Unite Against Book Bans
(View Complete Item Description)A toolkit for organizations and individuals to support protecting the rights of everyone to access a wide variety of books
Material Type: Reference Material
All resources in School Library Planning
Wisconsin Association of School Boards: "Setting Library Policies"
(View Complete Item Description)The Wisconsin Association of School Library Boards in their December 2021 issue of "Wisconsin School News" published a short article on library collection development policies, and how reviewing and revising these policies can be a key part in a school library's plan. The article is found on pages 20-23.
Material Type: Case Study
LibGuide for Inclusive Collections from the Connecticut State Library
(View Complete Item Description)If you are looking to do a diversity audit or are in need of resources to make your library more inclusive, check out this curated collection. There is also a webinar recording - How to Audit Your Collection and Why found at https://youtu.be/0r4lEMsfTzw
Material Type: Other, Reading, Reference Material
Diversify Your Collection
(View Complete Item Description)Slide deck from WEMTA 2022 presentation on how to create a diverse collection, including lots of links to additional resources and an example audit.
Material Type: Lecture Notes
Checklist: 8 Steps to Creating a Diverse Book Collection
(View Complete Item Description)It’s not easy to create an inclusive book collection. That’s because creating a diverse book collection is about more than just making sure X, Y, and Z are represented. It’s not a matter of ticking off check boxes or making sure quotas are filled. For those committed to doing it right, building a diverse book collection requires contemplation, research, and awareness. But the rewards are great: a truly diverse collection of books can turn children into lifelong readers and promote empathy, understanding, and self-confidence. To make things a little easier, we’ve created a checklist to help.
Material Type: Self Assessment, Teaching/Learning Strategy
The South Dakota State Library School Library Weeding Guide
(View Complete Item Description)This guide was created by Scottie Bruch, School Library Coordinator for the South Dakota State Library.
Material Type: Reference Material
Future Ready Library Planning
(View Complete Item Description)This presentation was used for workshops. It is intended to be a starting point for districts looking to develop a library plan.
Material Type: Other
AASL Definition of an Effective School Library Program
(View Complete Item Description)This is a position statement created by the American Association of School Librarians in 2016.
Material Type: Primary Source
School Library Annual Reports: Examples Curated by Jennifer LaGarde
(View Complete Item Description)Use these annual reports for ideas on ways to present your library plan. The goal is to find a format that will be useful to you and your stakeholders. No more dusty plans on the shelf!
Material Type: Other
AASL Advocacy Toolkit: Educated Support for School Libraries and School Library Professionals
(View Complete Item Description)Annotated list of resources to help stakeholders understand the important role of school libraries.
Material Type: Reference Material
National School Library Standards Crosswalk with Future Ready Librarian
(View Complete Item Description)This crosswalk was created by AASL and will also be available in a web based version in the future.
Material Type: Reference Material
School Library Evaluation Check List
(View Complete Item Description)From AASL Standards website (https://standards.aasl.org/project/evaluation/): Use this School Library Evaluation Checklist to determine the areas where your school library is already strong and where you can begin to set goals for improvement year after year.
Material Type: Reference Material
A Visual Guideline to Staffing Choices in School Libraries
(View Complete Item Description)Whether they are called school librarians, media specialists, teacher-librarians, or something else, school librarians are trained as teachers and additionally as librarians; they are qualified to work across their schools with all students, teachers and administrators. But many building principals, district administrators and even teachers don’t realize all the things strong school librarians SHOULD be doing in support of student achievement. The "Areas of Expertise" and the related skills listed here are ranked to show strength of training and experience. This list can also be cross-walked to the three 2017 AASL National School Library Standards frameworks (Learners, Librarians and Libraries) as well as the SL21 Measurement Benchmarks for Michigan School Libraries for 21st Century Schools . (Introduction to document)
Material Type: Reference Material
How to Speak Administrator
(View Complete Item Description)Seven tips from two administrators about how to make a case for your library.
Material Type: Reading
10 Reasons to Know and Use Your Child’s Texas School Library
(View Complete Item Description)A flyer that can be used by any school library advocate to remind parents anywhere in Texas why they should “Know and Use Your Child’s Texas School Library.”
Material Type: Reference Material
Library Planning with Future Ready Tools: Virtual Meeting
(View Complete Item Description)Part II of the library planning workshop series. This presentation provides ideas for resources, goals, and what plans need to include.
Material Type: Reference Material
Library Video Series
(View Complete Item Description)These videos were produced under the leadership of Suzanna Panter, Library Coordinator of the Tacoma Public Schools (WA). They align with the 6 foundations of the AASL National School Library Standards. However, they are powerful advocacy tools to share with our stakeholders to illustrate the good work that librarians and library programs contribute to student s and learning.
Material Type: Other
Future Ready Evidence Template
(View Complete Item Description)Simply make a copy of this template to be used in meetings when you are highlighting work you are doing. Just describe the project or task in the wedge(s) to which it applies. By filling out one of these templates at each meeting, you can gather evidence about what wedges have been focus areas. This could give you insight on future areas of work or help identify priorities.
Material Type: Diagram/Illustration
The LIIIITES Model: Eight Ways to Shape and Illuminate the Contribution of School LIbrary Learning Commons Professionals
(View Complete Item Description)A guide to amplify the wide variety of initiatives that put the library learning commons at the center of teacher and learning in a school. The acronym stands for Literacies, Information, Inquiry, Instruction, Innovation, Technology, Expertise, Service.
Material Type: Reference Material
2018-19 Focusing on the Future
(View Complete Item Description)At the end of every school year I put together an Animoto video that highlights our library program at Riverside Elementary (D.C. Everest). My entire budget (except for $225 for supplies) is made up of Common School Funds so we couldn't do what we do without that funding.
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