By working through these cases and the accompanying learning exercises, both pre-service and practicing school librarians will strengthen their readiness, expand their perspectives, and build confidence for solving problems and making informed, thoughtful decisions in their school libraries.In their preparation for school librarianship, library students learn foundational ideals and observe best practices that center and guide their work. However, discussions of aspirational versions of school librarianship often leave out sufficient practice in managing the many challenges and decisions school librarians face on the job. In this book, veteran educator Rebecca J. Morris uses stories of day-to-day librarianship to empower school librarians as they navigate and manage the complex interactions, decisions, and opportunities of their work.The book's alignment with the AASL/CAEP standards makes it helpful to school library educators planning curriculum, syllabi, and course activities. Perfect for reading or study groups, graduate classes, and professional development, these stories invite reflection and lively conversation.

AcknowledgementsIntroduction1. Student VoiceSupporting Students' Mental and Emotional HealthScaffolding Student Success in Literary AnalysisWelcoming Families to Open HouseGuiding Peer Feedback in Science InquiryRecruiting a New Team of Library VolunteersWalking Out with Help from the Library2. Instruction and AssessmentUsing Evidence to Evaluate PracticeIntroducing Fresh Expectations in the School LibraryDetecting Bias with Eighth GradersCodesigning Assessments with a Middle School Teaching TeamTeaching a New Digital Citizenship CurriculumFacilitating Group Discussions3. Traditional and Digital LiteraciesTeaming Up to Solve Real-World ProblemsBuilding a Culture of ReadingRemixing StorytellingUniting for Information LiteracyPiloting a Family Book ClubCurating Is the Thing4. Access to Materials and SpacesJustifying the Library RulesAvoiding Tough Topics in the Fiction CollectionExcluding Library UsersProposing a Fine-Free LibraryAnalyzing Use of the MakerspaceLabeling Books5. Leadership and PartnershipsLeading Professional LearningPartnering with Public Libraries and LibrariansEvaluating the School LibraryStepping Up for School Library AdvocacyRunning for PresidentAsking for MoneyAppendix A: Professional Learning ActivitiesAppendix B: Quick TakesAppendix C: Library Stories IRL: School Librarians Recount Pivot PointsIndex