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Published on Feb 20, 2018

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

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The Ins & Outs of Books Selection Committee Work
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Abby Moore, Education Librarian

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2014 BFYA Member
2015 BFYA Member
2017 Morris Committee

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Volunteer!

But let's talk about the other stuff first...
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Benefits

of joining a book selection committee
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Access to ARCs

Lots and Lots and Lots of ARCs
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Networking Opportunities

It's WHO you know.

Reader's Advisory

Your skills just keep getting better
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Contribution to your Profession

Outside of your library 
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Collection Development

You know what to order
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Build Trust

with students, with teachers, with parents
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Concerns

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Time Management

Space

Where do you put all of those books? 
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Work/Life Balance

Get organized! 
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Advice

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Get Permission

You'll need time, money, and support

Get Organized

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Ask Yourself:

  • Do I like to read?
  • Do I like the read the books my students read?
  • Am I organized?
  • Am I aware of collection development trends?
  • Can I keep a secret?
  • Do I have time?
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Be Prepared

Books are coming your way.
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Have Fun!

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