We are excited to announce a call for proposals TMC9 to be held in Edmonton, Alberta on Friday February 26 and Saturday February 27, 2027. Theme: Human-Centredness in School Library Learning Commons See tmc.canadianschoollibraries.ca for sub-themes and submission guidelines.
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Modern Learners coding & creating interactive art pieces connected to the UN global goals using @octostudioapp.bsky.social in the library💡 #FutureReadyPeel #MakerEd #EduSky #TLsky #Library #EdTech #MakerSpace #UNGG #GlobalGoals @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social
Happy summer from our families to yours! We wish you every opportunity to rest, relax, and catch up on all the books on your tbr list! See you in September.
June is a time to celebrate the contributions of authors from Italy, Portugal, and the Philippines! #TLSky
We know that School Libraries are the heart of the school, but we also know that school librarians help support well being. Share some of the ways in which you are celebrating #MentalHealthWeek
Just added this AI and the Environment resource by @dayofai.bsky.social to the #DigitalMediaLiteracy Toolbox dayofai.org/units/the-im... Check it out! www.canadianschoollibraries.ca/digital-and-... #TLSky
The Impact of AI on the Environment
Students comprehend the environmental impact of artificial intelligence (AI), including both its positive and negative effects.
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Help Canadian School Libraries is seeking to find out more about the state of school libraries and their budgets in Canada. Read more and participate here: journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/canadian-sch... #TLSky
The Winter 2026 edition of the CSL Journal is out! Grab a coffee or tea and check out these and other articles around the theme of Access and Representation: ▶https://journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/ #SchoolLibrariesMatter #TLSky
I’m so thrilled to see Little Bee: The Buzz About the Party highlighted in the @spencerbmiller.bsky.social article in @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social Journal! Thanks for highlighting Little Bee! journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/thawing-the-...
Thawing the Chill: 9 Indie Books Holding Space in the Face of Book Bans – Canadian School Libraries Journal
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SAVE THE DATE: Canadian School Libraries is pleased to be holding the 9th biennial TMC symposium in Edmonton, AB on February 26 and 27, 2027. TMC9 Theme: Human-Centredness in School Library Learning Commons Check out the website for more information: tmc.canadianschoollibraries.ca
Developing human-centred solutions through an empathy lens for health-science studies w @teachergray.bsky.social's group of grade 3 modern learners in the library at the Peel DSB 🤔💡✨ ➡️ bit.ly/design-thinking-canvas-pdf #FutureReadyPeel #MakerEd #Inquiry #EduSky #TLsky @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social
Happy International Women's Day! Today we celebrate female authors, poets, and playwrights as well as all of the school librarians!
February is Saskatchewan Indigenous Storytelling Month! This initiative, coordinated by the Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal Peoples #lssap, is celebrated province-wide each year. Learn more and take part by visiting the events calendar here: lssap.ca/calendar
"Known for helping people find, evaluate & use information effectively, librarians have seen their work grow to include guiding people to navigate complex digital environments & misinformation — #AI literacy is a natural extension of that" www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social
Are librarians the key for teaching AI literacy? | CBC News
Librarians teach students about research, media literacy, copyright and technology. This makes them perfect for teaching about the power and pitfalls of AI. Yet students — from kindergarteners to post...
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Are Librarians the key for teaching AI literacy? Two of our board members share their thoughts in this CBC article: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #SchoolLibrariansMatter #TLChat
Are librarians the key for teaching AI literacy? | CBC News
Librarians teach students about research, media literacy, copyright and technology. This makes them perfect for teaching about the power and pitfalls of AI. Yet students — from kindergarteners to post...
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Fortifying or Gatekeeping? A School Librarian's Inquiry into Age-Appropriate Reading, by Annette Macintyre is a must read! #freedomtoread journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/fortifying-o...
Fortifying or Gatekeeping? A school librarian’s inquiry into age-appropriate reading – Canadian School Libraries Journal
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Grade 3 modern learners tested their 'earthquake-proof' designs, recorded data & had collaborative STEM discussions about how to improve & optimize their structures 🏢🤔💬...more to come! #FutureReadyPeel #MakerSpace #MakerEd #STEAM #Inquiry #TLsky @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social
Prototype no.1 is locked in & ready for testing on our 'earthquake simulator'! 🫨 ...grade 3 modern learners are excited to see how long their design stays upright while loaded with extra weight 🔍🤞 #FutureReadyPeel #STEM #GlobalGoals #UrbanPlanning #MakerSpace #MakeDo #Inquiry #EduSky #TLsky
Have you registered for Crayola Creativity Week yet? It's free and it's a fabulous way to celebrate creativity. Use this link to register your Library LC: bit.ly/CSLcrayola
Shannon always shares the best resources!
It’s winter—time for chilly days, falling snow, and lots of seasonal fun! ☃️ To celebrate the season, I’ve brought together 36 winter and snow-themed books in this interactive choice board. Find them in @follettcontent.bsky.social Titlewave here.💙 buff.ly/4QnRIUX #TLSky #EduSky #books #tlchat
Wishing all who celebrate love and light this Hanukkah.
Looking for some reading inspiration? Grab a coffee or cocoa, a warm blanket, and check out the various reading program spotlights featured in the Canadian School Library Journal Fall edition: journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca
A great way to advocate for the importance of school libraries is to showcase all of the awesome happening there!
Happy to host the director of education for Peel DSB recently. Good discussions around innovation in the library learning commons & the @megabrights.bsky.social team. Thank you for the visit!💡➡️ tinyurl.com/megabrights-cbc #FutureReadyPeel #GirlsInSTEM #MakerEd @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social
Our Giving Tuesday results are in! We received $1715 for the Main CSL fund and $500 for the Donald Hamilton Advocacy Fund. Thank you to everyone who donated to support school libraries across Canada. Remember you can donate any day of the year :) #TLChat
Going to need to sit down and read through all the good stuff in the latest journal from @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social
We are thrilled to announce our latest issue of the Canadian School Libraries Journal is LIVE at journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/!! I know what I will be doing this evening by the fire! #readingacrossthenation #schoollibrariesmatter
Join us on Wednesday, December 3rd, from 1-2pm, for Strategies for Tokenism and Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation. This webinar is hosted by Zane Arnott and Malvina Rapko at the Saskatchewan Intercultural Association. For more information or to register: buff.ly/s5lQAYx
We are thrilled to announce our latest issue of the Canadian School Libraries Journal is LIVE at journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/!! I know what I will be doing this evening by the fire! #readingacrossthenation #schoollibrariesmatter
We'd love to hear how your community values the Library Learning Commons and showcase these for all to see! Deadline for submissions for our Dear School Library database contest is November 30th. Submit here: bit.ly/CSLDear2025 Prizes only available to Canadian School Library Educators #TLChat