Camp Read-a-Rama Training

2006 Northwest 65th Street,Seattle WA 98117

04 March, 2023

Description

To realize the mission of Camp Read-a-Rama “to make the U.S. more literate, one child and one book at a time,” we seek to train those in educational institutions, libraries, and other youth-facing organizations across the country who want to get children excited about reading. Camp Read-a-Rama’s training (6-8 hours) prepares educators, librarians, and others who want to bring Camp Read-a-Rama programs to their communities. The hands-on, interactive training walks attendees through the process of choosing a theme, books, and activities, while it gives you the experience of 100% engagement that campers get in the program. Instruction in cultural competence and trauma-informed care will help participants frame the camp program for their diverse communities. Centering Books in the Read-a-Rama Program Critical analysis of picture book art and textInteractive read-aloud techniquesConnecting books with interdisciplinary activitiesCreating rich book discussions that foster critical thinkingUsing diverse books to counter stereotypesIncreasing cultural competence for “out of your comfort zone” programmingFostering relationships around booksEncouraging agency in readers Programming for 100% engagement Taking “100% Engagement” programming seriouslyUsing songs & music for programming and transitionsManaging mixed-age groups “Zipper” songs—creating new songs from familiar tunes Good chants and repeat songs for camp transitionsAvoiding racist songsBuilding Camp Read-a-Rama programming around community engagementOnline Read-a-Rama programmingPlanning field trips that continue 100% engagementFamily literacy event programmingProviding a Safe and Welcoming Camp EnvironmentTrauma-informed Care Training The importance of equity in Camp Read-a-Rama programmingCamper documents (paperwork, fliers, scheduling, etc,)Camp staff & Counselor-in-Training documents (training, safety, paperwork and learning resources, etc.)Site-Directors’ Manual