New Directions in Summer Learning @ your Library - … Directions in Summer Learning @ your Library ... •flirt, •eat, •people ... •Multiple points of entry . MOTIVATION: MASTERY
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New Directions in Summer Learning @
your Library
YSS Conference 2015 Lorraine Squires - Head of Teen Services,
Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library
Our starting point:
• READING is AWESOME
• LIBRARIES are EXCELLENT
• KIDS and TEENS who READ are FABULOUS
• KIDS and TEENS who ENGAGE with their LIBRARY are MORE LIKELY TO READ and LEARN over the Summer
MOTIVATION: AUTONOMY
PARTY
• dance,
• chat,
• flirt,
• eat,
• people-watch…
LIBRARY SUMMER PROGRAM
• Choose what & how you read, watch, listen
• Multiple levels of engagement
• Multiple points of entry
MOTIVATION: MASTERY
PARTY
• Show off and shine
• “I made that cheese dip”
• Make new friends
LIBRARY SUMMER PROGRAM
• Specialized Readers Advisory
• Skill Building through programs and self-directed learning
• Make existing behaviors simpler and more rewarding through your program
MOTIVATION: PURPOSE
PARTY
• Why are we celebrating?
• Strengthen friendship and community bonds
• Photo booth and favors
• “Did you hear about Lorraine’s party? It was off the hook.”
LIBRARY SUMMER PROGRAM
• Relevant to their lives
• Souvenirs of experiences
• Recognition of achievement
• Outcomes, not just outputs
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