Planning teen programming is a lot of work, so why offer programs that teens don't want? Teens need especially exciting and dynamic programs to encourage them to use the library and its resources. In "A Year of Programs for Teens", two young adult specialists take teen services to a new level with step-by-step instructions for planning teen programs. Each chapter covers one month of the year and includes four to five program ideas appropriate to the season, as well as suggestions for games, passive programs, and book displays. All programs included in this collection have been tested in real...

YA experts Alessio and Patton present entirely new content while building on the successful formula they established in A Year of Programs for Teens. This volume offers several new themed book lists and read-alikes as well as appendixes with reproducible handouts for the various programs. With programs adaptable to students as young as fourth graders, this invaluable collection includes *A secton of introductory material that includes general programming advice *Information on teen clubs and marketing ideas *More than 30 programs, cleverly organized arounda calendar year, including several...

Want to keep the momentum going after a successful teen event? That "one off" can easily be turned into a popular monthly club that will keep young adults coming back. Alessio, co-author of the bestsellers A Year of Programs for Teens and A Year of Programs for Teens 2, and Booth, co-editor of The Whole Library Handbook: Teen Services, show you how. Designed to be used in school or public library settings, this uniquely themed program guide Offers guidance on how to handle summer, winter and year-round reading programs, with activities ranging from easy to elaborate Provides activities useful...

Well known from her bestselling teen programming books, Alessio ow offers a complete guide to getting young adults hooked on mysteries. Included are * Book lists featuring every type of mystery subgenre, from cozies and romantic mysteries to suspense thrillers, police procedurals, and beyond * Recommendations of some adult mysteries that older teens may enjoy * Interviews with several popular mystery authors to sketch in the genre's background and trends * Step-by-step instructions for more than 40 programming ideas, from creating a "Mind Bending Club" to puzzles and a complete mystery dinenr...

Needless to say, programming for teens can be a dubious fit for library users in their 20s; and what appeals to Baby Boomers isn't necessarily ideal for those in their 30s and 40s. Millennials deserve their own programs. This handy guide specifically targets those on the cusp of the born-digital generation and their peers, offering up a year's worth of programming suitable for both public and academic libraries. Organized by monthly clubs or monthly themed events, a format that makes planning and execution a snap, this resource Provides an overview of what those in their 20s, 30, and 40s want...

Offers a collection of ready-to-go programs and events will help public libraries give fans who are passionate about genres, characters, games, and book series plenty of reasons to return to the library again and again. The fun content cooked up by the three best-selling authors in this guide makes it easy to stay organised every step of way.