public libraries as dynamic community resources for advancing stem learning
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Public Libraries as Dynamic Community Resources for Advancing STEM Learning:
From Books to Interactive Exhibits, Activity Kits, and Family Events
David Heil, Founding President * Maddie Zeigler, Board MemberFoundation for Family Science & Engineering (FFSE)
Libraries as Hosts for
Family STEM Events
Family Science and Family Engineering are full of fun, hands-‐on STEM activities and
planning guidance for hosting community
events for children and families.
Available Program Starter Kits have
everything you need to plan and host an event for up to 120 participants.
An Activity & Event Planning
Guide
Library Collaboration for
PreK STEM Learning
SEEDS is a program for libraries, schools, and
family support agencies to advance school
readiness for Pre-‐K and STEM learning for all
kindergarten students.
SEEDS includes STEM books and activities for Raising a Reader bags, activity kits for parents
and/or childcare providers, and event resources.
familyscienceandengineering.org