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Flight for Freedom: True stories of courageous individuals who escaped from slavery | Nonfiction Booktalker
This year marks the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation—and these recently published books highlight the remarkable true stories of courageous Americans during this period of history.
21st Century Children’s Nonfiction Conference Talks Books, Apps, and More
Gamificiation, augmented reality, and transmedia were just some of the hot topics at the 21st Century Children’s Nonfiction Conference, held June 14–16 at the State University of New York in New Paltz.
ISTE Hopes ConnectEd Stirs Political Will to Fully Fund E-Rate
The White House’s announcement last week of the ConnectEd initiative, President Obama’s urging of the FCC to overhaul the E-Rate program, is only the first step in what must be a larger, committed effort to fully fund technology in our nation’s schools and libraries, the International Society for Technology in Education says.
The Struggles of Summer: Volunteers and Guests | Fresh Paint
You’re in a room with 65 teen volunteers waiting to be trained on the Summer Reading Program. You thought of the perfect icebreaker for the group: “What is your favorite memory of the summer reading program?” Crickets… And then it hits you. They don’t have any favorite memories of a summer reading program. They don’t even know what a summer reading program is, save the fact that it’s a volunteer opportunity. Why? Because they’ve never participated in a Summer Reading Program (SRP).
SLJ’s 2013 ALA Guide to ARCs & Signings
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Pictures of the Week: White House Honors Matthew C. Winner, “Champion of Change”
On June 11, The White House honored 12 museum and library “Champions of Change” who are making a difference “for their neighborhoods and for our nation” in a ceremony in Washington, D.C., including 2013 Mover & Shaker Matthew C. Winner, pictured here with his wife, Aimee Winner.
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Be the Change: Take the Lead on Standards: Common Core and More
SPONSORED BY: Mackin Educational Resources, Capstone, Rosen Publishing, and School Library Journal EVENT DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, June 4, 2013, 3:00 - 4:00 PM ET/ 12:00 - 1:00 PM PT Archive now available! Whether your district is Common Core or not, its arrival and collision with the broad digital transition create unmatched opportunity for librarians to take leadership on meeting standards using their collection development and technology skills--mixing up materials and tools, … [Read More...]
Part 6 On Common Core – Serving the CCSS and Youth
SPONSORED BY: Lerner Publishing Group and School Library Journal EVENT DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 3:00 - 4:00 PM ET/12:00 - 1:00 PM PT Archive now available! What resources do librarians have in their collections that meet the goals of the Common Core initiative? How will the Common Core State Standards influence the decisions school and public librarians will be making as they continue to develop their collections? What specifically should educators be looking for in the … [Read More...]
Ready to Research! Navigating K-3 Curriculum Objectives
SPONSORED BY: Capstone and School Library Journal EVENT DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET/11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT Archive now available! Common Core State Standards require that we build strong research habits from the earliest grades. Calls for: · Increased exposure to informational text · Preparation for the rigors of text-based discussion and evaluation · Emphasis on writing, comprehension and … [Read More...]
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21st Century Children’s Nonfiction Conference Talks Books, Apps, and More
Gamificiation, augmented reality, and transmedia were just some of the hot topics at the 21st Century Children’s Nonfiction Conference, held June 14–16 at the State University of New York in New Paltz.
The Struggles of Summer: Volunteers and Guests | Fresh Paint
You’re in a room with 65 teen volunteers waiting to be trained on the Summer Reading Program. You thought of the perfect icebreaker for the group: “What is your favorite memory of the summer reading program?” Crickets… And then it hits you. They don’t have any favorite memories of a summer reading program. They don’t even know what a summer reading program is, save the fact that it’s a volunteer opportunity. Why? Because they’ve never participated in a Summer Reading Program (SRP).
Pictures of the Week: White House Honors Matthew C. Winner, “Champion of Change”
On June 11, The White House honored 12 museum and library “Champions of Change” who are making a difference “for their neighborhoods and for our nation” in a ceremony in Washington, D.C., including 2013 Mover & Shaker Matthew C. Winner, pictured here with his wife, Aimee Winner.
JLG’s On the Radar: New Mystery and Adventure Titles for Elementary Students
Time travel, 200-year-old clues, and a gaggle of atypical princes round out Junior Library Guild’s picks of new mystery and adventure novels for school-aged readers. Perfect for summer reading, check out the latest offerings from Kate Messner, Andrew Clements, and Christopher Healy.
Flight for Freedom: True stories of courageous individuals who escaped from slavery | Nonfiction Booktalker
This year marks the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation—and these recently published books highlight the remarkable true stories of courageous Americans during this period of history.
ISTE Hopes ConnectEd Stirs Political Will to Fully Fund E-Rate
The White House’s announcement last week of the ConnectEd initiative, President Obama’s urging of the FCC to overhaul the E-Rate program, is only the first step in what must be a larger, committed effort to fully fund technology in our nation’s schools and libraries, the International Society for Technology in Education says.
Teacher Librarians Are Key to the Digital Shift | Pivot Points
With the demise of print textbooks and the rise of digital learning resources, the digital shift is certainly underway. There are many ways that teacher librarians can inform and assist school districts making the transition. They have the skills and knowledge necessary to help administrators create guidelines and systems that will guarantee a successful change.
Philadelphia Begins Laying Off School Librarians
Facing a $304 million shortfall for the coming year, Philadelphia’s public schools have started making severe cuts from its so-called “doomsday budget” —many of them to the 43 certified school librarians throughout the district.
Nosy Crow’s ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ | Touch and Go
Little Red Riding Hood receives a thoroughly charming update in Nosy Crow’s latest production.
Syria, Spain, and the Eternal Present | Consider the Source
A teen asks, “Why should we care about history, anyway? It’s over.” Marc Aronson replies.
A Classic Summer: Pair Audiobooks and Films to Spark Discussion and Writing | Listen In
These audiobook versions of time-honored classics shine a spotlight on language, lyrical expression, and character development. Try pairing them with their film adaptations for excellent compare and contrast opportunities.
Give Students a Break: Four Strategies to Combat Information Overload
When it comes to presenting resources to students and teachers, librarians have been as guilty as any regarding information overload. But in this digital age of abundance, our real value is being able to discern quality over quantity.
