5 ways to start the new school year with a clear plan and focus
5 ideas to get you thinking about taking your school library forward in the new school year.
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This blog is about the value of school libraries. Advocating for the role of the school library within the educational process of every school.
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- May 20
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History of UK School Libraries 1937 to the modern day
History of UK school Libraries 1937 to modern day.
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- Mar 7
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Understanding the Role of the School Librarian: A Guide for Headteachers and Senior Leaders
In the last few days, I have spoken to a few school librarians who have expressed their frustration with being unable to bring more to...
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- Dec 9, 2023
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School Librarians, learning and Royal charters
School librarians learning and royal charters...
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- Sep 23, 2023
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Making the School Library Integral to the Education Process
IFLA School Library Guidelines, do UK school librarians need them?
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- Aug 5, 2023
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Unpacking the DfE Reading Framework for School Librarians
There was not much mention of school libraries and librarians in the reading framework so we have highlighted their role in this blog
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- May 25, 2023
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The golden threads of your school library
Interview with Sue Wills regarding the importance of linking a school library to the aims and objectives of their school or organisation.
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- Apr 24, 2023
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Writing annual reports for school libraries
If you are looking to join a small but friendly membership that enables you to learn from an excellent trainer and from each other look here
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- Mar 24, 2023
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The School Library Challenge: Misconceptions and Stereotypes
Why are school libraries so misunderstood, undervalued and closing?
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- Dec 9, 2022
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Literacy and reading promotion via your school library
How your school librarian can support literacy and reading development
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- Oct 22, 2022
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Infopreneur, business owner or librarian. Or all of the above?
3 years in my business supporting school libraries has evolved. Looking back and facing forward... where will I go next?
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- Sep 8, 2022
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School Libraries: Do we really need them?
Don't let your school library close because you didn't understand all it could do.
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- Aug 28, 2022
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Are you getting the most out of your school library? Includes free stuff!
Teachers and school librarians need to collaborate to ensure they get the best value from their school library.
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- Jul 1, 2022
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Another blow for student equity as school librarians in Scotland let go
School librarians and students need your help! As more school librarians are let go in Scotland, students are the ones to suffer the most.
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- Feb 1, 2022
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Headteachers, do you understand the role and value of your school library?
What training do Headteachers, SLT and teachers need to see the value in their school library and librarian?
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- Dec 18, 2021
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Headteachers...What is education's best-kept secret?... Bah humbug!
School libraries are one of educations best-kept secrets. What happens if you don't really understand their value?
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- Nov 6, 2021
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Membership... an opportunity to engage and empower your school library
Why am I setting up membership? Find out more here...
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- Oct 6, 2021
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Why it's time to start taking your school librarian seriously
Are you one of the lucky schools that employ a school librarian? I wonder if you appreciate what you have or is this just someone who...
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- Aug 22, 2021
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5 ideas to start the new school year with a clear focus and plan.
5 ideas to get you thinking about planning for taking your school library forward in the new school year.
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