

School Librarians United with Amy Hermon
Amy Hermon
Tune in as Amy Hermon tackles the issues and challenges school librarians face everyday.
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May 10, 2024 • 1h 6min
271 Navigating Self-Censorship
Jamie Becker shares research and her insight into how self-censorship is currently impacting our school libraries. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato Instructions and 14 Questions for our next book club episode Jamie Becker X: @librarianofnote E17 Self-Censorship is Real (Jan 2019!) E126 Juggling Our MANY Roles Presentation: MASL April 2024 Lane Smith's It's a Book SLJ: The Cover-Up: Andrew Bauld (May 1, 2024)

Apr 26, 2024 • 1h 3min
270 What To Do When You Are New
Sarah Sansbury shares her expertise in making the next move a successful one. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato Instructions and 14 Questions for our next book club episode Sarah Sansbury X: @SuperSansbury Instagram: @SuperSansbury Blog Post on Advice & Support for New Librarians Library Services Menu Template 98 Virtual Collaboration 136 Motivating Readers E232 Teaching Preschoolers

Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 6min
269 Getting Boys Back Into Reading
Lucas Maxwell shares his expertise and strategies for motivating readers. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato Instructions and 14 Questions for our next book club episode Twitter/X @LucasJMaxwell Book: Let's Roll 5 Ways to Encourage Boys to Read for Pleasure Glenthorne High School library webpage Blog: Glenthorne High School Library Book Riot articles Podcast: The Portable Magic Dispenser E107 Fighting Fake News E132 Raising the Profile of the Library (and Librarian!!!) E161 Teaching Teens E263 Let's Roll: RPGs in Our Libraries Graphic Novels/Manga Playlist E61 Let's End Literacy Shaming with Dr. Steve Tetreault 59 Student Choice IG: Author Lily Bailey

Apr 12, 2024 • 1h 12min
268 Complete Copyright
Carrie Russell provides a comprehensive appreciation for how copyright impacts our current practices and how school librarians can respond as issues arise. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato Book: Complete Copyright 2nd edition HISD pay $9.2 million

Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 23min
267 Creating a Reading Culture
Dr. Margaret Merga shares her research findings and the role school librarians have in creating a reading culture. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato A District's Biggest Bargain by Arlen Kimmelmann Dr. Margaret Merga Linkedin E206: Supporting Literacy and Wellness The Conversation (16 articles) Book: School Libraries Supporting Literacy and Wellbeing Book: Creating a Reading Culture in Primary and Secondary Schools E167 Teaming Up with Athletes NYT's SAT changes

Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 2min
266 Grant Writing
Keely Nudo shares strategies for writing successful grants for her libraries. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Keely Nudo Email: knudo@scappoose.k12.or.us Scappoose Teacher Librarian OSLIS How to Research District Library website Infographic GLSEN Rainbow Library E49 Free Money and How to Stretch Your Budget (Nov 2019)

Mar 22, 2024 • 58min
265 Romance Book Club
Lori Lieberman shares the importance of romance books for her students and the club which is dedicated to celebrating romance novels and their readers. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Amanda Chacon SLJ Librarian of the Year E207 STEM Librarian https://bit.ly/3wTWHDC E242 Media Virtual Presence https://bit.ly/3wTWHDC Patrick Taylor E55 Balancing Act: Work and School E111 Jack of ALL Trades Lori Lieberman IG: https://Instagram.com/LHSLibraryLori Email:llieber1@pps.net E246 Spotlight: OASL YA and Adult book lists Libro.fm: FREE advanced listening copies for librarians Reddit Romance Book Wik Write for Harlequin Glossary

Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 3min
264 Reimagining Makerspaces
Kate Hebert shares her approach to Makerspace programming and supporting her entire school community. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Patrick Taylor E55 Balancing Act: Work and School E111 Jack of ALL Trades Kate Hebert IG/X: katetxlibrarian E264 Resources

Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 14min
263 Let's Roll: RPGs in Our Libraries
Lucas Maxwell provides librarians with EVERYTHING they need to host role-playing games in our libraries. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! Steve Tetreault's Podcast Sara Smith's Graphic Library THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Twitter/X @LucasJMaxwell Book: Let's Roll Glenthorne High School library webpage Blog: Glenthorne High School Library Blog Post: Feb 14 Book Riot articles Podcast: The Portable Magic Dispenser E107 Fighting Fake News E132 Raising the Profile of the Library (and Librarian!!!) E161 Teaching Teens NYTs: The Dungeons & Dragons Players of Death Row

Mar 1, 2024 • 1h 38min
262 Inclusive Programming
Stacy Gilbert and Rachel Grover share their inspiring programs to build inclusivity in their libraries and support all their students across different areas of their curriculum. I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today. Literati Book Fairs: Speak with the Literati team today and mention the code UNITED to see if you qualify for a $500 Titlewave gift card once you complete your first Literati Book Fair. Capstone *use UNITED for $20 off $100 or more on print and ebooks Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists Search by title, guest and location! Have YOUR Say!!! Share your ideas on the next episode! ISTE24 School Library Playground THAT Librarian apparel and flair! Pre-order signed copy of Amanda Jones' book "That Librarian" Our next book club pick: Just Read It by Jarred Amato Rachel Grover @rgrov1013: Blue Sky IG @rrmslibrary School website groverscornerofthelibrary.com - blog Stacy Gilbert @ MamaGilbsLib (Twitter, Instagram, Threads) @ MamaGilbs (BlueSky) @ HayfieldLibrary (Twitter, Instagram) E250 Helping Students Belong Virginia Association of School Librarians E207 STEM Librarian Capstone's You Choose Book series Cootie Catchers tutorial


