The first five years are the most critical! linkedin.com/posts/ted-conf…

Wishing for an escape to a cool breeze? Enjoy this breath of fresh air. What a day for a dog!🏝🐾 Read-Along with the Author | HOT DOG | Brightly Storytime youtu.be/eWreBSB9N_I via YouTube

It appears student protestors in Central York, PA have gotten the attention of their school board and books may soon be put back on the shelves. We love seeing students have a voice, like our Tx Leander & Katy students cameron✌🏼 Ben Hodge yorkdispatch.com/story/news/edu…

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Practicing music increases synapses and gray matter in your brain. This helps not only in the playing of an instrument but in any life activity where learning and memory are needed. Susan Magsamen kqed.org/mindshift/6137…

Young people deserve to see themselves reflected in a library's books. Visit UniteAgainstBookBans.org to learn more and join our efforts. #UniteAgainstBookBans #FreePeopleReadFreely

"Writing this story was a journey. A journey of self-discovery. A journey of bravery & vulnerability. A journey that hurt & healed my heart. Jake, the main character, is based on me in middle school."- John Schu Thank you for writing this story, John! 💜

Five must read 2023 middle grade novels. So many good books this year! youtu.be/xnsrm4QlQ4k

Happy book birthday to Caldecott Medalist @burstofbeaden's The Skull!

Who else is excited about Jon Klassen's new book "The Skull" besides me? Can't wait to experience his storytelling in this way! npr.org/2023/07/10/118… @burstofbeaden CSLA AASL VCRA Reading Assoc

“If we do not begin focusing on social studies in early grades, we'll continue to have young adults who lack critical knowledge about their government, how to engage in the democratic process, and our collective history.” Here's what you can do.👇 edutopia.org/article/integr…

Let the Kids Get Weird: The Adult Problem With Children’s Books | Literary Hub pwne.ws/44JUR3W

Today, some of the books that shaped my life—and the lives of so many others—are being challenged by people who disagree with certain ideas or perspectives. And librarians are on the front lines, fighting every day to make the widest possible range of viewpoints, opinions, and

ALA is looking for the nation’s favorite librarians! Ten #ILoveMyLibrarian Award recipients will receive $5,000 and the honor of a lifetime. Nominate the school librarian you love by September 30! bit.ly/ILoveMyLibrari…

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What is a Highly Effective School Librarian? youtu.be/uroG0odERXM via YouTube CA Reading Assoc CSLA American Library Association AASL

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X - The final straw. After 11 years, I see the end is here. I am sorry to say goodbye to the birdie but relieved to be moving on. I hope to see my #library friends on mastodon.social CSLA AASL VCRA Reading Assoc CA Reading Assoc American Library Association @CalLibAssoc washingtonpost.com/technology/202…

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