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For some of us, it is back to school time, whilst others are relishing in the last few days of term break, maybe getting some final reading in before the business of the term. If you fall in the reading category, tag us on social media and let us know what you are reading!
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PD - Censorship
Our first Professional Development webinar of the year was such a success. Trish Hepworth and Catherine Barnes led an enlightening session, drawing from their extensive experience and expertise to delve into the intricate topic of censorship in libraries. Their insightful discussions, coupled with practical strategies, provided invaluable guidance for navigating the complexities of censorship issues within library settings.
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For those who were unable to attend, we're excited to offer you the opportunity to catch up to yourself with essential insights into handling censorship challenges
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National Conference :
The ALIA National conference is just a few days away and the program looks fantastic. For those who are attending, we have identified some fantastic panels and presentations relating to schools:
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For those who are not attending, even reading the overview is of each session is inspirational and thought provoking!
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Monday May 6 – Thursday May 9, 2024
Adelaide Convention Centre, SA
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UPCOMING WEBINAR- READING
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Reading is an essential focus area for all school libraries. Join ALIA Schools’ second webinar for 2024 to explore how three practitioners are utilising social media, collection development strategies and wider reading programs to support the development of reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading in their schools.
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SHARING OF RESOURCES
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Sharing our love of reading and literacy is something that we do best and we want to share with you! To facilitate this sharing, the SIG have set up a Padlet where you can post your ideas, innovations, successes and failures. We cannot wait to see what is going on in your library and learn from each other.
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MARCH LINKS
This month we are looking at the results of research about student use of school libraries. Start a conversation within your school.
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- EXPLORE AUSTRALIAN PIRLS RESULTS : Snapshot, Australian students’ access to and use of libraries Article here
- CHILDREN SHUN READING - This article in the SMH and The Age looks at the fall in children developing a reading habit. Article here
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