Resources
Educational content to help propel your library’s community engagement strategy.
Transform National Family Learning Insights Into Local Library Impact
Watch this webinar to hear from a panel of experts, as they explore the important role your library plays in fostering a strong and engaged community.
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31 Ways to Expand Your Summer Reading Program Beyond Just Reading Books
Transitioning from a summer reading program to summer learning can offer a host of benefits to your library — and your community. By offering patrons new ways to hone important skills and pursue their interests, you’ll expand the reach of your library in your community while combating the summer slide in more than just reading skills. From cooking to experimenting to inventing, this list of activities will inspire you to incorporate new types of literacy activities into your own summer program.
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How Wandoo Reader Helped Joliet Public Library Beat Its 3-Million-Page Goal
Download this case study to learn how Wandoo Reader helped one library simplify reading program management and boost program engagement.
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4 Tips for Planning Your Summer Reading Program
Summer reading programs are not one size fits all, but when planning them, there are a few key things to keep in mind. As you plan for next summer, here are a few tips to help you create your own planning checklist for your library.
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What Brain Plasticity Means for Your Library
Dr. Michael Merzenich is a pioneer in the field of brain plasticity, the study of the brain’s ability to change at any age. Over the last five decades, he’s witnessed the brain’s incredible power to grow over a lifetime, and now he’s using what he’s learned to help people of all ages live happier, healthier lives. Learn how your library can use Dr. Merzenich’s findings to make an impact on community health.
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How to Demonstrate Your Library’s Summer Reading Impact
Download this free guide to learn which summer reading program metrics your library should focus on, and how you can use that data to quantify your impact.
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Summer Reading Program Planning Checklist
Summer reading program planning is a year-round affair. To help you stay on track and make your next program even more successful, we’ve developed this handy planning checklist.
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Why Mobile App ADA Compliance Matters
ADA compliance extends beyond just physical spaces into the digital realm. Is your library prepared to serve patrons with visual impairments and provide adaptations to allow them to access your online resources? Learn why it matters and how you can address these needs with an ADA-compliant mobile app.
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3 Ways to Use Technology to Reach Remote Patrons
There are many reasons why members of your community may not be able to visit the library. But just because they can’t make it to a physical branch doesn’t mean they aren’t interested in the services you provide. Learn three ways technology can make it easier for remote patrons to engage with your library.
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