Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social shares how she Teaches teachers about the "POWer of Graphic Novels" in ep. 75 of the #SLLNPodcast! Get it on your favorite podcatcher (search SLLN), or here: sllnpodcast.libsyn.com/075-the-powe... #TLSky #SchoolLibrary #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians #TLSkyChat

A7 I feel an ideal, but realistic one (ie schools should be able to meet) is: Annual book budget of $20-$30/student or $5000, whichever is more Database/tech budget of $10/student Also a budget for supplies & programming ($3-$10/student) & furniture budget at least every 10 yrs #tlskychat

I have been exploring Gemini Gems with school libraries in mind. From lesson design to readers advisory, this is about building tools not just using them. It is controling the data to leverage the output. Check out the my substack for more details

I still want you to help though...you are my partner in crime now :)

🛠️📚 Join us April 22nd for #TLSkyChat: DIY Library Hacks! Let’s swap our best budget-friendly ideas from creative displays and organization tricks to maker projects and time-saving fixes. What hacks make your library shine? ✨ Questions: tlskychat.com #Skybrarians #EduSky #BookSky #TLSky #Libraryjoy

📚 Keep the conversation going with #SlowChat and join us live every other Wednesday at 8pm EST/5pm PT. See you next time. #TLSkyChat

It is so interesting how many NYS school libraries were built or reno-ed in the 80s and 90s

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I would also have orders and quotes for when my Admin would say....so I have some money at the end of the year.....#TLSkyChat

💛📚 Q8: Future Ready How would you ensure that your space will continue to evolve with changing times? Share A8 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

They also are terrible at estimating book shelving #TLSkyChat

At my first library there was an enclosed courtyard. One year a duck laid eggs. Every year since they have come back and laid eggs. The ducklings have to be escorted out through the school each year to the outside through the front doors. #TLSkyChat

💛📚 Q7: Budget Reality What does a (somewhat realistic) annual budget to sustain the dream library include? Share A7 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

If we are dreaming I would like to be able to move the circ desk as I see fit. #TLSkychat

💛📚 Q6: Outdoor & Beyond How would you incorporate outdoor or non-traditional learning spaces? Share A6 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

Sidenote: A connected Teacher's Room and/or faculty bathroom. I saw this in a HS Library and the resulting connections and collabs that are happening is astounding. #TLSkyChat

A5: Organization tools of of all types. Enough cupboards and places to put things. Bins, boxes, and all things #TLSkyChat

💛📚 Q5: Hidden Gems What is something your dream library would have that students or staff may never use or see, but would make all the difference to you? Share A5 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

A4: I am telling you walls that go up into the ceiling..it should be real. #TLSkyChat

Ya, in NY a HS I believe would be required to have 2 librarians for that number of students.

💛📚 Q4: Learning Balance How would you create spaces that support both quiet reading and active learning? Share A4 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

Yes, please...I like that the ability to keep the space open at all times. #TLSkyChat

YAY! That is the best.....I have not had the opportunity but tis in my dreams.

A3: Flexible is always my preference as I definitely see the need in the schools I have worked in for some scheduled classes. I also would love extended as I was in a district that did not have a public library so to be able to offer services to the community would be epic. #TLSkyChat

💛📚 Q3: Dream Schedule What would your dream library schedule look like (flexible, fixed, open access, extended hours)? Share A3 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

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Okay, yes please! #TLSkyChat with a cafe that has literary themed beverages?

A2: I really would like a space that is flexibile and I can put up walls if I need them or remove them all...like they go up into the ceiling. I am dreaming here friends. Power avaialble wherever I need it. No random poles in the middle of spaces. tables that flip, wheels that can be removeable...

💛📚 Q2: Dream Spaces What physical spaces would you include (makerspace, quiet zones, collaboration areas, etc.)? Share A2 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

A1: Vibes...hmmm...I think DISCOVERY is my vibe. I wholely would like Ss to explore and find themselves. #TLSkyChat

And my partner in crime is here! Hi friend!! #TLSkyChat

💛📚 Q1: Dream Library Vibes What is the overall vibe of your dream library? Include an inspiration image or two! Share A1 with #TLSkyChat 👉 tlskychat.com

We will be following the Q1, A1 format for tonight’s #TLSkyChat. Don’t forget to include the #TLSkyChat hashtag on all your posts! Are you ready? The first question is coming up.

#TLSkyChat. Welcome!! So great to see you. And so accurate of a gif!

Looks like you are here my friend. Living the multitask life! #TLSkyChat

🎤 Let’s kick off #TLSkyChat! 🎶✨ 💛 Drop your name, location & your library role! Tag #TLSkyChat so we can connect! 🎉 📚 tlskychat.com

🙏 Thank you for joining us for #TLSkyChat! Tonight we’re chatting about Dream Libraries👻📚As always all things TLSkyChat can be found on our website: tlskychat.com!

🚀 We’re ready for lift off! Join us for this week’s #TLSkyChat: an hour long chat for authors, educators, teacher librarians and their supporters! BLAST OFF! The fun starts at 8pmET/5pmPT! For more info also checkout tlskychat.com!

Pro tip for live chats: try Deck.blue to follow columns, hashtags, and scheduled posts. Jennifer @jenniferlagarde.bsky.social and I use it for #TLSkyChat. Give it a shot for an easier #TLSkyChat experience! @deck.blue

🌸 T-30 minutes until #TLSkyChat! Bring your best dreams for an amazing school library!! We all have the ideal and if money were no object!! 🌷📚 Questions at tlskychat.com #librarians #skybrarians #tlsky #edusky

🚀✨ T-minus 1 hour to #TLSkyChat! Join us for a fun conversation about books! Questions are posted at tlskychat.com See you at 8pm EST/5pm PT. #librarians #skybrarians #tlsky #edusky

"📣 Let's GO! Join us THIS Wednesday at 8pm EST for #TLSkyChat - an educational chat for school librarians and the people who love them! 💻 Checkout this week's topic along with other goodies at tlskychat.com/schedule! 🌟💬📚❤️ #tlsky #edusky #librarians #skybrarians #libraries #libraryjoy

Are you excited? We are talking and building our dream libraries tonight. Join us at 8pm EST/5pm PST! It is sure to be an excellent way to celebrate School Libraries....cause it is APRIL!! #libraryjoy #TLSkyChat #TLSky #EduSky #Skybrarians #Booksky #schoollibrary #teacherlibrarian #library

📚💜 Share a Library Joy Story! It’s School Library Month so let’s celebrate the moments that make our libraries special. What’s a story that shows the joy, impact, or magic of your library? ✨ Drop your stories and spread the love! 💭 #LibraryJoy @mychal3ts.bsky.social

✨📚 Dream Big: Build Your Library Join us for #TLSkyChat tomorrow as we design our dream libraries! What spaces, tools, and vibes would you include to inspire students? Share your must-haves and big ideas! 💭 Questions @ tlskychat.com

#TLSky #Skybrarians #Libraries #EduSky

✨📚 Join us for #TLSkyChat on Wednesday as we build our dream libraries! What would your ideal space include? Share your must-haves, favorite features, and big ideas! 💭 Find out all things TLSkychat at tlskychat.com @simplyrain.bsky.social - great idea for a chat idea!!

Hi Heather, While it may not directly address why school libraries matter, it is one of the best library stories ever - always a favorite of 5th graders. "Ethan Unbound" by Gary Blackwood. readmeastoryink.com/stories/etha...

#kidlit #EduSky #TLSky #Skybrarians #T2T #TLSkyChat NEW AUDIO for the young historians in your family. Enjoy award-winning historian, Gary L. Blackwood’s, ”The Last Great Gold Rush; The True Story of the Klondike Gold Rush.” Listen or read: tinyurl.com/Llastgreat Share love, share reading.

A1: I'll always recc Game Changer! Book Access for All Kids by @donalynbooks.bsky.social and @colbysharp.bsky.social for tools to help kids fall in love w/ reading, esp choice, access, self-selection, time, community #TLSkyChat