American Association of School Librarians

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The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) empowers leaders to transform teaching and learning.

This June, honor the journeys that built our nation! Your school library is featuring collections that celebrate immigra...
06/17/2026

This June, honor the journeys that built our nation! Your school library is featuring collections that celebrate immigrant stories, heritage, and contributions. Come explore, learn, and be inspired.

Celebrate stories of freedom on Juneteenth, coming up in just two days! Take time to reflect, learn, and commemorate thi...
06/17/2026

Celebrate stories of freedom on Juneteenth, coming up in just two days! Take time to reflect, learn, and commemorate this important day that honors the end of slavery and celebrates freedom, culture and resilience.

Every learner deserves a pathway to the world of stories. 🌍🔊This Audiobook Appreciation Month, AASL is celebrating the i...
06/16/2026

Every learner deserves a pathway to the world of stories. 🌍🔊This Audiobook Appreciation Month, AASL is celebrating the incredible impact of audio literature on equity and accessibility in school libraries. Audiobooks provide independent access to complex texts for students with print disabilities, dyslexia, or visual impairments, ensuring that no student is left out of the literary conversation. Looking for exceptional listening recommendations for your school library collection? Check out the recent Odyssey Award winners and honor titles! These productions bring stories to life with stellar voice acting, immersive sound design, and full-cast narrations that captivate young listeners. 🌟👉 https://www.ala.org/yalsa/odyssey-award

We also have all sorts of things for you to explore with AASL’s audiobook collection resources, professional learning guides, and curated booklists to keep your students listening all summer long. https://www.ala.org/aasl/advocacy/promo

School’s out for many of us, which means you may finally have a little breathing room to revisit professional learning y...
06/15/2026

School’s out for many of us, which means you may finally have a little breathing room to revisit professional learning you've been meaning to tackle.

The AASL Page to Practice Book Club discussions for Inquire are still active, and participants are welcome to jump into any of the weekly conversation threads—even if you're just getting started with the book. Whether you've read one chapter or all of them, your insights are valuable.

Visit our LinkedIn book club space, explore the discussion prompts, and join fellow school library professionals as we translate ideas from the page into practice.

School libraries belong to everyone. 🏫❤️As we celebrate Pride Month, AASL honors the school librarians who work tireless...
06/15/2026

School libraries belong to everyone. 🏫❤️

As we celebrate Pride Month, AASL honors the school librarians who work tirelessly to maintain collections where LGBTQ+ youth feel seen, valued, and safe. A comprehensive library collection is vital for student well-being, fostering a sense of belonging and academic success.

We stand proud with our members who champion intellectual freedom and the right of every student to find their story. 📖✨

👉 Click the link in our bio for AASL selection policy resources, booklists, and toolkits to support inclusive collection development all year long.

We’ve reached the end of our first AASL Page to Practice Book Club title, Inquire!Missed a discussion? You're not behind...
06/12/2026

We’ve reached the end of our first AASL Page to Practice Book Club title, Inquire!
Missed a discussion? You're not behind. One of the benefits of our asynchronous book club is that all of the weekly discussion threads remain open for your thoughts, questions, and reflections.
Now that summer has arrived and schedules are shifting, this is a great opportunity to catch up on any chapters you missed and join the conversation at your own pace.
The discussion is richer when more voices are included. We’d love to hear how the ideas from Inquire connect to your practice.
Join the conversation in our LinkedIn group and add your perspective today!

Every student deserves a safe space to grow, read, and learn. This , AASL is proud to celebrate authors and stories tha...
06/10/2026

Every student deserves a safe space to grow, read, and learn. This , AASL is proud to celebrate authors and stories that strengthen student literacy and foster a sense of belonging.

If you are looking for outstanding LGBTQIA+ literature to highlight in your school library or include in your summer reading recommendations, explore the official ALA Rainbow Round Table Book Lists: https://www.ala.org/awards/books-media/view-all-awards

For year-round promotional ideas, advocacy tools, and resources to help you spotlight special events in your library program, visit our AASL advocacy page: https://www.ala.org/aasl/advocacy/promo

06/08/2026

June’s AASL In the Know celebrates the inspiring 2026 AASL Awards & Grants recipients. Discover how school librarians, administrators, and student-led initiatives are advancing literacy, equity, innovation, and learning in communities across the country. This month’s highlights include the Frances Henne Award, Distinguished School Administrator Award, Innovative Reading Grant, Roald Dahl’s Miss Honey Social Justice Award, and the announcement of the 2026 National School Library of the Year. Watch now to celebrate these outstanding achievements and get inspired to apply for the next AASL Awards & Grants cycle beginning September 1.

School might be out, but the adventure is just beginning! 🗺️✨ Whether you’re traveling across the globe or lounging in y...
06/08/2026

School might be out, but the adventure is just beginning! 🗺️✨ Whether you’re traveling across the globe or lounging in your own backyard, a great book is the ultimate boarding pass.cWhat’s the first destination on your summer reading list? Let us know in the comments! 👇

June is Rainbow Book Month! 🌈 School librarians play a critical role in ensuring that every student sees themselves refl...
06/05/2026

June is Rainbow Book Month! 🌈 School librarians play a critical role in ensuring that every student sees themselves reflected in our library collections. As you look to evaluate, diversify, and enrich your school library’s shelves, the American Library Association’s Rainbow Round Table provides incredible, vetted reading lists for readers of all ages.

Check out the RRT Book Lists here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15IxaAPpyfN39Dh7l8uSnP6Ck9zFLUAuY/view

Looking for more ways to celebrate, advocate, and share the value of inclusive school library collections with your school community? Explore the AASL School Library Event Promotion Committee’s curated toolkits and graphics:

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