What is STEM to Read A program for libraries to target early literacy skills Embeds STEM concepts in P reK programming Boosts parents and caregivers Emphasizes experiential handson learning ID: 512246
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An early literacy initiativeSlide2
What is STEM to Read?
A program for libraries to target early literacy skillsEmbeds STEM concepts in Pre-K programming
Boosts
parents and caregivers
Emphasizes experiential, hands-on learningIncorporates museum partnershipsSlide3
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 Ideas
Focused, explicit storytimes
Build background knowledge for kids in STEM concepts
Many reading skills are also science skills
Reconnect parents with kids in everyday teachable moments
Emphasize exploring museum resourcesSlide4
STEM to Read – The Nuts and Bolts
Part 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 13Taos – Friday, November 15Trainer will be Saroj Ghoting
It’s FREE!
Just get there (and bring your lunch!)Slide5
STEM to Read – The Nuts and Bolts
Part 2: Pilot Programs5 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 futureSlide6
STEM to Read – The Nuts and Bolts
Part 3: Programming Resources for all public librariesActivity 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 materialsSlide7
Themed Trunks
Trunks 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 CentersParent ResourcesGuides & Storytime Plans
Some ideas might be…Slide8
Want to get started?
Identify what would work best for your community and your resources.An easy step:
Attend a workshop this
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ovember to learn moreModerate: 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 BackpacksStorytimes followed by nature walksDigital StorytimesMuseum Pass rewardsActivity Maps (checklists)
Activity StationsScientist-led StorytimesFlash drives loaded with info + gamesSlide9
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 Times
More Programming IdeasSlide10
Improving the well-being of New Mexico’s Kids
NMSL thanks you for all you do for New Mexico’s Kids!Slide11
For more information, contact NMSL Development Bureau
Ryanne Cooper,
Youth Services & Outreach Consultant
505-476-9742
ryanne.gorland@state.nm.us