Summer matters : making all learning count / Elizabeth M. McChesney and the Chicago Public Library, Bryan W. Wunar and the Museum of Science and Industry ; with illustrations by Steve Musgrave.
Publisher:
ALA Editionsan imprint of the American Library Association,
Includes bibliographical references (pages 125-127) and index.
Contents:
Rationale for change -- The role of STEAM -- Partnerships : stronger together -- All learning counts -- Giving it context with books -- Evaluation, assessment and continuous improvement -- Managing change -- Appendix A. Sample group agreement form -- Appendix B. Sample branch staff evaluation for summer learning challenge -- Appendix C. Sample librarian post-training evaluation -- Appendix D. Recommended resources -- Appendix E. Store & vendor list.
Summary:
The summer months present a series of challenges in many communities for child health and well-being, as well as the phenomenon dubbed the "summer slide" in education retention. A "summer reading program" is a start, but libraries must learn to include STEM/STEAM activities, online technologies, and hands-on learning to attract participants. McChesney and Wunar look at innovative thinking, strategic partnerships, and ambitions vision that can help librarians revamp their summer programming.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.