Milwaukee Public Library

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 286-8423 to register.

The Six Skills for Early Literacy
Join the Ready to Read staff and get excited about reading and books! Learn the six skills that every child needs in order to be prepared to learn how to read when they enter school. Explore easy ways to develop literacy skills in young children. Discover new books that help build early literacy skills. Learn fun ways to expand lessons to include the skills. Leave with new ideas that will help the children you care for get ready to read! 3 hours continuing education earned by attending this workshop.

Saturday, July 31 (FULL)
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Central Library

Child Care Providers and The Library: A Partnership that Works for YOU
The library has many resources to assist child care providers with curriculum planning, but sometimes knowing how and where to find those resources can be a challenge! During this hands-on session, child care providers will learn about resources at the library that can be used to enhance their curriculum and planning. Learn how to search the library catalog, locate library materials and plan activities using these resources. Leave this session with a plan you can use the next day. Participants are encouraged to bring their valid Books2Go library cards or personal library cards. Limited to 15 participants. 2 ½ hours of continuing education earned by attending.

Saturday, August 28 (registration begins July 28)
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Center Street Library

Hidden Treasures: Creative & Simple Story Time Props
You don’t have to break the bank to create great props that will enhance your story times and make books come alive! During this session you will learn about a variety of simple props that can be made using recyclable materials and items you have on hand. Learn how story time props help engage children and develop the Six Skills for early literacy. Leave with a new prop for your story times and lots of great new ideas. Bring your camera! 1.5 hours continuing education earned by attending this workshop. This workshop is not available to do off-site, but we would be happy to arrange for a special session at one of our locations.

Monday, August 2 (registration begins July 6)
6-7:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 7 (FULL)
10-11:30 a.m.
Central Library

Math Literacy
Literacy has many dimensions…from learning the alphabet to understanding the written word. Math concepts are a part of literacy. Understanding early math concepts such as more and less, near and far, few and many helps prepare children with math skills they will need before they enter school. 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. Join the Milwaukee Public Library’s Ready to Read with Books2Go staff for this fun-filled session! 1.5 hours of continuing education earned by attending this workshop.

Tuesday, September 14 (registration begins August 16)
6-7:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 18 (registration begins August 18)
10-11:30 a.m.
Central Library

Rhymers Will Be Readers
What’s all the excitement about rhyme? Why is rhyming so important? Rhyming is part of phonological awareness. Phonological awareness has been identified as one of the most important early literacy skills. Research suggests that children who start school with this skill in place tend to have an easier time learning to read. The best time to help children develop this skill is before they start formal schooling. During this interactive workshop, you will learn about phonological awareness and how to help children develop this skill through simple activities, games, and music. Learn how phonological awareness can be fostered throughout your day with minimal planning. 1.5 hours of continuing education earned by attending this workshop.

Wednesday, October 13 (registration begins September 13)
6-7:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 16 (registration begins September 16)
10-11:30 a.m.
Mill Road Library

Literacy and Play
Play is the work of children and a very enjoyable way to spend time with them. This session will explore ways that you can help guide children’s learning through fun activities that are designed to foster the development of early literacy. Learn ways that incorporate the Six Skills of early literacy into play activities for children. 1.5 hours continuing education earned by attending this workshop.

Saturday, October 23 (registration begins September 23)
10-11:30 a.m.
East Library

Spanish Workshop -
Taller para proveedores de cuidado infantil en español
La alfabetización y el juego
El trabajo de los niños se basa en el juego, el cual se convierte en un momento muy agradable para pasar con ellos. Este taller explorará métodos en que usted pueda ayudar a guiarles el aprendizaje a través de actividades divertidas que están diseñadas para fomentar el desarrollo de la alfabetización temprana. Aprenda cómo incorporar las seis destrezas para la alfabetización temprana en los juegos para niños. Al asistir a este taller, se ganarán 1.5 horas de educación continua. Se requiere una inscripción previa, llame al (414) 286-BOOK. El cupo es limitado y sólo se aceptará los participantes quienes se han inscrito. No se permite asistir con niños.

sábado 13 de noviembre (inscripción empiece el 13 de octubre)
10-11:30 a.m.
Zablocki Library

Wonderful Words!: Developing Vocabulary
The research is clear that the more words a child hears the stronger their vocabulary becomes. A strong vocabulary means stronger reading skills. This session will focus on understanding why an enriched vocabulary is essential and how to help children develop their vocabulary through fun age appropriate activities. 1.5 hours of continuing education earned by attending this workshop.

Tuesday, December 7 (registration begins November 8)
6-7:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 11 (registration begins November 11)
10-11:30 a.m.
East Library