Best Science Books For Children

What are good books for me to read to get familiar with coordinating events and volunteers for a non-profit?

I am a new Programs Coordinator for United Way. I am a part of Community Impact with a focus on Education through “Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library” and Volunteer Center- Civic Engagement. What are some resource books to help me develop my skills as a Programs Coordinator? See below for more details about my job description.

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Studies so I am very familiar with non-profit organizations and resources for clients. However, coordinating programs and events as well as managing volunteers will be new to me! This is an entry-level position so I will have help from my supervisors. However, I would like to be independent as I can be so I can make their job easier! I would like to get my hands on some resource books that will aid me in my new position so that I can give my best to this organization!

Please only serious answers! Thank you for any help!

You can go to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ website (www.afpnet.org) and look for webinars and books on the topics of volunteer coordination and event planning.

Also, check out the Chronicle of Philanthropy (http://philanthropy.com/) which is one of the leading publications read by non-profit professionals.

It sounds like you’ve got a great job!

Hope this helps. Good luck!

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Books Children Love: A Guide to the Best Children’s Literature $17.02 A love for reading is one of the most precious gifts that we can give children. It nurtures their imagination and creativity, lets them explore other worlds, and opens their minds to new truths and knowledge in appealing, inspiring ways. But how can we sort through thousands of children’s books to discover the really worthwhile ones? Elizabeth Wilson offers us a newly revised, comprehensive guide to the very best in children’s literature. Just as in the original volume, she comments on the tone and content of excellently written, captivating books in over two dozen subject areas. Hundreds of new titles have been added while retaining timeless classics and modern favorites-all of which respect traditional values. So that no matter what the children’s ages are or whether they love fact or fiction, you can trust these books to share things that you can believe in and kids will delight in.

Electricity: The Best Start in Science $7.7 Harnessing children’s natural curiosity about the world, this engaging series introduces kids to key science concepts through a simple question-and-answer format. Vibrant photographs and probing questions explore basic electricity concepts, such as batteries, circuits, conductors, and light bulbs.

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