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Aggie Gassier shares how picture books can help older students build critical thinking, explore big ideas, and connect with challenging topics. Tune in for classroom-ready ways to turn a read-aloud into a powerful lesson in literacy and empathy.   Aggie Gasior aggie.gasior@gmail.com IG: @CanuckClassroom Bluesky @canuckclassroom ⭐ Aggie Gasior's MANY Resources for Using Picture Books ⭐ Facing His...

Kelsey LaPort and Noel Reich discuss the intersection of sustainability, eco-anxiety, and librarianship, sharing innovative programs and insights on how librarians can foster environmental awareness and action among young people.   Kelsey LaPort kelsey.laport@gmail.com Kelsey's LinkedIn Kelsey Instagram E343 Building Media Skills Through Video Production    Noel Reich Noel's Linkedin nreich45@gmai...

Rural school librarian Abby Thompson shares strategies for supporting students ages 3-22 and her secrets to her success including "Progress NOT Perfection."    Abby Thompson 362 Maine School Librarians Share Strategies and Solutions MASL - Maine Association of School Libraries Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format f...

Erika Long shares the journey of creating a book which amplifies Black librarians' voices, the importance of community and how conferences inspire action and advocacy.   erikalong.lib@gmail.com Instagram: @notyomamaslibrarian Bloomsbury 20% off the paperback using discount code GLR BD8 Not Yo Mama's Librarian LLC E96 Social Justice KQ article March 2021 "Making a Mark on White Space" Jane Elliott...

Discover the positivity, risk-taking, and self-awareness which has guided Dr. Steve Tetreault his career as educator, school librarian, author and podcaster.   Steve Tetreault (NJ) @DrTLovesBooks    @SchoolLibLN School Librarians Learning Network  E61 Let's End Literacy Shaming  E91 Using Wikipedia Wisely E160 Round 2 Can I Just Vent?!?!?  E162 Fighting Censorship E211 Circulation Software: Expert...

Danny Neville shares his journey from classroom teacher to published author, discussing the process of writing inclusive children's books which reflect diverse family structures, and the importance of supporting local creators in schools.   Dannyneville.com   IG @dnevillebooks and @tingl_osla   E315 Canadian Teacher Librarian Little Bee chapter book series: The Buzz About the Party (2026) The Stor...

Heather Horner shares her journey through school librarianship and administration, dealing with involuntary transfers, and navigating her emotional wellness during career pivots.   Heather Hornor @heatherpnwtx.bsky.social IG: mrs.hornor E358 Student Privacy E354 Conflict Resolution: Experts Chime In Why School Librarians Matter by Keith Curry Lance and Debra Kachel Podcast Linktree Search by title...

Mackenzie Dietz shares insights into her role, community engagement, and how rural schools adapt to technological and educational challenges.   Mackenzie Dietz IG: mediawithmac Gmail:  mediawithmac@gmail.com Mackenzie's resource page   Fessendon-Bowdon School District NDLA Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for c...

Dr. Misty Schattle discusses her research on the mental health of school librarians, the impact of censorship, and the importance of advocacy and community support in the field of librarianship.   Dr. Misty Schattle Mschattle@shsu.edu schattleandoconnor.pdf   E204 Supporting Literacy and Wellness with Dr. Merga E267 Creating a Reading Culture with Dr. Merga E17 Self-Censorship is Real (Season 1…so...

Editor Erin Jones shares insights into her work in librarianship, the development of the 11th edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual, and the importance of accessible, inclusive resources for all library professionals.   Erin Jone's LinkedIn ALA Editions Intellectual Freedom Manual 11th ed. ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable P...

Transitioning from public to school libraries, Sasha Mangipano shares her current role and unique schedule, STEM centers and how she creates an inviting library.     Sasha Mangipano TikTok/IG @thesassynerd FB @the sassynerd1 Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists   Amy's...

Dr. Harris and an expert panel unveil 8 provocations challenging how schools are responding to AI — moving beyond bans and toward real policy rethink. Drawing on best-practice recommendations, this conversation pushes educators and school administrators to confront the hard questions before AI reshapes the classroom without them.   Dr. Christopher Harris chris@playplaylearn.com   Bluesky: @cgharri...

Amanda Chacon returns to unpack findings from a recent survey of school librarians capturing their perspectives and experiences involving Imposter Syndrome.   Amanda Chacon Bluesky: @goodreads.bsky.social‬ Twitter: TheGoodRead Tiktok: TheGoodRead IG: OpenBookAmanda 2024 SLJ School Librarian of the Year E332 Imposter Syndrome E242 Our Media Virtual Presence   E207 STEM Librarian   Podcast Linktree...

With over 15,000 attendees, ALA Annual Conference is the world's largest gathering of library professionals.  Tune in as 16 library professionals from across the US share their stories, perspectives and resources.   Patches website - Gene Ambaum E285 Mister Library, Tim Jones NIMCO, INC.   My session with Diana Haneski "Pawsitive Impact - Therapy Dogs" E258 Emotional Support Librarian: Diana Hanes...

President Sam Helmick shares exciting opportunities for librarians attending ALA's Annual Conference this summer in Chicago.   samhelmicklibrary@gmail.com ALA Annual 2026 Past ALA conference episodes: E231 ALAAC23 (Chicago) E278 ALAAC24 (San Diego) E327 ALAAC25 (Philadelphia) E258 Emotional Support Librarian: Diana Haneski Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certifi...

Librarian Mary Lanni shares the imporant reasons nursery rhymes should be part of your programming and how to avoid potential misteps in your planning.   www.maryrlanni.com marylannireads@gmail.com @MaryLanniReads on Bluesky and YouTube Bloomsbury - Mention "United20" for 20% off Article: Rethinking Storytime Article: Betsy Bird Storytime Solidarity SLJ Winner: 265 Romance Book Clubs with Lori Lie...

Dr. Pray shares the MANY ways her surroundings impacted her professional identity AND what she did to direct the course her career as a school librarian.    Instagram: @ praytelllibrarian LinkedIn: Wenndy Pray, Ph. D.   Bluesky: wpray.bsky.social Website: wpray.com Bochner, A. P., & Ellis, C. (2016). Evocative autoethnography: Writing lives and telling stories. Routledge.   Cooper, R., & Lilyea, B...

Lisa Marcum shares her strategies and learned lessons for planning a successful book battle.     Lisa.marcum1@gmail.com Instagram: @Mrsmarcum_edu School instagram account: @readwithphs AASL Presentation E217 Battle of the Books with Erica Huckaby Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for cit...

Experience this conferece for yourself as 15 Maine School Llibrarians generously share their time and talents with our listening community.   MASL (Maine Association of School Librarians) 205 Supporting Rural Librarians with Heather Perkinson 279 Digital Citizenship in Action with Dr. K. Mattson Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In searc...

With decades of professional training and perspective, Hannah Byrd Little identifies the MANY ways school librarians foster a sense of community and belonging in our libraries.   Bloomsbury: A Sense of Place by Hannah Byrd Little and use the code "United20" for 20% off! Instagram and Bluesky  @librarianlittle  The Link in bio will have all the details   One Little Spark! E235 AASL School Library o...

Meagan Major shares some of the MANY innovative and strategic ways she supports Math and Science lessons AND collaborates with teachers all year long.     Meagan Major Email:meagan.major@lcps.org Bringing Math and Science into Your HS Library Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certificate FAQ's Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SL...

Stacy Brown shares proven strategies for creating (and sustaining) book clubs across different grade levels as well as leading staff and parent book clubs.     Stacy Brown stacybrownreads@gmail.com   sbrown@davisacademy.org   Social media at 21stStacy Revolutionize Youth Book Clubs and use the code "United20" for 20% off Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certifica...

Law for Librarians (and school librarian) Heather Hornor provides a training session on student privacy to our listening community.   Heather Hornor @heatherpnwtx.bsky.social IG: mrs.hornor ALA L4L Information   L4L present ation E354 Conflict Resolution: Experts Chime In AASL Freedom of Information Day Resources ALA: USA Patriot Act 2001   Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   E...

Karla Collins identifies the MANY ways in which school librarians are vitally important in connecting interprofessional teams to support our students.   Karla Bame Collins Collinskb@longwood.edu Bloomsbury: Order Karla's book   and use the code "United20" for 20% off Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!   Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Progra...

Founding member and parent advocate, Laney Hawes shares proven strategies and lessons learned over YEARS of defending school library collections and protecting student access to books.   Website Twitter :: @txfreedomread Facebook :: Texas Freedom to Read Project (@txfreedomread) Instagram :: txfreedomread For media inquiries or answers to additional questions, please send us an email at txfreedomt...