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TEXAS LIBRARY ASSOCIATIONSTRATEGIC INITIATIVE CE SERIES

INNOVATIONS IN SCHOOL LIBRARIAN AND PARENT RELATIONS

A RESOURCE GUIDE

WEBINAR HANDOUTSEPTEMBER 28, 2010

The documents, resources, and template materials included in this handout are intended for the use of TLA and Texas PTA members. Please feel free to adapt these resources to meet your needs.

Webinar Presenters: Naomi Bates, Susan Geye, Jennifer LaBoon, Gloria Meraz, Leah Filzow-Perez, and Chris Salerno, With assistance from Cindy Buchanan.

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INFORMATION FOR PARENTS CAN BE FOUND AT: WWW.TXLA.ORG/PARENTS-KIDS-SCHOOL-LIBRARIES

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Section I: Working with Parents: Materials for Parents …………………………………………….3Checklist Sheet: Document 1.1……………………………………………………………………………………. 4Introduction Letter to Parent (English): Document 1.2 ……………………………………………….. 5Introduction Letter to Parent (Spanish): Document 1.3 ………………………………………………. 6“21st Century Skills @ Your School Library” (English): Document 1.4 …………………………… 7“21st Century Skills @ Your School Library” (Spanish): Document 1.5 …………………………. 8“Homework Help – K-12 Database Program” (English): Document 1.6 ……………………….9“Homework Help – K-12 Database Program” (Spanish): Document 1.7 ………………….. 10Letter to Parent about Reading Lists (English): Document 1.8 …………………………………… 11Letter to Parent about Reading Lists (Spanish): Document 1.9 …………………………………..12Texas Bluebonnet Award Program Intro (English) Document 1.10 …………………………… 13Texas Bluebonnet Award Program Intro (Spanish): Document 1.11 .…………………………. 14“Reading with Your Children” (English): Document 1.12 …………………………………………….15“Reading with Your Children” (Spanish): Document 1.13 ………………………………………….. 16“Why Care about School Libraries?” (English): Document 1.14 ………………………………… 17“Why Care about School Libraries?” (Spanish Document 1.15): ………………………………… 18

Section 2: Working with PTAs …………………………………………………………………………………19PTA Resolution on School Libraries: Document 2.1 ……………………………………………….20-21Introduction Letter to Local PTA President: Document 2.2 ……………………………………….. 22Calendar of Library Activities: Document 2.3 ……………………………………………………………..23Sample Program 1: Healthy Lifestyles Overview and Checklist: Document 2.4 …….. 24-25Sample Program 1: Healthy Lifestyles Resource List: Document 2.5 ……………………..26-28Sample Program 1: Healthy Lifestyles Article for Parents (English) Document 2.6 ...29-32Sample Program 1: Healthy Lifestyles Article for Parents (Spanish)Document 2.7….33-36Sample Program 2: Technology Fair Overview: Document 2.8 ………………………………….. 37Volunteer Suggestions: Document 2.9 ……………………………………………………………………. 38

Section 3: School Library Presentations“Short Introduction to Our School Library” –slides and script ……………………………….39-41“It’s not just books and stories! A look at school library standards”

A graphic on format and a complete outline of slide content …………………… 42-49

Credits ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 50

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SCHOOL LIBRARIAN RESOURCES

MATERIALS FOR PARENTS

These resources are crafted to help school librarians interact with parents and help inform them of the school library’s resources and contribution to their student’s education.

List of Resources

Document 1.1: Checklist SheetDocument 1.2: Introduction Letter to Parent (English)Document 1.3: Introduction Letter to Parent (Spanish)Document 1.4: “21st Century Skills @ Your School Library” by Jennifer LaBoon. This

article was featured in the PTA’s newsletter, The Voice (English)Document 1.5: “21st Century Skills @ Your School Library” by Jennifer LaBoon. This

article was featured in the PTA’s newsletter, The Voice (Spanish)Document 1.6: “Homework Help – K-12 Database Program” by Jennifer LaBoon. This

article was featured in the PTA’s newsletter, The Voice (English)Document 1.7: “Homework Help – K-12 Database Program” by Jennifer LaBoon. This

article was featured in the PTA’s newsletter, The Voice (Spanish)Document 1.8: Letter to Parent about Reading Lists (English)Document 1.9: Letter to Parent about Reading Lists (Spanish)Document 1.10: Texas Bluebonnet Award Program Intro (English)Document 1.11: Texas Bluebonnet Award Program Intro (Spanish)Document 1.12: “How School Librarians Can Assist You: Reading with Your Children”

(English)Document 1.13: “How School Librarians Can Assist You: Reading with Your Children”

(Spanish)Document 1.14: “Why Care about School Libraries?” (English)Document 1.15: “Why Care about School Libraries?” (Spanish)

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DOCUMENT 1: CHECKLIST

Before you use these resources, please go through this checklist.

_______ Read all the materials so that you are knowledgeable about what each document covers.

_______ Talk with your principal about this packet of resources. Make sure you clear sending information home with students about the school library. In many campuses, you will likely have to seek permission.

_______ Decide on when is the best time to send materials home to parents. Your consultation with your school principal may help give you some guidelines.

_______ Find out how many students are in your school. Determine if you will send information home with all grades or targeted groups of students. Depending on how you will distribute information, you will need to determine how many copies to make. You might also consider which documents to save for events when parents will be at the school.

_______ You may also want to check on the meeting schedule for the local PTA group. You may want to send information for those gatherings.

_______ VERY IMPORTANT – Note that the letters in Spanish refer to librarians in the feminine. If you are a male librarian, please be sure to substitute “la bibliotecaria” to “el bibliotecario” (the masculine form). In each of the letters where the feminine form has been used, the word or words to be changed have been noted in red.

_______ Be sure to personalize each message with the individual name of the school, your name, and any campus logos or contact information that you have.

_______ You are welcome to change the text, add color, and format the documents. Make them your own!

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DOCUMENT 2: INTRODUCTION LETTER PARENT (ENGLISH)

Date

Name of SchoolAddress of SchoolCity, TX, Zip

Dear Parent,

I am so thrilled to be the school librarian at [name of school], where I can work with your child and all the kids at our campus. I am committed to helping your child learn and succeed. My role is to support students in their efforts to complete assignments, research projects, learn to use technology effectively, and find the best resources possible for their needs.

Our library offers access to many books, ebooks (those are books viewable on computers), Internet databases (electronic “libraries” of journal articles, magazines, maps, and other research materials), computers, and other resources.

As a parent, you too have access to our databases which are available online through the school library’s website.

Go to: [fill in URL]Login: [fill in this info for the district]

Our school library is a learning center for our students and provides vital instruction and support to help prepare them for the future. I welcome the opportunity to visit with you. Please stop by the library or email me if you have any questions.

We are partners is your child’s education, and I look forward to the coming months.

Best Wishes,

[signature]

School Librarian



DOCUMENT 3: INTRODUCTION LETTER PARENT (SPANISH)

Date

Estimado Padre,

Es un gran placer ser la bibliotecaria en la escuela [fill in name of school], donde puedo trabajar con su hijo/a y con todos los estudiantes de la escuela. Estoy aquí para ayudar a su hijo/a a aprender y que sea exitoso. Mi trabajo es apoyar a los estudiantes en sus esfuerzos en completar sus trabajos, proyectos de investigación, usar la tecnología eficazmente, y encontrar los recursos mejores para sus necesidades.

Nuestra biblioteca tiene acceso a muchos libros, libros electrónicos (que se pueden ver en la computadora), recursos en el Internet (artículos electrónicos, revistas, mapas, y otros materiales de investigación), computadoras, y otros recursos.

Como padre, usted también tiene acceso a los recursos que están disponibles en la computadora en la página electrónica de la biblioteca.

Vaya a: [fill in URL]Código: [fill in Login information for the district]

Nuestra biblioteca es un centro de aprendizaje para nuestros estudiantes y provee instrucción vital y apoyo para ayudar a prepararlos para el futuro. Espero tener la oportunidad de conocerlo personalmente. Favor de pasar por la biblioteca o mandar un correo electrónico si tiene alguna pregunta.

Somos compañeros en la educación de su hijo/a, y espero con anticipo los próximos meses.

Sinceramente,

Bibliotecaria de la Escuela[Name of School]



DOCUMENT 4: “21 CENTURY SKILLS” ARTICLE (ENGLISH)

21st Century Skills @ Your School LibraryBy Jennifer LaBoon

Dr. Seuss and Jane Austen are still there, but did you know that in today’s school libraries children also have access to Internet resources and electronic content? School librarians are trained not only to champion literacy but also to teach students to navigate the information superhighway safely and with finesse - to teach information literacy skills across the curriculum.

Being literate in the 21st Century is not just about reading and writing and the ability to do math. Library programs in our schools focus on your children, who are digital natives and will be the leaders of tomorrow. Librarians help students learn to collaborate with others on campus, and also globally. We must teach students how to transfer their knowledge of gaming techniques, and social media like Facebook to real life classroom learning experiences.

Preparing students for a future that is difficult to predict is a challenging endeavor, but according to the American Association of School Librarians Standards, 21st century school librarians should prepare students to:

Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge. Draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations,

and create new knowledge. Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our

democratic society. Pursue personal and aesthetic growth.

These are all skills that will help students be successful, whatever their future holds. Good library programs and certified librarians will continue to challenge students to become better readers, more skillful researchers, critical thinkers, and ethical users of information. Our mission is to teach the skills children need to effectively and efficiently find, evaluate, and use information to meet their educational and personal needs. Our goal is to continue to increase the use of the libraries and be an integral part of student success on every school campus in Texas.

Resource Links: Texas Library Association Reading Lists for Students (to promote voluntary

reading): http://www.txla.org/html/reading. html National Library Standards for 21 Century Learners: http://

www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/ aasl/guidelinesandstandards/ learningstandards/



DOCUMENT 5: “21 CENTURY SKILLS” ARTICLE (SPANISH)

21st Century Skills @ Your School LibraryConocimientos del Siglo 21o @ en su biblioteca escolarpor Jennifer LaBoon

Los libros de “Dr. Seuss” y la autora “Jane Austen” se pueden encontrar allí pero ¿sabían ustedes que su biblioteca escolar también tiene acceso a recursos del Internet y contenido electrónico? Hoy en día las bibliotecarias de escuela tienen entrenamiento no solamente en promover la lectura sino que también saben enseñar a sus estudiantes a navegar el Internet con seguridad y sabiduría – e incluso saben enseñar destrezas de la búsqueda de información a través del currículo.

El tener conocimiento en el siglo 21 no solamente es el saber leer, escribir y conocer la matemática. Programas de biblioteca en nuestras escuelas se enfocan en sus hijos quienes conviven en el mundo digital y quienes serán los líderes de mañana. Las bibliotecarias ayudan a nuestros estudiantes a aprender a colaborar con los demás en sus escuelas y también através del mundo entero. Debemos de enseñar a los estudiantes cómo transferir sus conocimientos y habilidades técnicas de juegos y ambientes digitales tal como el “Facebook” a experiencias del mundo verdadero en cada aula.

La preparación de los estudiantes para un futuro el cual es difícil de predecir es obra desafiante pero, según los estandáres de la asociación Americana de bibliotecarias escolares “American Association of School Librarian Standards,” las bibliotecarias de escuela del siglo 21 deben de preparar a los estudiantes a:

Investigar, pensar críticamente, y obtener conocimientos. Saber como sacar una conclusión, hacer decisiones informativas, aplicar sus conocimientos a

nuevas situaciones, y crear nuevos conocimientos. Compartir conocimiento y participar de manera ética y productiva como miembros de nuestra

sociedad democrática. Perseguir el desarollo personal y estético.

Todas estas destrezas les ayudará a tener éxito en su futuro cualquiera que sea. Programas de biblioteca de calidad y bibliotecarias entrenadas y habilitadas por certificado del estado continuarán a promover a los estudiantes a ser mejores lectores, investigadores con mayor sabiduría, utilizando pensamiento crítico, y a ser usuarios éticos de la información. Nuestra misión es a enseñar las destrezas que los estudiantes necesitan para satisfacer sus necesidades de la información en una manera eficiente e efectiva. Nuestra meta es el continuar el uso de bibliotecas y ser parte íntegro del triunfo de cada estudiante en cada escuela en el estado de Tejas.

Enlaces de recursos: Listas de lectura para cada estudiante del “Texas Library Association” o Asociación de Bibliotecas

de Tejas (para promover la lectura voluntaria): http://www.txla.org/html.reading.html Estandares nacionales de biblioteca para los estudiantes del siglo 21 (National Library Standards

for 21 Century Learners: http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/guidelinesandstandards/learningstandards/


http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/guidelinesandstandards/learningstandards/

http://www.txla.org/html.reading.html


DOCUMENT 6: “HOMEWORK HELP ” ARTICLE (ENGLISH)

Homework Help - K-12 Databases ProgramBy Jennifer LaBoon

It’s 8:30 at night, and you just finished dinner, dishes, soccer practice, and, you believe, all homework, until suddenly, your child says, “Oh, wait! I forgot that my research for my project is due tomorrow.” What do you do? Get on the internet and “google” it? Turn to Wikipedia? How about using the same databases that college students use, but that are designed for easy use for K-12 students? Did you know that the state funding provides access to databases for students, commonly referred to as the K-12 Databases? You can access these from home or at school with a user name and password. These databases are free to your students for use at home and at school and offer up-to-date accurate information--without pop-ups or other commercial messaging.

The login screen for the K-12 Databases Program is located at http://web.esc20.net/access. Your school or school library may also provide this access through its own website. Be sure to check with your school librarian for the user names and passwords, so you’ll be ready for an emergency. Parents can use them too!

From this webpage, you have access to the following resources:

A comprehensive collection of full text periodicals, biographies, primary source documents, essays, almanacs, reference books, pamphlets, newspapers, transcripts, photos, maps and more. These 34 databases provided by EBSCO Publishing are accessible through user-friendly screens designed for different grade levels-Searchasaurus (elementary), Kids Search (elementary and middle school), and Student Research Center (middle and high school).

Four encyclopedias in English and two in Spanish provided by Encyclopaedia Britannica that contain over 124,000 articles plus photos, illustrations, maps, and videos. Also included are interactive learning materials and games, a world atlas, timelines, a dictionary, and a thesaurus. All materials are aligned to state curriculum standards.

The K-12 databases are a terrific resource that parents can use to help their kids with homework. Parents can use them too!



DOCUMENT 7: “HOMEWORK HELP ” ARTICLE (SPANISH)

“Homework Help – K-12 Databases Program” Ayuda con la tarea – Programa de Base de Datos de Kinder al nivel doce 12 By Jennifer LaBoon

Son las 8:30 de la noche, usted acaba de terminar la cena, lavar los platos, práctica del equipo soccer, y, piensa Ud. que tambièn se ha completado toda la tarea hasta que de repente su hijo dice: “O espera, se me olvidó decirte que las investigaciones para mi proyecto escolar tienen que estar completo para entregar mañana.” ¿Qué hace Ud.? ¿Ir al internet y “googlear”? ¿Ir a Wikipedia? ¿Qué tal si mejor usa las mismas bases de datos que usan los estudiantes de universidad que se han hecho mas fáciles para el uso de estudiantes de Kinder hasta nivel 12? ¿Sabía Ud. que fondos del estado de Tejas se usan para proveer acceso a los bases de dato para los estudiantes y a los que se refieren comúnmente como “K-12 Databases” o bases de datos nivel Kinder hasta nivel 12 (grado 12)? Usted tiene acceso a estos sitios desde su hogar o desde la escuela con un “user name” (nombre de usuario) y “password.” Estos bases de datos se ofrecen gratis a sus estudiantes para uso en el hogar y en la escuela y los cuales ofrecen información – sin “pop-ups” avisos o mensajes comerciantes.

La pantalla de “login” para accesar el programa de base de datos “K-12 Databases Program” se ubica en: http://web.esc20.net/access. Su escuela o biblioteca en la escuela también puede proveer acceso a través de su sitio web. Asegúrese de ver a su bibliotecaria de escuela para los nombres de usuario “user name” y “passwords” y así estar listos para cualquier emergencia.

Desde esta página web, Ud. tiene acceso a los siguientes recursos:

Una colección comprensiva de revistas con el texto completo “full text,” biografías, documentos de recurso primario o “primary source,” ensayos, almanaques, libros de referencia, folletos, periódicos, transcripciones, fotos, mapas y más. Estos 34 bases de datos ofrecidos por “EBSCO Publishing” son accesibles a través de pantallas amistosas al usuario o “user-friendly” y fueron diseñadas para varios niveles - “Searchasaurus” (nivel primaria), “Kids Search” (niveles primarias y para grados de 6 a 8), y “Student Research Center” o centro de investigaciones estudiantil (para niveles de 6 a 8 y hasta la escuela secundaria 12).

Cuatro enciclopedias en inglés y dos en español disponible por “Encyclopedia Britannica” que contiene más de 124,000 artículos con fotos, ilustraciones, mapas y videos. También se incluyen materiales interactivos de enseñanza con juegos, un atlás mundial, líneas cronológicas “timelines,” un diccionario y un tesauro “thesaurus”. Todos los materiales están alineados con los estandáres del curículo del estado.

Los bases de datos “K-12” nivel Kinder hasta grado 12 son unos recursos que los padres pueden usar para ayudar a sus hijos a hacer todas sus tareas escolares. ¡También los padres los pueden utilizar!


http://web.esc20.net/access


DOCUMENT 8: LETTER TO PARENT ABOUT READING LISTS (ENGLISH)

Dear Parent,

As a school librarian, part of my job is to help kids find books they will enjoy reading. I know that you and I share the goal of wanting to help kids develop a lifelong appreciation for reading.

Texas school librarians have put together some wonderful reading lists for children and teens. You may find yourself wondering what books your son or daughter would like to read. The following lists have been developed by a statewide community of librarians. Thousands of books are considered every year.

These lists are developed with several considerations in mind. The main point is to offer kids a choice of reading materials that are engaging and well-written. These books are not required reading, and kids can choose to read what they like. While not every child will like every book, we are confident that every child will find some books of interest in them.

Our goal is to help create lifelong readers.

Here are the lists.

2x2: Age 2 through 2nd grade Texas Bluebonnet Award: Third through sixth grade Lone Star: Sixth through eighth grade Tayshas: High school Maverick: Graphic novels

To find the full listing of books for all of these lists, go to: http://www.txla.org/reading-lists

We encourage you to promote reading at home. We hope your family enjoys many wonderful adventures in the pages of these books.

[fill in name]School LibrarianName of School


http://www.txla.org/reading-lists

http://www.txla.org/groups/Maverick

http://www.txla.org/groups/tayshas

http://www.txla.org/groups/lone-star

http://www.txla.org/TBA

http://www.txla.org/groups/2x2


DOCUMENT 9: LETTER TO PARENT ABOUT READING LISTS (SPANISH)

Lista de Lectura para Niños

Estimado Padre,

Parte de mi trabajo como bibliotecaria de la escuela es ayudar a los niños a encontrar libros que a ellos les guste leer. Yo se que compartimos una meta mutua tratando de desarrollar un aprecio a la lectura que dure toda la vida.

Las bibliotecarias de las escuelas de Texas han compuesto varias listas de lectura para niños y adolecentes. Tal vez usted se pregunte que tipo de libros le gustaría leer a su hijo o hija. Las listas siguientes están compuestas por una comunidad estatal de bibliotecarias. Miles de libros fueron considerados.

Éstas listas fueron desarroyadas con varias consideraciones en mente. Lo más importante es darle a los niños varias opciones en materiales de lectura que estén bien escritos y que cautiven el interés de los niños. Estos libros no son lectura requerida y los niños pueden escojer los que más les guste. Aunque sabemos que todos los libros no les gustarán a todos los niños, estamos seguros que todos encontrarán algunos libros de su agrado.

Nuestra meta es ayudar a crear lectores por vida.

Aquí están las listas.

2x2 : 2 años hasta 2˚grado Texas Bluebonnet Award : 3˚ a 6˚ grado Lone Star : 6˚ a 8˚ grado Tayshas : Escuela Secundaria Maverick : Novelas Graficas

Para encontrar la listas completa de libros, vaya a: http://www.txla.org/reading-lists

Los animamos a que continúen promoviendo la lectura en casa. Esperamos que disfruten muchas aventuras en las páginas de estos libros.

[Your Signature]Bibliotecaria de la Escuela [Name of the School]


http://www.txla.org/reading-lists


DOCUMENT 10: TEXAS BLUEBONNET AWARD PROGRAM INTRO (ENGLISH)

In 1979, the Texas Bluebonnet Award (TBA) was established to encourage the children of Texas to read for fun. Each year a committee of Texas librarians chooses 20 books for children to read and enjoy. This list of books is called the Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List. It is made up of different types of books such as fiction, nonfiction, poetry, biography and picture books. From these 20 books, it is our hope that each child in grades three, four, five or six will find five (5) titles that they will be able to read and enjoy.

The most exciting part of the Texas Bluebonnet Award for children and librarians is the voting time in January. Each child who has read at least five of the Bluebonnet Master List books is allowed to vote for their favorite. All of the votes from all over Texas are tabulated and a winner is announced! Last year over 191,000 children voted in the Texas Bluebonnet Award election!

Parents can help children participate in these ways: Talk to the child’s school librarian to find the Texas Bluebonnet Award list of

books each year. Find the TBA books in the school library or in the local public library. Titles on the

list are chosen for children in grades 3, 4, 5, and 6. A librarian can help find those of interest to your child.

Allow the child to choose the books that are of interest. Find Bluebonnet Book clubs at public libraries, bookstores or in school libraries. Listen to Bluebonnet Books on CD in the car as you ride. Read the books together with your child. It also counts if the child listens to

books being read by someone else. Remember, this if for fun! Allow them to try several books in order to find their

favorites. Children may certainly read all 20 books, but they only need to read five (5) to

vote.



DOCUMENT 11: TEXAS BLUEBONNET AWARD PROGRAM INTRO (SPANISH)

Premio Bluebonnet de Texas

En 1979 el Texas Bluebonnet Award (TBA) fue establecido para animar a los niños de Texas a que lean por diversión. Cada año un comité de bibliotecarios de Texas escoge veinte libros para que los niños lean y disfruten. Esta lista de libros se llama la Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List (o Lista Maestra del Texas Bluebonnet Award.) Está conformada por diferentes tipos de libros, como ficción, realidad, poesía, biografías, y libros de dibujos. De estos veinte libros, nosotros esperamos que cada niño de tercero, cuarto, y quinto grados puedan encontrar cinco títulos que ellos sean capaces de leer y disfrutar.

La parte más emocionante del Texas Bluebonnet Award para los niños y los bibliotecarios es el momento de votar en enero. Cada niño(a) que haya leido al menos cinco libros de la Lista Maestra tiene el derecho a votar por su favorito. Todos los votos de Texas son sumados y un ganador es anunciado. El año pasado más de 191.000 niños votaron en la elección del Texas Bluebonnet Award.

Los padres pueden ayudar de las siguientes maneras: Hablar con el(la) bibliotecario(a) de su niño para encontrar la lista de libros

nominados al Texas Bluebonnet Award. Encontrar los libros del TBA en la biblioteca de la escuela o en la biblioteca

pública. Los títulos en la lista han sido escogidos para niños en los grados 3, 4, 5, y 6. Un(a) bibliotecario(a) puede ayudarlo a escoger aquellos que sean de interés para su niño(a).

Permita a su niño(a) escoger los que le interesen a él(ella.). Encuentre clubs de libros Bluebonnet en bibliotecas públicas, tiendas de libros, o

en bibliotecas escolares. Escuche libros Bluebonnet en CDs mientras está en su carro. Lea los libros junto con su niño(a). También cuenta si su niño(a) escucha los

libros cuando son leidos por una tercera persona. Recuerde que la idea es divertirse. Permítale explorar distintos títulos para que

pueda encontrar sus favoritos. Los niños pueden leer los veinte libros de la lista, pero sólo necesitan leer cinco

para poder votar.



DOCUMENT 12: HOW SCHOOL LIBRARIANS CAN ASSIST YOU: READING WITH YOUR CHILDREN (ENGLISH)

How School Librarians Can Assist You: Reading with Your Children

How to Read Aloud to Your Child and Why It's Important

According to the Family Literacy Foundation, the many benefits of reading aloud with children are:

Children's self esteem grows as they experience the security of having a parent or other caring person read aloud with them.

Children experience increased communication with parents and other family members.

Children are introduced to new concepts such as colors, shapes, numbers, and alphabet, in a fun, age appropriate way.

Children build listening skills, vocabulary, memory, and language skills. Children develop imagination and creativity. Children learn information about the world around them. Children develop individual interests in special subjects like dinosaurs, cats, or

cars. Children learn positive behavior patterns and social values. Children learn positive attitudes towards themselves and others. CHILDREN LEARN THE JOY OF READING!

From the American Association of School Librarians.



DOCUMENT 13: HOW SCHOOL LIBRARIANS CAN ASSIST YOU: READING WITH YOUR CHILDREN (SPANISH)

Los bibliotecarios de escuela les ofrecen ayuda: Leer con los niños

Cómo y por qué importa leer en voz alta con los niños

Según la Fundación Alfabetismo Familiar, los múltiples beneficios de leer en voz alta juntos con los niños incluyen estos:

El amor propio de un niño crece a través de experimentar la seguridad de leer junto con un padre u otro persona que le quiere y le cuida.

También el niño alcanza comunicarse mejor con padres y otros familiares. Por medio de leer en voz alta, se presenta el niño a conceptos nuevos como los

colores, las formas, los números y el alfabeto por una manera agradable y adecuada para su edad.

Por leer se mejoran las habilidades de escuchar bien, el vocabulario, la memoria, y el lenguaje.

Así también desarrollan en el niño la imaginación y la creatividad. Por leer juntos niño y padre, el niño llega a conocer el mundo alrededor. Así el niño llega a tener gran interés en sujetos particulares como los

dinosaurios, los gatos, o los automóviles. Por leer con adulto, los niños aprenden patrones positivos de comportamiento y

valores sociales beneficiales. También aprenden perspectivas positivas hacia sí mismo y sus vecinos. Y más que nada, así aprenden los niños el gran placer de leer!

Éste folleto se comparte la American Association of School Librarians.



DOCUMENT 14: “WHY CARE ABOUT SCHOOL LIBRARIES” (ENGLISH)

Why Care About School Libraries?

An abundance of evidence strongly supports the connection between student achievement and the presence of school libraries with qualified school library media specialists. When library media specialists work with teachers to support learning opportunities with books, computer resources, and more, students learn more, get better grades, and score higher on standardized test scores than their peers in schools without good libraries.

SCHOOL LIBRARIES ARE CRITICALFOR STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTAcross the United States, research has shown that students in schools with good school libraries learn more, get better grades, and score higher on standardized test scores than their peers in schools without libraries. From Alaska to North Carolina, more than 60 studies (including one conducted in Texas) have shown clear evidence of this connection between student achievement and the presence of school libraries with qualified school library media specialists.

SCHOOL LIBRARIES HAVE ANIMPORTANT ROLE IN TEACHINGToday’s library media specialists are important instructional partners or consultants in supporting and expanding existing curriculum. These specialists are working with teachers to change what is possible in the classroom and support exciting learning opportunities with books, computer resources, and more.

SCHOOL LIBRARIES ARE LEADING THE WAYFOR TECHNOLOGY USE IN SCHOOLSNo longer are school libraries just for books, they have become “school library media centers” with computer resources that enable children to engage meaningfully with a wide variety of information. These centers with trained staff support the use of electronic information resources not just in the center, but help to integrate these resources in classrooms and throughout the curriculum.

From: School Libraries Work, Updated Edition (2008), Scholastic Research & Results.



DOCUMENT 15: “WHY CARE ABOUT SCHOOL LIBRARIES” (SPANISH)

¿Por qué Importan las Bibliotecas Escolares?

Hay evidencia que apoya fuertemente la conexión entre el éxito estudiantil y la presencia de bibliotecas escolares con bibliotecarias y especialistas en medios informativos escolares capacitadas. Cuando las bibliotecarias trabajan con maestros para apoyar las oportunidades de aprendizaje con libros, recursos electrónicos y más, los estudiantes aprenden más, sacan mejores calificaciones, y obtienen mejores resultados en las pruebas estandarizadas que sus compañeros en las escuelas sin buenas bibliotecas.

LAS BIBLIOTECAS ESCOLARES SON CRITICAS PARA EL EXITO ESTUDIANTILPor todos los Estados Unidos, las investigaciones han comprobado que alumnos de escuelas con buenas bibliotecas escolares aprenden más, sacan mejores calificaciones, y obtienen mejores resultados en las pruebas estandarizadas que sus compañeros en las escuelas sin bibliotecas. Desde Alaska hasta Carolina del Norte, más de 60 estudios (incluyendo uno realizado en Texas) han mostrado evidencia clara de la conexión entre el éxito estudiantil y la presencia de bibliotecas escolares con bibliotecarias y especialistas en medios informativos escolares capacitadas.

LAS BIBLIOTECAS ESCOLARES TIENEN UN PAPEL IMPORTANTE EN LA ENSEÑANZALas bibliotecarias y especialistas en medios informativos escolares de hoy son importantes socios en enseñanza y consultantes para apoyar y expander el programa de estudios existente. Estas especialistas están trabajando con maestros para cambiar lo que es posible lograr en el salón de clases y apoyar oportunidades de aprendizaje estimulantes con libros, recursos electrónicos, y más.

LAS BIBLIOTECAS ESCOLARES ESTAN PAVIMENTANDO EL CAMINO PARA EL USO DE LA TECNOLOGIA EN LAS ESCUELASLas bibliotecas escolares ya no existen solamente para los libros; se han convertido en “centros escolares de medios de comunicación y bibliotecarias” con recursos electrónicos que permiten que los niños se ocupen significativamente con una gran variedad de información. Estos centros con personal entrenada apoyan el uso de recursos informativos electrónicos no sólo en el centro, sino que también ayudan a integrar estos recursos en los salones y a través del programa de estudios.

Tomado de: School Libraries Work, Updated Edition (2008), Scholastic Research & Results.


Webinar: Innovations in School Librarian & Parent RelationsSection 2: Working with PTAs

Get to Know Your PTA and How To Work with Them!

Find out about Texas PTA (www.txpta.org)

Read the Texas PTA Resolution on School Libraries Document 2.1: PTA Resolution

Find out about your local PTA ChapterWho are the officers?When do they meet?What areas of interest do they have?

Send a letter of introductionDocument 2.2: Letter to PTA President

Offer to make a presentation about the school library

Provide general information (handouts) about the school library

Document 1.10: “How School Librarians Can Assist You: Reading with Your Children” (English)

Document 1.11: “How School Librarians Can Assist You: Reading with Your Children” (Spanish)

Document 1.12: “Why Care about School Libraries?” (English)Document 1.13: “Why Care about School Libraries?” (Spanish)

Provide a general calendar of library activities

Document 2.3: Calendar of Library Activities

See if you can partner with your local PTA on a project. Remember, the more parents and educators partner together, the more our kids learn and succeed!

Sample Collaborative Programs

1) Healthy Lifestyles (this a huge area of parent and statewide concern)a. Document 2.4: Sample Program 1 – Overview Sheet and Checklist b. Document 2.5: Sample Program 1— Resource list for librariansc. Document 2.6: Article on Health for Parents (English)d. Document 2.7: Article on Health for Parents (Spanish)

2) Technology Fair for Parents a. Document 2.8: Sample Program 2 – Technology Fair Overview

Provide your local PTA with a list of fun volunteer opportunitiesDocument 2.9: Volunteers Suggestions

TEXAS LIBRARY ASSOCIATIONInnovations in School Librarian and Parent Relations Resource Guide: Section 2 – Working with PTAs, page - 20 -

http://www.txpta.org/


Document 2.1

Texas PTA: Resolution for Strong School Libraries

Whereas, public school accountability requires school districts to raise standards to improve student performance; and

Whereas, 21st Century students and educators must have the resources, information, and skills to use effectively; and

Whereas, The Needs of Public School Libraries, a study completed in 2008 by the Texas Education Agency and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, reports that school libraries support core curriculum areas, enabling students to achieve their potential and fully participate now and in the future in the social, economic, and educational opportunities of our state, nation, and world; and

Whereas, school libraries are a vital instructional component of education in K-12 learning environment, providing specialized programming for at-risk students and conducting programs that are proven to help keep kids in school; and

Whereas, the National PTA has, by resolution, firmly established the need for afterschool programs and urges state and federal lawmakers to increase investment in such programs; and

Whereas, school library programs are among the most established and versatile forms of afterschool programs, and communities would benefit from having specific efforts directed and strengthening school library programs; and

Whereas, Texas research has demonstrated that over 10% more students in schools with professional librarians and quality library programs than those students in schools without professional librarians and quality school library programs met minimum state expectations in standardized testing reading scores; and

Whereas, school librarians are the frontline educational professionals who teach students and faculty how to locate, evaluate, and use information effectively and ethically; and

Whereas, school librarians are certified and must hold a master’s degree, pass a graduate level exam on library media functions and supporting school curricula, and have two years of classroom teaching experience; and

Whereas, the school librarian works with students to safely and efficiently navigate the internet; and

Whereas, a statewide 2008 poll of Texas registered voters indicated that 84% strongly agree (and 99% total agree) that school libraries are an essential part of the



education experience and 94% agree that school librarians are critical to student achievement; and

Whereas, incentives to improve and raise the standards of learning and preparing for higher education, or substantive work knowledge must logically include a certified, highly qualified librarian who serves as the guide and provider of knowledge for the school’s students, teachers, and administrators; and

Whereas, NCLB requires highly qualified teachers in instructional settings and school libraries are prime areas of instruction; and

Whereas, standard textbooks or course-specific instructional materials only provide the beginning for learning, and true cognitive development is best served from supporting research to offering incentives for voluntary reading, providing specialized age-appropriate and authoritative e-journals, and resources such as those available through school libraries; and

Whereas, state funding of school districts has put a financial strain on public schools and has endangered the provision of quality school library programs staffed by highly qualified certified school librarians and thus sacrificing the quality education for students; and

Whereas, Texas had 5,061 librarians serving over 4, 651,516 students in 8,195 schools during the 2007-2008 school year,

Resolved that Texas PTA encourages districts to provide highly qualified certified librarians and quality school library programs at every campus and

Resolved that Texas PTA urges the state of Texas to recognize all districts that provide highly qualified certified librarians and quality school library programs at every campus.



Document 2.2: Letter to PTA President

Date

Name of PTA PresidentMailing AddressCity, TX, Zip

Dear [Mr. or Ms. fill in last name],

I am so thrilled to be the school librarian at [fill in name of school], where I can work with all of the children at our campus. As PTA president, you play a crucial role in the success of our school and our kids. Like you and all our local PTA members, I am committed to helping our children learn and do well in their academic careers.

My role is to support students in their efforts to complete assignments, research projects, learn to use technology effectively, and find the best resources possible for their needs. Our library offers access to many books, ebooks (those are books viewable on computers), Internet databases (electronic “libraries” of journal articles, magazines, maps, and other research materials), computers, and other resources.

I believe that the more parents and educators partner together, the more we can strengthen the learning environment for our kids. Therefore, I extend an open invitation to you to come by and tour our library. I very much welcome the opportunity to learn how I can better support our parent community and to offer ways that parents can help support our school library program.

Our school library is a learning center for our students and provides vital instruction and support to help prepare them for the future. Our library offers so many wonderful activities, and I would love parents to know more about these efforts. I very much look forward to the opportunity of working with you and our local PTA group.

Best Wishes,

[Your Signature]School Librarian[Name of School]



Document 2.3: Calendar of Library Events

Be sure to add your own dates of importance!

Banned Books Week (ALA) Observed the last week of September.

Teen Read Week (YALSA) Celebrated the third full week of October.

International School Library Day (IASL) Celebrated annually on the fourth Monday of October.

Children's Book Week (Children's Book Council) Celebrated annually in November.

TLA’s Legislative DayFebruary 16, 2011

School Library Media Month (AASL) Celebrated annually in April.

National Library Week (ALA) Celebrated annually in April.

TLA Annual ConferenceApril 12-16, 2011

El día de los niños/El día de los libros Celebrated annually on April 30.



Document 2.4: Sample Project 1 – Healthy LifestylesOverview Sheet and Checklist

1. Pick a theme and time for your project.

Look up the national registry of health observances. Is there a date or week that aligns with a state or national observance?

If not, make up a special event:

“A Healthy Start to a New Semester” – pick any week from January 15 – February 15

“Getting Fit for Spring” – pick any week in February or March “Healthy Minds, Health Bodies” – whenever!

You’ll want to consult with health teachers and coaches. They may have great ideas and want to participate.

2. Prepare resources List of websites Highlight K-12 Database Resources List of books on health, fitness, and sport figure biographies Find fun exercises Highlight fun cookbooks for kids and teens

3. Send information to parents General article Resource list Work with PTA to have a training for parents (PTA has special training available

for parents)

4. Sample list of activities for students Track nutrition intake and physical activities for a week. Work with your health

teacher on this one. Read a book on health and fitness Have kids come up with a unique recipe using local foods Have kids come up with a diary “A day in the life of a healthy kid.”

5. Family activities Watch health video together



Track family nutrition and activity time

6. Working with PTA to Make Your Program a Success Have PTAers conduct a session for parents Have PTAers help judge contest on student recipes or “Day in the life” entries Ask PTA to contribute gift certificates to winners – perhaps $25 certificates to a

sporting goods store or a book store Have PTAers promote the event on Twitter and Facebook Ask PTAers to help you bring health and nutrition presenters to the library Ask PTAers to share their stories about health and fitness Ask PTAers to write up a story about the health initiative for the school’s paper

or your local community paper.

7. Hold your event and have fun! Collect comments Take photos Save examples Archive Tweets and postings Have PTAers put together a digital album of materials Publicize your work



Document 2.5: Resource List for LibrariansHealth Websites and Resources for Kids, Teens, & Parents

This partial listing is from Finding Health and Wellness @the Library: A Consumer Heath Toolkit for Library Staff. A project of the California State Library and the National Network of Libraries of Medicine. August 2010. See pages 31-32. www.library.ca.gov/lds/docs/HealthToolkit.pdf

CDC List of Web Sites for Kids and Teens The Family Health section of the CDC web site provides a great list of health-related sites intended especially for this age group.

http://www.cdc.gov/family/kidsites/index.htm

KidsHealth.orgThe premier, comprehensive, online resource for kids’ health information, KidsHealth is divided into three main sections: Parents, Kids, and Teens. Each section has significant content available in Spanish, accessible by clicking the En Espanol button (bottom of left sidebar). The site also includes a teachers’ section with lesson plans and materials for different ages and grades.

http://kidshealth.org/ http://kidshealth.org/kid/en_espanol/esp_land_pg/ [Spanish]

BAM! Body and Mind from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The CDC produces this colorful, interactive site for kids 9-13 years old.

http://www.bam.gov/

The Yuckiest Site on the Internet: Your Gross & Cool Body From Discovery Health for Kids, Your Gross & Cool Body is an interactive, fun and informative site.

http://yucky.discovery.com/flash/body/

Girlshealth.gov – Be Healthy. Be Happy. Be You. Beautiful.If you are a girl ages 10-16, here is a site just for you. Learn how to be healthy and stay healthy as you grow up, and get reliable information on health issues you may face. You can also get tips on handling relationships with family and friends, at school and at home. Included are message boards, quizzes, interactive games, and other fun stuff to help you deal with emotions, bullying, safety, and much more.

http://www.girlshealth.gov/

MyPyramid for Kids MyPyramid is an interactive site to help users learn about nutrition, healthy eating habits, and the role of physical activity in maintaining a healthy weight. The site includes sections for kids (age 6-11) and for preschoolers (age 2-5).

http://www.mypyramid.gov/Kids/


http://www.mypyramid.gov/Kids/

http://www.girlshealth.gov/

http://yucky.discovery.com/flash/body/

http://www.bam.gov/

http://kidshealth.org/kid/en_espanol/esp_land_pg/

http://kidshealth.org/

http://www.cdc.gov/family/kidsites/index.htm

http://www.library.ca.gov/lds/docs/HealthToolkit.pdf


http://www.mypyramid.gov/Preschoolers/index.html

When Do Children and Teens Need Vaccinations?A chart with schedules for all vaccinations, ages 6 months to 18 years of age, from the Immunization Action Coalition, in cooperation with the CDC.

http://www.immunize.org/catg.d/p4050.pdf http://www.immunize.org/catg.d/p4050-01.pdf [Spanish]

Bright Futures Family Materials Bright Futures is a child health initiative from Georgetown University. Many of the materials here are easy-to-read and available in Spanish. The site includes activities sheets for kids, nutrition information for children as they grow, and family tip sheets.http://www.brightfutures.org/familymaterials.html http://www.brightfutures.org/spanish/ [Spanish]

Speak up: Prevent Errors in Your Child’s Care You can make a difference in your child’s care by asking the right questions and being actively involved when you visit the doctor’s office or hospital. These tips from Healthy Roads Media can help you prepare for a successful outcome.

http://www.healthyroadsmedia.org/english/Files/pdf/EngSpUpPedsBas.pdf

Body Mass Index (BMI) Charts for Children and Teens (Health Check Tool)Learn if your child has a healthy growth and development pattern by using this BMI Calculator from KidsHealth. Calculate your child’s body mass index (BMI) to compare their weight with height and age, and get more information on what these figures mean.

http://kidshealth.org/parent/food/weight/bmi_charts.html#a_Calculating_BMI

Children’s Growth CalculatorHere is an easy to use calculator from the Magic Foundation to assess your child’s growth. The step-by-step guide will help you get accurate measurements.

http://www.magicfoundation.org/Growth_chart/main_growthchart.html

Healthy ChildrenThis comprehensive site (from the American Academy of Pediatrics) for parenting kids from prenatal until adulthood covers diseases, staying healthy, mental and social concerns, school problems, and safety. Parents of prospective and new teen drivers will appreciate the site’s “Teen Driving Agreement.”

http://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx

CYFERnet.orgContains a marvelous wealth of links to excellent resources for families concerning marital relationships and the health, education, and psychosocial development of children (ages 0-18). Browsing may be more effective than searching; begin by clicking on the appropriate age category.


http://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.magicfoundation.org/Growth_chart/main_growthchart.html

http://kidshealth.org/parent/food/weight/bmi_charts.html#a_Calculating_BMI

http://www.healthyroadsmedia.org/english/Files/pdf/EngSpUpPedsBas.pdf

http://www.brightfutures.org/spanish/

http://www.brightfutures.org/familymaterials.html

http://www.immunize.org/catg.d/p4050-01.pdf

http://www.immunize.org/catg.d/p4050.pdf

http://www.mypyramid.gov/Preschoolers/index.html


http://www.cyfernet.org/home.php

Child & Family WebGuideThis directory of web resources on children (ages 0-18) and parenting from Tufts University may be browsed by age of child or via the categories of Parenting, Education, Child Development, Health, Medical Sites, and Others.

http://www.cfw.tufts.edu/

Resource Guides, Maternal and Child Health LibraryLibrarians from Georgetown University have compiled an extensive list of resources on maternal and child health. Areas worth exploring include the Knowledge Paths (including the link below for Spanish-Language Health Resources); Resource Guides for Special Populations and Topics, Directories, and Bibliographies.

http://www.mchlibrary.info/products.html http://www.mchlibrary.info/KnowledgePaths/kp_spanish.html [Spanish]


http://www.mchlibrary.info/KnowledgePaths/kp_spanish.html

http://www.mchlibrary.info/products.html

http://www.cfw.tufts.edu/

http://www.cyfernet.org/home.php


Document 2.6: Article on Kids and Exercise (English)This article is used following the guidelines of www.kidshealth.org.

Kids and Exercise

When most adults think about exercise, they imagine working out in the gym on a treadmill or lifting weights.

But for kids, exercise means playing and being physically active. Kids exercise when they have gym class at school, soccer practice, or dance class. They're also exercising when they're at recess, riding bikes, or playing tag.

The Many Benefits of Exercise

Everyone can benefit from regular exercise. Kids who are active will: have stronger muscles and bones have a leaner body because exercise helps control body fat be less likely to become overweight decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes possibly lower blood pressure and blood cholesterol levels have a better outlook on life

Besides enjoying the health benefits of regular exercise, kids who are physically fit sleep better and are better able to handle physical and emotional challenges — from running to catch a bus to studying for a test.

The Three Elements of FitnessIf you've ever watched kids on a playground, you've seen the three elements of fitness in action when they:

1. run away from the kid who's "it" (endurance)2. cross the monkey bars (strength)3. bend down to tie their shoes (flexibility)

Parents should encourage their kids to do a variety of activities so that they can work on all three elements.

Endurance is developed when kids regularly engage in aerobic activity. During aerobic exercise, the heart beats faster and a person breathes harder. When done regularly and


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for continuous periods of time, aerobic activity strengthens the heart and improves the body's ability to deliver oxygen to all its cells.Aerobic exercise can be fun for both adults and kids. Examples of aerobic activities include:

basketball bicycling ice-skating inline skating soccer swimming tennis walking jogging running

Improving strength doesn't have to mean lifting weights. Although some kids benefit from weightlifting, it should be done under the supervision of an experienced adult who works with them.

But most kids don't need a formal weight-training program to be strong. Push-ups, stomach crunches, pull-ups, and other exercises help tone and strengthen muscles. Kids also incorporate strength activities in their play when they climb, do a handstand, or wrestle.

Stretching exercises help improve flexibility, allowing muscles and joints to bend and move easily through their full range of motion. Kids look for opportunities every day to stretch when they try to get a toy just out of reach, practice a split, or do a cartwheel.

The Sedentary ProblemThe percentage of overweight and obese kids and teens has more than doubled are becoming more sedentary. In other words, they're sitting around a lot more than they used to.

According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, the average child is watching about 3 hours of television a day. And the average kid spends 5½ hours on all screen media combined (TV, videos and DVDs, computer time outside of schoolwork, and video games).

One of the best ways to get kids to be more active is to limit the amount of time spent in sedentary activities, especially watching TV or playing video games. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children under the age of 2 years watch



no TV at all and that screen time should be limited to no more than 1-2 hours of quality programming a day for kids 2 years and older.

How Much Exercise Is Enough?Parents need to ensure that their kids get enough exercise. So, how much is enough? All kids 2 years and older should get at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise on most, preferably all, days of the week.

The National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) offers expanded activity guidelines for infants, toddlers and preschoolers:

Age Minimum Daily Activity Comments

Infant No specific requirements Physical activity should encourage motor development

Toddler 1½ hours 30 minutes planned physical activity AND 60 minutes unstructured physical activity (free play)

Preschooler 2 hours 60 minutes planned physical activity AND 60 minutes unstructured physical activity (free play)

School Age 1 or more hours Break up into bouts of 15 minutes or more

Infants and young children should not be inactive for prolonged periods of time — no more than 1 hour unless they're sleeping. And school-age children should not be inactive for periods longer than 2 hours.

Raising a Fit KidHere are some tips for raising fit kids:

Help your child participate in a variety of activities that are age-appropriate. Establish a regular schedule for physical activity. Incorporate activity into daily routines, such as taking the stairs instead of the

elevator.



Embrace a healthier lifestyle yourself, so you'll be a positive role model for your family.

Keep it fun, so you can count on your child to come back for more.

Reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MDDate reviewed: February 2009

Note: All information on KidsHealth® is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

© 1995- 2010 The Nemours Foundation. All rights reserved.

This information was provided by KidsHealth®, one of the largest resources online for medically reviewed health information written for parents, kids, and teens. For more articles like this, visit KidsHealth.org or TeensHealth.org. © 1995- 2010 . The Nemours Foundation/KidsHealth®. All rights reserved.

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Document 2.7: Article on Kids and Exercise (Spanish)This article is used following the guidelines of www.kidshealth.org.

Los niños y el ejercicio

Cuando la mayoría de los adultos piensa en hacer ejercicio, se imaginan corriendo en la cinta en un gimnasio o levantando pesas en la sala de musculación.

Pero para los niños hacer ejercicio significa jugar y estar físicamente activo. Los niños hacen ejercicio en las clases de gimnasia, en los entrenamientos de fútbol o en las clases de baile que se imparten en algunos centros de enseñanza. Y también hacen ejercicio a la hora del recreo, jugando al escondite o montando en bicicleta.

Los muchos beneficios del ejercicioTodo el mundo puede beneficiarse de hacer ejercicio regularmente. Los niños que llevan una vida activa:

tendrán los huesos y los músculos más fuertes tendrán menos grasa corporal porque el ejercicio ayuda a controlar la grasa

corporal tendrán menos probabilidades de desarrollar sobrepeso tendrán menos probabilidades de desarrollar diabetes tipo 2 posiblemente tendrán la tensión arterial y el colesterol más bajos tendrán una actitud más positiva ante la vida.

Aparte de los beneficios de hacer ejercicio regularmente relacionados con la salud, los niños que están en forma duermen mejor y son más capaces de afrontar los desafíos físicos y emocionales que les plantea el día a día —se trate de correr para que no se les escape el autobús, agacharse para atarse un zapato o estudiar para un examen.

Los tres componentes del buen estado físicoSi ha observado alguna vez a un grupo de niños jugando en un parque, habrá visto los tres componentes del buen estado físico en acción cuando algún niño:

1. se escapaba de su perseguidor en el juego del escondite (resistencia)2. se desplazaba por las barras metálicas colgándose de los brazos (fuerza)3. se agachaba, flexionando rodillas y cintura, para atarse un zapato (flexibilidad)

Los padres deberían animar a sus hijos a practicar una variedad de actividades para que trabajen estos tres componentes.

La resistencia se desarrolla participando regularmente en actividades aeróbicas. Durante el ejercicio aeróbico, el corazón bombea más deprisa y se respira más intensamente.




Cuando se practica regularmente y durante períodos continuos de tiempo, la actividad aeróbica fortalece el corazón y mejora la capacidad del organismo para llevar oxígeno a todas sus células.El ejercicio aeróbico puede ser muy divertido tanto para los adultos como para los niños. He aquí algunos ejemplos de actividades aeróbicas:

baloncestociclismopatinaje sobre ruedaspatinaje en líneafútbolnataciónteniscaminarhacer footingcorrer

Para desarrollar la fuerza no siempre es imprescindible levantar pesas. Aunque algunos niños pueden beneficiarse de hacer pesas, deberían hacerlo siempre bajo la supervisión de un adulto con experiencia que los fuera guiando. Pero la mayoría de niños no necesitan un programa de levantamiento de pesas formal para estar fuertes. Las flexiones, los abdominales, las dominadas y otros ejercicios ayudan a tonificar y fortalecer los músculos. Los niños también incorporan actividades de fuerza en sus juegos cuando trepan por estructuras diversas, hacen el pino o se revuelcan simulando pelearse.

Los estiramientos ayudan a mejorar la flexibilidad, permitiendo que músculos y articulaciones se muevan y flexionen con facilidad, cubriendo toda la gama de movimientos. Los niños buscan oportunidades para hacer estiramientos cada día cuando intentan alcanzar objetos que están fuera de su alcance, se abren de piernas o dan volteretas en el sofá.

El problema del sedentarismoEl porcentaje de niños con sobrepeso se ha más que duplicado durante los últimos 30 años. Aunque hay muchos factores que contribuyen a esta epidemia, uno de los principales es que los niños se están volviendo más sedentarios. En otras palabras, pasan mucho más tiempo sentados que antes.

Según la Academia Americana de Pediatría (AAP), el niño promedio ve unas tres horas de televisión al día. Y un niño promedio pasa 5’5 horas diarias delante de distintos tipos de pantallas, según la Kaiser Family Foundation.



Los niños pequeños no deben permanecer inactivitos durante períodos de tiempo prolongados —no más de una hora seguida a menos que estén durmiendo. Y los niños en edad escolar no deben permanecer inactivos durante más de dos horas seguidas.

Una de las mejores maneras de fomentar la actividad física en los niños es limitar la cantidad de tiempo que dedican a actividades sedentarias, sobre todo a ver la televisión o a jugar con la videoconsola. La AAP recomienda que los niños de menos de dos años no vean la televisión en absoluto y que, a partir de los dos años, se les limite el tiempo que pueden pasar delante del televisor a no más de una a dos horas de programas de calidad al día.

¿Cuánto ejercicio es suficiente?Los padres deben asegurarse de que sus hijos hacen suficiente ejercicio. ¿Cuánto es suficiente? Según las recomendaciones dietéticas del Departamento de Agricultura de EE.UU. (U.S. Department of Agriculture -USDA) y del Departmento de Salud y Servicios Humanos (Department of Health and Human Services -HHS), todos los niños de dos años en adelante deberían hacer por lo menos 60 minutos de ejercicio de moderado a vigoroso la mayoría, y a ser posible todos, los días de la semana. Aparte de contener consejos prácticos sobre cómo llevar una dieta saludable y equilibrada, las nuevas recomendaciones de estos organismos también sugieren que los niños deberían comer más fruta, más verdura y más cereales integrales.

Estas son las recomendaciones de la Asociación Nacional para el Deporte y la Educación Física (National Association for Sport and Physical Education - NASPE):

Edad Actividad diaria mínima Comentarios

Lactancia Sin requerimientos específicos

La actividad física debería fomentar el desarrollo psicomotor.

Primera infancia 1’5 horas 30 minutos de actividad física estructurada Y 60 minutos de actividad física desestructurada (juego libre)

Etapa preescolar 2 horas 60 minutos de actividad física estructurada Y 60 minutos de actividad física desestructurada (juego libre)

Etapa escolar 1 hora o más Dividirla en bloques de 15



minutos o más

Así mismo, en la página de Internet de la USDA se facilita una versión revisada de la Pirámide de los Alimentos donde los padres pueden introducir la edad, género y nivel de actividad de sus hijos para obtener la cantidad total de calorías que deberían ingerir y recomendaciones para alimentarlos de forma saludable.

Criar hijos que estén en formaCombinar la actividad física regular con una dieta saludable es la clave para llevar un estilo de vida saludable.

He aquí algunos consejos para criar hijos que estén en forma:Ayude a su hijo a participar en una variedad de actividades que sean adecuadas para su edad.Establezca un horario regular para la actividad física.Incorpore la actividad en las rutinas cotidianas, como subir por las escaleras en vez de coger el ascensor.Adopte también usted un estilo de vida saludable, a fin de ser un ejemplo a seguir para su familia.Hágalo divertido; así su hijo le pedirá más.

Revisado por: Mary L. Gavin, MDFecha de la revisión: abril de 2008

Nota: Toda la información incluida en KidsHealth® tiene propósitos educacionales solamente. Si necesita servicios para diagnóstico o tratamiento, tenga a bien consultar con su medico de cabecera.

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Document 2.8: Sample Project 2 – Technology Fair Overview Sheet

While many parents today are as technologically savvy as their children, many others probably are not. Sometimes, it may be a little intimidating for parents to ask their kids on the latest technologies. Most people today are familiar with the Internet, and most have heard about Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking activities.

But, do they really understand them?

As a librarian, you can be a friendly resource for parents. Peer-to-peer, you can reach out to parents and help them better understand some of the technologies their children are using.

By working with your local PTA, you can set up a special program at one of their meetings or ask to be “a regular short feature” at their scheduled meetings.

What do parents want to learn? Would they appreciate a quick in-person demo on the use of the following…

TwitterFacebookDatabase searchingFlickrWikisBlogging

Remember, many parents may not have another way of finding out tools from a technology professional. Talk with your local PTA group. Find out how you can help parents stay in the technology loop!

Create your own TECH SOS for parents!



Document 2.9: Library Volunteer Opportunities Parents

Parent volunteers can be one of your strongest allies. Think creatively on how to channel their talent and energy to strengthen the library. Think beyond fundraising activities. You have a committed group of people with a vested interested in your campus and library. They can be great champions on many fronts. To cultivate that spirit, help them find fun and satisfying ways of contributing.

Help with check in/check out duties

Read to younger grades

Help plan family literacy programs

Help promote the library to parents and the community

Help create marketing materials

Develop fun activities that kids and parents can do at home around certain books

Collaborate with you to find sponsors for library programs

Help coordinate book fairs

Help find speakers for library events

Create a book club for parents using the Lariat List (TLA’s new reading list for

adults)

Have them use social media to promote library events to other parents

Have them write articles about the library and submit them to the campus or

district newsletter

Ask for their ideas for creative programming.



“Short Introduction to Our Library”: A Ready-to-go Presentation

To access the PowerPoint slide file, go to www.txla.org/tasl/parent-resources and click on “Short Introduction to Our School Library.”


Slide 1: Good afternoon [morning, evening]. My name is [XX], your school librarian. I’m thrilled to be here with you today to take a few minutes to give you a quick tour of our library, where LEARNING is our mission.

Slide 2: First, let me say with absolute certainty—YESTERDAY’S LIBRARIES [next slide]

Slide 3: Are not like today’s school libraries! Today’s school libraries are energetic places for learning, where students discover, have fun, create – all while completing the assignments and developing lifelong learning and information skills.

Slide 4: In the state of Texas and nationally, school librarians are teachers first. It’s our responsibility to work with classroom teachers to prepare students to be successful in the 21st Century.

Slide 5: The effective school library continues to use traditional technology, such as books, magazines, and newspapers. Of course, we also offer students more options. Here at [name of school], we offer a worldwide network of information resources, quality subscription databases and online resources, and access to technology.




Slide 6: There are many kinds of literacy today, and we prepare students to interact with all these media: print, video, electronic. For these reasons…

Slide 7: All of these skills are based on research finding and best teaching practices. I plan with teachers and work with them to teach your kids to maximize your child’s learning experiences using our state and district curriculum.

Slide 8: Why do we do all of this? Not just because we think these strategies and practices work. Dynamic school libraries have proven results. Strong school libraries increase student achievement. The dark blue bars on the slide show the higher percentage of kids in Texas meeting reading standards in the state. Students represented by the dark blue bars were at schools with certified school librarians.

Note: For your information, if you are asked, the data come from the Texas study on the impact of school library programs. The study was commissioned by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission in 2001.

Slide 9: In fact, research shows the dramatic impact strong school library programs. Where students use the library as needed and where librarians work with teachers, reading scores improve 8 to 22%.

Slide 10: I work to support students by working with them one-to-one, in class, and by offering them educational and fun programs.



Slide 11: [list and briefly mention the special programs and activities the library sponsors.]

Slide 12: At our campus, we believe that the best learning experience for your child is found by collaboration. BY Collaborating with teachers on integrating resources, technology, and activities into daily instruction. AND Working with you – PARENTS – to make sure students have the help and resources they need to succeed.

Slide 13: Parents have a huge role in helping kids develop a love of reading. By sharing the reading experience with children, we make learning a family adventure. Slide 14: Together, we can create a

wonderful learning experience. I welcome your participation in our school’s library program. We have many opportunities for volunteering.

Slide 15: I am [insert your name here and in the slide, along with your contact information]. I look forward to working with you and your kids. I am your partner in education. Thank you very much for the opportunity to visit with you today. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Slides 16 and 17: Reference Slides [You might just run through these couple of slides quickly—just to show them in case anyone wanted reference information.]


“It’s not just books and stories! A Look at School Library Standards”

A 20 to 30 minute presentation on school library standardsBelow is a preview of the presentation format. The presentation outline follows.

To access the PowerPoint slide file, go to www.txla.org/tasl/parent-resources and click on “It’s not just books and stories.”




“It’s not just books and stories! A Look at Standards for School Library Programs”

A Presentation Outline

1. It’s not just books and stories!My child + The school library = Success in the 21st Century.

2. Texas Standars for School LibrariesTexas has best practices that are benchmarks to help design, implement, measure, and improve an effective library program.

3. Texas Library Standards require Accesss to materials in all formats at point of need Assistance to classroom teachers in the design of learning experiences to meet

student needs; Learning expereiences based on relevance and 21st Century Learning skills.

4. The School Library Program is…Critical in the teaching and leanring process as an information source and content area.

5. Translation: 21st Century Skills are… Not an add-on Not enrichment Apply to all subject areas Life skills each student must master to learn independently and work

successfully

6. Texas State Model of School Libraries: Texas Administrative Code, Title 12. Cultural Resources, Part 1, Chapter 4 Standards“offer education, training, and guidance to students and staff in the use of information technology resources.”

7. TranslationFully integrated into instruction, providing skills to access information and ideas.Translation:



8. Translation20 years of research on effective teaching practice tells us: teaching skills in isolation is ineffective; provides no long term retention.

9. Texas State Model of School Libraries: Texas Administrative Code, Title 12. Cultural Resources, Part 1, Chapter 4 Standards

“provides relevant, meaningful instruction based on multiple resources.”

10. Translaton20 years of research on effective teaching practice tells us: information literacy and problem soloving skills must occur within the content areas as part of relevant and real world experiences.

11. The school library program is…Administration, library media specialist, students, and teachers working as a team to ensure that the program positively contributes to the learning process.

12. Translation Best practice requires collaborative planning between classroom teachers and

school librarians School Librarian is a teacher first and should be part of grade level and

department planning


“applies an information problem-solving process to curriculum-related learning objectives.”

14. The school library program is…A discovery learning lab that uses traditional resources and new technologies as standard teaching and learning tools.

15. Translation Not abandoning print material Providing digital resources Providing instruction in location, analysis, and evaluation of information in all

media Multiple literacy skills

16. The school library program is…



Based around a convenient, comfortable, and aesthetically inviting location with necessary furnishings and tools.

17. Translation Has the equipment and electrical and data resources needed to serve student

learning needs Is an inviting and user-friendly facility Can accommodate invidvidual and group learning Provides a variety of media for discovery learning and problem solving


“serves an an information center that provides…flexible access to resources and technologies, fully integrated into the instructional process.”

19. TranslationStudents, classes and teachers can get to the library when they need it, not just on an appointed day and time.

20. The school library program is…A partnership with teachers to foster and support a love of reading and the pursuit of knowledge in its many forms and media.

21. TranslationThe library media center and its staff exist to support instruction, student learning, and the pursuit of knowledge through print, video, audio, electronic media, and collaboration.


“encourages and provides opportunities for collaborative planning and teaching by librarians and teachers.”

23. National Standards for the 21st Century Learner support Inquiry Critical thinking Applying knowledge Developing informed decisions Creating new knowledge Ethical use of information Personal growth



24. On-line tools for Texas students Magazine databases Encyclopedia Britannica (three levels and in Spanish) Available from any computer with Internet connectivity

25. How do we get it all done? Relevant instruction Multiple resources Information problem solving Application to authentic real world experience Collaboration Evaluation of sources

26. What does the research say?Library activities that impact student performance and higher test scores: Planning with teachers Teaching collaboratively with teachers Training teachers to use technology more effectively

27. What does the research say?Libraries with only a librarian (and no support staff) rarely perform collaborative, curriculum, or integration activities.

28. What does the research say?Schools without librarians are lower performing on standardized tests than schools with librarians.

29. What does the research say?In libraries with library aides only, instruction and 21 Century skills activities are not being performed because library aides are not trained to perform them.

30. What does the research say?For libraries to have the greatest impact on student performance, libraries need to be staffed, at a minimum, with both a librarian and an aide. … Texas Study

31. What does the research say?Libraries staffed with librarians and aides are associated with: Increased library use More visits to the library by individual students More literacy skills instruction



More books and materials checked out…Texas Study

32. What does the research say?Test scores tend to be higher for all types of schools where there is a certified school librarian.

33. What does the research say?Test scores tend to be higher for all types of schools where library staff spend more time: Delivering library/information services Literacy instruction to students Collaborating with teachers on instructional units Training teachers in information access

…Alaska Study

34. What does the research say?Test scores tend to be higher for all types of schools where the library:Is open longer hours Has a cooperative relationship with the public library Provides online access to information via the Internet

…Alaska Study

35. What does the research say?Schools with well-developed library media programs average 10% to 18% higher on reading scores. …Colorado Study

36. What does the research say?When libraians collaborate with classroom teachers, reading scores increase 8% to 21% ...Colorado Study

37. What does the research say?When students can use the library as needed, reading scores improve 13 to 22% ...Colorado Study

38. What does the research say?When students can access library resrouces using the Internet, reading scores rise 6% to 25%....Colorado Study

39. What does the research say?Reading scores increase with increases:



In integration of information litearacy with the curriculum In time spent by school librarians teaching cooperatively with teachers Teaching information literacy independently

…Pennsylvania Study

40. What does the research say?Reading scores increase with increased in: Providing in-service training to teachers Serving on standards committees Serving on curriculum committees Managing information technology

…Pennsylvania Study

41. What’s the result?An effective library program helps develop

Analytic skills, Thinking across subjects, Problem solving skills, Divergent thinking, Independent learners, Leadership and condence.

42. References American Association of School Librarians. (2007). Standards for the 21st-

Century Learner. Chicago, IL: American Library Association. Lance, Keith Curry, et al. (2000). How school libraries help kids achieve

standards: The second Colorado Study. San Jose, CA: Hi Willow Research and Publishing.

Lance, Keith Curry, et al. (2000). Information empowered: The school librarian as an agent of academic achievement in Alaska schools. San Jose, CA: Hi Willow Research and Publishing.

43. Lance, Keith Curry, et al. (2000). Measuring up to standards: The impact of school library programs & information literacy in Pennsylvania schools. San Jose, CA: Hi Willow Research and Publishing.

Smith, Ester G. (2001). Texas school libraries: Standards, resources, services, and students’ performance. EGS Research and Consulting.

Texas State Library and Archives Commission. (2005). School Library Programs: Standards and Guidelines for Texas, revised. Texas Administrative Code, Title 13. Cultural Resources, Part I. Texas State Library and Archives Commission, Chapter 4. School Library Programs, Subchapter A. Standards



and Guidelines, Section 4.1. Austin, TX: Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

43. References Lance, Keith Curry, et al. (2000). Measuring up to standards: The impact of

school library programs & information literacy in Pennsylvania schools. San Jose, CA: Hi Willow Research and Publishing.

Smith, Ester G. (2001). Texas school libraries: Standards, resources, services, and students’ performance. EGS Research and Consulting.

Texas State Library and Archives Commission. (2005). School Library Programs: Standards and Guidelines for Texas, revised. Texas Administrative Code, Title 13. Cultural Resources, Part I. Texas State Library and Archives Commission, Chapter 4. School Library Programs, Subchapter A. Standards and Guidelines, Section 4.1. Austin, TX: Texas State Library and Archives Commission.



Articles“21st Century Skills @ Your Library” by Jennifer LaBoon, The Voice, Summer Issue (2010),

published by the Texas PTA.“Homework Help – K-12 Database Program” by Jennifer LaBoon, The Voice, Fall Issue

(2010), published by the Texas PTA.“Kids and Exercise,” KidsHealth, English and Spanish version of the article printed

following the intellectual commons notice on www.kidshealth.org.

Photo Information for “Short Introduction to Our School Library” (A PowerPoint Presentation)Slide: 1904 High School Library --Truman Independence High School, Truman Library and

Museum, no copyright restrictions on photo Slide: “Are not like TODAY’S SCHOOL LIBRARIES” – all photos were taken during the

Texas Library Association’s Texas Library Snapshot Day and uploaded to the TLA Flickr page for Snapshot Day photos.

All other photos are useable clip photographs from PPT package.

Presentations“Short Introduction to Our School Library,” Gloria Meraz and Chris Salerno.““It’s not just books and stories! A Look at Standards for School Library Programs,” Chris

Salerno

Resource GuidesA Short Introduction to Our School Library, Resource Guide by Chris Salerno.Resource List for Librarians on Health Website – a partial listing from Finding Health and

Wellness @ the Library: A Consumer Health Toolkit for Library Staff, published by the California State Library and the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, August 2010. www.library.ca.gov/lds/docs/HealthToolkit.pdf.

Spanish Translations Letter on Reading Lists: Silvia Sandoval Introduction Letter to Parents: Silvia Sandoval Article: 21st Century Skills: Ana Hartnett Article: Homework Help: Ana HartnettReading with Your Children: Janie PickettIntroduction to Texas Bluebonnet Award Program: Daniel Chacin“Why Care about School Libraries”: Melissa J. UribePublished by the Texas Library Association.

Contact Gloria Meraz, [email protected], for more information.


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