School Library School Library TEACHERTEACHER

School Library School Library TEACHERTEACHER

Judi ParadisJudi ParadisLibrary TeacherLibrary Teacher

Plympton Elementary SchoolPlympton Elementary SchoolWaltham MassachusettsWaltham Massachusetts

Provides Interface between information and

users• Knows what is in the collection• Knows what to add to the collection• Knows what else is available

(databases, experts, interlibrary loan, etc.)

• Knows the curriculum frameworks• Knows the staff and students well

Information Literacy Teacher

• Responsible for teaching students:– How to find the best sources – How to critically evaluate sources– How to use information appropriately

• Determining a topic for research• Notetaking• Citations• Developing a product to show what

you’ve learned

Reading Cheerleader• Expert in children’s literature• Connects the right book to the

right student

Building a Reading Incentive Program

• School-wide culture of reading• Reading gets trendy• Work with your colleagues• Look everywhere for ideas

Trends in Children’s Literature

• Nonfiction• Support for ELL students• Graphic novels• Series books• Picture books for older students• Really great Young Adult literature

Evaluate YOUR library program

• Flexible schedule• Full-time certified library teacher

K-12• Strong collection that supports the

curriculum• Planning time for collaboration

Advocate for Libraries• Massachusetts School Library

Media Association (www.mslma.org)

• American Association of School Libraries (www.ala.org)