COLLECT + CONNECT

We Are Teachers  is chock full of classroom and pedagogical ideas presented in a practical, digestible way. I also like that much of the content can be transferred to the library classroom too. They've also got lots of free printables  and discounts just for teachers. In my former life as an ELA teacher, I regularly read aloud to my juniors and seniors. I focused mostly on short stories and picture books because those were MY favorite! Students seemed to enjoy it and that made me proud. Then when I moved into the library-classroom, and one of my favorite responsibilities was doing read-alouds and book talks. One of my absolute truths? We are never too old to be read to. Here are some thoughts I have about reading aloud to all students: Relaxing and Fun I understand it's not fun for everyone and it certainly isn't relaxing for others, but for me, I almost always had a captive and engaged audience when I read aloud to students. From my informal observation...

I've created a page titled HANDY LINKS  on this blog with... wait for it... handy links! It's just one more place to find what you need for your library and for your patrons. Keep in mind the links on this page will be updated regularly. Okay, bear with me... yes, I know it's a blurry screenshot. 😃 The HANDY LINKS link is sitting next to the SD STATE LIBRARY link and under the title. Here's what's handy on this new page...  Dates & Deadlines Important dates, events, and deadlines for South Dakota school librarians Curated Resource Lists from SDSL School Libraries via Pearltrees A variety of topic-related digital resource lists such as Digital Books, Native American resources, SD History, English Language Learning, Cataloging, Media Literacy, Grants, School Library Advocacy, and more The List: Collect+Connect A chronological listing of posts from Collect+Connect: A School Library Blog Resource Guide: SDSL School Libraries Printable, SDSL School Libr...

I've created a  Resource Guide that I'm hoping you find handy on your quest in the school library. Please feel free to share with staff. They might find the Pearltree's Curated Collections most useful. Topics include digital books, media literacy, social and emotional learning, Native American resources, and teaching SD History. It will be linked on the SD State Library website under School Libraries AND on the Collect+Connect blog.