The world's largest organization dedicated to the support and enhancement of library service to children. 📖 Find us at ala.org/alsc We follow the ALA Code of Conduct: https://www.ala.org/user-guidelines https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3ml726aadvc2z"Analog Living" is a current parenting trend. Screen-free, unplugged moments. Joannie Lauria"s blog post addresses screen time in the news and screen-free initiatives @ libraries. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/04/parenting-trends-analog-living/06 May 2026 15:44 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml726aadvc2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3ml4ytwa3ee23Another threat to the freedom to read. Dr. LaKeshia Darden shares insights on recent federal legislation taking aim at materials for children. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/04/when-federal-policy-threatens-the-freedom-to-read/ 05 May 2026 20:15 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml4ytwa3ee23https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mkzyvoqg7v2sHow do you transform your early reader space to better support the science of reading? Blogger Christy Kepler shares resources and questions to get you started. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/04/transforming-your-early-reader-collection-to-support-the-science-of-reading/ 04 May 2026 15:38 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkzyvoqg7v2shttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mksh2rncuo23The journal Children and Libraries debuted in Spring 2003. What were ALSC members writing and reading about 23 years ago? Check out highlights from the first issue. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/04/children-and-libraries-debuted-in-2003/01 May 2026 15:30 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mksh2rncuo23https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mkq3a5cqj52jDon't forget to engage parents and caregivers in your storytimes. Here's why and how. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/04/the-storytime-speech-setting-expectations-for-adults/ 30 Apr 2026 16:53 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkq3a5cqj52jhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mkngopyp2i2kOne more time! Don't worry about storytime repeats. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/04/repetition/ 29 Apr 2026 15:40 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkngopyp2i2khttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mklfcjbxjx2nDr. Vikki C. Terrile shares some ins & outs and ups & downs of conducting story time with in-hospital residential patients. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/04/story-times-with-medically-fragile-kids-and-teens/ 28 Apr 2026 20:10 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mklfcjbxjx2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mkifxyui3k2hBlogger Jaime Eastman knows that curiosity is fuel for lifelong learning. In her March post, she shares some awesome ways for libraries to feed children's curiosity. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/eat-healthier-nourishing-curiosity-with-library-programming/ 27 Apr 2026 15:44 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkifxyui3k2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mkaue32qpi2oICYMI in March, blogger Erika Hogan shared four engaging middle-grade titles that bring women’s history to life and just may inspire a generation of feminists. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/march-women-in-history/24 Apr 2026 15:40 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkaue32qpi2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mk6j3gyh3n2eDon't let April end without reading about these cool activities for celebrating National Poetry Month! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/april-showers-bring-poetry/23 Apr 2026 17:13 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk6j3gyh3n2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mk3twec2h52wReading aloud with kids is important, but how about thinking aloud with them? Think-alouds teach easy, evidence-based comprehension strategies during read-alouds. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/science-of-reading-in-the-library-think-alouds-during-read-alouds/ 22 Apr 2026 15:49 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3twec2h52whttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mjztf3cwww2yYour library's closed for a holiday. Now what do local families do for the day? Check out these suggestions for alternative activities for family fun and enrichment. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/early-literacy-alternatives-on-days-of-library-holiday-closures/ 21 Apr 2026 20:34 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjztf3cwww2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mjzd4kjf4c2o2026 Summer Reading Lists are here! https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/book-lists/summer-202621 Apr 2026 15:42 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjzd4kjf4c2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mjwtvd4ieq23Blogger Aryssa Damron talks about how a novel study can extend beyond the book. Her students are researching art heists, using nonfiction, news articles, police reports, and more! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/novel-study-research-project/ 20 Apr 2026 16:05 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwtvd4ieq23https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mjpassziur23International books for young people can help build bridges of understanding. Blogger Robin Gibson shares three lovely books perfect for storytime. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/building-brings-of-understanding-outstanding-international-books-to-share-in-storytime/17 Apr 2026 15:35 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjpassziur23https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mjnhqyqpx32tManaging Children’s Services committee members were asked: what keeps you going when things feel heavy? Their responses are pure inspiration! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/bookmark-this-blog-post-when-youre-feeling-down-heres-some-youth-staff-inspiration/ 16 Apr 2026 22:34 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjnhqyqpx32thttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mji7bqtxm625Blogger Ariel Barreras shares details about her library's Ramadan Iftar Party last month, including crafts, storytime, and dinner after sundown. Learn more... https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/ramadan-iftar-party-for-families/ 14 Apr 2026 20:19 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mji7bqtxm625https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mjf7fdu6ck2yLooking for inspiration & ideas for “sensory friendly” programming at your library? Blogger Annaliese Melvin shares highlights from her library's seasonal “Sensory Explorations” program. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/sense-ational-learning-with-sensory-explorations/ 13 Apr 2026 15:43 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjf7fdu6ck2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mj5nigptdn2kInterested in hosting the 2027 Children’s Literature Lecture with Kwame Alexander? Learn more! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/consider-hosting-the-2027-childrens-literature-lecture-with-kwame-alexander/ 10 Apr 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj5nigptdn2khttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mj3bd7usee23Thinking about featuring a local doctor or nurse in one of your programs? A teddy bear clinic is a great place to start. Learn more! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/teddy-bear-clinic/ 09 Apr 2026 16:51 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj3bd7usee23https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3miyn4idbdo2lTrust falls, social media, and the challenges of going viral. Behind the scenes at New Belin PL. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/staying-sane-while-going-viral/ 08 Apr 2026 15:44 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3miyn4idbdo2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3miwloliror2uPaid performers like magicians & musicians are great. But let's talk about memorable programs quietly run by librarians every day! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/why-librarian-run-programs-matter-even-in-a-world-of-amazing-performers/ 07 Apr 2026 20:13 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3miwloliror2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mitlqg6n7q2xAdding Tonies® and Yotos to your collection, check out Eleanor Howell-Shyrock's post, offering tips based on her years of trial and error! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/make-tonies-and-yoto-players-work-for-your-library/ 06 Apr 2026 15:36 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mitlqg6n7q2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mimdo7oyw42kHurry! 30% off ends tomorrow!03 Apr 2026 18:23 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mimdo7oyw42khttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mim267cbyw2hThe Sibert Medal for most distinguished informational book is 25 this year! And we're celebrating. A preconference, swag, and more! Learn more! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/dive-deep-into-discovery-with-the-sibert-medal/03 Apr 2026 15:33 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mim267cbyw2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mijpoqjzk72lChildren's books on book banning spark conversations that help kids delve into this timely issue. The Intellectual Freedom Com shares some titles perfect for reading aloud and discussing together. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/continuing-the-conversation-books-that-spotlight-book-banning/02 Apr 2026 17:20 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mijpoqjzk72lhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mihrk7ih7s2xThe madness has begun! Always fun to capitalize on March Madness with a "Tournament of Books!" Learn more! Next year could be your year. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/how-to-host-a-library-tournament-of-books-for-march-madness/01 Apr 2026 22:48 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mihrk7ih7s2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3migyvnfyub2xToday through April 4, take advantage of 30% off ALSC products at the Library Gift Shop. Happy Spring!! Shop Now: https://www.librarygiftshop.org/alsc01 Apr 2026 15:27 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3migyvnfyub2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3miezpbhoyz23Sometimes it's so satisfying to make a mess! Even better--getting messy enhances neural connections. Blogger Jaime Eastman has ideas & tips for turning mess into success. https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/live-life-to-the-fullest-why-messy-play-matters-in-libraries/31 Mar 2026 20:36 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3miezpbhoyz23https://bsky.app/profile/wearealsc.bsky.social/post/3mibyuhzosd2k100 Library Cards in One Hour! This Public Library and School partnership, featuring the bookmobile, was a big success! https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/03/100-library-cards-in-one-hour-meeting-families-where-they-are-literally/ 30 Mar 2026 15:43 +0000at://did:plc:yy6sadwvc7olqvuuwgobbdcg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mibyuhzosd2k