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FREE Workshops |
Ready to Read with Books2Go - free continuing education
workshops for child care providers. Pre-registration required for
all workshops. Only those who have registered for the session will
be permitted to attend.
Class sizes are limited.
Care givers only;
accommodations are not available for children at any
Ready to
Read workshop, no exceptions.
Registration for provider workshops
will begin one month prior to the event. Call 286-3011 to
register or register online.
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Facts Are Fun
Informational and non-fiction books introduce children to important concepts and vocabulary. During this session, you will explore great non-fiction books and how those books can be used to add fun and interest to your classroom. Continuing ed: 1.5 hrs.
East Library
Thursday, February 9
6-7:30 p.m.
Register Online Here! (registration begins Jan. 9)
Saturday, February 11
10:30 a.m.-12 noon
Register Online Here! (registration begins Jan. 9) |
Rhymers Will Be Readers
Why is rhyming so important? Rhyming is part of phonological awareness. The best time to help children develop this skill is before they start formal schooling. During this workshop, you will learn how to help children develop this skill through simple activities, games, and music. Continuing ed: 1.5 hrs.
Washington Park Library
Wednesday, February 22
6-7:30 p.m.
Register Online Here! (registration begins Jan. 23)
Saturday, February 25
10:30 a.m.-12 noon
Register Online Here! (registration begins Jan. 23) |
Seis destrezas de la alfabetización temprana
Aprenda cuáles son las seis destrezas que cada niño requiere para que esté preparado para leer al ingresar a la escuela. Aprenda cómo ampliar las lecciones de una manera divertida para que incluyan los libros nuevos y estas destrezas. Educación continua: 3 horas.
Zablocki Library
sábado 18 de febrero
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Registro en línea aquí! (inscripción empiece el 18 de enero) |
The Six Skills for Early Literacy
Learn the six skills that every child needs in order to be prepared to learn how to read when they enter school! Leave with fun ways to expand lessons with books to include the skills. Continuing ed: 3 hrs.
Capitol Library
Saturday, March 3
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Register Online Here! (registration begins Feb. 3) |
Story Time 101
How to use Milwaukee Public Library’s Story Time kits: a wonderful collection of books, music, finger puppets, and teacher resource books, all in a sturdy red backpack. Continuing ed: 1.5 hrs.
Central Library, 1st Floor Meeting Room
Tuesday, March 13
6-7:30 p.m.
Register Online Here! (registration begins Feb. 13)
Saturday, March 17
10:30 a.m.-12 noon
Register Online Here! (registration begins Feb. 13) |
Super Saturdays are Back! (Registration fee included)
The Learning Link, a Madison-based agency, is hosting this expansive day of training at Milwaukee Public Library. Earn a total of 6 hours of continuing education credits and receive a Registry Certificate. Learn how to build your students’ narrative skills with presentations from Books2Go, Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, and Dr. Bob Kann. Be introduced to puppet use and storytelling. Enjoy the company of other early childhood professionals, continental breakfast, hands-on workshops and lunch for only $65.00!
Centennial Hall, 733 E. Eighth St.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Register Online here! or by phone toll-free at 1-855-753-2764.
If you have questions contact The Learning Link at 1-855-753-2764 or email to dawn@learning-link.org. |
Math Literacy
Math concepts are a part of literacy. In this session you will discover books and activities that deal with early math concepts and ways to use those books to help children build a foundation for math skills. 1.5 hrs.
Center Street Library
Wednesday, April 18
6-7:30 p.m.
Register Online Here! (registration begins March 19)
Saturday, April 21
10:30 a.m.-12 noon
Register Online Here! (registration begins March 19) |
El colegio del abecedario: enseñando el alfabeto
El taller investigará maneras en que los niños pueden reconocer las diferencias entre la apariencia de las letras, sus nombres y sus sonidos mientras se divierten. Educación continua: 1.5 horas.
Zablocki Library
sábado 28 de abril
10:30 a.m.-12 noon
Registro en línea aquí! (inscripción empiece el 28 de marzo)
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The Rhyme and Reason of Mother Goose
Explore why Mother Goose and poetry are essential to early literacy and ways to use Mother Goose with young children. Includes materials for you to make an activity for use in your class at home. Continuing ed: 1.5 hours.
Washington Park Library
Thursday, April 26
6-7:30 p.m.
Register Online Here! (registration begins March 26)
Saturday, April 28
10:30 a.m.-12 noon
Register Online Here! (registration begins March 26) |
