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Nonfiction Mentors Texts to Guide Revision of Informational Writing
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6 Grant Opportunities for School Libraries
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Recently, my book THEY CALLED US ENEMY was banned – again – in Tennessee. Book bans are out of control. Huge parts of American history are being restricted. To join me in standing up for the freedom to read, go to pen.org/action. @penamerica.bsky.social @topshelfcomix.bsky.social @idwpublishing.com
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This quote rings true: “Young people are still motivated to read when it connects to their interests, when they have choice, and when it feels relevant to their lives." That's what school librarians foster!
High school librarian Laura Silver engages students and generates interest and activity in the library with Postcrossing.
Thank you, School Library Journal, for including Nat a Chance in “37 Exceptional Graphic Novel & Manga Titles for All Ages | SLJ 2025 Stars So Far”.
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We are so excited our podcast, Library Exchange, has been nominated for an award!
Cast your vote by July 31st for Library Exchange for the People’s Choice and Education Categories @ podcastawards.com.
Library Exchange podcast is on all podcast platforms. #schoollibraries #schoollibrarians
PARSL protest with school librarians
Grateful for this opportunity to protest the lack of #schoollibrarians in #Philadephia #schools Tune in to hear from the leaders of this #advocacy efffort! apple.co/3ZD0b9R
Shared this w friends yesterday bc I feel like it’s a good overview of the consumer mindset built around AI @ present & an even better argument for why #MediaLiteracy & ethical use *must* become a larger part of #SchoolLibrarian convos around AI in K-12. Also, big fan of the phrase “AI Slop.” #TLSky
A vibrant flyer titled "Free Virtual Professional Learning" with a large blue text box and a "FREE!" starburst icon. Centered is a smiling sun in sunglasses. Six options are listed: Top left: "Book Study: The Shift to Student-Led" with a book cover; top right: "Clean Up That Inbox" featuring office supplies. Bottom row: "Book Study: Just Read It" with an orange book cover, "Book Study: Developing Digital Detectives" with illustrated spy icons, and "Book Study: Elevating Edu Design with AI" showing a blue and white book cover with colorful graphics.
A colorful grid of nine professional learning topics for educators. Top row: "Best New Children's Literature" (with a collage of children's books), "Best New YA Lit" (with a collage of YA book covers), and "Branding in the School Library" (a woman with illustrated icons). Middle row: "Booktalking: Creating a Culture of Reading" (a child holding a book in a rainbow heart frame), "Podcasting & Video Editing with Canva" (text on a tie-dye background), and "Booktalking in the Age of AI" (a child reading with a glowing AI robot emerging from the book). Bottom row: "BlueSky: Building Your Online Personal Learning Network," "Pear Deck: Engagement Made Easy" (with a pear and a slide icon), and "Digital Toolbox: EdTech for Engagement" (with a toolbox image).
Finalizing Summer PD. A few new ones have been added from the last time I posted. If you are interested please do sign up by Friday :) Oh and it is completely FREE. Check them all out by clicking HERE Excited to connect with educators during the summer! It is the best :)
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The American Association of School Librarians has released its annual list of the Best Digital Tools for Teaching and Learning, with an emphasis on tools that promote innovation and creativity, active participation, and collaboration
➡️ Want a glimpse into my research on fostering positive reading culture?
➡️ Need something to listen to while traveling to the ALA or ISTE conference this week?
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Cover of George Takei’s They Called Us Enemy” showing a young Japanese American boy in a line of people being sent to an internment camp guarded by a uniformed American soldier
Meant to mention this last week, but if you have a young person in your life who’s into history or graphic novels or just good books, buy them George Takei’s “They Called Us Enemy.” My oldest couldn’t put it down.
A new study by MIT researchers finds that relying on generative AI tools like ChatGPT during early stages of writing can weaken neural activity, memory, and originality, raising important questions about how Ss use AI in education. #TLSky #EduSky #AISky
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Getting ready for ALA Annual conference? Check out our ALA Newspaper to get everything you need to know for the show: author signings, staff picks for galleys, fun games, and more! #ALAAC25 @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social #TLsky
Download and explore at penguinschoollibrary.com/ALACognotes25
High school librarian Laura Silver engages students and generates interest and activity in the library with Postcrossing.
Thank you for joining us for #TLSkyChat! Tonight we’re talking about Bookmarks & Beach Days: Reflecting on Reading to Recharge. Check out the questions (and other info!) at tlskychat.com!
Poster for "Media Literacy in the AI Era" Presenter Series 6 free Zoom sessions for K-12 educators, June 17, 18, 23, & 26, 4:30-5:30pm PST
Join me on June 18th! And plan to attend the whole series - it's a great line-up. Major props to Washington State OSPI for putting it all together and offering it for free! Register here: lnkd.in/gEUNh9Wa
Do your students know that they shouldn't be using AI services as search engines or news sources? AI skims & then feeds users all the online misinfo that's especially prevalent in quickly evolving current events. BY DESIGN it's not a fact-checker. #MediaLiteracy #NewsLiteracy 🍎 📚 #TLSky #EdTech
Many ways to be creative in the library. I had students design book covers, bookmarks & library decorations for each month’s theme. Creation centers for makerspace in the library.
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📅 Don’t miss our final #TLSkyChat of the school year! BOOKS! Build your summer stack with @thenextgenlib.bsky.social Check out the Questions for this Week HERE tlskychat.com
Just another day of mama and son duo exploring the Poké-sphere… 🤓🏃🏻♂️🏃🏽♀️
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Meet me in St. Louis! Join me for my session on STEAM and computer science learning in your library! @aaslala.bsky.social #aasl2025 #tlsky #schoollibrarian
My Research Empowers Practice presentation was accepted! Going to talk about my reading culture dissertation research… 🤓
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✨ School Library Luv Start Here! ✨Each Wed, we gather to share, learn, and celebrate what makes school libraries special! Whether live or in a #slowchat, you’re part of the magic. Let’s keep it going! 💡📚 Learn more at tlskychat.com #TLSkyChat 🚀
I just asked my district leaders if I could lead a book study of this book. I love Jessica’s creativity, passion, and practicality. Looking forward to hearing your episode!
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Bluesky’s app and site can be tricky to navigate during chats—try Deck.blue! It’s free and works like TweetDeck. @jenniferlagarde.bsky.social and I use it to keep up, and we even pay a little to schedule posts. Give it a shot for an easier #TLSkyChat experience! @deck.blue
