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Summer of Space

Visit Our Event Campaign Page   Celebrating 60 Years of Space Exploration In the summer of 2019, 16,000 libraries across the country celebrated space exploration in their summer reading programs. The slogan “A Universe of Stories” was chosen by library professionals to help inspire children of all ages to dream big, believe in themselves, and create their own story. The Collaborative Summer Library Program and STAR Net partnered to share STEM resources with these libraries. The 2019 summer learning program coincided with NASA’s 60 years of achievement and its celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing.

Getting Apollo Astronauts to the Moon and Safely Back to Earth

Watch Recorded Webinar Getting Apollo Astronauts to the Moon and Safely Back to Earth Note: This webinar is brought to you by NASA’s Astromaterials Research and Exploration Science Division (Johnson Space Center) President John Kennedy committed America to landing men on the Moon by 1970 with the words: “I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to Earth.”  Mr. Woodfill will share his story of fulfilling the President’s words as the Apollo Program Spacecraft Warning System Engineer to return “him safely to the Earth.” The [...]

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing

Watch Recorded Webinar Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing What was the sequence of this incredible mission? Where on the Moon did they land? And how did they return safely to Earth? Watch a guided recreation of Apollo 11’s journey to see how this mission was executed by crew members and mission control in Houston. This live OpenSpace webcast was brought to you by the STAR Library Network’s NASA@ My Library program in partnership with the American Museum of Natural History.

50th Anniversary of Apollo Moon Landing

Visit Our Event Campaign Page   Humanity's First Step Onto Another World What was the sequence of this incredible mission? Where on the Moon did they land? And how did they return safely to Earth? Watch a guided recreation (video to your right) of Apollo 11’s journey to see how this mission was executed by crew members and mission control in Houston. Did your library view the live or recorded webcast? If so, please take a moment to complete the AMNH OpenSpace Audience Survey. This live OpenSpace webcast was brought to you by the STAR Library Network’s NASA@ My Library program in partnership with the American Museum of [...]

2019 Computational Thinking

View Workshop Photo Gallery 2019 Computational Thinking Workshop View the above Flikr Photo Gallery for this past event.

NASA In-flight Education Downlink

Visit Our Event Campaign Page   Connecting Kids with Astronauts Through Libraries Slover Library, one of the most technologically advanced libraries in Virginia, was selected by NASA to host a live In-flight Education Downlink on August 9, 2019 from the International Space Station with NASA astronaut Nick Hague. Note: Nick is replacing Christina and Drew as the participating astronaut for this event. In the summer of 2019, 16,000 libraries across the country will celebrate space exploration in their summer reading programs. The slogan “A Universe of Stories” was chosen by library professionals to help inspire children of all ages to dream big, believe in themselves, and create their own [...]

Computational Thinking in Your Library – Day 1

Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Link Bank Computational Thinking in Your Library What do you think of when you hear the term, “Computational Thinking?” It’s more than just working with computers! Computational Thinking is a mindset and a way of approaching critical thinking that can be used to solve problems across every aspect of our lives. In this modern age, it is more and more important for all community members to develop these pivotal thinking skills – that’s where libraries come in! In our 2019-2020 STAR Net Webinar Series Kick-off, we’ll be taking a look at Computational Thinking [...]

Computational Thinking in Your Library – Day 2

Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Link Bank Computational Thinking in Your Library What do you think of when you hear the term, “Computational Thinking?” It’s more than just working with computers! Computational Thinking is a mindset and a way of approaching critical thinking that can be used to solve problems across every aspect of our lives. In this modern age, it is more and more important for all community members to develop these pivotal thinking skills – that’s where libraries come in! In our 2019-2020 STAR Net Webinar Series Kick-off, we’ll be taking a look at Computational Thinking [...]

Ready, Set, Create! How Engineers and Libraries Can Collaborate to Make a World of Difference

Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Link Bank Ready, Set, Create! How Engineers and Libraries Can Collaborate to Make a World of Difference From the sidewalks that we walk on to the buildings that we work in, engineering is all around us. Libraries are a wonderful place for patrons to learn about engineering due to their inclusive nature, inquisitive staff, and informal atmosphere. Join the STAR Library Network as we go over resources, hands-on activities, and lessons-learned from Project BUILD, a collaborative project between STAR Net, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and the University of [...]

Lights On Afterschool

Visit Our Event Campaign Page   Celebrating Library-Afterschool Partnerships Public libraries and afterschool programs share the common goal of providing safe and enriching environments for participating children and engaging families in their communities. Across the country, 10.2 million kids attend afterschool programs where they have access to a healthy snack or a meal, academic help, and enrichment activities like reading, STEM, and art. Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families, and communities. This year afterschool-library partnerships are continuing to be celebrated as an official theme for Lights On Afterschool! [...]

Citizen Science Month (and Beyond!) at Your Library

Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Link Bank Citizen Science Month (and Beyond!) at Your Library Citizen science can open up a world of free STEAM learning opportunities for library patrons. From identifying butterflies to measuring light pollution, citizen science offers unique ways to engage every patron and allow them to contribute to the greater scientific community. With welcoming environments and equitable access to resources, libraries can serve as a central hub for citizen science in their communities! The STAR Library Network (STAR Net) is excited to showcase impactful STEAM learning opportunities that put a focus on [...]

Imagine Your Story… with a STEAM Twist!

Watch Recorded Webinar View Presentation Slides Download Link Bank Imagine Your Story… with a STEAM Twist! It’s never too early to start thinking about next summer! When designing your programming for the 2020 theme, “Imagine Your Story,” remember to look up at the night sky for inspiration. Join the STAR Net team and Luke Kralik, Organizational Coordinator for CSLP, to learn all about this year’s theme and exciting, hands-on STEAM activities that will help you bring it to life at your library. We’ll discuss programming ideas, useful resources, and tips for engaging your community!

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