Two January webinars from IFLS Library System - Register Today!

Talking Is Teaching - Trusted Messenger Training   January 12, 1-2 pm

Talking, reading, singing, and playing are essential early literacy practices that boost early brain and language development. Library staff are well suited to share key messages with parents and caregivers about the importance of engaging their children in language-rich experiences. Join three members of the Chippewa Valley Talking Is Teaching campaign to understand the importance of trusted messengers, discover ways to foster meaningful engagement with families, and gain tools to help parents and caregivers understand the critical role they play in their child’s early brain and language development.  Register here.

 

This webinar will be recorded.  It provides one contact hour for public library director certification.

 

Advocacy 101   January 19, 1-2 pm

Jim Tripp, who is currently the IFLS Board president and the District 23 Dunn County Board Supervisor, will walk us through the basics of what we need to know to become effective advocates for our libraries. You’ll get a brief overview of the three levels of government, and then we’ll dig into the key characteristics of good local advocacy: what works and what doesn’t. We’ll leave time for your questions.  Register here.   Please submit questions for Jim by January 14:

This webinar will be recorded.  It is for library staff, trustees, and Foundation and Friends group members, and provides one contact hour for public library director certification.