Our Application Period for Free Eclipse Glasses in Now Closed
Thanks to all of the libraries that have expressed interest in sharing this once-in-a-lifetime experience with their communities. If your library has successfully completed an application but has not received a confirmation email by May 15th, please contact Anne Holland to check your status.
Once we have determined how many kits have been sent out, we may re-open the application to fill any remaining slots. To be notified if more slots become available, be sure to stay tuned to our email announcements and Facebook page.
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Young tech makers. Credit: Louisville Public Library
The National Science Foundation Funds Project BUILD The Space Science Institute’s (SSI) National Center for Interactive Learning (NCIL), in partnership with the University of Virginia (UVA) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), was awarded a $1.1 million-dollar grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop and implement a 3-year program, called Project BUILD (Building Using an Interactive Learning Design). This project will advance efforts of the Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers (ITEST) program at the National Science Foundation to better understand and promote practices that increase students' motivations and capacities to pursue careers in fields of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).
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NASA Partnerships in Your Own Backyard
Partnership Opportunities and Success Stories from the Night Sky Network and Solar System Ambassadors
Date: Wednesday, June 7th, 2017
Time: 3pm EDT / 2pm CDT / 1pm MDT / 12pm PT
Join us to learn more about two NASA supported volunteer networks who are eager to partner with local public libraries!
The Night Sky Network and Solar System Ambassadors are volunteer organizations who can provide free or low cost programming to libraries in their region. Members of these networks include current and former NASA employees, industry retirees (Ball, Lockheed, etc), science teachers, and other general science enthusiasts! Participants in this webinar will learn more about these networks, hear success stories from existing library partnerships, and even learn how they can join these networks. Note: After registering, you will receive a confirmation
email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Libraries for the 21st Century:
It's a Family Thing
Libraries provide families a welcoming environment in which to learn, to connect with other parents, and to find other community resources that can help them thrive. With generous funding from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, the Global Family Research Project team partnered with the Public Library Association (PLA) to explore family engagement in children’s learning through libraries.
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Hands-on STEM: Art and the Cosmic Connection
Participants become artist explorers as they use elements of art – line, color, texture, shape, and value — to analyze Earth, Mars, moons, or other worlds. View how-to videos for tips and techniques for using pastels in this activity, and find presentation slides, notes, and space and Earth images to help you facilitate this flexible activity.
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The STAR Library Education Network (STAR_Net) is a hands-on learning network for libraries and their communities across the country. STAR_Net focuses on helping library professionals build their STEM skills by providing “science-technology activities and resources” (STAR) and training to use those resources. Plus, engage public audiences nationwide in informal and lifelong learning with the excitement of exploration and discovery through new NASA@ My Library resources!
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STAR_Net is built upon a strong network of collaborators and partners, led by the Space Science Institute’s (SSI) National Center for Interactive Learning (NCIL). Partners include the American Library Association’s Public Programs Office, Lunar and Planetary Institute, Afterschool Alliance, Education Development Center, Datum Advisors, Cornerstones of Science, and the Pacific Science Center. Major funding is provided by the National Science Foundation, NASA Science Mission Directorate, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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Paper Engineering Workshop for TweensDuring spring break this year, I tried a new program aimed specifically for 8-12 year olds. We met each afternoon for two hours to work on creating paper automata.
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Tree-mendous Mini Camp a tremendous success!Taking advantage of connections to the county parks department, spring weather, and spring break, we tried a new program idea this spring.
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Tomatos in Containers!We recently made use of Spring Break to host a program presented by our local agricultural Extension Agent.
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International Peace Crane Swap and 1000 Cranes from Around The WorldI know International Peace Day seems like a long way off, but when you’re planning to string 1000 cranes... you can never start too early.
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Robot Dance Boot CampMulti-day activity camps made a reappearance at Skokie Public Library during the most recent school break.
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Build A Better WorldSummer, 2017
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2017 Solar Eclipse
Aug. 21, 2017
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Day of Saturn
Sept. 15, 2017
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Int'l Observe the Moon Night
Oct. 28, 2017
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