COVID-19

At a time when their skillset is needed most, school librarians struggle to find the best way to stay connected and support overwhelmed students and staff.

Large or small, urban or rural, school districts around the country are working hard to ensure students don’t go hungry. 

New Jersey high school librarian Elissa Malespina offers her insight on Wakelet—the basics plus some ways for librarians to use it effectively.

Launching today: A wizarding respite for the coronavirus-weary. Through Harry Potter at Home, readers can access HP-related activities and downloads, including free audiobook and ebook versions of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, available through April.

The "Dog Man" and "Captain Underpants" author, country music icon, and Reading Rainbow legend start initiatives this week to help students, parents, and educators.

Focusing on what kids can access without broadband and where they congregate online, school districts strive to engage all students.

Navigating bookstore and school closures, publishers innovate while helping those in need. The Internet Archive's National Emergency LIbrary draws backlash.

Temporary permission allowing educators to record themselves reading Harry Potter aloud extends to school librarians, confirms a representative of author J.K. Rowling. As for public libraries, stay tuned for a coming announcement. 

There are many more questions than answers right now as the K-12 world tries to find the best way to serve students during school closures.