Youth Services Resources

• 2026 CSLP Program Guide and Graphics (see email from Angela for access code)
• Big Books for storytimes — a list of titles arranged by subject, which you can place a hold in the shared catalog
• Cooperative Childrens Book Center (CCBC) — offers assistance with reference, book challenges, and book recommendations related to literature for youth. Specializes in diverse literature.
• Storybook Walk Sharing Library - books previously used at other libraries, available for your Storybook Walks.
• Summer Math Resources - Wisconsin Mathematics Council 
• Youth Services – Bureau of Libraries, DPI — resources and links. Contact Jeni Schomber, Public Library Consultant for questions! 
• Youth Services Section (YSS) Blog

Listserv and Discussion List: WYS Guys (Winnefox Youth Services)

WYS Guys consists of people who discuss youth services in public libraries. The group is open to any staff interested in participating. Contact Pete Hodge: hodge@winnefox.org to be added to the email distribution list.

If you have questions, comments, or feedback about any of the following, please contact Winnefox Youth Services Consultant, Katrina Wulff: Wulff@neenahlibrary.org :

• Services provided by WI Department of Public Instruction: Public Library Division
• Recording programs, activities, and literacy offerings on the annual report
• Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP)
• Ideas for activities offered by WYS-GUYS. Let's work together to connect with each other! 
• Assistance with sharing ideas, programs, issues, or anything else related to youth services.

Training and Development

Explore the Science of Reading with PBS LearningMedia

• Exploring the Science of Reading: Bridging Theory and Practice With Media Examples is a three-part course in which participants learn the foundational concepts of the science of reading; recognize the importance of using evidence-based practices in reading instruction; view videos and resources that illustrate best practices for teaching reading; and reflect on how to implement the strategies in their classrooms. Module 1 provides an in-depth overview of the Science of Reading. Module 2 takes a deep dive into word recognition, and Module 3 delves into language comprehension. 

Summer Library Program (SLP) Resources

WLA Summer Performer Showcase List.

• to access recordings of performers, you must purchase access via the WLA website for your library.

Hiring performers:

• Sample Performer Contract
• Check Request Form
• Download the W-9 Form from the IRS website

Printing:

• Winnefox Printing Services — types of printing available include SLP reading records, flyers, posters, bookmarks, brochures, etc.

Collaborative Summer Library Program website (click Manual Access tab)

• 2028: Theme – Mythical Creatures

• 2027: Mysteries Await at Your Library : Los Misterios te Esperan en tu Biblioteca – Mystery/Detective/Suspense

• 2026: Unearth a Story : Desentierra una Historia – Dinosaurs/Archaeology/Paleontology (Tom Bonson)

• 2025: Color Our World : Colorea Nuestro Mundo – Art (Mike Mullan)

• 2024: theme: Adventure; slogan: "Adventure Begins at Your Library"
• 2023: theme: Kindness and Friendship; slogan:"All Together Now"
• 2022 theme: Oceans of Possibilities