Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm
Bullock Room (Room #309)


This year our Family Literacy Symposium will last all year.  Join us each month for free classes on literacy topics throughout the year, including: 
 

Why Did They Pick That Book? Behind the Scenes of Children’s Book Awards 
A behind-the-scenes peek at how book award committees make their decisions. Learn more about the criteria and how you can apply to serve on a committee. Presented by Carla Morris, Provo Library Children's Services Manager, 2013 Geisel Award Chair, 2004 Caldecott Committee member
February 12 

Puppy Dog Tails: Books for Boys 
Can boys and reading coexist? They can! Discover the many new book titles aimed at the boy reader including fiction, informational books, graphic novels, and more. Presented by Gene Nelson, Provo Library Director. 
March 12  
 

Book Clubs: Ideas for Getting and Keeping the Discussion Going

• Ways to establish and organize a new group

• How to select books that invite conversation

• Fun and inventive ways to ignite discussion and encourage participation

• Ideas for using online and library resources to enrich your meetings

Presented by Carla Zollinger & Breanne Gilroy.

 April 12 

I’m Too Old to Be Read To! The Benefits of Reading Aloud and How to Get Your Kids to Love It
May 14 
 

Sink or Swim…or Float: Strategies for Reluctant Readers
Presented by Nancy L. Peterson, Ed. D., Elementary Education Professor, UVU
June 11 
 

Book Swap: Come swap your gently used books for new ones to read!
July 9 
 

The Quest for Quality: Strategies and Tools for Finding Your Next Favorite Book
August 13 
 

Beyond the Books: Literacy and Libraries in an Electronic Age
September 10 
 

Angels and Fairies and Dystopians: Oh My!: Books and Trends in Teen Literature 
Presented by Gene Nelson, Provo Library Director
October 8 
 

Folklore in Literature
November 12