Description

This "crash course" will give youth services library staff an overview of the foundational early literacy concepts behind the Supercharged Storytimes approach, as developed by Saroj Ghoting. Through exploring research findings, viewing storytime examples, and participating in activities, participants will learn about the early literacy skills children need and how to intentionally integrate them into their own storytime practice. Library staff who would like a deeper dive into these concepts can then go on to take the multi-week asynchronous Supercharged Storytime course through WebJunction: https://learn.webjunction.org/enrol/index.php?id=394 

Learning Outcomes

As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Describe the key elements of a supercharged storytime and integrate them into their own storytimes. 
• Be intentional in supporting early literacy behaviors in relation to books and storytime activities through the use of the Early Literacy Planning Tool. 
• Increase interactivity with children during story times, observing children’s behaviors, and engage parents/caregivers to reinforce these behaviors at home and in other environments. 

How will I be participating?

During this in-person workshop, expect frequent, active participation for maximum impact! Collaborate with peers through the use of breakout groups and hands-on activities.

Location

This workshop will be held IN PERSON at the MLS office in Northampton, located at 241-243 King Street, Suite 250 Northampton, MA 01060. Parking is free and plentiful.

Directions

Accessibility

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) strives to create inclusive and accessible events. To request a reasonable accommodation to attend this event, please contact Sarah Donnelly (Event & Project Manager) at sdonnelly@masslibsystem.org or 508-357-2121 ext. 301. All reasonable accommodation requests should be made no fewer than two (2) weeks before the event, although we will attempt to fulfill reasonable requests made after that time.