School Libraries

While book bans and other efforts to curtail free expression in schools have made headlines, canceled visits have gone relatively unmarked. SLJ spoke with authors about their experiences. 

Librarians pitch current favorites, from breathtaking escape stories to heartwarming yarns. 

These picture books and graphic novels for elementary students through high schoolers show the power of illustration to convey complex emotions.

Is ChatGPT the new Wikipedia, riddled with inaccuracies, used by students seeking a shortcut? It could be. But it doesn’t have to be. That points to our next venture as librarians: AI literacy instruction.

With a focus on student equity and revenue scenarios, these librarians put their own stamp on book fairs. 

These series about friend duos will appeal to young children just starting to read independently—and watching the streaming show on Apple TV.  

How teachers and librarians have brought nonfiction front and center at their schools.

Mispronouncing a student’s name can have a significant negative impact. Getting it right sends a better, affirming message. 

Help smooth the path from in-person to online making.