Today, some of the books that shaped my life—and the lives of so many others—are being challenged by people who disagree with certain ideas or perspectives. And librarians are on the front lines, fighting every day to make the widest possible range of viewpoints, opinions, and ideas available to everyone.
"School libraries for many, many students are places of refuge. The school library serves as a safe bastion for kids who just want to feel less alone." ~Jason Reynolds https://t.co/nzEzrFrE6x
EDUCATORS and LIBRARIANS: I’m giving away 60 copies of my graphic novel chapter book, The Hunger Heroes: Missed Meal Mayhem, half here and half on Instagram.
To enter to win them here: RT this tweet + follow me!
Bonus entry: tag a pal who you think might like these books too!
@AlaneAdamsBooks Our students are so excited to hear!! What great videos from everyone!!! It was a great opportunity for our students to demonstrate leadership. Thanks for this opportunity and for acknowledging everyone who entered. 😁💕👏🏻
. @FLOTUS overnight had giant hearts installed on the North Lawn of the White House - strategic placement will have them seen via TV cameras as backdrop to reporters’ hits. (📷 by @betsy_klein)
It’s the fourth day of my TEN DAYS of GIVEAWAYS, and it’s a BIG one!
I’m giving away class sets (25 copies!) of my first activity book, Give This Book a Title, and each of the three books in my EngiNerds series!
EDUCATORS, LIBRARIANS, and PARENTS: RT and follow to enter to win!
Your vote has never mattered more than it does right now.
Today is National Voter Registration Day. Go to https://t.co/XdZz4dh82T to register and make a plan to vote. And make sure everybody you know does, too.
FACT - Educators are not at home doing nothing! In many cases they are working harder, learning new skills, preparing lessons - while managing their own families, safety, stress & health! All the while never losing sight of their students - it’s incredible!
An elementary teacher who is comfortable with experimenting in the classroom tackles today's biggest challenge—shifting to online learning mid-semester.
https://t.co/hDGVAYqgKA
Educators,
Covid-19 is not the time to pull out the bells and whistles. Instead it's the time to Keep Things Simple. Academically, prioritize what's most important and nothing more. Less is more here!
#COVID2019
If you’re wondering whether it’s an overreaction to cancel large gatherings and public events (and I love basketball), here’s a useful primer as to why these measures can slow the spread of the virus and save lives. We have to look out for each other. https://t.co/Ld7Uc8sPTQ