an early literacy initiative
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An early literacy initiative. What is STEM to Read?. A program for libraries to target early literacy skills Embeds STEM concepts in P re-K programming Boosts parents and caregivers Emphasizes experiential, hands-on learning Incorporates museum partnerships. Program Goal. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
An early literacy initiative
What is STEM to Read?• A program for libraries to target early
literacy skills• Embeds STEM concepts in Pre-K
programming• Boosts parents and caregivers • Emphasizes experiential, hands-on learning• Incorporates museum partnerships
Science
Technology
Engineering
Math
Program Goal
…and learning through hands-on play and exploring!
STEM to Read hopes to spread the word on the role of library & museum programming as critical, informal, pre-school education.
Big Ideas1. Focused, explicit storytimes2. Build background knowledge for kids in
STEM concepts3. Many reading skills are also science skills4. Reconnect parents with kids in everyday
teachable moments5. Emphasize exploring museum resources
Lap-sit Storytimes
Parent Preparation
Hands-on Play StR Trunks
Learning from every book
Learning anywhere, anytime
STEM to Read – The Nuts and BoltsPart 1: An Opportunity for Professional Development for all library and museum staff
• Workshops will be in:• Las Cruces – Tuesday, November 12• Albuquerque, Cherry Hills Branch Library – Wednesday, November 13• Taos – Friday, November 15
• Trainer will be Saroj Ghoting• It’s FREE! Just get there (and bring your lunch!)
STEM to Read – The Nuts and BoltsPart 2: Pilot Programs
• 5 pilot sites at public libraries• Partnered with a museum• Will share resources & programming, promoting museum resources to
extend learning• Continued funding will lead to more pilot sites in the future
STEM to Read – The Nuts and BoltsPart 3: Programming Resources for all public libraries
• Activity trunks to create discovery zones for your library or provide resources to incorporate science play into your storytimes
• Trunks will circulate between libraries• NMSL will manage circulation and restocking any consumable
materials
Themed TrunksTrunks materials can be used in conjunction with storytimes or to create play-and-learn discovery zones in your library. Some examples of materials included:
• Activities• Stories & Books that connect
to the activities• Science Centers• Parent Resources• Guides & Storytime Plans
Light & Color Balancing
Sequencing & Sorting
Shapes & Letters
Air & Water Museum Themes
Some ideas might be…
Want to get started?Identify what would work best for your community and your resources.• An easy step: Attend a workshop
this November to learn more• Moderate: Set up a discovery
zone in your library.• Advanced: Develop a series of
storytimes, hold a parent open-house, find a nearby museum to work with.
Ideas from around the country
Science Centers
Circulating Backpacks
Storytimes followed by nature
walksDigital Storytimes
Museum Pass rewards
Activity Maps (checklists)
Activity Stations
Scientist-led Storytimes
Flash drives loaded with
info + games
Read, Play, Grow at Brooklyn Public Library
Minnesota Children’s Museum & Saint Paul Public Library System B.L.O.C.K.S.
–Pierce County Library System in Tacoma, WA & Story Play TimesMore Programming Ideas
Improving the well-being of New Mexico’s
KidsNMSL thanks you for all you do
for New Mexico’s Kids!
For more information, contact NMSL Development BureauRyanne Cooper, Youth Services & Outreach [email protected]