Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium 2025
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Item 2025 Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium Impact Report(2025-05) McMurray, KhrismaThe Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium provides an opportunity for Indiana librarians, educators, and literacy advocates to network and learn more about a specific literacy topic each year. This report details the impact of this year's Symposium which focused on gaming and play literacy.Item Networking Name Tag(2025)Name Tag Design used as a part of the Kismet Connections activity done at the 2025 Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium.Item Let's Get Dicey: Rolling for and Taking the Initiative to Use Games in the Classroom(2025-04-17) Maixner, Gary; Kermit-Canfield, MariThis interactive presentation by Mari Kermit-Canfield and Gary R. Maixner III showcases how game-based learning can be used to enhance classroom engagement and teach critical research skills. It features original educational games like Search&Destroy that blend play with academic outcomes.Item Project Game Design: Bringing the Young Inventor’s Challenge® to Your Learning Community(2025-04-17) Kramer, KymThe main slide deck outlines practical strategies for implementing the Young Inventor’s Challenge® in schools and libraries, while the Inspiration Deck offers real-world examples and crowd-sourced ideas from fellow educators and attendees of the 2025 Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium.Item Kismet Connections(2025)Name Tag Game Instructions and sheet for the Kismet Connections activity done at the 2025 Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium.Item Tabletop RPG Recommendations for All Ages(2025-03-16) Spence, ClaireThis guide features a diverse selection of tabletop role-playing games (RPGs), from kid-friendly storytelling adventures to deep sci-fi epics and horror mysteries created by Monroe County Librarians. Whether you’re a librarian, educator, or curious gamer, this list offers something for every genre, age group, and play style.Item Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium 2025 Booklist(2025-03-09)List of selected books of recommended reading for children, teens and adults regarding gaming and play literacy.Item 2025 Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium Program(2025-04-08)Speakers at the 2025 Indiana Libraries and Literacy Symposium included: Gary R Maixner III, Mari Kermit-Canfield, Kym Kramer, Khrisma McMurray, Claire Spence, Ryan Laferney, Dr. Brittany Garvin, and Natalie Lyon.Item Roll, Draw, Play! Recommended Games for Kids and Teens(2025) LaFerney , RyanThis list includes a mix of card games, board games, and storytelling adventures that are fun, easy to learn, and great for working with kids of all ages. Whether you're running a classroom activity, library program, or just looking for something new to try with a group, these games are sure to get everyone thinking, laughing, and playing together.