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We are a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to professional research and education in the field of the school library learning commons in Canada.

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · May 29

"When a school library is properly staffed by trained professionals, there are opportunities to engage students in conversations about the books they are choosing and help them make selections that fit their developmental maturity." #TLSky
➡️ www.canadianschoollibraries.ca/csl-statemen...

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 17d

Primary & junior students having critical thinking discussions about AI in schools 🤖🤔 ...this included prompt engineering in Gemini & turning our drawings into animations! Try it ➡️ tinyurl.com/ai-animate

#FutureReadyPeel #AI
#DigitalCitizenship #STEM
#EduSky #TLsky
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AI lesson at the Peel District School Board

Prompt engineering with grade 4s to get the best answers to HELP them with their inquiry

Lots of artificial intelligence talk about HELPING vs CHEATING on assignments when it comes to using AI assistants like Google Gemini, OpenAI ChatGPT or Microsoft CoPilot in school

Getting AI smart cameras to help us with animating our drawings in the school library

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · 10d

Discussing makerspace options in the library learning commons with primary classes that can assist them with multiple means of representing their thinking / problem-solving 💡

#FutureReadyPeel #UDL
#MakerSpace #STEM
#Makedo #Minecraft #Lego
@strawbees.bsky.social
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Tools and artifacts on display in the library at the Peel District School Board

Combining 3D-printed parts with cardboard builds & crochet mini-hammocks when making solutions in the LLC

Lots of makerspace tools and a little paper treehouse

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 5d

Thank you for your passion, dedication, and expertise and for making a positive difference to staff and students every day.
#SchoolLibraryMonth #HappyThanksgiving #TLChat

Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 18d

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Learn more here: canada.ca/en/canadian-...

#everychildmatters #NationalDayforTruthAndReconciliation

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · Sep 17

Lots of talk this week about #GrowthMindset with modern learners as we build up their global competencies ahead of larger #STEM #MakerEd projects in the months to come 💪💡

#FutureReadyPeel
#EduSky #TLsky #OntED
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Watch 'Power of Yet' from Sesame Street Workshop

Grade 1 friend building their LEGO tower up & not giving up when it falls down

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 19d

Happening during #CanadianLibraryMonth! #TLSky

That Librarian: Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com · 20d

They tried to silence stories, but they live on. Banned Books Week is almost here! Join us October 5-11 to celebrate the freedom to read and discover books that sparked debate and change. Stay tuned for events and reading lists! @la-cac.org #BannedBooksWeek #FreedomToRead #aasl bit.ly/3XXdrFi

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · 19d

We can't wait to celebrate Canadian Library Month (CLM): “an opportunity for Canadians not familiar with their local library to experience all the services available to them.”
#LibrariesForLife #TLSky

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Sep 16

First Nation Public Library Week is coming up from October 6-10 and celebrating 25 years. Check out the various events and ways you can celebrate:
resources.olservice.ca/fnplw/2025
#TLSky #EduSky

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Timothy King @tk1ng.bsky.social · Sep 8

#cdned #onted #CanadianEducation an opportunity to explore #STEMeducation during #cybersecurityawarenessmonth with #Canada's many centres of technical excellence.

@cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social @canadianshieldinstitute.ca @radiocanadainfo.bsky.social @orourkeguelph.bsky.social

ICTC-CTIC @ictc-ctic.ca · Sep 8

📢 Educators: Registration opens today for #NationalCyberDay! Access free, bilingual online digital skills curriculum on cybersafety. This national initiative is made possible in partnership with the The KnowledgeFlow Cybersafety Foundation.

🔗 Read more: goictc.link/CyberDay2025

#MissionCtrl

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Rob Breakenridge @robbreakenridge.bsky.social · Sep 5

🎙️NEW POD 🎧
The latest on Alberta's book ban fiasco, including reaction/analysis from @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social chair Joseph Jefferey
Plus a conversation with @noahschwartzy.bsky.social about his new book "Targeted"
robbreakenridge.substack.com/p/podcast-al...

PODCAST: Alberta's book ban fiasco; Understanding Canadian gun policy & gun culture

In this episode, interviews with Joseph Jeffery from Canadian School Libraries and "Targeted" author Noah Schwartz

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Sep 7

Are you following the book banning fiasco in Alberta, Canada? Read the full response from CSL to the Alberta ministerial order banning books
www.canadianschoollibraries.ca/csl-response...
#TLChat

Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Sep 1

Wishing all school library staff and students a wonderful new school year. #TLSky

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Aug 19

Enjoy the final weeks of summer! If you are thinking about back to school, do check out the incredible articles in the Canadian School Library Journal which will help you with ideas in your new school year planning!

Check it out at journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca
#TLSky

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Shannon McClintock Miller @shannonmmiller.bsky.social · Aug 19

The recording for our August @follettcontent.bsky.social webinar, Year-Round Celebrations: Plan Your Library's Special Events, is here, friends.🥳

Find the recording, slides, and resources here. ⬇️

It was an amazing webinar packed full of ideas and inspiration.

buff.ly/CWs95iK

#TLSky #tlchat

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jul 24

We are excited to welcome Jennifer Brown as co-editor for the Canadian School Library Journal.
Jennifer was the recipient of the Angela Thacker Memorial Award on January 31st, 2025 and has a wealth of experience leading, teaching, writing, and presenting.
#TLChat @jennmacbrown.bsky.social

Jenn Brown's image and title as co-editor

Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jul 7

Happy Summer! #TLSky

Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jul 7

Looking north: A uniquely Canadian path for eduction in an AI rich world.
From the Canadian School Library Journal by @chrkennedy

journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/looking-nort...
#TLSky

Looking North: A uniquely Canadian path for education in an AI-rich world – Canadian School Libraries Journal

journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jun 27

What a great idea!

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · Jun 26

The year-end report for our kindergarten to grade 5 public school library is complete! 📚🤖💡

Successes in many areas with room to grow in the future.

View the entire report & statistics here ➡️ tinyurl.com/library-report-june2025

#TLsky #SchoolLibrary
#MakerSpace #STEM
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LLC report for our Brampton, Ontario school at the Peel District School Board

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jun 21

National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year.
More here: www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/11001000... #TLSky

Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jun 21

Awesome!

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Mister Schuermann @mrschuermann.bsky.social · Jun 19

Conducting a 'Dotmocracy' student survey of what maker tools or tech in the library helped learners most to "show what they know" when problem solving 💡

...Minecraft & cardboard tools are fairing well so far, while podcasting & the Cricut are not 🤔

#MakerSpace #TLsky
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Problem solving using high-tech code, engineered robots, LittleBits + more!

Constructing meaning using low-tech knitting, paper folding, cardboard construction & simple carpentry

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Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jun 14

Happy Pride Month! School libraries are a place to support the well being of all students. Books offer "mirrors, windows, and sliding glass doors" (Sims Bishop) for students.

How are you celebrating Pride Month and supporting students in your LLC?
#TLSky #abookforeverystudent

Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jun 8

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada: a time to honour stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial & whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada.
▶️ www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/.../1683124....
#TLSky

Canadian School Library @cdnschoollibrary.bsky.social · Jun 3

Need a good read AND some good ideas? Check out two of the featured articles in this issue of the Canadian School Library Journal:
journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca
Reading Joy Should Not End in June! Set Your Books Free for the Summer
AND
Enhancing Library Engagement Through Book Menus
#TLSky

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