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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

It’s thrilling to see it come to fruition!

Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Lesley University alum @lorrainemleddy.bsky.social has created the amazing History’s Kids podcast. Brilliantly designed and executed, it features interviews with adults who experienced historic events in their childhoods. Ideal for families and classrooms! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...

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Kids & Family Podcast · Where the past meets the present! Episode of History's Kids tell listeners all about historical events - through interviews with people who were really there as children. Episo...

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S.J. Pearce @homophonous.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I haven’t seen this mentioned yet: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has a bilingual English-Spanish option. She supported the literacy of young Spanish-language readers at a time when Spanish and Spanish-speakers were increasingly being demonized in politics. imaginationlibrary.com/bilingual-pr...

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Investigations are ongoing but just four corporations control 54% of the fresh-cut salad industry, including Taylor Fresh Foods. Market concentration —> more pricing power —> higher profits —> more spending on lobbying and campaign donations —> more deregulation See the dangers of monopolization?

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Iris van Rooij 💭 @irisvanrooij.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Meet the academics refusing to use generative AI Researchers say they have their reasons for avoiding AI tools — and they’re sick of arguing about it. www.nature.com/articles/d41... h/t @maartenp.bsky.social

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Meet the academics refusing to use generative AI

Researchers say they have their reasons for avoiding AI tools — and they’re sick of arguing about it.

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Ida Bae Wells @nhannahjones.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

The Voting Rights Act is essentially dead and it’s quite possible that we will, like when a similar SCOTUS gutted civil rights at the fall of Reconstruction, see a disappearance of much of the Black congressional representation, especially in the most heavily Black states, which are in the South.

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Patricia Newman @patricianewman.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Environmental ed has a fear problem. We show kids what's broken, then wonder why they feel hopeless. There's a better way & #noaasanctuaries gave me a platform to prove it. My Teach the Hope webinar is now archived and free. Watch it. Tag an educator 🌊 bit.ly/4n2WYuc @eastwestlit.bsky.social

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

She spoke at our local LitFest in early April and was both brilliant and uplifting.

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Julie DiCaro @juliedicaro.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Every American who has been out in the streets protesting this administration and standing up to ICE is thousands of times braver than 90 percent of Congress. What a sad state of affairs.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

A question for #medievalsky, @lucyworsley.bsky.social, and @tracyborman.bsky.social: has research dated the garderobes in the White Tower to Henry II’s reign versus Henry I’s? Or are they just known to be 12th century additions? Thanks for any help anyone can offer!

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Thanks. There is significant pressure for schools to adopt prescribed programs that promise the world. What parents and community members don’t always see is how access to books (read alouds, independent reading, and full texts in an instructional context) grows limited (and then becomes the norm).

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Even the conservative Wall Street Journal understands the havoc wealth inequality is wreaking on our economy and society. It’s far past time to unrig the system. www.wsj.com/finance/billionaires-lo…

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

If it helps, I kept thinking day was Saturday even as I sat in Zoom meetings.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Henry turned one in February 1156, so that could track.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

By way of context, I am writing a young adult biography of Eleanor that will be published in the States in 2027. I love this personal detail, but I can’t use it if I can’t back it up. I’m relying on secondary sources and translated primary sources, leaning in on the most recently published.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Richard, thank you for your response! I don’t know, because my lack of Latin prevents me from reading the Pipe Rolls and Alison Weir mentions it in her biography of Eleanor, but without a footnote reference (her use of which is inconsistent). No other biographies mention it.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

A question for #medievalsky. Is there any extant evidence of what a 12th century English “baby carriage” might look like? If the translation is correct there is a pipe roll reference for one purchased for Matilda, daughter of Eleanor of Aquitaine & Henry II, in 1156.

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ACLU @aclu.org · 18/02/2026

BREAKING: The Department of Education has ended its directive that attempted to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in schools nationwide. This is a victory for academic freedom and education equity.

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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Since Trump & the GOP let the Affordable Care Act tax credits expire, more than 1 million Americans have dropped their healthcare coverage–and millions more are set to follow suit because costs are too high. More from @protectourcare.org. www.protectourcare.org/new-report-a...

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NEW REPORT: As Open Enrollment Ends, GOP Price Hike Pain Begins for Working Families — Protect Our Care

Read the Report Here Watch Creator Jess Craven’s Exclusive Video Explainer Here Washington, D.C. – Today, Protect Our Care is releasing a new report highlighting declining Affordable Care Act (ACA)...

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NPR @npr.org · 16/02/2026

For the 2026 primary elections, NPR has collected deadlines and information on how to register to vote — online, in person or by mail — in every U.S. state and territory. n.pr/4ayRPUJ

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How to register to vote and check your registration status

For the 2026 primary elections, NPR has collected deadlines and information on how to register to vote — online, in person or by mail — in every U.S. state and territory.

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Philip Bump @pbump.com · 05/02/2026

Jeff Bezos’s wealth has increased an average of $70 million every day of 2026, meaning that he could have offset The Post’s losses with what he’s made since Monday.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Looking forward to this conversation, and this amazing conference!

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Children's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Outstanding International Books List Announced buff.ly/kC4USxj

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

As a teacher educator, I ❤️ when multiple books on the same figure or topic come out. 👏🏻👏🏻 to @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social for seeing these books as a text set from which we all can learn about Eunice Foote, carbon dioxide, women’s rights, AND nonfiction writer’s craft!

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Grateful to have our work on early 19th century children’s nonfiction out in the world! Then and now, kids want to know things. They deserve high quality books that inform them about the world they live in.

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Betsy Bird @fuse8.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Day #11 of 31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Message (SEL) Books. These titles have something to say to kids, and not only are they unafraid to say it, they do it in the best possible way. #31Days31Lists #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/11/3...

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31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Books with a Message (Social & Emotional Learning)

Possibly the most difficult books to typify in a given year. What, exactly is a “message” book for kids? What typifies SEL (Social & Emotional Learning) titles? No idea. To be frank with you, when I e...

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

This a fascinating initiative from NCTE, for middle and high school ELA teachers to shape a national framework for AI usage.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

This book is such a gorgeous example of community. I am so sorry - and so angry- to read this.

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Science Friday @scifri.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

From black hole theory to a butterfly’s “goo” phase: Explore 11 recommended reads from kid lit experts @mahnazdar.bsky.social and @jenswanbooks.bsky.social. Plus, recommendations for picking great STEM books for youth. 🤩 📚

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2025’s Best Science Books For Kids

Kid lit experts weigh in on some of the year's best science titles. Plus, what to look for when choosing a book for the child in your life.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

We’re so lucky that @portersqbooks.bsky.social arrived at University Hall at Lesley. Not only is the book selection amazing, the chocolate chip cookies at Page and Leaf cafe make the space even cozier.

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

This is a fascinating find! It’s incredible to think what else lurks in as-of-yet uncatalogued collections.

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NPR @npr.org · 03/12/2025

Young adults who took just a one-week break from social media showed improvement in depression, anxiety and insomnia symptoms, a new study says. Plus, tips for how to take a break from your feed.

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A short social media detox improves mental health, a study shows. Here's how to do it

Young adults who took just a one-week break from social media showed improvement in depression, anxiety and insomnia symptoms, a new study says. Plus, tips for how to take a break from your feed.

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Children's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Coalition Protests Tennessee’s Directive to Public Libraries buff.ly/s1LnmIX

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