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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Happy New School Year! Wishing you and your school community a successful start to the school year. May you inspire readers, thinkers, and makers.

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We are excited to announce a call for proposals TMC9 to be held in Edmonton, Alberta on Friday February 26 and Saturday February 27, 2027. Theme: Human-Centredness in School Library Learning Commons See tmc.canadianschoollibraries.ca for sub-themes and submission guidelines.

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Modern Learners coding & creating interactive art pieces connected to the UN global goals using @octostudioapp.bsky.social in the library💡 #FutureReadyPeel #MakerEd #EduSky #TLsky #Library #EdTech #MakerSpace #UNGG #GlobalGoals @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

Themed Cardboard frames highlight interactive messaging coding on the screen

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Happy summer from our families to yours! We wish you every opportunity to rest, relax, and catch up on all the books on your tbr list! See you in September.

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

June is a time to celebrate the contributions of authors from Italy, Portugal, and the Philippines! #TLSky

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

How are you celebrating Pride Month in your Library Learning Commons? #TLSky

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We know that School Libraries are the heart of the school, but we also know that school librarians help support well being. Share some of the ways in which you are celebrating #MentalHealthWeek

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Help Canadian School Libraries is seeking to find out more about the state of school libraries and their budgets in Canada. Read more and participate here: journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/canadian-sch... #TLSky

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

The Winter 2026 edition of the CSL Journal is out! Grab a coffee or tea and check out these and other articles around the theme of Access and Representation: ▶https://journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/ #SchoolLibrariesMatter #TLSky

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Danny Neville @dnevillebooks.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

I’m so thrilled to see Little Bee: The Buzz About the Party highlighted in the @spencerbmiller.bsky.social article in @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social Journal! Thanks for highlighting Little Bee! journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/thawing-the-...

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Thawing the Chill: 9 Indie Books Holding Space in the Face of Book Bans – Canadian School Libraries Journal

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

SAVE THE DATE: Canadian School Libraries is pleased to be holding the 9th biennial TMC symposium in Edmonton, AB on February 26 and 27, 2027. TMC9 Theme: Human-Centredness in School Library Learning Commons Check out the website for more information: tmc.canadianschoollibraries.ca

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Developing human-centred solutions through an empathy lens for health-science studies w @teachergray.bsky.social's group of grade 3 modern learners in the library at the Peel DSB 🤔💡✨ ➡️ bit.ly/design-thinking-canvas-pdf #FutureReadyPeel #MakerEd #Inquiry #EduSky #TLsky @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

Design Thinking graphic organizer, link to download is available in the post

Inquiry spark through the 'Big Fix' program from the BBC

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day! Today we celebrate female authors, poets, and playwrights as well as all of the school librarians!

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

February is Saskatchewan Indigenous Storytelling Month! This initiative, coordinated by the Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal Peoples #lssap, is celebrated province-wide each year. Learn more and take part by visiting the events calendar here: lssap.ca/calendar

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Tim King @tk1ng.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

"Known for helping people find, evaluate & use information effectively, librarians have seen their work grow to include guiding people to navigate complex digital environments & misinformation — #AI literacy is a natural extension of that" www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

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Are librarians the key for teaching AI literacy? | CBC News

Librarians teach students about research, media literacy, copyright and technology. This makes them perfect for teaching about the power and pitfalls of AI. Yet students — from kindergarteners to post...

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Fortifying or Gatekeeping? A School Librarian's Inquiry into Age-Appropriate Reading, by Annette Macintyre is a must read! #freedomtoread journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/fortifying-o...

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Fortifying or Gatekeeping? A school librarian’s inquiry into age-appropriate reading – Canadian School Libraries Journal

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Grade 3 modern learners tested their 'earthquake-proof' designs, recorded data & had collaborative STEM discussions about how to improve & optimize their structures 🏢🤔💬...more to come! #FutureReadyPeel #MakerSpace #MakerEd #STEAM #Inquiry #TLsky @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

STEM inquiry in the library at the Peel District School Board

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Have you registered for Crayola Creativity Week yet? It's free and it's a fabulous way to celebrate creativity. Use this link to register your Library LC: bit.ly/CSLcrayola

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Shannon always shares the best resources!

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Wishing all who celebrate love and light this Hanukkah.

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Jennifer Casa-Todd @jcasatodd.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Looking for some reading inspiration? Grab a coffee or cocoa, a warm blanket, and check out the various reading program spotlights featured in the Canadian School Library Journal Fall edition: journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

A great way to advocate for the importance of school libraries is to showcase all of the awesome happening there!

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Our Giving Tuesday results are in! We received $1715 for the Main CSL fund and $500 for the Donald Hamilton Advocacy Fund. Thank you to everyone who donated to support school libraries across Canada. Remember you can donate any day of the year :) #TLChat

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@ExlibrisMrHunt @exlibrismrhunt.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Going to need to sit down and read through all the good stuff in the latest journal from @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Join us on Wednesday, December 3rd, from 1-2pm, for Strategies for Tokenism and Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation. This webinar is hosted by Zane Arnott and Malvina Rapko at the Saskatchewan Intercultural Association. For more information or to register: buff.ly/s5lQAYx

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

We are thrilled to announce our latest issue of the Canadian School Libraries Journal is LIVE at journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/!! I know what I will be doing this evening by the fire! #readingacrossthenation #schoollibrariesmatter

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

We'd love to hear how your community values the Library Learning Commons and showcase these for all to see! Deadline for submissions for our Dear School Library database contest is November 30th. Submit here: bit.ly/CSLDear2025 Prizes only available to Canadian School Library Educators #TLChat

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Expanding the toolbox of each student for multiple means of expression💡📣 ...Grade 4 modern learners discovering how to document their work in Minecraft using built in cameras & journals that can export as PDFs. #FutureReadyPeel #MakerEd #UDL #TLsky #EdTech #Minecraft @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

Documenting Minecraft work in the library

Co-created rules for safe and equitable Minecraft play in schools at the Peel District School Board

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Grade 4 members of our visual literacy club getting dramatic with an EPIC read-aloud 😀📚 #KidLit #TLsky #ComicBooks #LiteracySkills #ReadingIsEpic @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social @capedcrusaders.bsky.social

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

If you received an “inbox full” message, please note we have cleared out the messages. Please try again! Keep those database contest submissions coming!

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Next week (October 27-31) is Media Literacy Week and we are excited to share something we have been working on to support school Librarians and the staff and students they serve. Stay tuned! #TLChat

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Hey 🇨🇦 school librarians. Have you seen the #DearSchoolLibrary campaign and contest? Details here: dearschoollibrary.ca and enter contest here: bit.ly/CSLDear2025 #TLChat

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

What are you doing to celebrate Islamic History Month or Hispanic Heritage Month in your Library Learning Commons? Tag us! #Abookforeverystudent

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Primary & junior students having critical thinking discussions about AI in schools 🤖🤔 ...this included prompt engineering in Gemini & turning our drawings into animations! Try it ➡️ tinyurl.com/ai-animate #FutureReadyPeel #AI #DigitalCitizenship #STEM #EduSky #TLsky @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

AI lesson at the Peel District School Board

Prompt engineering with grade 4s to get the best answers to HELP them with their inquiry

Lots of artificial intelligence talk about HELPING vs CHEATING on assignments when it comes to using AI assistants like Google Gemini, OpenAI ChatGPT or Microsoft CoPilot in school

Getting AI smart cameras to help us with animating our drawings in the school library

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Discussing makerspace options in the library learning commons with primary classes that can assist them with multiple means of representing their thinking / problem-solving 💡 #FutureReadyPeel #UDL #MakerSpace #STEM #Makedo #Minecraft #Lego @strawbees.bsky.social @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

Tools and artifacts on display in the library at the Peel District School Board

Combining 3D-printed parts with cardboard builds & crochet mini-hammocks when making solutions in the LLC

Lots of makerspace tools and a little paper treehouse

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Thank you for your passion, dedication, and expertise and for making a positive difference to staff and students every day. #SchoolLibraryMonth #HappyThanksgiving #TLChat

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Learn more here: canada.ca/en/canadian-... #everychildmatters #NationalDayforTruthAndReconciliation

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Lots of talk this week about #GrowthMindset with modern learners as we build up their global competencies ahead of larger #STEM #MakerEd projects in the months to come 💪💡 #FutureReadyPeel #EduSky #TLsky #OntED @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social

Watch 'Power of Yet' from Sesame Street Workshop

Grade 1 friend building their LEGO tower up & not giving up when it falls down

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

We can't wait to celebrate Canadian Library Month (CLM): “an opportunity for Canadians not familiar with their local library to experience all the services available to them.” #LibrariesForLife #TLSky

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

First Nation Public Library Week is coming up from October 6-10 and celebrating 25 years. Check out the various events and ways you can celebrate: resources.olservice.ca/fnplw/2025 #TLSky #EduSky

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Rob Breakenridge @robbreakenridge.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

🎙️NEW POD 🎧 The latest on Alberta's book ban fiasco, including reaction/analysis from @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social chair Joseph Jefferey Plus a conversation with @noahschwartzy.bsky.social about his new book "Targeted" robbreakenridge.substack.com/p/podcast-al...

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PODCAST: Alberta's book ban fiasco; Understanding Canadian gun policy & gun culture

In this episode, interviews with Joseph Jeffery from Canadian School Libraries and "Targeted" author Noah Schwartz

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Are you following the book banning fiasco in Alberta, Canada? Read the full response from CSL to the Alberta ministerial order banning books www.canadianschoollibraries.ca/csl-response... #TLChat

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Wishing all school library staff and students a wonderful new school year. #TLSky

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Enjoy the final weeks of summer! If you are thinking about back to school, do check out the incredible articles in the Canadian School Library Journal which will help you with ideas in your new school year planning! Check it out at journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca #TLSky

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