Launch into Learning: A Guide for K - 12 Educators

Hear about hot new titles through our short book talks. Students are encouraged to borrow materials on the spot. These can be personalized to focus on particular curriculum, themes or genres.

Time Frame: 15-30 minutes

Space Requirements: One table

Students learn how to preview a book and discover new titles. By the end of this fun and fast-paced event, students will identify a book to borrow and explore.

Time Frame: 30-60 minutes

Space Requirements: 5-6 tables and chairs (one for each genre or group of books).

Students have an opportunity to learn how to preview a book and then explore titles that they might not normally be attracted to check out. By the end of this fun and fast paced event students will identify a book they would like to check out for a second date.

Time Frame: 30-60 minutes

Space Requirements: 5-6 tables and chairs (one for each genre or group of books.)

Book Groups offer teens the opportunity to voice their opinions about books and connect with other readers. We can lead discussions and facilitate activities that explore the elements of the story, either at your existing book club, or by developing a new club in partnership with the school or group.

Time Frame: 30-60 minutes

Space Requirements: Open space or table for discussions.

This workshop introduces teens to Jeffcolibrary.org and the databases that can aid them in scholarly re-search. We kick things off with a discussion about Google vs Databases and how to evaluate a resource.

Time Frame: 45 -90 minutes

Space Requirements: Access to the Internet and a projector (ideally, students will have access to computers during the presentation).

We want to share our multiple supports for educators, including training staff on jeffcolibrary.org, demonstrating how to reserve materials, research assistance, a tour of databases, available programs and more!

Time Frame: Flexible

Space Requirements: None, but access to Internet and a projector would be ideal.

Invite us to a school event. We will set up an interactive information space that provides free library cards, book checkouts, programming information and more!

Time Frame: Flexible, based on event

Space Requirements: Table and chair

JCPL's Summer Challenge provides incentives for participation, combating the "summer slide" by motivating students to read and do activities that truly interest them. We can visit schools to register students, lead book discussions and activities, and provide prizes for students who complete the program.

Time Frame: Flexible

Space Requirements: None

Great for all ages, we bring robots to schools for STEM learning and student engagement. These include Cubelets, Ollies, Ozobots, LEGO Mind Storms, Arduino, Makey-Makey kits and more!

Time Frame: Flexible

Space Requirements: Open Space for robots to roam

Programming includes VIVE Virtual Reality, giant board games, Turing Tumbles, stop-motion animation with iPads, coding tutorials, arts and crafts, Story Times, STEM-based activities, LEGO Club and more! Complete the Student Support Request Form to initiate a plan.