We all know about book clubs! We run them, are part of them, and encourage others to join them. So I thought I would share how we are using a book club to move our program forward. So it begins…… Read More ›
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2016 New Year’s Librarian Resolutions
Happy New Year, and welcome back to the library after a holiday break! As you are working on your own personal resolutions, a new year is a great chance to do a little reflecting on your professional life as well…. Read More ›
Collaboration at Your State Conference
I love conferences! Attending conferences is like going to the spa for me. I walk away feeling renewed, refreshed, and energized. I feel ready to conquer the world…or at least my school library. There are many reasons to attend your state… Read More ›
Valuable Lessons from My First Makerspace Year
When I first started my makerspace at Stewart Middle Magnet School back in January of 2014, I was figuring everything out as I went along. The term was still brand new, I couldn’t find any maker sessions at conferences, and there… Read More ›
Let’s Get Together Thursday – Keys to Collaboration, Part Five – Reflect, Rinse, Repeat
So, we’ve completed a collaboration activity. Now what do we do? Recruit our next customer? Not yet! One of the most important things we can do as educators is stop and reflect. School librarians, we may be master teachers, but… Read More ›