Getting Started
Here you will find resources and information for planning, advocating for, and evaluating your summer reading program. (See Programming Resources for program tips and ideas.)
Planning and Preparation
Here you will find a checklist for preparing your summer reading program, and a planning timeline created by the Collaborative Summer Library Program for summer reading 2008.
CSLP Program Materials
Practical information about the Collaborative Summer Library Program’s materials, including the manual, the graphics CD-ROM, and the items available for purchase, including product testing documentation from CSLP. Information includes ordering deadlines and a Highsmith order form available for download.
Finding and Working With Community Partners
Information coming soon.
Evaluating Your Summer Reading Program
To help you prepare for this survey, we have included a list of the information that we will be asking you to send to us at the end of the summer.
The Value of Summer Reading
Information about the value of summer reading programs that can be used when advocating for your program, fundraising, and promoting your program.
The California Summer Reading Program is a project of the California Library Association, supported by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) is the sponsoring organization for the 2008 Summer Library Program. Artwork is for use by CSLP members only. Copyright 2007-2008 by Highsmith Inc. All rights reserved. No images may be reproduced without written permission.