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Workforce development and library partners.
Blog Post: Library Helps Local Businesses

April 26, 2013 10:40 AM
The Howell Carnegie Library in Michigan used the power of partnerships to expand their workforce development services. Read More

 
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Blog Post: Piggy Bank Tales: Teaching Children how to Manage Money

April 24, 2013 10:58 AM
Piggy Bank Tales uses the trust that participants have in their librarian to start a dialogue between the adult and child concerning money. Read More

 
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Blog Post: Get Involved: Powered By Your Library

April 12, 2013 12:01 PM
The California State Library launched a statewide initiative to expand the visibility and contributions of skilled volunteers in public libraries. Read More

 
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Digital Storytime Means Serious Fun – and Vital Learning – for Arizona Toddlers


Adding e-readers to a traditional library preschool storytime gets parents more engaged and adds a new dimension of interaction for the children. In addition to developing language skills and instilling a love of books, the program helps bridge the digital divide, putting families on the path to digital literacy in a community with limited access to technology. Read More

 
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September 2012: Your Friendly Neighborhood Library: An Inviting Space, a Family Place


The Family Place model is helping several California public libraries rethink their children’s programming. They’re taking services for their youngest readers beyond storytime by providing interactive children’s spaces that foster child and family development. Read More

 
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March 2012: Early Literacy Projects in Alaska and Kansas Prepare the Youngest Readers


Early experiences with books and language lay the foundation for a child’s later reading success and school achievement. Libraries across the country are reaching young learners in innovative ways. This profile explores literacy programs in Alaska and Kansas that are preparing young readers long before they enter the classroom. Read More

 
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2014 Guide to Funding Programs and Opportunities


This four-page overview of IMLS funding programs provides succinct information on the agency's grant and award programs, as well as agency initiatives and priorities. Read More

 
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Catalyst for Change: LSTA Grants to States Program Activities and the Transformation of Library Services to the Public


This report underscores the value of the LSTA Grants to States program in helping libraries embrace technology, establish new service models, and engage the public. It provides a snapshot of the program, for the period from 2003 through 2006. Read More