Libraries for the win! #tlsky

6 Grant Opportunities for School Libraries www.slj.com/story/newsfe...

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

Yes!!! #tlsky

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”. www.slj.com/story/review...

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

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

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 :)

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? podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l... #TLsky @glma-inc.bsky.social @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social @communityleaders.bsky.social

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 www.edtechinnovationhub.com/news/mit-stu...

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!

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. www.cybraryman.com/makerspaces.... Creativity cybraryman.com/creativity.h... @shannonmmiller is awesome #TLSkyChat

📅 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… 🤓🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏽‍♀️

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

✨ 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 🚀

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

I love this 😍 #TLskychat

Keep the convo going with #SlowChat & join us live every Wednesday! 🎶📚 See you next time! 🚀💛 #TLSkyChat #TLSky

This is definitely one you don’t want to miss! #TLskychat @glma-inc.bsky.social @aaslala.bsky.social

Learned this today and am pleasantly surprised at the results. Despite the subscription databases I provide, my HS Ss are still relying on Google. Add -ai to your search terms and try it for yourself! (the space is important in -ai) #librarian #library #tlsky #tlskychat

#TLSky #TLSkyChat #EduSky #EduSkyChat #Skybrarians #BookSky #Booktok

☀️📚 Summer reading just got a whole lot sweeter! Kids can earn FREE books, pizza, backpacks, meals & play points just by READING. From Barnes & Noble to Chuck E. Cheese, the rewards are real! #SummerReading #EduSky #KidLit #TLSkyChat #TLSky #Skybrarians #Booksky #SummerBooks

A3 We love bringing literacy to life through STEM and Makerspace projects such as 3D printing, robotics, art supplies and paper, and one of our favorite new tools to use... Chompsaw from @stemfinity.bsky.social #TLSkyChat

A5 There are so many digital tools that we love to use to bring more creativity to our library and classrooms. @bookcreator.com @storyboardthat.com @adobeexpress.adobe.com Tinkercad, @kaiseducation.bsky.social and so many more. #TLSkyChat

A6 STEM materials and activities are the perfect way to ignite creativity within the library. It can be through STEM Literacy stations, STEM activities focused around books and topics, Makerspace free choice (which they all love), STEM tied into curricular topics, and more. #TLSkyChat

May 20: Today’s featured book is an affirming book for Brown children: Brown Is Beautiful written by Indian American author @supriyakelkar.bsky.social Supriya Kelkar and Kashmiri-American Noor Sofi. #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPIBooks #BookSky

Keeping up with Ed-Tech is really hard, but this should help 😀 Yesterday we asked 225 Tech coaches and leaders, "What's your one best thing in Ed-Tech right now?" Here are their responses all organized! 🔥 docs.google.com/spreadsheets... #edusky @quizizz.bsky.social @forwardedu.bsky.social

Be sure to grab this awesome #MG #book when it releases tmrw: bookshop.org/a/102434/978... Fans of Winn Dixie & Ivan will love this one! #library #books #tlsky #skybrarian #skybrarians #bookrecommendation #librarian #librarians @sguillory262.bsky.social

Such an adorable #MG #graphicnovel about a boy struggling with anxiety & his rescue that helps him. Out today! bookshop.org/a/102434/978... @01firstsecond.bsky.social #library #book #tlsky #skybrarian #skybrarians #bookrecommendation #librarian #librarians

Looks like a great resource! #TLsky

What a fun activity! #TLsky

Teachers! Parents! Librarians! 🌟 Download a *FREE* #STEAM activity kit to create a mini-Louvre pyramid, do a paper puzzle, design a paper bridge, create an architecture sketch book, and complete a word search. jeannewalkerharvey.com/projects @eastwestlit.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social

"Guts meets PAWS in a graphic novel about anxiety and agility that will be popular in all graphic novel collections." —School Library Journal GOOD BOY by Andy Hirsch is out today! bit.ly/3YSEUb9

WE ♥️ School Libraries! Join us TONIGHT for #TLSkyChat! Tonight’s topic is: Podcasts in the Library - Creating, Listening, Learning, & Sharing! Questions are already posted at tlskychat.com! Hope to see you there! @illinimccoy.bsky.social

I love this display! #tlsky @glma-inc.bsky.social @dcsdedmedia.bsky.social

Can't wait to watch Free for All: The Public Library this weekend! If you'd like to watch as well, it's streaming for free here: www.pbs.org/independentl... #TLsky #Skybrarian #LibraryLife

Great service by pro-active librarian. www.schoollibraryjournal.com/story/Mitiga...

📚 Chat Over… for now! 🚀✨ Thanks for sharing Library Advocacy tips and tricks with #TLSkyChat! 📅 Mark your calendars & keep the convo going with #SlowChat! 💡📚 tlskychat.com #TLSkyChat

Next week @jenniferlagarde.bsky.social and I are back to chat End of Year Reports! 📊 So many of you do amazing things to showcase your awesome—come share & gather ideas. It’s another great way to advocate for your program! #TLSkyChat

Celebrate the life and legacy of Coretta Scott King with the 2025 John Steptoe New Talent winners! Join us on Thursday, April 24 at 3pm PT / 5pm CT / 6pm ET for a virtual event honoring emerging voices in writing and illustration. Register here: ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/regi...