Children
Early learning creates a foundation for lifelong learning; no other time in human development presents such a rich opportunity to build that foundation. Libraries offer a chance to create a supportive environment and fun programs that support early learning and literacy. Explore topics related to services to children including programming, early literacy, summer reading, and collection development.
Self-paced courses and webinar recordings on this topic are freely available in the WebJunction Course Catalog.
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Sow Connection with Seed Libraries
Publish Date: News / 21 March 2023
Seed libraries offer a great way for new and experienced gardeners alike to expand their access to a wider variety of seeds, and traditional libraries are getting in on this growing trend. Seed libraries are community-based collections of seeds that ...
Transforming School Library Practice
Publish Date: News / 2 March 2023
Looking for multimedia resources and tools to spark new ideas and transform your school library? Interested in learning from your peers how to effectively and powerfully communicate the vital work you do to prepare your students for educational and e...
Virtual Teaching and Learning - Transforming School Library Practice
Publish Date: News / 1 March 2023
Explore effective tools and practices for teaching and learning in online spaces.
The Student-Centered Library - Transforming School Library Practice
Publish Date: News / 1 March 2023
Implement effective approaches and models to create student-centered learning experiences in school libraries.
School Library Makerspaces - Transforming School Library Practice
Publish Date: News / 1 March 2023
Leverage creative and compassionate approaches and materials for a successful school library makerspaces.
Inquiry-Based Learning - Transforming School Library Practice
Publish Date: News / 1 March 2023
Looking for multimedia resources and tools to spark new ideas and transform your school library? Interested in learning from your peers how to effectively and powerfully communicate the vital work you do to prepare your students for educational and e...
Advocating for the School Library - Transforming School Library Practice
Publish Date: News / 1 March 2023
Craft a compelling impact story using data, testimonials, and strategies.
Join Us at ConnectedLibFEST 2023
Publish Date: News / 7 February 2023
Have you heard about connected learning, but wondered what it is and how it relates to libraries? Have you thought about how you might bring connected learning to small and rural libraries or your local community?
WebJunction to Support Three New IMLS Grants
Publish Date: News / 6 September 2022
OCLC's WebJunction program will support efforts in three new Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) grant projects. WebJunction will serve as advisory, dissemination, or design partners on one IMLS National Leadership Grant and two Laura Bus...
SEAL: Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries
Publish Date: News / 16 August 2022
Library staff – let’s get ready! Two Solar Eclipses Coming to North America! An Annular Eclipse in 2023 and a Total Eclipse in 2024. STAR Net will support your eclipse efforts by providing eclipse glasses AND training. The STAR Net team, through a ge...