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12 Program Ideas for Kids and Resources to Prepare for Financial Literacy Month (April)

April is Financial Literacy Month. Start your preparation now with these program ideas, book suggestions and resources to get kids involved.

Planning a Cents-ational Financial Literacy Storytime

Financial educators recommend teaching basic money concepts as early as three years old. One way to achieve this in your library is by incorporating financial literacy themes into your storytimes.

Time Travel in a Trunk: Engaging Learners with Historical Artifacts

How can librarians and educators bridge the gap between the past and present? The answer lies in Historical Artifact Footlockers — a dynamic, hands-on tool that brings the thrill of historical investigation directly into the library.

Know Your People: How The Gail Borden Public Library District Turns Exhibits into Community Unity

By knowing their people, empowering staff and building strong partnerships, the Gail Borden Public Library turns every exhibit into a shared experience of learning and connection.

One Less Lonely Writer

Host a write-in with your campus writing center for the International Write-In, Nov. 29 to Dec. 8, 2016.

Friend Squad for Ages 11-16

Friend Squad is a monthly inclusive group for youths that teaches them to support their peers.

The Post-Election Library

Libraries are making their communities feel safe and welcome this week after a tumultuous election.

We Love the Library!

Blogger Jenn Carson shares how she got kids excited about the library during Canadian Library Month.

Programs that Empower

Diversity programming is just the beginning of important social justice conversations and action in our communities.