1. Servicing Latinos in School Libraries Cindy Lancaster LS 501 Fall 2011

2. 2010 Census Data Largest minority at 16%

3. States with Largest Growth

4. 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

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

6. Equitable Access

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

8. 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

9. 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

10. Latino Crafts

11. Latino Celebrations

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

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

14. Wordless Picture Books

15. Bilingual Books

16. Resources in English & Spanish

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

18. Traditional Literature, Songs, & Rhymes

19. Biographies about Latinos

20. More Collection Development Ideas Spanish MagazinesFree Digital Books Online

21. Recommendations Purchase Latino book award winners

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

23. 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

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

25. 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): 42-47. Academic Search Premier. Web. 22 Sept. 2011. Allen, Adela A., ed. Library Services for Hispanic Children: A Guide for Public and School Librarians. Phoenix, AZ: Oryx, 1987. 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): 266-275. JSTOR. Web. 22 Sept. 2011. Byrd, Susannah, M. ¡Bienvenidos! ¡Welcome!: A Handy Resource Guide for Marketing Your Library to Latinos. Chicago: American Library Association, 2005. Print.

26. References Ennis, Sharon P, and Merarys Rios-Vargus, and Nora G. Albert. The Hispanic Population: 2010. U.S. Census Bureau, 2011. Web. 4 Nov. 2011. 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): 42-46. Academic Search Premier. Web. 20 Sept. 2011. Montelongo, José A. “Library Instruction and Spanish-English Cognate Recognition.” Teacher Librarian 38.2 (2010): 32-6. Library Literature and Information Science. Web. 7 Oct. 2011. Naidoo, Jamie C., ed. Celebrating Cuentos: Promoting Latino Children’s Literature and Literacy in Classrooms and Libraries. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited, 2011. Print. Pavon, Ana-Elba, and Diana Borrego. 25 Latino Craft Projects. Chicago: American Library Association, 2003. Print.

27. References Saenz, Terry I., and Denise M. Felix. “English-Speaking Latino Parents’ Literacy Practices in Southern California.” Communications Disorder Quarterly 28.2 (2007): 93-106. Communication & Mass Media Complete. Web. 22 Sept. 2011. Saldaña, Rene, Jr. “The Bilingual Book Club: A Family Affair.” Teacher Librarian 36.3 (2009): 27-32. Library Literature and Information Science. Web. 7 Oct. 2011. Sánchez, Claudia, et al. “Encouraging Spanish-Speaking Families’ Involvement through Dichos.” Journal of Latinos and Education 9.3 (2010) 239-248. Academic Search Premier. Web. 22 Sept 2011. Sepúlveda, Juan. “Striving for Excellence in Hispanic Education.” National Civic Review 99.2 (2010): 15-20. Academic Search Premier. Web. 20 Sept. 2011.

28. Online Resources Criticas Spanish Language Authors and Book Reviews http://www.libraryjournal.com/csp/cms/sites/LJ/Reviews/Spanish/index.csp Imagínense Libros blog http://imaginenselibros.blogspot.com/ REFORMA’s Children and Young Adult Services web page: http://reforma.membershipsoftware.org/content.asp?pl=59&sl=9&contentid=87 http://reforma.membershipsoftware.org/content.asp?pl=59&sl=9&contentid=87 National Latino Children's Literature Conference http://www.latinochildlitconf.org/ Feria International del Libro (FIL) www.fil.com.mx