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• Geography–A Collaborative Opportunity

  By Maureen Schlosser on 06/12/2019 • ( 1 )

  

  Do you remember learning about geography when you were in grade school? I do! My teacher sent me to the school library with a blank map. I found an atlas, flipped through the pages, and located the map I needed…. Read More ›

• Books That Can Make a Difference

  By Maureen Schlosser on 05/14/2019 • ( 0 )

  

  Think of a book that compelled you to make a difference. Some may say A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park urged them to act. This story is about a remarkable young man named Salva. He was one of… Read More ›

• Compelling Resources to Support Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the Library

  By Maureen Schlosser on 04/15/2019 • ( 0 )

  

  Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the practice of noticing and working with feelings. Learners develop skills to manage emotions, build empathy, communicate, persevere, and solve problems. Citizens need these skills to contribute to society. SEL skills are important enough… Read More ›

• Looking for Media Literacy Lessons? Check Out These Resources

  By Maureen Schlosser on 03/19/2019 • ( 0 )

  

  Media literacy is the ability to read, question, synthesize, and produce mass communication. Where do you get your news? How do you know it’s valid? What is your process for checking relevancy? Everyone should consider these questions as they consume… Read More ›

• Library Centers: Explore the Arts with Picture Books

  By Maureen Schlosser on 02/20/2019 • ( 0 )

  

  A library center is a space set up for exploration with limited instruction. Think of a library center as an exhibit in a children’s museum. Here, you’ll notice learners engage with few directions. There’s a sense of freedom in choosing… Read More ›

• How Much Do Your Learners Know about the Coral Reef?

  By Maureen Schlosser on 01/17/2019 • ( 0 )

  

    A coral reef is a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water. A diverse amount of sea life depends on coral reefs for food, reproduction, and protection. To see it first hand is quite extraordinary. Last… Read More ›

• 5 Useful Tips from the FAME Conference

  By Maureen Schlosser on 12/20/2018 • ( 0 )

  

  FAME is the acronym for the Florida Association for Media in Education. It is the professional association for Florida school librarians and media educators. Their latest conference featured inspirational speakers and presenters. They impressed me with revolutionary ideas and successful… Read More ›

• Timelines: Lesson Ideas to Crosswalk the Standards

  By Maureen Schlosser on 11/07/2018 • ( 0 )

  

  Have you tried creating a timeline recently? I did, and what an enlightening experience it was! First, I had to find answers to questions I had about a topic. Then, I evaluated the information to check for accuracy. Finally, I… Read More ›

• 7 Brilliant Resources to Teach Mindfulness

  By Maureen Schlosser on 10/15/2018 • ( 2 )

  

  Why is mindfulness worth exploring with learners? Mindfulness is a practice in breathing, relaxing, and appreciating the present moment. Our minds stop racing. We become centered and focused. This relaxed state prepares us to contribute to learning in a meaningful… Read More ›

• Keep Kids Creative Week: 6 Lesson Ideas that Support the Standards

  By Maureen Schlosser on 09/20/2018 • ( 0 )

  

  Did you know that the last week in September is National Keep Kids Creative Week? Bruce Van Patter, an illustrator and an author, started this holiday in 2003. He wanted to encourage children to imagine and create. Let’s celebrate creativity… Read More ›