IMC Institute
Professional development opportunities to raise awareness of the value of youth literature, provide strategies for teaching with youth literature and instructional resources, and empower teachers to utilize inclusive youth media.
Books Kids Actually Like
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Come see what books kids, tweens, and teens like to read. We will explore popular books in a variety of genres and formats and learn how to recommend books youth love.
The Craft of Visual Storytelling
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Explore the craft of collage illustration for youth. After learning about the various ways illustrators collage to tell stories, we will create our own visual stories.
Defending Rebellious Books
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Let’s discuss the state of censorship and book banning across the nation and locally. Together we will create book rationales for incorporating the use of diverse books in classrooms.
Teacher Maker Day
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
You are invited to the Makerspace to create materials for your future classroom. Don’t have ideas? We will provide examples and inspiration to help get you started.