Lisa Kropp

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How Can Youth Services Staff Meet Early Learning Needs in 2017? | First Steps

How Can Youth Services Staff Meet Early Learning Needs in 2017? | First Steps

Lisa G. Kropp,  Jan 25, 2017

Look at the library through an outsider’s eyes to see why some families still don’t use the library. Then make a plan to get those families involved, and pitch it to your supervisor.
Why toys should be in every children’s department—and how to make it happen | First Steps

Why toys should be in every children’s department—and how to make it happen | First Steps

Lisa G. Kropp,  Sep 28, 2016

Here are easy ideas for integrating the learning power of play into your public library.
Innovative Outreach To Help the Youngest Learners

Innovative Outreach To Help the Youngest Learners

Lisa G. Kropp,  Jul 26, 2016

Librarians around the country are showing ingenuity and resolve in early learning outreach. Lisa G. Kropp reports.
Screen Gems: High-Quality Picture Ebooks and Apps for Tots

Screen Gems: High-Quality Picture Ebooks and Apps for Tots

Lisa G. Kropp,  Jul 22, 2016

Advice on making smart app and ebook choices for the under-five set.
Learning to Like Mother Goose Scripts | First Steps

Learning to Like Mother Goose Scripts | First Steps

Lisa G. Kropp,  Jun 09, 2016

During early learning programs with patrons who speak Russian, Turkish, and other languages at home, handouts with the words to rhymes and songs become adult learning tools.
Scribble: How to Grow Budding Writers

Scribble: How to Grow Budding Writers

Lisa G. Kropp,  May 10, 2016

Public libraries are providing rich early-learning writing experiences with paper and pencil—along with chunky crayons, water, paintbrushes, and even a dollop of shaving cream.
The Best Early-Learning Blogs | First Steps

The Best Early-Learning Blogs | First Steps

Lisa G. Kropp | Blogs,  Apr 05, 2016

Blogs about flannelboards, rhymes, and creative play are among Lisa Kropp's top picks.
Fairy Tale Programming Is Alive and Well

Fairy Tale Programming Is Alive and Well

Lisa G. Kropp,  Feb 04, 2016

Renewed interest in fairy and folktales has librarians across the country coming up with clever themed programming, some around making and STEM.
Get Ready for Take Your Child to the Library Day 2016!

Get Ready for Take Your Child to the Library Day 2016!

Lisa G. Kropp,  Jan 14, 2016

This initiative, started in Connecticut five years ago, is growing by leaps and bounds. Here's how—and why—to join in the fun.
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