Chicago Public Library Foundation

In partnership with the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago Public Library will refine, document, and disseminate professional development resources for librarians focused on facilitating STEM-focused participatory learning experiences for children. Building on the firm foundation of the Library's well established Summer Learning Challenge program, this grant will provide professional development for more than 180 librarians in Chicago Public Library and King County Library System, increasing their capacity to deliver high quality STEM learning opportunities for children. Resources developed over the course of the grant will be shared broadly with the field.