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Guide for library staff - Arizona Summer Reading Program

This guide is designed to support library staff in planning, preparing, and executing engaging and effective summer library programs.

Webinar Recordings

If you wish to explore additional content focused on planning and producing a Summer Library Program, these free webinar recordings may be of interest.


Collaborative Summer Library Program 2025 Kickoff featuring Katherine Applegate
Recording, slides, and resources from the online kickoff event featuring 2025 Summer Reading Champion Katherine Applegate. Take note of the passcode shown on this page, as it is required to view the recording, which features presentations about writing and storytelling programming for your summer celebration of the creative arts.


Color Our World with Citizen Science
SciStarter, STAR Net, and the Collaborative Summer Reading Program explore how libraries can bring the 2025 Color Our World theme to life through Citizen Science. Discover hands-on STEM activities for all ages, from exploring the wonders of space to uncovering the mysteries of the deep sea. Learn how these activities align with the theme and provide opportunities for library users to contribute to real-world scientific research.


Collaborative Summer Library Program Summer Symposium
Recordings, slides, and chat boxes from the CSLP Summer Symposium held in December 2024. Take note of the passcode shown on the Summer Symposium page, as it is required to view the recordings Keynote speaker Mychal Threets shared a dialogue talk on "You Belong in Libraries," followed by librarian-led sessions on marketing, process art, and sustainability for all who plan and work with summer library programming for all ages of service, children through adults.


Arizona Summer Reading Recap 2024
Held on Monday, September 30, 2024. Join your colleagues from across the state for the Arizona Summer Reading Recap 2024 virtual meet-up.  We will celebrate our successes and look ahead to summer of 2025 for Color Our World.


CSLP Manual tour

Get ready to explore! Join Donna on a brief overview of the CSLP online programming manual. This resource is packed with innovative ideas and tools to help you elevate your summer programming! ðŸŒŸ https://fb.watch/vvrgf-aQl_/


Media Skills Training for library staff - Recorded webinar 2022

The goal of our media training is to prepare you for your role in representing your organization to market your summer reading program. You will receive tips and tricks on how to prep for media interviews, as well as learn how to predict questions, avoid common traps, and focus on delivering your key messages.