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Readers Advisory for Teens Competency: Readers' Advisory 11/14/24 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Figuring out what teens want to read can be tricky. This webinar will offer communication tips and familiarize you with titles, authors and trends that will help ensure teens won’t leave the library empty-handed.
Learning Objectives:
Learn questions you can ask teens to help them find their next good book
Recognize some concerns that may arise during a Teen RA experience and appropriate responses
Familiarize yourself with popular titles, authors and trends, as well as perennial favorites.
Presenters:
Mel Vavra is the Teen Librarian at Brunswick branch of the Medina County District Library System. She has been making the public library memorable for teens since 2015.
Natalie Keller is a Reference Librarian at the Brunswick branch of the Medina County District Library System. From 2021-2024, she served as an Associate with MCDL, where she gained Reference experience with all ages, including children and teens. She earned her MLIS from Kent State in May 2024 and is excited to grow into her new specialization in Adult Services. Possessing an English Literature degree from Kenyon College, she loves to channel her passion for literature into her Reader’s Advisory interactions Location: Online via Zoom
Mel Vavra is the Teen Librarian at Brunswick branch of the Medina County District Library System. She has been making the public library memorable for teens since 2015. 
Natalie Keller is a Reference Librarian at the Brunswick branch of the Medina County District Library System. From 2021-2024, she served as an Associate with MCDL, where she gained Reference experience with all ages, including children and teens. She earned her MLIS from Kent State in May 2024 and is excited to grow into her new specialization in Adult Services. Possessing an English Literature degree from Kenyon College, she loves to channel her passion for literature into her Reader’s Advisory interactions