Servicing Latinos in School Libraries Cindy Lancaster LS 501 Fall 2011

2010 Census Data Largest minority at 16%

States with Largest Growth

Background Knowledge Use the term “Latino” 20 different Spanish speaking countries Educational attainment is a huge concern High value on being able to maintain customs, language, and culture

English Language Learners Remain bilingual Only speak Spanish in their homes Lack oral language skills which causes reading difficulties

Equitable Access

Every aspect of the library should say loudly and clearly, “The library belongs to everyone”

Mor e Reasons Need for high-quality, original works in Spanish published in the U.S. and in other countries All children love to see their own experiences, languages, and perceptions reflected in books

Ideas for Improving Personally learn Spanish Learn basic words or phrases in Spanish Build relationship with ESL teachers Make adaptations to the cataloging system Consider bilingual signage

Latino Crafts

Latino Celebrations

Teach Cognates English Word Spanish Word doctor doctor artist artista university universidad instruction instruccíon

Collection Development Authentic representation of the Latino culture Avoid cultural stereotypes Shelving Latino resources Place special markings on the spine of the book

Wordless Picture Books

Bilingual Books

Resources in English & Spanish

Latino Book Award Winners Pura Belpré Award Tomás Riveria Award Américas Award

Traditional Literature, Songs, & Rhymes

Biographies about Latinos

More Collection Development Ideas Spanish MagazinesFree Digital Books Online

Recommendations Purchase Latino book award winners

Recommendations Criticas book reviews Imagínense Libros blog REFORMA’s Children and Young Adult Services Bibliographies in texts about servicing Latinos

Expanding Your Knowledge Get involved in REFORMA Attend conferences such as the National Latino Children's Literature Conference Attend the Feria International del Libro (FIL) in Guadalajara, Mexico

Most Valuable Resource Celebrating Cuentos Dr. Jamie C. Naidoo, ed. 2011

References Adamich, Tom. “El Objetivo de la Catalogación para Asuntos de Acceso Equitativo – The Purpose of the Cataloging for Matters of the Equitable Access: Spanish- Language Cataloging and ‘Everyday’ Approaches for Non-Native English Speakers.” Knowledge Quest 37.5 (2009): Academic Search Premier. Web. 22 Sept Allen, Adela A., ed. Library Services for Hispanic Children: A Guide for Public and School Librarians. Phoenix, AZ: Oryx, Print. Brown, Nancy J. “The Role of the Media Specialist in Elementary Schools with a Majority Limited English Proficiency Latino Enrollment.” Journal of Education for Library and Information Science 44.3/4 (2003): JSTOR. Web. 22 Sept Byrd, Susannah, M. ¡Bienvenidos! ¡Welcome!: A Handy Resource Guide for Marketing Your Library to Latinos. Chicago: American Library Association, Print.

References Ennis, Sharon P, and Merarys Rios-Vargus, and Nora G. Albert. The Hispanic Population: U.S. Census Bureau, Web. 4 Nov Kuglin, Mandee. “Latino Outreach: Making Día a Fiesta of Family Literacy.” Children & Libraries: The Journal of the Association for Library Service to Children 7.3 (2009): Academic Search Premier. Web. 20 Sept Montelongo, José A. “Library Instruction and Spanish-English Cognate Recognition.” Teacher Librarian 38.2 (2010): Library Literature and Information Science. Web. 7 Oct Naidoo, Jamie C., ed. Celebrating Cuentos: Promoting Latino Children’s Literature and Literacy in Classrooms and Libraries. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited, Print. Pavon, Ana-Elba, and Diana Borrego. 25 Latino Craft Projects. Chicago: American Library Association, Print.

References Saenz, Terry I., and Denise M. Felix. “English-Speaking Latino Parents’ Literacy Practices in Southern California.” Communications Disorder Quarterly 28.2 (2007): Communication & Mass Media Complete. Web. 22 Sept Saldaña, Rene, Jr. “The Bilingual Book Club: A Family Affair.” Teacher Librarian 36.3 (2009): Library Literature and Information Science. Web. 7 Oct Sánchez, Claudia, et al. “Encouraging Spanish-Speaking Families’ Involvement through Dichos.” Journal of Latinos and Education 9.3 (2010) Academic Search Premier. Web. 22 Sept Sepúlveda, Juan. “Striving for Excellence in Hispanic Education.” National Civic Review 99.2 (2010): Academic Search Premier. Web. 20 Sept

Online Resources Criticas Spanish Language Authors and Book Reviews Imagínense Libros blog REFORMA’s Children and Young Adult Services web page: National Latino Children's Literature Conference Feria International del Libro (FIL)