan has her BA in English and has earned a Master’s of Library Science and Information Studies.

Timothy Madsen is a Youth Services Specialist at the Community Library Network, where he focuses on STEM activities. This includes hands-on learning, classroom visits, and after school programs. Tim has an AA in American Sign Language studies and is working towards his Bachelor of Science in ASL/English interpreting.

Partnerships and Connections | Public Library

Inhabit Media

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Inhabit Media is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Pia Flamand

Track: Public & School Libraries

Abstract: Inhabit Media is an Inuit-owned publishing company that publishes adult and children’s books, the traditional stories and lived experiences of Inuit, and books about Arctic animals and nature.

Poster:

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About the Vendor: Inhabit Media is an Inuit-owned publishing company that aims to promote and preserve the stories, knowledge, and talent of northern Canada. For more information about Inhabit Media contact Pia Flamand at pia.flamand@inhabitmedia.com

Inhabit Media Inc.Fall 2020 Catalog
Inhabit Education Books Fall 2020 Catalog
All Catalogs

 

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Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in Story Time: Key Skills for Kindergarten Readiness

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in Story Time: Key Skills for Kindergarten Readiness is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.

Presenter: Jenn Carter, King County Library System (WA)

Track: Public Library

Abstract: After completing two months of online story time, I paused to ask for feedback from parents and educators.

When asked about kindergarten readiness in the COVID era, parents and educators again and again requested that the library emphasize Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in online story time. Skills like compassion, kindness, cooperation and perseverance are seen by educators as some of the most important skills we can be teaching young children. More than math and reading, SEL are the skills that will allow our children to succeed in the future.

Concurrently, the tragic murders of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor brought to light a desperate need in our communities to work harder to teach essential SEL topics like: anti-racism, empathy and courage. I decided to pull up my old SEL curriculum and adapt these concepts to an online story time program for the Summer of 2020.

This nine week curriculum for Preschool Story Time was piloted in person in the Fall of 2019 and is now being adapted for online story times and possible take-home packets for Summer of 2020.

For each of the nine topics, I have three elements: librarian story time guide, one page reference sheet for parents with booklist; and an activity sheet with directions to a hands-on learning activity.

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About the Presenter: Jenn Carter, MLIS, is the Children’s Librarian for the Carnation, Duvall and Skykomish Libraries in King County, WA. She has served the children and families of her community for over 15 years. Contact Jenn at  jecarter@kcls.org

Literacy and Instruction | Public Library