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Rockstar Reader Workshop

Submitted by amy.upchurch on Mon, 06/13/2016 - 18:54
Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Approved
Is staff available for coverage?: 
Yes
Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?: 
Yes
Manager Comments: 
I approve...looks like you'll have a busy weekend on 9/10-9/11. This may help the younger crowd unwind after their first month of school.
Program Identification
Location: 
Almonte Library
Date: 
Saturday, September 10, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
3001 hour43030 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Overwhelmed by the busy-ness that comes from the beginning of the school year? Join us for an afternoon workshop with all the tools to create a set of fun reading games for your beginning reader, inspired by the Book "Raising a Rock Star Reader" by Amy Mascott and Alison McDonald. Learn how to use everyday items to help make your child's learning adventure meaningful, relaxing, and fun! On your way, be sure to pick out some books to celebrate the joy of reading!
Primary Age Group: 
Adult
Primary Event Type: 
Learning Assistance
Additional Event Types: 
Arts, Crafts, Games / Child Development

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
professional librarian
Program Justification
Is a program the best way to meet the expressed need or present information?: 
Yes
Does the program fit the goals of the MLS?: 
Yes
How & why does this program meet the goals of the MLS?: 
Commitment to Learning as Enjoyment- In a world where children are pushed to pick up academic skills earlier than ever, this will emphasize the value of play based learning that involves caregivers.
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Ensure a Welcoming Experience: Visitors are welcomed into an atmosphere of hospitality, exemplary service, and friendly interaction.
Why will this program be successful?: 
Often after parent teacher conferences, we have parents coming in for resources. I would like to offer this as an alternative to screen based resources as a way for parent s to develop a more interactive way of helping their child develop reading skills.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
attendance feedback, spoken and observed.
Program Engagement

Marketing

Is sufficient time available to have a Info Magazine Listing?: 
Yes
Is sufficient time available to request MaC materials and display them for at least 2 weeks (45 days)?: 
Yes

Community Engagement

How will you promote this event to the community?: 
Share on my personal Social Media sites (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram)
Submit for sharing on Library System's Social Media sites
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
Visit a community organization to promote
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

I will create a list of suggested book titles for skills such as rhyming, letter identification, early word recognition, and visual literacy

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, will order through Business Supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Each family will go home with a developed kit of card games, writing utensils, sensory tools, and magnetic letters.
Final Comments: 
I am excited about sharing the activities in this program- I am hopeful that it will be well attended.
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Program Evaluation
Are you ready to evaluate your program?: 
No
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.