New on BadgerLInk!
BadgerLink just announced a suite of new resources, with details about changes and additions. New on the list:
- Britannica School Early Elementary Learning resource collection tailored to the unique needs of PreK-2 students and educators.
- Britannica Library Young Children Learning resource collection tailored to the unique needs of young children.
- Education Source (EBSCO) Research database designed for education students, professionals, and policymakers.
- Hobbies and Crafts Source (EBSCO) Magazines, recipes, and videos with “how-to” instructions and creative do-it-yourself ideas.
- Home Improvement Source (EBSCO) Magazines & reference books on home improvement and repair project topics.
- Library and Information Science Source (EBSCO) Research database for library and information science students, professionals, and policymakers.
- Points of View Reference Source (EBSCO) Resources to better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills for high school and adult learners.
- ChiltonLibrary (Gale) OEM repair, maintenance, and service information on most cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs. Provides step-by-step procedures, diagnostic and troubleshooting help, and a video library.
New on the IFLS Adult Services Webpage: Partnering for Stronger Programming Toolkit
The National Impact of Library Public Programs Assessment, developed by the ALA and Knology, have recently released a toolkit to help libraries identify and grow partnerships sustainably, meet common goals, expand their organizational capacity, thoughtfully engage with partner audiences, and more. Available in PDF form or online, the toolkit also includes tutorials for each of the five sections.
The link to the toolkit is on the adult services webpage under “Developing Partnerships: Tips and Tricks“.
Avoid Tax Scams
From our contact at the IRS, a short (just over 1.5 minute) video: Here’s What to Know About Tax Scams So You Can Avoid Them in English and Spanish
The end is near
The end of the Explore MORE Passport Program, that is.
- Last day to accept entry forms from the public is August 31.
- You can send entry forms as you get them, or all at once after August 31, whatever works best for your library. Send through courier to IFLS attn: Reb.
- Staff can continue the passport fun until Sep 15.
Questions? Submit a HelpDesk ticket or email Reb at kilde@ifls.lib.wi.us.
Collection Development series is here!
Explore non-fiction collection development with this series brought to you by IFLS!
Nonfiction Is Non-Negotiable: Why Nonfiction Books Are Important to Library Collections with Barbara Alvarez Friday, September 13, 10-11 am REGISTER MORE INFORMATION
Adult Nonfiction: Selection, Weeding, and Evaluation—Collection Development Tools, Tricks and Techniques with Barb Krueger (Deer Park), Jeanette Ryberg (Cumberland), and Rachel Thomas (Rice Lake). Wednesday, October 2, 10-11 am REGISTER MORE INFORMATION
Exploring Adult Nonfiction Collection Development with IFLS with Cecelia Cole (IFLS) Tuesday, October 22, 10-11 am REGISTER MORE INFORMATION
All webinars will be recorded and captioned. Each will supply one contact hour for library directors requiring certification. Contact Leah with questions!
Media Literacy resources
The News Literacy Project has some excellent graphics and teaching resources to help navigate news and information, like this Breaking News Checklist. Seems relevant to election season.