BLOGS > FEBRUARY 1, 2025
BY SHANNON MCCLINTOCK MILLER
We love the Choice Boards Teacher Librarian Shannon McClintock Miller creates! If you missed any, explore Shannon’s curated collections below and discover new favorites for your students on a variety of topics.
Hour of Code Week (Dec. 9-15, 2024)
Native American Heritage Month
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: SHANNON MCCLINTOCK MILLER
Teacher Librarian, Van Meter Community School, Iowa and Spokesperson of Future Ready Librarians®
Shannon McClintock Miller is an international speaker, consultant and author who has a passion for education, librarianship, advocacy, technology, social media and making a difference in the world and lives of others, especially children.
Shannon serves as the Preschool-12th Grade District Teacher Librarian and innovation Director of Library Media and Instructional Technology at Van Meter Community School District in Iowa. She currently serves as the Future Ready Librarians Spokesperson and Future Ready Schools National Faculty Member working with librarians, educators, and students around the world every day. Shannon is a Follett Thought Leader and Capstone's Teacher Librarian Community Leader.
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What We're Reading - February 2025 Edition
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8 Steps to Creating a New School Library
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5 Reasons to Celebrate the Love of Reading with an Online Book Fair This Valentine's Day
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and while it’s a time to celebrate love and affection, it’s also the perfect opportunity to ignite a passion for reading among students. This year, why not host an online book fair during the...
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Choosing the Right Texts for Diverse Learners: A Guide for Educators
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As a former classroom teacher, there are few things as near and dear to my heart as my collection of books. I’d be willing to bet that I’m not alone in that sentiment. But as important as it is to...
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