Program+Description

Final Draft - Program Description

Hey, Here is the most up to date version of the Program Description. It will hopefully be finalized no later than Tuesday, April 14.


 * Statement of Purpose**

The purpose of this program is to promote the concept of visual storytelling among school-aged children. There is a strong emphasis on the importance of books in child development; however, there is often a backlash against the value of media literacy in education. We know that stories can be read on a page; however, there must be an increased focus on teaching children to read various types of visual media.

The Visual Storytelling program will allow children to experience various types of stories through the use of books, films, television and theatrical plays. The children will become visual storytellers themselves by having the opportunity to create projects within the library using current technology.


 * __Goals__**
 * To introduce children to the concept of visual storytelling and the many ways one can read both textually and visually.
 * To explore various texts including books, films, television, and theatrical plays, and identify the unique characteristics by which they present a story.
 * To have children become visual storytellers through the use of technology and the creation of their own visual narratives.


 * __Target Audience__**


 * The program will launch during the summer at the Central Branch of the Brooklyn Public Library, as well as two other branches within the urban library system. The participants for the Visual Storytelling program will be school- aged children between the ages of 9 – 12. Each location will allow up to 20 children to participate in the summer-long project. Children must sign up for the program due to limitations in technology, supplies, and space. Registration will begin in April, ideally during the spring break period. Consent from parents/caregivers is a requirement to participate in the program. Parents/caregivers must also sign release forms for any video recording or promotional materials that are produced and distributed. The ideal candidates for the project should be able to devote a certain amount of time to this program per week. **

I have attached the working document that will serve as the Program Description. Please read it over and post any comments you may have. There is still a lot to be figured out and added, but I think it's a really great start.