Apply by February 15 for a Great Stories Club program grant! Connect with hard-to-reach, underserved teens by conducting a Great Stories Club reading and discussion program in your library. All libraries located within or working in partnership with facilities serving troubled teens are eligible to apply. Online applications will be accepted through February 15 (extended deadline) at <http://www.ala.org/greatstories> www.ala.org/greatstories.
The Great Stories Club program reaches troubled teens through books that are relevant to their lives, inviting them to read and keep the books, and encourages them to consider and discuss each title with a group of their peers. By demonstrating that reading can be a source of pleasure, a tool for self-exploration and a meaningful way to connect to the wider world, the program will inspire young adults who face difficult situations to take control of their lives by embracing the power of reading. Successful applicants will receive 11 sets of three theme-related books to provide to members of the book club to keep, along with online resources to plan and implement the program. To assist with program-related expenses, some libraries will also receive a small cash grant. For a list of the titles included, guidelines and the online application, visit <http://www.ala.org/greatstories> www.ala.org/greatstories. You may also wish to review the Great Stories Club Resource Guide posted on this site as you plan your library's application. It includes helpful information about establishing partnerships with juvenile detention centers, residential treatment facilities, alternative high schools, and other youth outreach organizations. With questions, please contact the ALA Public Programs Office, <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> [EMAIL PROTECTED] ALA Public Programs Office 50 E. Huron, Chicago IL 60611 (800) 545-2433, ext. 5045 [Thanks to Lisa Youngblood of Harker Heights for this information.] Laurie _______________________________________________ ctls-l mailing list [email protected] http://ctls.net/mailman/listinfo/ctls-l_ctls.net
