1. Oshawa Public Libraries JK- Grade 8 Brianne Wilkins-Bester

2. Potential Barriers Schools Transit Funding Red tape Closures/amalgamations Behavioural issues Public Libraries Staffing Space Mandates Poor promotion

3. Class Visits: Things to Consider School to library vs. library to school All schools vs. targeted selection Basic tour vs. curriculum specific # of visits per class Designated days and times Staffing

4. Make it Fun! Put the ball in their court Use technology Plan a scavenger hunt Choose a funny book/story Be flexible Challenge them to return

5. JK- Grade 8 Visits 2008-2009 class visit statistics 11 visits 2009-2010 class visit statistics 40 visits September – December 2010 19 visits

6. Book a Librarian! 16 schools targeted 5 schools booked = 30% Print vs. digital formats of brochure

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19. Outreach Opportunities Staff meetings Meet the Teacher Night Welcome to Kindergarten Fun Fairs Parent-Teacher Interviews

20. Partnership Opportunities Battle of the Books Forest of Reading Author Visits Public Speaking Contests Every Child a Card/Incentive Programmes Assignment Assistant