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It is with a heavy heart and an enormous sense of appreciation that I pen down the final reflection of my practicum experience at Fairbanks Library. Serving as a link between information seekers and providers at this library has been nothing short of extraordinary for me. As a whole, this experience was everything I could have expected and more. From directing story time for children and interacting with young readers at the children’s section to training community members on

( Week of December 1st Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Bittersweet Farewell: Reflecting on My Final Week at the Fairbanks Library This week was my last week at the library in Fairbanks. It was a very bittersweet end to my time here. I did not realize how difficult it would be to say goodbye to such a fantastic team. I wanted to do something special, so I wrote everyone I worked with a personal card and brought in bags of coffee and candy bars for everyone to share. My c

Week 14 ( Week of November 17th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -5) Engaging in Technology Training: Setting Up for a Valuable Patron Program This week at my internship at the Fairbanks library was particularly memorable as I had the opportunity to help set up for and sit in on a tech program designed for patrons. The program focuses on teaching how to use different applications on computers and smartphones like Word, PowerPoint, and the Harris Count Public Library app The

Week 13 ( Week of November 10th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Celebrating Success: A Heartwarming Bear-Themed Story Time Experience I’m thrilled to share that our bear-themed story time for autistic children at the Action Behavior Center was a fantastic success! Using the gym ended up working out well. While a few kids had difficulty paying attention to the activities, many truly engaged and enjoyed the experience, which was incredibly heartwarming to see. They enjoye

Week 12  ( Week of November 3rd, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Preparing for a Bear-Themed Story Time: Embracing Autumn's Chill At the library this week, the branch manager and I have been preparing for a story time for the autistic children I work with at the Action Behavior Center. We decided to do a bear-themed story time because of the chillier weather that fall has brought. We have been previewing the library’s bear-themed books and have finally decided on our stor

Week 11   ( Week of October 27th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Diving into Dinovember: Curating a Collection of Dinosaur Books Well, I finally took the plunge and did it! I pulled all the dinosaur books I could find for the juvenile picture book and juvenile fiction sections for Dinovember, which officially began last week! I had such a great time selecting all these books for display, and I am so excited to share them! Adding Flair with Canva: Designing Vibrant Poster

Combining Internship and Outreach: Volunteering at the Children’s Boo Festival, Promoting Library Resources and Engaging Families at the Outreach Event Week 10  ( Week of October 20th , Wednesday 5-8 Friday 2-5 and Saturday 8:30 -1) This past week, during my practicum, I was lucky enough to combine my internship with my job at Action Behavior Centers by volunteering for an outreach event at the annual Children’s Boo Festival. It was not only fun, but it also allowed me to e

Week 9  ( Week of October 13th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 - 1) Creating a "DINOVEMBER" Display: Igniting Imagination Through Dinosaur This week at my library practicum, I was excited to be given the opportunity to create my own children’s display for November, and I chose the theme "DINOVEMBER." This lively theme allows children to explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs while celebrating their imagination and love for reading. The process involved careful planning a

Week 8 ( Week of October 6th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Hello, fellow book lovers and library enthusiasts! Today, I want to share a delightful experience from my recent library internship that perfectly blended nostalgia with family fun. As someone who has always been passionate about reading and community engagement, working at the library has been a dream come true. This week, I had the joy of reconnecting with my childhood through a beloved book series and making

Week 7  ( Week of September 29th, Tuesday 8-5 Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Discovering the Joys and Benefits of Baby and Preschool Story Times One of the great things this week was getting to assist with baby and preschool story times at the library. In addition to being one of the most popular and wonderful events at the library for very young children, it offers a host of developmental benefits for kids. Counting Participants: Demonstrating Popularity and Ensuring P

Week 6 ( Week of September 22nd, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Proactively Seeking Strategies to Engage Children with Autism in Reading This week at my library practicum, I decided to take the initiative and ask my librarian for advice on how to engage the children at my job, a behavioral center for children with autism, with books and the library. I wanted to explore creative ways to encourage these kids to discover the joys of reading and the resources available to

Week 5    ( Week of September 15th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Urgent Assistance in the Library During my library practicum, we had a memorable experience when a woman urgently needed several important documents printed just before closing time. She explained that these papers were crucial for something significant she had that evening, and she was understandably stressed because the library's public printer was malfunctioning and causing her considerable frustration

Week 4   ( Week of September 8th , Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Learning the Library Card Creation Process This week at the library I had the opportunity to practice the process of creating a library card. The process is done through the software, Workflows. My supervisor explained each function and why accuracy is essential. We followed each step for creating a library card, learning to collect a patron’s name, address, pin, code word or mothers maiden name, (in case

Week 3 ( Week of September 1st, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) As I embarked on my practicum journey, I was filled with excitement and a bit of nervousness. The world of libraries has always fascinated me, and now I had the chance to dive deep into it. This experience was not just about observing; it was about actively engaging with the community, learning new skills, and understanding the vital role libraries play in our society. Throughout my time in the library, I dis

Week One ( Week of August 18th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30 -1) Starting a new journey can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. As I embarked on my library practicum, I felt a mix of anticipation and curiosity. What would I learn? How would I fit into the library community? These questions buzzed in my mind as I stepped through the doors of the library for the first time. During my first week, I was introduced to various aspects of library operations. From shelving books

Week Two (Week of August 25th, Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 8:30-1 As I stepped into my second week of the library practicum, I felt a mix of excitement and curiosity. The first week had already opened my eyes to the world of libraries, but I knew there was so much more to learn. This week, I focused on understanding the daily operations, interacting with patrons, and exploring the various resources available. Each day brought new challenges and insights that deepened my apprec