Just for fun, I’m creating monthly reading challenges/coloring sheets for readers of all ages - because both reading and coloring help to reduce stress. Here's the one for May. Happy reading AND coloring, y'all! 🖍️📚 🩵 FREE Download here: librarygirl.net/post/library…
Congratulations to Susan Buckert of McEachern High School for being named @CobbSchools Library Media Specialist of the Year! @mceachernllc @McEachernHigh
Join AASL and ADL Education on Tues, Oct 3 at 6pm Central for “Off the Shelf: Book Challenges, Bans and Promoting Inclusive Literature” with author Kelly Yang! The panel will also include an educator, student, parent and librarian. Register here: bit.ly/ADLshelf
We had 55 students complete the Beanstack Summer Challenge! Our kiddos were treated to a visit from Springer, a @Braves bobble head, and a @ChickfilA treat card.
We are so proud of our kiddos!
@KSpringsLions@bravesfdn @zoobeanreads
Good news from Texas! Judge grants preliminary injunction against Reader Act, finding "that this law violates the Free Speech Clause of the First Amendment.” We joined @aasl to file an amicus brief in the suit. bit.ly/3PrxMwO
ALT ALA Releases Preliminary data on 2023 book challenges. New data shows record surge of challenges in public libraries. American Library Association Office for Intellectual Freedom.
#DotDay at @MtBethelES ! So grateful for our art teacher Mrs. Trosclair and her willingness to help brighten up the place. Most of the dots are from 1st grade art, but the kinders got to get in on the action during library time! @CCALMS @CobbLibMedia @sugaree17
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/ILoveMyLibrarian
Domains & Shared Foundations & Roles of the School Librarian = We have even more new merch to share! Check out what just dropped at bit.ly/AASLmerch and be sure to make your purchase before Sept 19 to get free standard shipping!
NEW! Learn how school librarians can raise and deepen positive perceptions of school libraries through developing a brand in alignment with the AASL Standards. Written by Susan D. Ballard and Sara Kelly Johns - get your copy at: alastore.ala.org/slbrand