Today I am thankful for having a job that I love.  I am thankful for great books to share with children.  I am also thankful for the joy I g...

2nd graders record their learning and cite their sources. Today was crazy busy. My 2nd graders are continuing to learn about how research...

This week we are reading More Bears! by Kenn Nesbitt for the 15 Books Student Choice Picture Book Award.  This fun story used our vocabu...

This past week 3rd through 6th graders were introduced to the Maude Harte Lovelace (MHL) Awards.  I explained the award to classes (The MHL ...

A couple of weeks ago, I attended my first AASL (American Association of School Librarians) Conference.  It was held in my home state of Min...

Today, my 2nd graders surprised us with this cheer.  Thanks 2A!  You made my day! P.S. I shot this with my new iPhone.  pretty slick.

This week my kindergarten through 2nd graders started a student choice picture book award-- 15 Books!   We will share 15 picture books and ...