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Librarian at a Public Library. Posts represent my opinion- not necessarily that of my employer.
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In 1834, the Word âScientistâ Was First Used for a... | Fantastic Facts
Mary Somerville helped force a new word into print, scientist, after a reviewer needed a term for a woman like her.
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Healthy Boundaries Are Good Customer Service â Melissa Munn | Library Consulting
Boundaries arenât about rulesâtheyâre about how staff take care of themselves in interactions. When staff can set clear, respectful limits, they create better experiences for everyone. Thatâs good cus...
https://melissamunn.org/blog/healthy-boundaries-are-good-customer-service
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The End of Everything - Astrophysicist Dr Katie Mack contemplates the end of the Universe (and everything in it) | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
Have you contemplated the end of the Universe? Astrophysicist Katie Mack has. We spoke to her to find out more about the end of everything.
https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/space-science/end-of-everything-universe-interview-astrophysicist-dr-katie-mack
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Celebrating a Centennial of Service
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Professor's work helps to advance Indigenous librarianship
Indigenous data has a history of bad management from non-Natives, says UW Information School Assistant Professor Sandy Littletree (Eastern Shoshone/Navajo)...
https://ischool.uw.edu/news/2026/04/professors-work-helps-advance-indigenous-librarianship
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Lost 19th century film by MĂ©liĂšs discovered at the Library | Timeless
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Lost 19th century film by MĂ©liĂšs discovered at the Library | Timeless
Library conservators recently made a startling discovery in a batch of decaying film reels -- a long-lost 1897 film by early cinema icon George MĂ©liĂšs. The French magician-turned-filmmaker's
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100 Little Free Libraries Launch Nationwide featuring Dog Man Creator Dav Pilkeyâs Beloved Characters to Bring Books to Kids in Book Deserts - Little Free Library
Captain Underpants is back! Weâre teaming up with Dog Man and Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey and Scholastic to spark book joy and expand access to reading across the United⊠Continue reading 10...
https://littlefreelibrary.org/2026/04/100-little-free-libraries-launch-nationwide-featuring-dog-man-creator-dav-pilkeys-beloved-characters-to-bring-books-to-kids-in-book-deserts/
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American Girl: Celebrating girl power
YouTube video by CBS Sunday Morning
https://youtu.be/ppzBEx0ToSs?si=kuiKJt7uyd-nMA-R
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Norwegian Fan Reclaims Guinness World Record for Largest Zelda Collection (Exclusive Interview) - Zelda Dungeon
While Hyrule predominantly features its king, Zelda collectors need to step back and bow to their queen. Meet Anne Martha Harnes, the ruler of Ikhana Kingdom, a website dedicated to Harnesâ Zelda collection. For the last decade, she held the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the largest collection of Zelda memorabilia with a total of 1816 items in her collection⊠until September 2025, when a rival collector, Constantine Adams, dethroned her position with a total of 3918 items in his...
https://www.zeldadungeon.net/norwegian-fan-reclaims-guinness-world-record-for-largest-zelda-collection-exclusive-interview/?fbclid=IwdGRjcARJ_lhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xNzM4NDc2NDI2NzAzNzAAAR5EqFlwh_mM4SQyGuTibo6gqI3W-WpF4mTvlWPEMZap3jgedcBcL20g_sVczw_aem_tHLhye04ZGI0IJSj6VTmWA
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What Children Actually Want From Picture Books
the joy of being in on the joke
https://open.substack.com/pub/bachmanrachel/p/what-children-actually-want-from?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web
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Look Up â The Wesleyan Argus
https://wesleyanargus.com/2026/03/27/look-up/
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âIt has your name on it, but I donât think itâs youâ: how AI is impersonating musicians on Spotify
Fraudulent music streams have long been a scourge for the industry, but experts say generative AI has supercharged it
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/apr/11/ai-impersonating-musicians-spotify?CMP=share_btn_url&fbclid=IwY2xjawRIqEpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR7Huhih7OWcYysK3cr-V8jhVm8OsPp3GH9c4rRd2EawTrNX4FSRPwJUhj7YEA_aem_KSMhHtSzzhrw6uGdqx3zeg
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The NASA Artemis II Mission Is a Rare Hopecore Moment for the Girls
The historic mission to the moon has felt like a celebration of femininity on Earth.
https://www.glamour.com/story/the-nasa-artemis-ii-mission-is-a-rare-hopecore-moment-for-the-girls
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Muffin the cat visits the Dorval Library every day. Now heâs a card-carrying member
The Dorval Library is inclusive and welcomes all book lovers. For a few years now, one particular visitor has been stopping by every day, and heâs earned himself a special membership card.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/article/muffin-the-cat-visits-the-dorval-library-every-day-now-hes-a-card-carrying-member/
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FSU Libraries preserves university history through the James and Betty Lou Joanos Collection
The Florida State University Libraries is now home to the James and Betty Lou Joanos Collection, one of the most comprehensive personal records
https://news.fsu.edu/news/university-news/2026/04/09/fsu-libraries-preserves-university-history-through-the-james-and-betty-lou-joanos-collection/
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www.pewresearch.org?p=298755
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Do Americans read print books, e-books or audiobooks more? | Pew Research Center
Most U.S. adults read books, with print still favored over digital formats, though e-book and audiobook use has grown. Habits vary by demographics and few join book clubs.
https://www.pewresearch.org/?p=298755
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https://people.com/american-girl-bringing-back-original-historical-characters-40th-anniversary-11943902
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The OG American Girl Dolls Are Making a ComebackâWhy It Means So Much to Millennials
"American Girl has elevated the stories of girls throughout history, and in turn, taught generations of girls that they matter."
https://theeverymom.com/american-girl-turns-40/?fbclid=IwdGRjcARFuKBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xNzM4NDc2NDI2NzAzNzAAAR66flUV2kKNC6Oak8JzCg9m6mgODxoiVaVHfCWqYGtnSz5iEZRwAJ4dfyIPSQ_aem_XTORVM3W-bozys5k3i1tRw
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blockclubchicago.org/2026/04/08/c...
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Chicago Turns All Public School IDs Into Library Cards To Boost Student Access
Chicago Public Library and CPS announced the expansion of The 81 Club, building on a pilot launched in 2022 to give students access to the library system's vast collection and databases.
https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/04/08/chicago-turns-all-public-school-ids-into-library-cards-to-boost-student-access/
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New librarian brings Indigenous literature focus to Bad River Tribal Library
Growing up, Della Keahna moved often, but no matter where home was at the time, the local library was always the first constant.
https://www.apg-wi.com/ashland_daily_press/paywall/new-librarian-brings-indigenous-literature-focus-to-bad-river-tribal-library/article_b9a2e98a-66f1-45e3-a83e-f3d3779fb73b.html?fbclid=IwdGRjcAREv6dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xNzM4NDc2NDI2NzAzNzAAAR6i9VB6Q3pB356mo6CoSqaHv9PM1Jjx69gnFta2IDALzf_q1lHXyqQ9JuFrbg_aem_XZsruoaYiCNW0XwEgMmHLQ
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How Japan's libraries are being reimagined as communal hubs
Libraries in Japan are evolving into infrastructure that fosters social cohesion, promotes healthy ageing, and boosts societal resilience.
https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/02/how-libraries-in-japan-are-being-reimagined-as-pillars-of-community-life/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social
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The Original American Girl Dolls Are All Coming Back
The eight historical characters are coming back to stores to celebrate the brandâs 40th anniversary.
https://www.glamour.com/story/the-original-american-girl-dolls-are-all-coming-back
11 days ago
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The Library Creates Conditions for Knowing
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The Library Creates Conditions for Knowing
Weâve been there before, or weâve known students who have been there: the student that arrives on campus, looks at the library, and isnât sure where to begin or whether they belong. The building itsel...
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/library-creates-conditions-knowing-lauren-pressley-h2k9e?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android&utm_campaign=share_via
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Eulogy for the CIA Factbook: The free standard for world facts, long an educational staple, is gone
The Trump administration has shut down the CIA World Factbook, and there's much lamenting about the demise of a free source that many people used to check basic facts about countries.
https://apnews.com/article/cia-factbook-world-trump-map-reference-manual-749b7577c2c8f1c2adae6888ea9dee06?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share
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12 Florida Secondhand Bookstores Every Book Lover Needs To Visit In 2026
Florida secondhand bookstores packed with hidden gems, rare finds, and cozy spaces every book lover needs to visit in 2026.
https://everafterinthewoods.com/florida-secondhand-bookstores-every-book-lover-needs-to-visit-in-2026/?utm_source=efti&fbclid=IwdGRjcAQ_H75leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xNzM4NDc2NDI2NzAzNzAAAR704NC-0v2QvHciZCYsfBXZihxijtGH_krkL2zRt_M9_h0grb3nu7VD5JV1yw_aem_HGSYmOLrPNNsDEmy7l_qaw
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Joining Forces: Introducing the Statement of Shared Practice | UVA Library
http://library.virginia.edu/news/2026/joining-forces-introducing-statement-shared-practice
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A dozen of our favorite indie bookstores are hosting a book crawl across Tampa Bay this April
More than a dozen local independent bookstores are uniting this April for a cross-bay book crawl to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day. The month-long activation showcases how beautiful and varied ou...
https://thatssotampa.com/bay-area-book-crawl/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQ7y9JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR5l7eiJdj0xlL9nIS-f_cXVTTB7EWczHH3jzauu8EVKrVNMZSMBAiGQQYrR8A_aem_3oPROBfbVZUR41JWEFV76w
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One Reading Skill Might Be Responsible for Many Older Students' Struggles
Learning how to break down multisyllable words is key to reading comprehension in older grades.
https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/one-reading-skill-might-be-responsible-for-many-older-students-struggles/2026/03
16 days ago
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The Outcome-Driven Library: Working Together to Inspire Even the Most Reluctant of Readers
"In an era defined by instant access and on-demand content, a three-month wait for a digital title creates the kind of friction that can reduce interest, erode trust in the library, and negatively imp...
https://www.wordsandmoney.com/the-outcome-driven-library-working-together-to-inspire-even-the-most-reluctant-of-readers/?ref=words-money-newsletter
16 days ago
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My newest article has been published in Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine. April is Global Astronomy Month.
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Women outnumber men in NASA's newest astronaut class. And this week, the first woman will orbit the moon
Christina Koch will be the first woman to fly around the moon in the Artemis II launch.
https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/women-astronauts-nasa
17 days ago
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undark.org/2026/04/01/s...
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Why Swedish Schools Are Bringing Back Books
Amid declining test scores, the country has pivoted away from screens and invested in back-to-basics school materials.
https://undark.org/2026/04/01/sweden-schools-books/
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Inside the Library at 'The Pitt'
The acclaimed drama âThe Pittâ brought home two awards this weekend at the Actor Awardsâ Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series and Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama...
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18 days ago
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14 Womenâs History Month activities for kids that teach and empower
Use these books, crafts and other fun and meaningful Women's History Month activities to teach kids about women's historical contributions.
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What Betsy Rossâ real story tells us about womenâs work in the Revolution â and why it still matters 250 years later
Betsy Ross probably did not sew the first American flag, but she was one of many craftswomen whose wartime labor helped build a nation.
https://theconversation.com/what-betsy-ross-real-story-tells-us-about-womens-work-in-the-revolution-and-why-it-still-matters-250-years-later-276582?utm_medium=article_clipboard_share&utm_source=theconversation.com
20 days ago
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Think for Yourself: How Libraries Protect Your Right to Know
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Think for Yourself: How Libraries Protect Your Right to Know
As mis- and disinformation surge, your library remains one of the last trusted guides
https://medium.com/everylibrary/think-for-yourself-how-libraries-protect-your-right-to-know-e0dfd35b785d
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âScience of readingâ advocates push for state money to standardize how kids learn to read
What to know A report from an education lobbying group found that more schools in New York State are teaching young readers through phonics-based teaching, which emphasizes the sounds of words and âŠ
https://www-localsyr-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.localsyr.com/education/science-of-reading-advocates-push-for-state-money-to-standardize-how-kids-learn-to-read/amp/
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people.com/reading-rain...
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Reading Rainbow Returns! Mychal the Librarian Will Host 24 New Episodes of the Classic Kids Show
Reading Rainbow has been renewed for a 24-episode season hosted Mychal Threets, a.k.a. Mychal the Librarian.
https://people.com/reading-rainbow-renewed-24-new-episodes-mychal-the-librarian-host-11933169?fbclid=IwVERDUAQxKBNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR5TUycYJyqCd4ALx5ZSs9Ur6zYgcWVJ8iOujn3KBoCStZbxx3o4LPD4vHdcBA_aem_z_PM10ctVdy46Kq6baJLFw
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Boys ditch books when schools closeâgirls keep reading: Study
When holidays or pandemics shut down schools, gender differences in children's reading habits widen; boys stop reading, while girls continue, according to a new study from the University of Copenhagen...
https://phys.org/news/2026-03-boys-ditch-schools-girls.html
25 days ago
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5 Summer Reading MythsâDebunked
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5 Summer Reading MythsâDebunked
In the race to raise reading scores, the impact of summer learning on literacy can sometimes be overlooked. While many educators and families worry about students losing skills during the summer month...
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-summer-reading-mythsdebunked-scholastic-y9zee?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android&utm_campaign=share_via
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When the Debate Becomes About Words Instead of Books
Why arguments about âbans,â âpauses,â and âtemporary removalsâ miss the real issue facing schools and libraries
https://open.substack.com/pub/aischoollibrarian/p/when-the-debate-becomes-about-words?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web
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The Celebrity Picture Book Problem
Children deserve stories, not glossy branding exercises from famous adults
https://open.substack.com/pub/bachmanrachel/p/the-celebrity-picture-book-problem?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web
26 days ago
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Kentucky legislators seek to close gaps in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Kentucky lawmakers aim to expand Dolly Partonâs Imagination Library to close early childhood enrollment gaps.
https://www.wdrb.com/news/kentucky-legislators-seek-to-close-gaps-in-dolly-partons-imagination-library/article_2f8bc27c-b1fb-445c-94e3-0379dfbf0821.html
27 days ago
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Rutherford County Library System director facing termination after refusing book relocation order
The Rutherford County Library System (RCLS) director is facing possible termination after she refused to comply with the boardâs decision to relocate 132 books.
https://www.wvlt.tv/2026/03/20/rutherford-county-library-system-director-facing-termination-after-refusing-book-relocation-order/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQrWGJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xNzM4NDc2NDI2NzAzNzAAAR7WbL43MheScsYbePGzcSUfgwFgzknAntgCnlrJgjK5_eqKBaLrY-EyseVI5w_aem_a5ZdWgf7pJKlcOTcQRi4Ew
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How much is a library worth? A report gives a dollar figure
Every dollar invested in the State Library of NSW is worth $4.25 in community benefits, according to a new report commissioned by the library.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-20/report-puts-dollar-value-on-nsw-public-libraries/106473202?utm_source=abc_news_web&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=linked-in
29 days ago
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Winnie-the-Pooh at 100: this much-loved classic illustrates how books can boost our wellbeing
Children can learn so much from books that sustain us and contribute to a sense of wellbeing and healing in our mental health.
https://theconversation.com/winnie-the-pooh-at-100-this-much-loved-classic-illustrates-how-books-can-boost-our-wellbeing-277528?utm_medium=article_clipboard_share&utm_source=theconversation.com
30 days ago
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Book Output Topped Four Million in 2025
The total number of books published in the U.S. in 2025 jumped 32.5% over 2024, according to statistics compiled by Bowker, led by a boom in self-published titles. The number of traditionally publishe...
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/99943-book-output-topped-4-million-in-2025.html
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Storytelling may be the most powerful way to improve memory
New research shows storytelling improves memory by helping people remember information better than lists through meaningful sequences.
https://www.earth.com/news/storytelling-may-be-the-most-powerful-way-to-improve-memory/
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imaginationlibrary.com/internationa...
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International Research - Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
A new, groundbreaking international study, the largest dataset ever collected on shared book reading, confirms the programâs powerful impact.
https://imaginationlibrary.com/international-research/
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