What s NEW in Young Adult Literature and How to Use It in Your Program (Grades 6 12) 2013 Totally New for 2013 2013 Schedule Michigan Detroit May 8 (Livonia) Grand Rapids May 6 Saginaw May 7 (Midland) MI SCECH Available (5 Hours) Presented by DEBORAH HIPES Nationally Recognized Young Adult Literature Expert and Presenter Totally NEW Seminar All NEW Titles for the Year 2013 Debby Hipes will be returning to your area with her annual ALL NEW seminar, sharing the best NEW Young Adult books which have just been recently published and giving you many outstanding ideas for using them in your classroom or library. Designed for Secondary Teachers, School Librarians and Public Librarians hhdozens of the most motivating young adult titles published in the last year hhthe best new young adult books both hardbacks and paperbacks you ll want to add to your collection hhmotivating ideas for enticing adolescent readers to read more books hhoutstanding suggestions for integrating new books into your curriculum or program hhan extensive ALL NEW resource handbook including annotated booklists, ideas for using teen literature, award titles, and more Wisconsin Appleton May 10 (Neenah) Milwaukee May 9 (Glendale) WI Verification of Attendance Available This is an excellent seminar! I wait with anticipation each year for Debby s presentation, not just to spend a whole day soaking in her enthusiasm about books, but for the trip to the bookstore I make afterward! Thank you! Kris James, English Teacher
2 Practical Strategies In this NEW seminar, Debby Hipes will present the best NEW young adult books, both hardbacks and paperbacks. You ll learn innovative ideas for utilizing recently published adolescent literature in your classroom or library. In addition, you ll discover dozens of practical techniques and strategies for tempting your students with new literature written specifically for middle and high school audiences. You will leave this exciting, fast paced seminar with an extensive, up to date resource handbook filled with annotated bibliographies and ideas for using the most current, new books in your classroom or library. This comprehensive resource handbook will be a valuable reference tool to be used again and again as you select young adult books and utilize these outstanding new titles in your own program. Ten Key Benefits of Attending 1. Discover What s New and Best in Different Genres Explore a variety of award winning titles and highly praised, recently published books to tempt teens and inspire reading Incorporate adventure, historical, realistic fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, fantasy, and picture books appropriate for young adults 2. Ally Books with Core Teaching Standards Meet required Common Core language arts standards with books that validate, model and augment learning skills How to beguile students into proficiency with titles that induce reading 3. Create Clamor among Geek and Reluctant Readers Implement new ideas for incorporating the technology teens love to use with books they ll love to read Lure today s hesitant readers with books thematically linked to technology Pinpoint fast paced, readable books for attracting reluctant readers and choose new titles to reach dependent and striving teen readers 4. Trigger Teen Reading with Favorite Authors Favorite Picks Snare readers by matching new writers books with teen reads kids already love 5. Engage Students with Outstanding Nonfiction Options Enhance your collection and curriculum with a variety of engaging nonfiction genres biographies, informational books, and memoirs sure to entice your students Try creative nonfiction to teach the skills of fictional literacy using nonfiction content 6. Attract More Readers with Gender Focused Titles Probe new books with guy magnet appeal to entice and retain boy readers Promote hot, fun titles to keep the girls chatlines humming! Discover appealing novels about characters who reflect the diverse range of our GLBTQ teens 7. Enhance Your Teen Lit Booktalking Skills Observe compelling hooks, endings and segues through a variety of booktalking models Learn effective tips to make booktalks energizing for teen readers and easier for you 8. Cross Cultural Chasms with Multicultural Books Expand students worldviews and build bridges of understanding especially with new Latino and Middle Eastern titles Replace stereotypes and humanize perspectives by connecting teens with culturally diverse literary characters 9. Explore the Power of Book Bundling and Literature Pairs Differentiate instruction and improve critical thinking with thematic, structural or cross curricular bundling of newly published titles Use the successful if you liked this, then you ll like this technique for pairing books to entice more reading 10. Receive Resources, Strategies and the Newest Bibliographies Receive annotated bibliographies including Deb s Dozens, her favorites from this and past seminars plus innovative teaching strategies and valuable professional resources
Outstanding Strategies You Can Use Immediately hhthe best newly published books for young adults hhoutstanding new titles that are recently available in paperback hhselected books for effectively teaching the Common Core standards hhmulticultural titles for transforming stereotypes and bridging cultural diversity hhtips, hooks and models for rejuvenating your booktalks This seminar provides such inspiring material for use in my classroom! Debby s knowledge and passion is so amazing! Carrie Schreiber, English Teacher hhtitles and strategies to differentiate instruction for various learning styles hhhands on perusal of new titles hhgeek reading strategies and titles for attracting techy teens hhpopular YA authors favorite books to encourage teen reading hhthe genres of nonfiction biographies, informational books and memoirs, plus creative nonfiction to attract differentiated readers hhtemptations for reading the newest Printz Awards hhnew title suggestions particularly for your dependent and struggling readers hhoutstanding suggestions for new read alouds hha variety of recently published books dealing with contemporary teen issues hhtitles for promoting positive gender reading experiences hhliterature pairs of young adult novels, nonfiction books and/or picture books that work well together hhappealing poetry to pair with fiction and nonfiction hhlists of favorite books from past seminars, plus Deb s favorite new dozens for 2013 hhwebsites to keep you in touch with the most current middle and high school literature hhthe most recent young adult award winners To Register, Call Toll-Free 1-800-735-3503 hhengaging techniques to expand the use of young adult literature 3
A Message From Your Seminar Leader, Deborah Hipes Dear Colleague: Bureau of Education & Research 915 118th Avenue SE PO Box 96068 Bellevue, WA 98009-9668 Phone (800) 735-3503 Fax (425) 453-1134 www.ber.org In his book, Invitations to the World: Teaching & Writing for the Young, highly regarded young adult author, Richard Peck tells readers, a book is the best invitation to the world. Young adult literature extends invitations to our teens for accessing information, coping with contemporary issues, exploring relationships, solving personal problems, empathizing with others, inspiring social change, recognizing the art of writing, and mostly enjoying the experience of reading all opportunities to attend the world. Because our teens are continually inundated with correspondence from technological and entertainment venues, they need dedicated educators like you to hand deliver the books that best welcome our young people to the world. This year s seminar, which is NEW for 2013, is designed to help make your selection of classroom and library books for young adult readers a little easier. I ll be sharing many, many, well written, compelling, new hardcover and paperback titles, innovative ideas for promoting these books to your students and practical strategies for implementing currently published literature in your classroom or library. We ll discuss a variety of genres adventure, fantasy, multi cultural, historical, and realistic fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and graphic novels that will motivate teenagers to read. We ll consider strategies for introducing these new books and discuss ideas for keeping you abreast of titles available in the future. I ll be sharing many, many well written, compelling, new hardcover and paperback titles, innovative ideas for promoting these books to your students and practical strategies for implementing currently published literature in your classroom or library. I look forward to meeting you and sharing my favorite NEW books, many of which you ll be able to use immediately in your own programs. I hope today will encourage you to send more of these best invitation[s] to more teens and to send the right invitations to the right teens. Together, we will determine the most effective ways to invite our teens to the world of reading and inspire them to accept our invitation with a resounding Yes! Sincerely, Deborah Krueger Hipes P.S. If you re looking for captivating NEW young adult literature to engage teens, this is the seminar for you. We ll be doing what readers like to do most talking all day long about books! 4
What Your Colleagues Say About Debby Hipes Outstanding! I am returning to my classroom with an arsenal of YA books that will blast away any reluctance from my reluctant readers! Melissa Dutton, Teacher This was truly excellent! Debby is thoroughly well prepared and incredibly knowledgeable about YA books. Her passion for the subject is infectious! Roslyn Mylroie, Librarian Thank you for the inspiration and rejuvenation! Tommi Troia Griffin, 6 th Grade Language Arts Teacher I was blown away by Debby! I am so grateful to have been a part of this today. Not only is the material comprehensive and Debby s experience so rich, her enthusiasm and warmth is admirable! Heidi LaRou, Library Media Specialist As a teacher and librarian at a small school, I order 99% of our new books each year from the titles listed in Debby s seminar! Andrew Homes, English Chair/Librarian Thank you for this handbook, your insights and your energy and love for reading! I can t wait to get working on my units, incorporating these new ideas! Julie Price, Language Arts Teacher I ve attended Debby s seminars before and I ll keep coming back! She s so energetic and overflowing with information about the newest YA books! Erica Brady, Special Education Teacher Excellent presenter! So articulate in choice of stories! You make superb choices! Celeste Dueber, Librarian I went to Debby s seminar last year and this year I ve used only books from her seminar. The success I ve had with these books is amazing! Laura Scozzari, Teacher Nationally Recognized Instructor DEBBY HIPES is a nationally known educator and popular presenter on young adult literature. Her experiences include teaching middle school and high school; offering graduate and undergraduate courses for present and future teachers; presenting at local, state and national conferences; and working with individual schools and school districts. Debby is known for her outstanding presentations about new young adult books and motivating strategies that will engage teen readers. She is the author of What s NEW in Young Adult Literature and How to Use It in Your Program (Grades 6 12) 2013, the extensive resource handbook each participant will receive at this seminar. This seminar provides a special opportunity to become familiar with some of the best new young adult books from the point of view of an educator. You ll leave with a wealth of useful young adult booklists as well as dozens of practical ideas you can implement immediately in your own classroom or library. Finally! A seminar that delivers what it promises in the brochure! Peter Klabechek, Literature Teacher What a great seminar! It s of great benefit for actual classroom use. Debby has so much excitement for young adult literature! Kristi Dorn Wachtel, Intervention Specialist I came to Debby s seminar last year and bought many of the suggested books. My students loved them and were so excited to know I was coming back this year for more new titles. Thanks! Franne Lassow, Teacher Debby is so well prepared and well spoken. She held my interest throughout the entire seminar. Not only did I learn about fun, important, provocative books, I also learned presentation methods that I ll use in my classroom! Nancy Laing Driver, 8 th Grade Language Arts Teacher Useful, practical, and on the cutting edge of what s new in YA literature! I m so glad I traveled over 5 hours to get here! Marianne Mills, Middle School Reading Teacher 5
On Site Training Most BER seminars can be brought to your school or district. See the options at www.ber.org/onsite or call 877 857 8964 to speak to one of our On Site Training Consultants. Online Learning BER offers educators a wide range of online courses that are affordable, fun, fast, and convenient. You can earn 24 continuing education hours for any online course as well as 1 or 2 graduate level credits for most courses. See the menu of available courses at www.ber.org/onlinelearning. Special Benefits of Attending Extensive Resource Handbook Each participant will receive an extensive resource handbook, What s NEW in Young Adult Literature and How to Use It in Your Program (Grades 6 12) 2013, specifically designed for this seminar. Included in the handbook are: Annotated bibliographies of new young adult literature perfect for middle and high school students Innovative teaching suggestions for introducing and teaching new books Lists of favorite titles from past seminars References to professional articles related to the presentation What s NEW in Young Adult Literature and How to Use It in Your Program (Grades 6 12) 2013 Resource Handbook by Debby Hipes Bureau of Education & Research Websites and professional resources for information on adolescent literature Lists of recommended titles for use across the curriculum Sample Materials Each participant will have the opportunity to review numerous new samples of young adult literature. Consultation Available Debby Hipes will be available at the seminar for consultation regarding your questions about the most recently published young adult books. Semester Credit Option One graduate level professional development credit is available with an additional fee and completion of a follow up practicum project. Details for direct enrollment with Brandman University, part of the Chapman University system, will be available at the seminar. This seminar is a must on my annual to do list! Debby fills the void in my knowledge about new YA books, gives direction to my next year s purchases and curriculum, and most importantly, fires me up! 6 Beth Arnold, ESL Coordinator Meet Inservice Requirements At the end of the program, each attendee will receive a certificate of participation that may be used to verify hours of participation in meeting continuing education requirements. Can t Attend? This seminar is available on CDs with a comprehensive resource handbook at a cost of $125.00 plus $9.00 shipping and handling. To order, call toll free 1 800 735 3503 (Stock #A BD3 0890) or use the order form on the back page. Electronic versions of both the seminar and handbook are available in MP3 and PDF format for immediate download on our website, berproducts.org, at the cost of $99.00. Please visit http://www.berproducts.org/download help for more information.
Pre-registration required due to limited enrollment. FOUR EASY WAYS TO REGISTER: PHONE toll-free: 1-800-735-3503 (Weekdays 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Pacific Time) FAX this form to: 1-425-453-1134 REGISTER ONLINE at: www.ber.org MAIL this form to: Bureau of Education & Research 915 118th Avenue SE PO Box 96068 Bellevue, WA 98009-9668 Who Should Attend Educators serving Grades 6 12: Classroom Teachers, Reading Specialists, School Librarians/Media Specialists, Public Librarians, Library Aides, Title I Staff, Administrators, and Parents. Program Hours All seminars are scheduled 8:30 a.m. 3:15 p.m. Check in 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Fee The registration fee is $229 per person, $209 per person for groups of five or more registering at the same time. Call us at 1-800-735-3503 for groups of ten or more. Payment is due prior to the program. No cash please. Fee includes seminar registration, morning coffee and tea, a personalized certificate of participation, and an extensive resource handbook. Cancellations/Substitutions 100% of your paid registration fee will be refunded if you can t attend and notify us at least 10 days before the seminar. Late cancellations can exchange for a certificate to attend another seminar or will be refunded less a $15 service fee. Substitutions may be made anytime without charge. Further Questions Call the Bureau of Education & Research (800) 735 3503 or visit us online at www.ber.org. The Bureau is North America s leading presenter of seminar training for professional educators. Programs are based on sound research, are highly practical in content and consistently receive excellent evaluations. Possible Funding Sources: Race to the Top grants; Elementary and Secondary Education Act funds, including Title I School Improvement Grants; Title VI; Title VII; Restructuring grants; At Risk grants, Bilingual/ESL and Migrant Education funds; IDEA; Demonstration School Funds; Parent Teacher Organizations; and Inservice Training funds. Meeting Sites and Hotel Accommodations Seminars will be held at the following sites: hhappleton: Best Western Premier Neenah, (920) 967-4350 hhdetroit: Embassy Suites Livonia, (734) 462-6000 hhgrand Rapids: Hilton Airport, (616) 957-0100 hhmilwaukee: Radisson North Shore Glendale, (414) 351-6960 hhsaginaw: The H Hotel Midland, (989) 839-0500 If needed, please make your own hotel reservations by calling the appropriate hotel listed above. Program Guarantee We stand behind the high quality of our programs by providing the following unconditional guarantee: If you are not satisfied with this program, we ll give you a 100% refund of your registration fee.
915 118th Avenue SE PO Box 96068 Bellevue, WA 98009-9668 What s NEW in Young Adult Literature and How to Use It in Your Program (Grades 6 12) 2013 Registration (BD33S2) 1. Appleton (Neenah), WI May 10, 2013 2. Detroit (Livonia), MI May 8, 2013 3. Grand Rapids, MI May 6, 2013 4. Milwaukee (Glendale), WI May 9, 2013 5. Saginaw (Midland), MI May 7, 2013 All NEW for 2013 The Best in NEW Young Adult Literature and Exciting Ways to Use It in Your Program FIRST NAME M.I. LAST NAME POSITION, SUBJECT TAUGHT GRADE LEVEL SEMINAR LOCATION NUMBER: (Please see list above) List additional registrants on a copy of this form SCHOOL NAME SCHOOL MAILING ADDRESS CITY & STATE SCHOOL PHONE NUMBER HOME PHONE NUMBER ZIP CODE PLEASE DO NOT DETACH MAILING LABEL (Just make corrections as needed) What s NEW in Young Adult Literature and How to Use It in Your Program (Grades 6 12) 2013 ( ) ( ) Registration confirmations are sent via e-mail. If you would like a confirmation, please provide your e-mail address. E-MAIL ADDRESS HOME MAILING ADDRESS CITY & STATE ZIP CODE METHOD OF PAYMENT The registration fee is $229 per person, $209 per person for groups of five or more registering at the same time. Payment is due prior to the program. No cash please. IMPORTANT: PRIORITY ID CODE Fill in the six digit number on the mail label next to the word ID (even if the brochure wasn t addressed to you) FOUR EASY WAYS TO REGISTER: PHONE toll-free: 1-800-735-3503 (M-F 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. PST) FAX this form to: 1-425-453-1134 MAIL this form to: Bureau of Education & Research 915 118th Avenue SE PO Box 96068 Bellevue, WA 98009-9668 REGISTER ONLINE at: www.ber.org A check (payable to Bureau of Education & Research) is attached A purchase order is attached, P.O. # (Be sure to include priority ID code on the P.O.) Charge my: MasterCard VISA 1Discover Account # Please print name as it appears on card Confirmation # (If you are confirming a previous registration) Exp. Date: MO/YR CAN T ATTEND? I d like to order the CD version of the seminar, $125.00 plus $9.00 shipping (Stock #A BD3 0890). / Signature (required for credit card purchases) 2013 Bureau of Education & Research. All rights reserved. BD33S2