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2024 Lampman

11/29/2023

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Evelyn Sibley Lampman Nominations Needed

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Do you know a person who has made a significant contribution to benefit the children of Oregon in the fields of literature and/or librarianship? 
​Please consider nominating them for the Lampman Award!
 
The Evelyn Sibley Lampman Award is presented annually by the Children's Services Division of the Oregon Library Association. The award is given in memory of Evelyn Sibley Lampman (1907-1980), noted Oregon teacher, journalist, and author of children’s books.
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Nomination eligibility requirements are as follows:
  • The person shall reside principally in Oregon.
  • The award shall be given for personal accomplishments to recognize the individual's contribution and shall not be conferred upon an individual representing the accomplishments of many.
  • Only living persons may be considered for the award.
 
Please include the following in the award submissions:
  • Nominee's name
  • Nominee's title, address, and phone (if known)
  • Description of the nominee's significant and lasting contributions over the years that have benefited the children of Oregon
  • Note: If you decide to do a campaign for nominations of one person, please collect the letters of nomination and send them all together in one email.

In the past, nominations were only accepted from OLA, CSD or Lampman committee members, and so not all nominations received were eligible. In an effort to be more inclusive, CSD members approved an amendment to the bylaws; nominations are now accepted from any Oregon resident.
 
Please email questions and nomination materials to [email protected]
 
Deadline for submission is Thursday, February 1, 2024.
 
For more information on the award, visit here. ​

Author

Amanda Lamb
Children's Services Manager
City of Newberg/Newberg Public Library

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Cupcake Liner Umbrella Craft

11/16/2023

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Our monthly craft recipe series continues! We know many of you have some great crafts that you do with families and we also know that sometimes you might need a little inspiration for new ones! Check out our cupcake liner craft.

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Looking for a fun fall craft that isn't too "holidayish?" Then give our cupcake liner umbrella craft recipe a try. This affordable craft comes just in time.  Maybe you already have some leftover cupcake liners lying around. A nice storytime or passive program with this craft could include a 'changes in the weather' discussion  or even a 'How Rain is Made' science project.  This craft also gives children the opportunity to improve their listening skills and helps them learn more about following directions.  Let us know how you end up utilizing the craft in your library!   
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Emily West
CSD Past-Chair
​North Plains Public Library

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OLA Children’s Services Division 2024 Mock Geisel Award Workshop

11/16/2023

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December 13th, 12-2pm (PT)
Part One - Virtual

January 13th,  10am-3pm (PT)
Part Two - In Person & Virtual
The Theodor Seuss Geisel Award recognizes the author and illustrator of a book for beginning readers who, through their literary and artistic achievements, demonstrate creativity and imagination to engage children in reading.   

Dive into the world of beginning readers through the lens of the Geisel Award. 
Part One will begin with a crash course on the Geisel Award and introduction/explanation of the award’s specific, unique criteria. This will lay the foundation for a panel discussion with past Geisel Award committee members and chairs about the ways in which the criteria have shaped the way they look at Geisel contenders and beginning readers as a whole. Participants will leave with a strong understanding of the award criteria and excitement for applying them to evaluation and discussion. Part One will be virtual. 

Part Two will center around mock discussions about our shortlist of titles (see below), offering participants hands-on experience using the award criteria to evaluate books in moderated discussion with peers. There will also be snacks, door prizes, and time to connect with colleagues. There will be an hour break for participants to find lunch in the downtown Eugene Area. As a grand finale, vote for Oregon’s Mock Geisel Award and Honor Winners for 2024. We encourage participants to attend in person, however, there is also a virtual option. 
Register Here

2024 Mock Geisel Titles

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Fox Has a Problem / Corey R. Tabor 

Worm and Caterpillar are Friends / Kaz Windness 

The Gold Bowl / Valerie Bolling, illus. Kai Robinson

Who Will Win? / Arihhonni David 

Gigi and Ojiji: What is in a Name / Melissa Iwai

Camp-Out / Kelly Starling Lyons, illus. Niña Mata

Nat the Cat Takes a Nap / Jarrett Lerner

Kitty Cam / Margie Palatini, illus. Dan Yaccarino

Bug Catchers / Megan Litwin, illus. Shauna Lynn Panczyszyn

It is Time: The Life of a Caterpillar / Lizzy Rockwell
Downloadable List
Please read as many of these titles as you can before you arrive at the program;
you will benefit from the workshop much more if you do!
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Native American Heritage Month

11/13/2023

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​With November being Native American Heritage Month, I wanted to share about some opportunities and resources. Of course, a quick internet search will surface a variety of resources such as those from Oregon tribal government websites, Library of Congress, National Archives, National Geographic Education, Smithsonian, and a collaborative website representing several agencies. However, I wanted to highlight a few resources related to collection development plus two events that are specific to Oregon – one on the 14th for anyone and one on the 15th for Native American teens.
 
Indigenous Reads Rising (We Need Diverse Books)
We Need Diverse Books has a new project called Indigenous Reads Rising, “a celebration of Indigenous children’s literature of Native Nations, centering those within the United States and Canada . . . We created Indigenous Reads Rising to fill a need—to provide a resource where teachers, librarians, and readers can embrace the diversity of Indigenous children’s and teen literature. This site includes articles about best practices, book lists arranged by age category and topic, and additional resources for educators, librarians, booksellers, families, and writers alike.”
 
Additional Collection Development Resources Related to Books About or By Native Americans
Some of you may be familiar with these resources for developing a collection of children’s and young adult books about or by Native Americans, but if not, here you go. 🙂
  • Through the American Indians in Children’s Literature blog, Dr. Debbie Reese of Nambé Pueblo and Dr. Jean Mendoza “provide critical analysis of Indigenous peoples in children's and young adult books.”
  • Since 2006, the American Indian Library Association has presented the American Indian Youth Literature Award in even-numbered years. “Books selected to receive the award present Indigenous North American peoples in the fullness of their humanity.” Scroll to the bottom of the awards page to find winning titles by year.
  • Heartdrum is a fairly “new imprint by Native American authors for kids 8+ . . . these children’s books emphasize the present and future of Indian Country and the strength of young Indigenous heroes.”
 
Office of Indian Education (OIE) Website and Newsletter (Oregon Department of Education)
The Office of Indian Education at the Oregon Department of Education has several webpages of resources and education requirements, such as Tribal History/Shared History, Tribal Curriculum, and Indian Education Resources. Additionally, they publish a monthly newsletter, and anyone can subscribe. The November 2023 issue is robust; I encourage you to browse it.
 
Celebrating Tribal Sovereignty and Identity – A Fishbowl (11/14)
Staff at the Office of Indian Education occasionally have online office hours, and November’s session will be on the 14th from 4:00 to 5:15 pm => Celebrating Tribal Sovereignty and Identity – A Fishbowl. This description is from the OIE November newsletter: “We invite our vibrant AI/AN [American Indian/Alaska Native] community to come and engage in a fishbowl for Native American Heritage Month. Allies will listen in on the stories told by the AI/AN community on what celebrating Tribal Sovereignty and Identity means to them. At the end of the storytelling time, allies will be encouraged to share out their learnings and key takeaways from listening to their AI/AN peers.” Here’s the registration page. Please consider sharing about this in your school, district, or library.
 
Native Youth Talking Circle (11/15)
Two OIE staff will facilitate an online discussion on the 15th from 6:00 to 7:30 pm => Circle of Seasons: Listening to Native Youth. It is open to Native American students in grades 8-12. Here’s the registration page, which has a bit more information. Questions can be directed to [email protected]. Please consider sharing about this.

Author

Jen Maurer, MLS (she/her)
School Library Consultant, State Library of Oregon

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2024 ALSC Nominations

11/12/2023

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​The ALSC Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee is currently accepting online nominations for the 2024 Distinguished Service Award!
 
This award honors an individual member of the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) who has made significant contributions to, and an impact on, library service to children and/or ALSC.
For more information and to read about past winners, visit the ALSC Distinguished Service Award page: https://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/profawards/distinguishedservice
 
The link to the application can be found here: https://airtable.com/shrxGNxaGCn0qQPuw - Nominations and supporting materials are due December 23rd, 2023! (Please note that including the nominee’s ALA member number is encouraged but not required.)
 
If you have questions about the ALSC Distinguished Service Award process, or you’re an ALA member who knows a great ALSC member but you aren’t an ALSC member yourself, please contact the co-chairs of the Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee Elizabeth Burns ([email protected]) and Mary Schreiber
([email protected]) for assistance.

Author

Tara Morissette
CSD Past Chair
​Tigard Public Library

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