Lesson 1: Introduction

Name: The Importance of Monsters: How Engaging in the Horror Genre Sparks Bravery
Start: 2026-03-04T16:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-03-04T17:00:00-07:00

Welcome to Creating a Trauma-Informed Library. Module 1: Lesson 1 provides a brief overview of the course and what to expect.

The resources shared in this video are listed below.

Video length 4:27 | Lesson Slides (PDF)

Resources

Library Work has a Trauma Problem – Can it Be Fixed?

Urban Library Trauma Study

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Lesson 2: Understanding Trauma Module 1: Lesson 2 provides needed definitions, and discusses types of trauma. Resources shared in this video are listed below.…
Lesson 12: Trauma-Informed Supervision Module 4 focuses on how library management can support trauma-informed organizations. Lesson 12 discusses trauma-informed supervision. The resources shared in…
Lesson 13: Creating a Trauma Informed Organization Module 4 focuses on how library management can support trauma-informed organizations Lesson 13 discusses the importance of a top down…

Lesson 1: Introduction

Resources

Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting

Summer Drop in Chat

Tax Credits and Resources with Get Ahead Colorado

The Reading Culture Advantage: Cracking the Code on Reader Engagement

The Importance of Monsters: How Engaging in the Horror Genre Sparks Bravery