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In Libris Libertas

Quarterly news from PRMS Library

In Libris LibertasQuarterly news from PRMS Library

Volume 7, Issue 1

Welcome to the library's newsletter. I share news at the end of each nine weeks. As always, let me know if you have suggestions!

What's New What's New

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ELL Collection in MackinVIA

Our eBook consortium recently added an ELL collection to MackinVIA. While most of the books are in Spanish, the package also includes titles in Arabic, Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian, Korean, and more. To find these items, log into our school's MackinVIA using your Google sign in, then filter by language while exploring all titles. Let me know if you need assistance -- we can also borrow print books in other languages through our state's interlibrary loan system.

Library Happenings Library Happenings

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Padlet as a Replacement for FlipGrid

The 7th grade reading classes visited the library to record book talk videos on Padlet. If you've ever used FlipGrid and are disappointed it was discontinued, Padlet is a great alternative. It's an engaging way for students to share their learning. Let me know if you want to try it with your class!

Have you seen ... Have you seen ...

Google Gemini 101 for teachers: Getting started with Google’s AI assistant

As a teacher, time is your most valuable resource, and it's often in short supply. Generative AI tools like Gemini boast that they can help streamline

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15 Google forms templates for teachers and students

If you have been reading the Ditch That Textbook blog for awhile now you know that we love to use familiar tools in new and exciting ways. Google Forms is

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Tips, Tricks & Advice Tips, Tricks & Advice

7 Ways of Coping With DEVOLSON: The Dark, Evil Vortex of Late September, October and November

Acceptance is the first step.

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When Technology Fails: 5 Strategies For Educators To Help Build Task Understanding

By teaching the tasks behind the technology, we prepare students to survive in a tool-rich world.

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30 Quick Tips for New Teachers

There’s no magic formula for getting through your first year, but these pointers will help you keep perspective and carry on.

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How I’ve Sustained a Long Teaching Career

A veteran teacher shares three things she keeps in mind to avoid burnout and maintain her love for the profession.

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Most popular print books this nine weeks Most popular print books this nine weeks

We circulated 2,172 books this quarter!

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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

Holly Jackson
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The Hunger Games

Suzanne Collins
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Ground Zero

Alan Gratz

Want recommendations? Follow me on Goodreads to see what I've been reading lately.

Newsletter Archive Newsletter Archive

Looking for past issues? Find them on the library website.

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Kristen Rowe, Librarian

Our library program is most effective when we work together. My library standards are aligned with your PA Core standards to encourage maximum collaboration. I would love to plan and teach lessons with you involving research, literacy, and technology. Stop by or e-mail me if you'd like to discuss ideas.
Kristen Rowe
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