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Bloody Rain--Happy Halloween! 🩸 @simplyrain.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

YES! YES! YES! Every child DESERVES a Certified School Librarian in a funded school library!

Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Elementary school librarians are not state mandated in New York State either. I was lucky enough to attend a PreK-12 school with less than 200 students total and have a certified school librarian. Many rural school students aren’t afforded that opportunity.

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

In Upstate New York, rural districts can actually get away with not having a certified school librarian in their building because of state regulations. A school librarian only needs to be in the building for one period if you have less than 100 students in your secondary school.

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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

one of the 'smaller' examples of US decline in my lifetime i think a lot about is that when i was in elementary school, in a small town in central kentucky, in the mid to late 90s, we not only had a staffed and stocked library, but a weekly library class that's... rare now. even in wealthy states.

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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

my experiences with school libraries - not just in elementary school, but middle and high school - shaped a lot of who i am today and how i got here we're failing kids, not just during their childhood, but for their entire life, by providing less library opportunities than we had

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Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault @drtlovesbooks.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

It is educational malpractice to have a school without a certified school librarian & library program, no matter how you slice it. Go by cost: Libraries are the best return on investment in a school. Go by impact: libraries have the largest measurable, across academic, social, & mental health.

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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

"one of the biggest forms of censorship is not having a school library" ~ Melissa Jacobs at a NYCC panel (or so I hear) --- CORRECT

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

If it makes you feel more seen, I use my 10+ years of theater experience to project across my library loud enough for my students to (hopefully) understand that they are being way too loud 🤣

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I’m so glad you did! I had such a fun time putting it together, especially since your story was so cool!!

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

'Tis the season to share one of the most popular posts I've ever written at Book Riot: “The Girl With The Green Ribbon”: A Tale of Many Lives bookriot.com/the-girl-wit...

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"The Girl With The Green Ribbon": A Tale of Many Lives

"The Girl With The Green Ribbon" gave you nightmares in elementary school, and it's a story with a long history and promising future.

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News Literacy Project @newslit.org · 25/09/2026

🤔 What is news media bias? Check out our infographic for: - The types of news media bias & - The forms it can take 🔎 Educators: For a deeper dive into a nuanced topic that can get your students thinking critically about the news they consume, bookmark our #Checkology lesson: bit.ly/Understandin...

Heading reads: Understanding Bias. The page is split
it two sections: the top half is labeled “types” and the bottom half is labeled
“forms.” There are 5 text boxes in each section.

Types:

Partisan bias

Corporate bias

Demographic bias

“Big story” bias

Neutrality bias

Forms:

Framing

Story selection

Absence of fairness and balance

Tone

Flawed sourcing

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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

You can't, and shouldn't seek to, replace public schools or libraries with bookstores. You can't replace a public good with a private business, no matter how well-meaning or well-organized it may be.

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Smooth Dunk @smoothdunk2.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

when ai leaves u behind

7 panel comic.

Panel 1:
A Red Guy with AI across his chest looks like he’s about to run away. A Yellow Guy stands next to him. Red Guy says “I’m the future, buddy. You comin’?”
Yellow Guy replies “Nah”

Panel 2:
Red Guy is almost out of the panel. He leans in and says “Enjoy getting left behind, pal”
Yellow Guy replies “ok”

Panel 3:
Yellow Guy stands alone.

Panel 4:
Close up on Yellow Guy, there is a quiet “huff-huff-huff” noise coming from behind him

Panel 5:
Yellow Guy turns to look behind him

Panel 6:
Close up on Yellow Guy’s face as if from the point of view of an attacker.
Yellow Guy yells “Jesus Christ”

Panel 7:
AI Red Guy is now chasing the Yellow Guy.
Red Guy: “Use me”
Yellow Guy “No”
Red Guy “USE ME”

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Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault @drtlovesbooks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Someone asked if I'd share my Visual Book Lists (VBLs) (based on the always-awesome @melissacorey.bsky.social's!), so I put together a list of Canva template links. There are about 40, plus some Book Bingo sheets. Help yourself! #TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

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Dr. T's Visual Book Lists VBLs Book Menus

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

That comment has me cackling🤣

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The first full episode of Liberating Lit is live. I talk with @tasslyn.bsky.social about what got her started in anti-censorship work, what keeps her going, and what advice she'd give to new and long-time advocates. Tune in on the Liberating Lit website: www.liberatinglit.com/episodes/epi...

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Episode One: Tasslyn Magnusson — Liberating Lit

Dr. Tasslyn Magnusson has been tracking book bans since 2021. But her work is much more than simply counting–it’s helping motivate other people nationwide to get to work protecting the right to read. ...

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Just bought the whole series on DVD because of my fond memory checking these videos out from the library as a kid!

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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

I'm a librarian because I love books and I'm good at connecting people to information (including other people). It really is that simple. 🤷‍♂️

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Haven’t been on Blue Sky in a hot minute because I was my public library’s interim director this summer and I spent the rest of my time cleaning out my house so my partner could move in. Anywho…started year 3 on September 2nd! #tlsky #schoollibrarian

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I have an article featured in this issue! I’m so happy to share my story in genrefying my comics collection! #schoollibrarian #TLSky #graphicnovels

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Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault @drtlovesbooks.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I was today years old when I learned that @neatoday.bsky.social has had (until recently) a Library, Information Literacy, and Technology Caucus for Teacher-Librarians and other related professionals - but... #TLsky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians #TLSkyChat #TLChat #SchoolLibrary 1/

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Lucy Knisley @lucyknisley.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Free to download, and printable on standard Avery 5164 shipping label stickers. Enjoy!

Hand drawn text reading: Oh no! ANOTHER HIDEOUS GENERATIVE AI FLYER
Looks like they:
-don’t care about the harm to the planet and our drinkable water
-devalue human artists and creativity
-lined a billionaire’s pocket instead of hiring a local artist
-want everyone to become more lazy, stupid and misinformed
HOW EMBARRASSING

The text image from the other image in this post, printed six times to fit on mailing label stickers when printed

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Erratic Reader @randomreader.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Don't get complacent if you are at any risk at all of anaphylaxis! With bees around & exposure to picnic/bbq potluck food, you're going to want epinephrine 1) near and 2) effective. P.S. The caption on the photo refers to past Epipen price hikes. We don't forget, Mylan. wtop.com/local/2026/0...

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Heat and forgetfulness can make epinephrine ineffective when you need it most - WTOP News

Allergist Dr. Rachel Schreiber, of Schreiber Allergy in Rockville, Maryland, said one of the biggest problems is not having epinephrine on hand at all times.

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

I am packing for a trip tonight so I won't be able to chat AGAIN! Maybe July will be my month....love all my library pals on #TLSkyChat, I'll chat soon :)

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Heather Turner @techielibgrl.com · 02/06/2026

Did you know JSTOR lets you read 100 articles a month for free with a personal account? I didn't. Thanks to @simplyrain.bsky.social for sharing this gem during #TLSkyChat. What other educator/researcher resources have I been missing? 👀 #Research #JSTOR #BookSky #EdChat #EduChat #Education

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

I’ll have to slow chat next week because I’ll be living it up at a concert….but I cannot wait to learn more about what others contribute to next week’s #TLSkyChat!

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Heather Turner @techielibgrl.com · 28/05/2026

Need new ideas for your summer reading stack? 📚 Join #TLSkyChat Wednesday, June 3 at 8 PM EST for “Build Your Summer Stack” moderated by @thenextgenlib.bsky.social! Share titles, discover new reads, and connect with fellow librarians. Learn more at tlskychat.com

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I’ve seen some reviews from Instagram and TT, and many librarians who have it seem to need to replace the covers more often because they snag easily. They also have pretty pointy plastic corners that could scratch you pretty well. I don’t have personal experience, but those reviews look pretty solid

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Oh my gosh I must be TIRED. I thought we were talking CoverOne 😭 Now I know it’s the CoLibri covers…🙃

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I have a cheap rebinder similar to the CoLibri. I bought it off Amazon with Christmas gift cards and it was only $50! Worth it for sure, ups my repair game

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Ayo @darrylayo.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Make a zine Nobody can stop you Nobody can stop you from making comics

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Bloody Rain--Happy Halloween! 🩸 @simplyrain.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Not only does this feel like backtracking due to being called out, they have ZERO intention of changing their target market which is schools--specifically schools as there is a crisis in school librarianship. They are NOT an ally to librarians. The lack of us increases the sales.

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Bloody Rain--Happy Halloween! 🩸 @simplyrain.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Not buying the apology. www.linkedin.com/safety/go/?u...

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Martha Hickson @sassylibrarian.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Excellent thread. Read all of it … even past the 1st “end for now” (spoiler: it ain’t the end). Steve expresses the outrage and answers all the “yeah, buts” about AI.

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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

"...intelligent enough to not need a trained librarian." EXCUSE YOU? www.librarlabs.com/en/home

Librar

AI for librarians
Librar makes it easier to set up and manage a school library even before you find a librarian.

Organize your book collection
Many organizations struggle to hire trained librarians, so the library is often empty or run by teachers. Librar ILS is powerful for professionals, simple enough for anyone and intelligent enough to not need a trained librarian.

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Heather Turner @techielibgrl.com · 21/05/2026

Loved last night’s #TLSkyChat on manga & comics! Big thanks to @mangalibrarian.bsky.social & @smwordsmith.bsky.social for the expert tips. 🚀 I’ve rounded up all the strategies, shelving hacks, & book lists from the chat into one post. 📖 💗Remember #slowchat is engaged! Check out the article HERE

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Between the Panels: Highlights from #TLSkyChat

Students are driving the demand, and librarians are answering the call. ⚡️ Explore our latest recap of #TLSkyChat: "Panels & Pages," featuring expert advice from the authors of Manga Goes to School an...

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Thomas Maluck @maluckamuck.financialflock.com · 21/05/2026

#TLSkyChat A4 - Beyond the blogs and trades, I would follow some nerdy people and see where their recommendations lead. Not blind trust, but much like with movie reviews, you can land on a critic/connoisseur whose tastes are a useful dowsing rod. Find the positive folks who like to yell endorsements

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Also I did design the entire website Monday night over a 3 hour period because I’m ✨crazy✨

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Sara Campbell @smwordsmith.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

A8: I love how cinematic it is and he beautiful and detailed it is. And TBH, I actually ENJOY how quickly we can read it! I’m a slow reader so I can enjoy so many stories! #TLSkyChat

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Also while we are still having fun with #TLSkyChat, please check out my new social media initiative, Room on the Shelf! I’m looking for school librarians nationwide to tell their stories! What was your path to the school library? Follow me on insta @roomontheshelfstories & Check out my website!

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Room on the Shelf Website

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Sara Campbell @smwordsmith.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

A7: definitely buy the *Bound editions that come with lifetime guarantees even if they do get shaved in the process bc the paperbacks fall apart too quickly with elem kids. Paperbacks for HS maybe only. We have a glue machine to fix spines. Lots of tape. But weigh cost of replacement. #TLSkyChat

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Alexa Dumas @alexadoom.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Many didn’t notice, but the ones who did were understanding. A lot of the popular titles made their way up to the high school, but some were just so outdated, I got rid of them

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Sara Campbell @smwordsmith.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

A6: it almost always comes down to “appropriateness”. Violence sometimes, but most of the questions I get from community/ during panels is about bodies — nakedness, scantily clad, bathing scenes, short skirts, etc. The purity standards are wild & even non-sexual nudity makes people scared #TLSkyChat

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