Premiere Events

by Wilson, Patricia Potter

• ISBN13: 9781563087950
• ISBN10: 1563087952
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-03-15
• Publisher: Libraries Unltd Inc

Summary

Here is everything you need to plan, execute, and assess school library events. Aside from emphasizing the benefits of effective programs, the authors offer details on providing support services to enrich programming. Several examples of successful programs from across the nation provide the necessary inspiration to create your own imaginative and memorable events-events that motivate young students to fully take advantage of media center resources.

Author Biography

PATRICIA POTTER WILSON is Associate Professor Emerita of School Library and Information Sciences at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Prior to her university position, she was a school teacher and library media specialist. An author of numerous articles and five books, she has also been recipient of several teaching and service awards.ROGER LESLIE is an author, editor, teacher, and library media specialist with 15 years of experience in public education.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	xiii
Introduction	xv
How and Why Programs Really Work	1	(22)
Media Center Programming Defined	3	(1)
What Library Media Specialists Say About Programming	4	(3)
Types of Programs	7	(1)
Exhibits and Displays	7	(1)
Featured Speakers or Entertainers	7	(1)
Learning Centers	8	(1)
Demonstrations	8	(1)
Media	8	(1)
Frameworks for Preparing a Program	8	(3)
Programs Based on Specific Target Groups	9	(1)
Programs Based on Curriculum Needs	9	(1)
Programs Based on a Special Theme	10	(1)
Programs Based on Interest and Entertainment	10	(1)
Programs Based on Available Time Periods	10	(1)
Purposes of Programs	11	(5)
Support and Enhance the Curriculum	11	(3)
Provide Support and Enrichment Beyond Core Curriculum	14	(1)
Provide Personal Enrichment	15	(1)
Provide Professional Development for Teachers	15	(1)
Benefits of Programming	16	(4)
Highlights the Media Center	16	(1)
Highlights the Media Specialist	17	(1)
Increases School Library Media Center Usage	17	(1)
Provides Classroom Support and Enrichment	17	(1)
Broadens Students and Teacher Interests	18	(1)
Encourages the Development of Lifelong Readers	18	(1)
Establishes Good Public Relations	19	(1)
Program Parameters	20	(1)
Individually Planned Programs	20	(1)
Joint or Cooperative Programs	20	(1)
Parent and Community Programs	20	(1)
The Public Library Connection	21	(1)
Purpose	21	(1)
Benefits	21	(1)
Parameters	22	(1)
Conclusion	22	(1)
Initial Stages of Program Planning	23	(20)
Choosing a Theme and Gathering Ideas	25	(8)
Faculty Suggestions	26	(2)
Other Media Specialists	28	(1)
Student Interests	28	(1)
Curriculum Needs	29	(2)
Professional Development Activities	31	(1)
Community Happenings	31	(2)
Developing a Specific Plan	33	(9)
Setting Goals	33	(1)
Considering the Audience	34	(2)
Determining a Time Frame	36	(1)
Identifying Resources	36	(1)
Choosing a Format	37	(5)
Conclusion	42	(1)
Final Stages of Program Planning	43	(22)
Outlining the Program Content	44	(1)
Obtaining Administrative Approval	44	(1)
Securing Teacher Support	45	(1)
Planning the Specific Details	46	(7)
Select and Verify a Location	46	(1)
Choose and Confirm a Date and Time	47	(1)
Select and Schedule Guest Speakers	48	(3)
Select and Provide for Support Personnel	51	(1)
Select, Order, and Schedule Resource Materials	51	(2)
Develop Contingency Plans	53	(1)
Completing Final Preparations	53	(5)
Identify, Select, and Prepare Student and Parent Volunteers	53	(3)
Publicize the Event	56	(1)
Prepare Students and Teachers for the Event	56	(1)
Schedule Classes	57	(1)
Arranging the Facility	58	(4)
Decorate	59	(1)
Use Technology Support	59	(1)
Arrange Furniture and Seating	60	(1)
Provide for Traffic Flow	61	(1)
Executing the Program	62	(1)
Present the Program	62	(1)
Follow Through After the Event	63	(1)
Conclusion	63	(2)
How to Identify and Locate Resources	65	(22)
Identifying and Locating Resources	66	(17)
Educational Resources	66	(2)
Teacher- and Student-made Resources	68	(3)
Community Resources	71	(12)
Connecting Content Areas with Community Resources	83	(2)
Conclusion	85	(2)
How to Gather and Organize Resources	87	(16)
Selecting Volunteers	87	(3)
Parents	87	(1)
Students	88	(2)
Teachers	90	(1)
Making It Work with Volunteers	90	(4)
Prepare for Volunteers	90	(1)
Recruit Volunteers	91	(3)
Contacting Resources	94	(1)
List Possible Resources	94	(1)
Interview Potential Resources	94	(1)
Organizing the Resources	95	(6)
Establish a Community Resources File	96	(1)
Include Resources in a Vertical File	96	(5)
Conclusion	101	(2)
Searching the Internet for Community Resources	103	(18)
Business and Industry	104	(1)
Government Agencies	105	(3)
Special Government Sites for Educators	105	(1)
Special Government Sites for Children	106	(2)
Other Recommended Sites	108	(1)
Institutions	108	(6)
Aquariums	108	(1)
Libraries	109	(1)
Universities, Colleges, and Schools	110	(1)
Museums	110	(3)
Zoos	113	(1)
Clubs and Organizations	114	(3)
Children's Clubs	114	(1)
Sports Organizations	115	(1)
Hobbies and Collectibles	116	(1)
Virtual Field Trips	117	(1)
Children's Authors and Illustrators	118	(2)
Conclusion	120	(1)
Extending, Evaluating, and Assessing Library Media Programs	121	(16)
Extending the Program	122	(1)
Activities for Students in the School Library Media Center	122	(1)
Activities for Students in the Classroom	123	(1)
Wrapping It Up	123	(2)
Thank-You to Resource People and Places	123	(1)
Thank-You to Volunteers	124	(1)
Updating the Community Resources File	125	(1)
Evaluating the Program	125	(7)
Informal Evaluations	125	(2)
Formal Evaluations	127	(5)
Circulation Data and Usage	132	(1)
Assessing the Program	132	(1)
Examine and Analyze the Data	132	(1)
Record the Results	133	(1)
Creating Reports and Records	133	(2)
Develop a Program Report	133	(2)
Conclusion	135	(2)
Dynamic Model Programs and Ideas That Really Work	137	(50)
Contributors of Model Programs and Ideas	138	(2)
Programs for Everyone	140	(6)
Book Fair Extravaganza	140	(2)
Reading Festival	142	(1)
Family Reading Night	143	(3)
Programs for Students	146	(28)
Curriculum: Reading/Language Arts	146	(13)
Curriculum: Beyond Reading/Language Arts	159	(6)
Personal Interests	165	(2)
Holidays and Special Events	167	(7)
Programs for Teachers	174	(7)
Promoting Reading Among Teachers	174	(2)
Mini-Workshops for Teachers	176	(4)
What's New in the Media Center	180	(1)
Programs for Parents	181	(5)
Reaching Out to Families	181	(5)
More Ways to Advertise the Media Center	186	(1)
Conclusion	186	(1)
Appendix A National Survey of School Library Programming	187	(2)
Appendix B Sue Wiley's Sample Library Program Plan	189	(4)
Appendix C Library Media Activities	193	(4)
Appendix D Resources to Support Special Programs	197	(4)
Appendix E Selected Topical Bibliography	201	(6)
References	207	(2)
Index	209