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Traveling Library Lessons: Tips for Teaching on a Cart

There are a myriad of reasons that educators end up teaching on a cart. Whatever the reason, here are some tips for teaching on the go.

When You’re the Librarian Who Reads Romance

I didn’t set out to become my library's Resident Romance Librarian, but here I am, recommending romance one day at a time.

School Library Programming Ideas for National Poetry Month

Some ideas to implement in your library to get folks excited about National Poetry Month, from letter writing to poetry crafts.

A Mood Reader’s Misadventures With Library Holds

How do you handle library holds as a mood reader? As for me, well...

The Life of a Library Book

A look at the lifecycle of a library book, from the time it's acquired till retirement after a long and full shelf life.

Clara Stanton Jones: Librarian and Advocate

On the life and legacy of Carol Stanton Jones, the first Black woman to serve as director of a central public library system in the US.

How To Run A Book Award In Your School Library

If you want to start holding an annual book award as a school librarian, here are some tips from a pro!

Ancestry, Athenaeums, and Americana: 6 of the Oldest Libraries in Providence, RI

Feast your eyes on these photos of the oldest libraries in Providence, Rhode Island.

How To Actually “Do Your Own Research”

A librarian advises on what "doing your own research" really means, and how to find reliable information on complex subjects.

The Things I Learned During My First 9 Weeks as a School Librarian

After my first quarter of working as a school librarian, here are some of the things I've learned about being in this new profession.