Marlaina Cockcroft

A collaboration among a middle school librarian and her English teacher colleagues sparked student creativity and a passion for poetry.

Texas school librarian Minda Anderson created a lesson for AP English students to analyze rhetoric and learn about banned books and censorship.

Dustin Hensley's project-based learning program has an impact beyond the library walls.

Missouri elementary school library media specialist Carly Bogaards helps promote education, wellness, and community with an expanding outdoor program.

Arkansas library media specialist Chelsey Smith has kids combine food truck fun with their favorite books, resulting in projects like a Captain Underpants-themed truck with "Tighty-Whitey Tacos" on the menu.

Sometimes, one good book can supercharge your professional development. That was the experience of these library leaders.

Book challenges overwhelm members seeking to follow library policy and address other district issues.

Librarians responding to our 2024 Transitional Books Survey had a lot to say about their favorite series. Here's why "Fly Guy," "Mercy Watson," and others stand out to them. 

Early chapter books? Easy readers? Whatever you call them, transitional books are key for young students, librarians say.