Apply by January 25 for We the People "Created Equal" Bookshelf!

The ALA Public Programs Office is pleased to partner with the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) for the fifth We the People Bookshelf project. This year's theme is Created Equal.

Public and school (K-12) libraries are invited to apply online through January 25, 2008 at www.ala.org/wethepeople. A single application may be submitted on behalf of multiple libraries within a library system, school district or community. Individual branch and school libraries are also encouraged to apply.

In spring 2008, 3,000 successful applicants will receive the We the People Bookshelf, a collection of 17 classic hardcover books for young readers on the Created Equal theme. Several titles focus on the life and writings of Abraham Lincoln, whose 200th birthday will be celebrated during the 2008 - 2009 programming period. In addition, winning libraries will receive four titles in Spanish translation, a History in a Box resource kit on Lincoln, and accompanying materials for programming including bookplates, bookmarks and posters.

For book titles, programming ideas and tips, access to the guidelines and application, and further details, visit www.ala.org/wethepeople. With questions, contact publicprograms@ala.org.

Sincerely,
American Library Association
Public Programs Office
50 E. Huron - Chicago, IL 60611
www.ala.org/publicprograms

P.S. - Please share this information with other libraries in your area! Multiple libraries within a system/district may apply for and receive Bookshelves.