I gave my sad, tired old library expectations poster a glow-up. Thanks, Canva. 😊 #tlsly #schoollibraries

Want to learn about The Ecology School’s teacher institute held each summer in Maine? Take a look at this article and learn about my experience there and how you can apply. knowledgequest.aasl.org/outdoor-educ... @aaslala.bsky.social #outdooreducation #tlsky #edusky

Thank you @demcoinc and @libraryexchange for the School Library Planner! Time to get rolling for another school year. #schoollbraries

www.edutopia.org/article/acti... Have you thought about bringing The Global Read Aloud to your school? This article shares fun ways students can connect with classrooms across the world. @pernille.bsky.social @edutopia.org #tlsky #literacy #childrenslit @theglobalreadaloud.bsky.social

8 Activities for the Global Read Aloud

Fun, easy ways to connect with another classroom across the world, including a virtual school tour or postcard exchange.

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Wearing my Taiwan shirt today and remembering all the incredible people I met on my teacher exchange trip. #globaleducation #tlsky #teacherexchange #Taiwan

Happiness is…wearing socks with raccoons reading a book on them. #reading

We were happy to have Jennifer Jones, a Consultant for our regional library system, visit our libraries today. We enjoyed lunch together before she continued on her tour of Rice County libraries. And she gifted me some sweet swag. #libraries #SummerReading

I thoroughly enjoyed leading a dialogue for German teachers about censorship and book banning in the U.S. These teachers will visit U.S. schools in the fall as part of a transatlantic study trip. I visited German schools last summer as part of this outstanding fellowship. #tlsky #edusky

This outstanding article on children’s literacy and librarians is a must-read. “In the midst of a reading emergency, librarians are the E.M.T.s.” newyorkermag.visitlink.me/HgGokE #edusky #tlsky #schoollibrarians #literacy

Why “Book-Shaming” Won’t Solve the Children’s Literacy Crisis

The nation’s official advocate for children’s books says most of them are “crud.” But matters of literary quality don’t explain why kids aren’t reading.

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Tomorrow I will be part of a virtual dialogue to discuss issues in American schools with German teachers who will be traveling to the U.S. for a study trip. I will talk about the rise in censorship and book banning. Looking forward to hearing their thoughts and questions. #tlsky #edusky

It’s not too early to make plans to participate in @theglobalreadaloud.bsky.social this fall. Take a look at this article from @aaslala.bsky.social for tips on getting started. knowledgequest.aasl.org/the-global-r... @pernille.bsky.social #gra2026 #tlsky #edusky #globaleducation #childrenslit

Did you know JSTOR lets you read 100 articles a month for free with a personal account? I didn't. Thanks to @simplyrain.bsky.social for sharing this gem during #TLSkyChat. What other educator/researcher resources have I been missing? 👀 #Research #JSTOR #BookSky #EdChat #EduChat #Education

The 2025-2026 school year was filled with incredible growth, special opportunities, ups and downs. I’m looking forward to a change of pace the opportunity to recharge. #tlsky #eoyreport #infographic

I’m excited to step into a bigger leadership role with @kaslks.bsky.social as I enter the presidential cycle. I will learn the ropes as a VP before leading the organization in 2028. I look forward to working alongside many talented librarians as we support one another. #tlsky

Kansas Association of School Librarians@kaslks.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Congratulations to Jewelia Oswald and @amybrownlee93.bsky.social on their new roles on the KASL Council! We sincerely appreciate all our members who took the time to vote and especially those who applied for positions. Thank you!

. @amybrownlee93.bsky.social is an incredible Kansas K-12 librarian!

News Literacy Project@newslit.org · 4mo ago

1/ Hear directly from an educator who used Checkology! In this @weareteachers.bsky.social Teacher Picks review, Amy Brownlee, a middle school educator in Kansas, tries out our virtual classroom with her students. #EdTech #Checkology

I highly recommend Checkology resources for grades 6 and up. #newsliteracy #tlsky #edusky @newslit.org @weareteachers.bsky.social

News Literacy Project@newslit.org · 4mo ago

2/ The response from Amy's students was quite positive "They loved the interactive elements in Checkology & really responded to the authentic, real-world examples of ads & social media posts." #NewsLiteracy #EduSky

#tlsky #edusky #booksky

Edutopia@edutopia.org · 4mo ago

Having disabilities can make kids feel like they stand out. When they see themselves represented in books, they can feel less isolated. 📚🫂 Here are 13 recommendations from reading teacher and librarian @amybrownlee93.bsky.social. #EduSky #TLsky

For elementary students, I recommend Here's Hank and Hank Zipster. They're 2 series with funny adventures of a boy w/learning differences. They're coauthored & inspired by the true-life experiences of Henry Winkler (The Fonz), who had undiagnosed dyslexia. www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/5594...

Henry Winkler | Penguin Random House

Henry Winkler is an acomplished actor, producer, and director. He is most well known for playing The Fonz on the American sitcom Happy Days. In 2003, Henry added author to his list of acheivements...

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SHOUT IT FROM THE ROOFTOPS! “It is much easier…to make a picture book adults respect than it is to make one children actually adore. Adults can be won over by concept and good intentions. Children demand craft. They demand timing. They demand momentum.”

Rachel@rachelbachman.bsky.social · 4mo ago

An essay on why adults need to decenter themselves when it comes to picking books for children. substack.com/@bachmanrach... #tlsky #substack #skybrarian #edusky #kidlit

We arrived n Taipei and are checked into our hotel after 30 hours of travel. I rode in three planes and touched down in four time zones. Ready to explore the area tomorrow before programming begins in the afternoon. #fulbrightteach 🇹🇼

Joined my travel cohort n Seattle and we’ve boarded our plane for the international flight. In 13 hours, we’ll be in Taipei for our Fulbright Teacher Exchange. ✈️. 🇹🇼 #tlsky #Fulbrightteach

After our Mo Willems author study, some over-excited kindies plundered the Mo Willems shelves. #tlsky #librarianlife

One week until I head to Taiwan for my Fulbright Teacher Exchange! I’m working through my to-do list to prepare. So excited to bring new learning home for my students! #fulbrightteach #exchangetheworld #fulbrighttgc #fulbrighttaiwan

I have a Follett Content webinar coming up April 28 where author-illustrator @dansantat.bsky.social and I will talk about the power of graphic novels. #booksky #edusky #graphicnovels #childrenslit #tlsky www.follettcontent.com/events/listi...

Grateful to @edutopia.org for publishing my article on middle grade books with neurodivergent characters. #tlsky #edusky #middlegradelit

Edutopia@edutopia.org · 4mo ago

Books with neurodivergent characters are for everyone! Here are 10 recs from @amybrownlee93.bsky.social. 📚👇 #EduSky #BookSky

I have a new article on @edutopia.org about middle grade books with neurodivergent characters. www.edutopia.org/article/book... #tlsky #edusky #middlegradelit

10 Books With Neurodivergent Characters

These books can be powerful tools for reducing stigma, opening up dialogue, and promoting empathy and understanding.

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Great poetry ideas!

Rachel Grover @rgrov1013.bsky.social · 4mo ago

My newest Knowledge Quest blog post published today! There are some great ideas for connecting with content teachers for poetry month. #TLSky #Poetry #PoetryMonth #SchoolLibrarians knowledgequest.aasl.org/5-easy-poetr...

Teachers and librarians looking for resources for teaching history through notable people, events and symbols to commemorate America’s 250th, take a look at this article. knowledgequest.aasl.org/spotlight-on... #edusky #tlsky @aaslala.bsky.social @whitehousehistory.bsky.social #america250

While in Taiwan, I get to attend a bilingual education workshop on food and culture, which includes a special authentic Hakka cuisine lunch. I am going to learn so much! #FulbrightTeach #globaleducation #tlsky

The countdown has begun! In 30 days, I leave for my Fulbright Teacher Exchange to Taiwan. #FulbrightTeach #globaleducation #tlsky #edusky