Related SLC Resources

Information, Communications, and Technology (ICT) Skills Curriculum Based on the Big6™ Skills Approach to Information Problem-Solving

In this article, Mike Eisenberg, Doug Johnson, and Bob Berkowitz discuss methods for successfully integrating information technology skills into curriculum.

Reimagining Library Pursuits: CREATE-ing Spaces for Inquiry and Technology-Based Learning

This article offers two perspectives on the goals, activities, and learning experiences of this model: first, that of the Coordinator of Community Education and Engagement at the CREATE Lab and then that of a school librarian who participates as an educator partner in the CREATE Lab Satellite Network

Technology Connections. Hot Technology for the Summertime

Peruse this selection of great technology tools to get you excited for the upcoming school year. You do not have to use them all, but even those you don't use might get your creative ideas flowing and get you excited for when you meet new students, peer educators, administrators, and parents.

Libraries & Autism

In this course, Nancy Everhart talks about how you can make simple changes to help students with autism feel more confident and independent in your library and offers advice to help you feel more confident when working with students on the autism spectrum.

Related Books

Craver, Kathleen W. School Libraries in a Time of Change: How to Survive and Thrive. Libraries Unlimited, 2019.

By becoming practical futurists, school librarians can help their libraries not only to survive sweeping changes in education but to thrive. This book shows how to spot technological trends and use them to your library's advantage.

Cox, Marge. The Elementary School Library Makerspace: A Start-Up Guide. Libraries Unlimited, 2017.

A book for elementary school librarians interested in starting a makerspace at their school, but who are concerned about the cost and are looking for curriculum links for getting started.

Graves, Colleen, Aaron Graves, and Diana L. Rendina. Challenge-Based Learning in the School Library Makerspace. Libraries Unlimited, 2017.

An invaluable how-to text that details the workshop model, addresses the design challenges, and explains the best avenues for curriculum-based learning in the school library makerspace.

Rush, Elizabeth. Bringing Genius Hour to Your Library: Implementing a Schoolwide Passion Project Program. Libraries Unlimited, 2017.

This unique book presents a practical and realistic approach to implementing a school-wide, K–12 Genius Hour program—one that can succeed regardless of budgetary and infrastructure constraints.

Mardis, Marai A., ed. Librarians and Educators Collaborating for Success: The International Perspective. Libraries Unlimited, 2016.

Collaboration between teachers and school librarians is a topic that is often discussed in the quest for educational excellence, but the international perspective is something that is rarely explored. This text documents the collaboration endeavors in international school libraries and—drawing upon research and direct experience—demonstrates effective collaboration experiences in a range of countries.

Wallace, Virginia L. and Whitney N. Husid. Collaborating for Inquiry-Based Learning: School Librarians and Teachers Partner for Student Achievement, 2nd Edition. Libraries Unlimited, 2016.

A critically important resource for school librarians and classroom teachers and in school library preparation programs, this book explains the Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) process step by step and emphasizes scaffolding to support student success.

Custom PD Options

Stacy Brown is available to present a fee-based custom session with interested libraries/districts, such as leading a Skype discussion or presenting a webinar for a library/district.