Librarian's guide to passive programming : easy and affordable activities for all ages

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Information & Library Science Library

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Z716.33 .W53 2012
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Available

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Summary

Learn the concept of passive programming and get started easily with plans for implementing a wide array of intergenerational programs in libraries with this professional primer.

Libraries are an integral part of the community, a fact that can often be overlooked in today's world of home-based online research. Passive programs encourage patrons to linger--either in the library or on the library's website--and promote a connection to the library's collections, its services, and the community.

Librarian's Guide to Passive Programming: Easy and Affordable Activities for All Ages presents plans for 32 passive programs designed to capture the attention of library patrons. Each chapter--which contains programs grouped thematically--details the steps necessary to reproduce the programs, and includes supporting handouts, activities, and photographs. This helpful guide also examines what passive programming is, why passive programming is relevant, and offers strategies across all aspects of its implementation--from developing program ideas to evaluating program success.

Contents

Chapter 1: Books and reading -- Guess the author -- Laid-back book club -- The literary gnome -- Mr. Gnome reads the classics -- Name that story -- Our books go far -- Shredded book contest -- Chapter 2: Writing -- Celebrity encounters -- Crazy captions -- One story, many authors -- Writing center -- Chapter 3: Mysteries -- Get a clue -- Mystery theme contest -- Whodunit? -- Chapter 4: Scavenger hunts -- April fools' challenge -- Catch that gnome! -- Coded message scavenger hunt -- Find the pickle! -- Letterboxing at the library -- Chapter 5: Get creative -- Chain calendars -- LEGO display -- Masquerade -- Star Garlands -- Chapter 6: Exchanges -- Craft supply swap -- Puzzle exchange -- Winter holiday card exchange -- Chapter 7: Partnering with outside organizations -- Crafting for charity -- Do you recognize me? -- Meet the Milfords -- The spreading cheer project -- Chapter 8: Theme months -- 80s month -- Celebrate cicadas.

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