The Scoop – December 2023
The last issue of The Scoop this year showcases fun happenings in Idaho libraries, School Library Journal's favorite books from 2023, and as many cool resources and opportunities as you can fit in your stocking. Be sure to join us on Zoom December 29 for our 2023 Finale and New Year Celebration!
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The Scoop – November 2023
Cold November days are a perfect time to curl up with a good book! This month’s edition of The Scoop highlights formats to explore, potential Newbery contenders to check out, and an Idaho author’s new book about Sacajawea. Plus, apply for ESSER, Welcoming Libraries, and continuing education grants; connect with library outreach resources; and start planning for Take Your Child to the Library Day and Summer Reading.
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The Scoop – October 2023
Fall is here, bringing a busy season of events, funding opportunities, and award announcements! Learn about this year's Read to Me Rendezvous, mark your calendar for upcoming grant deadlines, explore LiLI databases, catch up on Idaho library news, and find early summer reading inspiration with this month's edition of The Scoop!
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The Scoop – September 2023
School is back in session, fall routines are returning, and the latest edition of The Scoop is packed with information about upcoming events! Gear up for the Idaho Teen Reading Challenge and Idaho Battle of the Books, start planning for Idaho Family Reading Week, and make sure to report back on your summer reading successes. Explore grant opportunities to support kindergarten readiness, out-of-school learning, or new books. And mark your calendar for upcoming conferences and professional development!
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The Scoop – August 2023
Summer adventures continue with this month’s issue of The Scoop! Find information about Teen Reading Week, Kindergarten Readiness Grants, Idaho Family Reading Week, School Library Access training, and much more. Remember to take our continuing education survey and consider signing up for the great youth services courses available for Idaho library staff. And take a look at exciting titles coming out soon, including new releases by Kate DiCamillo and Carl Hiaasen.
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The Scoop – July 2023
Welcome to the dog days of summer! This month’s mini issue of The Scoop highlights several opportunities heading your way: A Reading League Idaho information meeting, the Boise Comic Arts Festival and Librarians & Educators Day, ILA award and scholarship nominations, K Ready Grants, and more!
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The Scoop – June 2023
Who has time to read a giant newsletter in the summer? Nobody. We know it’s a busy time, so this summer we are offering a pared down version of The Scoop. We’ll be back with the full-length version in the fall. In the meantime, enjoy this brief June edition!
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The Scoop – May 2023
May is a busy month! Public libraries are preparing to launch epic summer programs. School libraries are wrapping up the year. All of us are wearing so many hats while juggling dozens of tasks. If you need a break, take some time to look at this month’s issue of The Scoop. It is full of useful information and resources. Plus, you will have an excuse to sit down for a minute while you read! We hope you enjoy it. Good luck with the rest of your month!
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