What's on at the SLA this week...

Date: 15 01 2024

Your weekly round-up of all the exciting events not to be missed this week.

  

Using Books to Talk about Dying, Death and Bereavement

Wednesday 17th January, 10am - 11am

Bereavement affects all ages, including young people. Yet, often children and teenagers are left out of conversations about the end of life. Join Dr Alison Waller for this session that will explore adolescent grief and the creative ways to discuss it, including the best books to use.

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Plus, coming up next week...

 

Teenagers’ Reading: Enjoyment And Engagement

Monday 22nd January, 3.30pm - 4.30pm

How do we combat the decline in teenagers' reading enjoyment and engagement? Join University of Edinburgh Literacy Lab's Dr Sarah McGeown and Charlotte Webber to hear feedback from teenagers on reading attitudes, as well as practical ideas for how to support their reading practices.

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SLA Lancashire Branch Event 2024

Thursday 25th January, 9am - 2.45pm

Members are invited to a day of speakers, sharing best practice and an opportunity to tour the historic libraries and museum at Stonyhurst College.

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New To School Libraries

Thursday 25th January, 9am - 4.30pm

"Truly inspirational... so many wonderful ideas for the future of my library!" - Delegate Feedback

Are you new to school libraries and seeking some guidance? Our popular course covers every aspect of school librarianship to ensure you and your school library thrive!

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2024 Enterprise of the Year Award Shortlist

Posted on 09/05/2024
The Enterprise of the Year Award, running since 2022, celebrates one-off or progressive projects which contribute towards reading and literacy in schools.

2024 CLiPPA Shortlist Announced

Posted on 08/05/2024
Shortlist announced for the UK’s leading award for published poetry for children.

Alligator’s Mouth Award 2024

Posted on 01/05/2024
The award champions both authors and illustrators of highly illustrated children’s fiction.