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Pop YS Live (April 2026) | Ready, Set., Listen: Simple Secrets to Captivate Kids

Ever feel like you’re struggling amidst a room full of wiggly kids, and maybe even a few distracted adults? There's a better way to tame the chaos!

April 8, 2026 1:00 pm
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Youth Services

The State Library's Youth Services program helps library staff become active, creative, and inspiring members of their libraries and communities.

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Group of young children being read a story by a librarian.

Plant the Reading Seed: A Summer Reading Bibliography for All Ages

Once again, Janeé and Sam take you through one of the best-kept secrets of the iREAD Resource Guide… The Bibliographies!

March 17, 2026 11:00 am

Summer Reading Summit (NW - Rockwell City PL)

The (FREE!) Summer Reading Summits are designed to help you in your Summer Reading planning.

March 12, 2026 9:30 am

Summer Reading Summit (NC - Clarion PL)

The (FREE!) Summer Reading Summits are designed to help you in your Summer Reading planning.

March 11, 2026 9:30 am

Summer Reading Summit (NE - Oelwine PL)

The (FREE!) Summer Reading Summits are designed to help you in your Summer Reading planning.

March 10, 2026 9:30 am

Summer Reading Summit (SE - Coralville PL)

The (FREE!) Summer Reading Summits are designed to help you in your Summer Reading planning.

March 6, 2026 9:30 am

Summer Reading Summit (SW - Atlantic PL)

The (FREE!) Summer Reading Summits are designed to help you in your Summer Reading planning.

March 4, 2026 9:30 am

Summer Reading Summit (CE District - Johnston PL)

The (FREE!) Summer Reading Summits are designed to help you in your Summer Reading planning.

March 3, 2026 9:30 am

Check It Out (February 2026)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

February 24, 2026 11:00 am
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Kids Program Resources

The 2026 All Iowa Reads selection for kids is THE TROUBLE WITH HEROES by Kate Messner.

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Teen Program Resources

The 2026 All Iowa Reads selection for teens is STRONG LIKE YOU by T.L. Simpson.

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Book cover of Strong Like You next to headshot of author T.L. Simpson.

POP YS Live: (February 2026): Strategies for An Adaptable and Accessible Summer Reading Program

In this edition of POP YS Live, we'll take a look at how to create a more welcoming and adaptable Summer Reading Program.

February 11, 2026 1:00 pm

All Iowa Reads 2026: Exploring the Shortlists Webinar

Join us for this hour-long webinar that introduces you to the 2026 All Iowa Reads shortlists for Adults, Teens, & Kids.

February 10, 2026 11:00 am

Check It Out (January 2026)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

January 27, 2026 11:00 am

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