Your Collaborative Summer Library Programs (CSLP) Summer Reading Manual is packed full of great summer programs material! Here are a few resources in your manual that will help you start planning for summer reading now:

Guide to Getting Started

  • Planning Programs for Different Age Groups
  • Summer Food
  • Accessibility and Inclusion
  • Preparation
  • Promotion and Outreach
  • Volunteers
  • Data Collection and Evaluation

Planning Calendars (customizable)

Social Media Toolkit (link to Google Drive)

CSLP has additional resources available for members to download at www.cslpreads.org. You will need to login to/set up your free user account in order to access these materials. More info…

Re-imagining Summer Reading: Planning for programs during the pandemic (hosted by ICfL April 2020)

Timelines:

CSLP Incentive Catalogs: Every Idaho library was provided two incentive catalogs for the current program year. If you want additional catalogs sent to you please contact staci.shaw@libraries.idaho.gov.

Research, Presentations, School Resources, Public Awareness, Webinars

This new early literacy activity game board can be used for summer reading or all year. The design is generic so that you can determine how best to use it – you decide the prize levels and prizes, etc. Two versions are available: Use ‘as is’ for activities that promote the Six Early Literacy skills, or customize the board with your own activities.  This tool is designed to fold in half, presenting your library’s information and instructions for parents on the front, the activities on the inside, and early literacy information on the back.

Some ideas for use:

  • Split up the activities into groups of 5, have parents bring gameboard in after each five to get a prize or enter a drawing.
  • Ask parents to complete a certain number of activities, then bring in to library for prize or enter a drawing.
  • Daycare staff can complete activities with their classes, then receive prizes or books from the library (on-site or outreach).

Download Gameboard

PDF File

MS Publisher 2007

MS Publisher 98

NOTE: MS Publisher files allow you to modify the gameboard to a greater extent. If you have MS Publisher, you may be encouraged to download the Publisher file and have the ability to tailor the game to your needs. The PDF version only allows you to modify the library name and instructions for the gameboard.

Evaluation: Why and How-To

Sample SRP End-of-Program Survey (customizable)

SRP Data Tracking Sheet (customizable): This can be used to track the data requested on the annual summer reading report, which is due September 15.

Template to compile an End-of-Program Brief (Oregon State Library, with permissions)

Disclaimer: Though we are happy to pass along resources that may help Idaho libraries plan and implement summer reading programs, the ICfL does not endorse any “for profit” resource. If you are a presenter, performer, or vendor you can contact Idaho libraries directly by using our “Library Locator.”

 

Tutorials

How to put CSLP artwork on a cake

2021 Tutorials from CSLP

Current and Future Programs

2021 Summer Library Slogan: Tails and Tales

  • The theme for all programs: Animals and Stories
  • Artist: Salina Yoon

2022 Summer Library Slogan: Oceans of Possibility

2023 Summer Library Slogan: All Together Now

  • The theme for all programs: Friendship & Kindness
  • Artist: Frank Morrison

2024 Summer Library Slogan: TBD

Bright Futures Outreach Opportunities
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Suggested timeline for Summer Reading planning:

OCTOBER - DECEMBER

Summer Library Program Manuals arrive!

  • Meet with library director and summer programs staff to determine outcomes, set output goals, and develop evaluation tools. You have lots of time!
  • Read through CSLP “Guide to Getting Started” found on your USB or online manual.
  • If you are interested in offering summer meals or snacks, contact the Child Nutrition Program at the Idaho State Department of Education now.
  • December 1: First CSLP Catalog order deadline. Receive orders by March 1st
    (Catalogs were included with your CSLP manual. If you need additional catalogs, please contact staci.shaw@libraries.idaho.gov)
  • Look for notice about ordering free CSLP posters from ICfL (LibIdaho, The Scoop)

JANUARY - FEBRUARY

  • January 1: Second CSLP Catalog order deadline- Receive orders by April 1
  • If your budget allows, this is the time to contact potential performers (for in-person or virtual programming).
  • If you are interested in offering meals or snacks this summer, now is the time to begin planning: https://www.sde.idaho.gov/cnp/sfsp/ 
  • Begin contacting community partners if you plan to offer outreach programs that target underserved children. Once your plans are finalized you can apply to distribute books through ICfL’s Outreach to Underserved Children program: https://libraries.idaho.gov//rtm/underserved-program/
  • CSLP posters provided by ICfL are shipped to libraries.

FEBRUARY - MARCH

  • Call schools to schedule visits in April and May (or if safety measures are still in place for the pandemic, find out how the library can promote summer programs through school newsletters, websites, social media, etc.).
  • Contact local businesses and organizations for sponsorship support.
  • Continue planning outreach programs with community partner(s).
  • See Social Media Toolkit in CSLP USB manual or at www.cslpreads.org.
  • March 1: Third CSLP Catalog order deadline – receive orders by May 1. (for orders placed after March 1, call for estimated shipping date)

APRIL

  • Details of summer programs should be finalized in order to prepare flyers and other promotional literature.
  • Contact local businesses and organizations for sponsorship support.
  • Develop evaluation tool(s) to evaluate quality and effectiveness of your SRP, or use template found under Evaluation banner above.
  • Summer Outreach for Underserved Children: Apply for giveaway books by June 15 at https://libraries.idaho.gov//rtm/underserved-program/
  • Order Youth Explorer Passes (State Parks Passes): https://libraries.idaho.gov//summer-reading/
  • See Social Media Toolkit in CSLP Program Manual (USB version or on website, www.cslpreads.org)

MAY

Visit schools (if safe)

Mail Summer Library Program promotional literature

Develop system to track summer program participation (In-House, Outreach) or use the one provided under Evaluation banner above.

PROMOTE, PROMOTE, PROMOTE! See resources in your CSLP program manual and/or at www.cslpreads.org.

SUMMER

Good luck with your summer programs. Have fun, and remember to evaluate your programs (see Evaluation, above)

SEPTEMBER

  • Give yourself a pat on the back!
  • Send thank-you notes to Summer Library Program sponsors and thank all library staff and volunteers who helped out this summer.
  • Compile data into a brief for trustees and other stakeholders.
  • Send press releases to local media regarding Summer Library Program participation.
  • September 15: Last day to submit ICfL Summer Reading Report