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Take Back the Right to Read By Eric Stroshane and Sarah Lamdan As each new school year begins, so too does a new wave of efforts to censor school library books. This year, the effo

Each new school year brings a fresh wave of attempts to censor school libraries, often built on misleading claims. The ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom investigates a site spreading disinformation. Read: https://www.oif.ala.org/take-back-the-right-to-read/
#BannedBooksWeek

The Most Banned Books of Our Time Tell a Troubling Story—and the Pattern Is Hard to Ignore See what the fuss is all about.

Oprah Daily took a deep dive into ALA's historic lists of Top 10 Most Challenged Books
to find the 25 most censored titles of the past 25 years. Want to stand up for free speech? Start reading.
https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/g68849151/most-banned-books-today/
#BannedBooksWeek

Promotional poster by AASL for Indigenous Peoples' Day on October 13th, featuring an artistic depiction of a colorful feather.

🌎📚 Indigenous Peoples’ Day is October 13! Join AASL in honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous communities. Explore stories that celebrate identity and resilience. https://bit.ly/4dI6ixg #IndigenousPeoplesDay

TheBookWrangler is a national treasure. Follow him on Instagram.

YouTube video by Kidzuko No Cats In The Library 🐱📚 | Reading Rainbow 📖 🌈 | Full Episode | @Kidzuko​

The first episode of the return of Reading Rainbow! Congratulations, @mychal3ts.bsky.social! www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHAI...

Who else will be there?! #aasl25

Yay!!!!

In no particular order….
New learning!
Catching up with friends and colleagues!
Author Speed Dating!
Author panels!
Interviewing Jason Reynolds!
Chapter Assembly!
High School Tour!
Keynote speakers!
New AASL Standards!
Swag! ARCs please. #aasl25

Only 1️⃣0️⃣ days until #AASL25! ❤️

What's in your Top 1️⃣0️⃣ must do's at conference? ✅

BANNED BOOKS WEEK Oct. 5-11, 2025. Censorship is so 1984 - Read for Your Rights. ala.org/bbooks. American Library Association

Censorship is so 1984. Read for your rights.

Today kicks off #BannedBooksWeek, and this year's theme reminds us that the right to read belongs to all of us, that censorship has no place in contemporary society, and that we must defend our rights.

https://www.ala.org/bbooks.

Reading Rainbow emphasis is encouraging kids to read. The focus is not on teaching them to read. The mission is reading should be fun!

We are all readers, worthy of literacy. LeVar Burton said “but you don’t have to take my word for it” because he wanted us to look to the books. That’s the beauty 💚

It's that time of year again!
Participate in live chat and trivia, experience a live dramatic reading of a graphic novel excerpt, and screen a movie!
#LibComix

a woman wearing headphones and a shure microphone sings into it ALT: a woman wearing headphones and a shure microphone sings into it

Me listening to Life of a Showgirl all day.

Director of ‘The Librarians": Censorship is ‘un-American’ | CNN Kim Snyder joins The Lead

Censorship is un-American.

Way to go, Kim! @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social

www.cnn.com/2025/10/02/e...

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Tomorrow is *finally* the day!! #LifeofaShowgirl #TaylorSwift #Swiftie

Members of @vt-vsla.bsky.social executive board met this morning to discuss important advocacy measures for the year ahead! (On their day off!) Proud of the dedication of our team!

Amanda Jones Named to 2025 TIME100 Next List The 2021 School Librarian of the Year was recognized for her library advocacy and fight against censorship and book bans.

“The right to read, to learn, and to access information must never be taken for granted,” she said. “I’m grateful for this platform and the chance to amplify this vital work.”
Thank you, @slj.com.
www.slj.com/story/Amanda...

YouTube video by American Association of School Librarians AASL IN THE KNOW | October 2025: Celebrating Authors at AASL25

This month’s AASL In the Know spotlights the incredible authors taking the stage at #AASL25! From powerful keynotes to engaging author panels and dynamic professional learning on the Page to Practice Stage—this year’s lineup is packed with moments that connect literature to practice! bit.ly/3VFeeJ3

Adam Wallenta holding a Killingworth Public Library card in front of a book shelf with Punk Taco books on it.

Taco and music lovers, rejoice! Adam Wallenta has you covered. Punk Taco and his band of misfits, rock out across the universe, spreading peace and love through music, while helping those in need, and making friends.
#LibraryCardSignUpMonth #CreatorsGetCarded #LibComix

I stand with @npr.org.

FCC moves to end discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending and school bus connectivity The Federal Communications Commission voted to end discounts for library and school Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs on Tuesday, drawing criticism from lawmakers and librarians who say the move will mak...

Yesterday's vote by the FCC to end #ERate discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs in libraries will have negative impacts in communities across the country, particularly in rural areas.

Read more, featuring ALA President Sam Helmick: apnews.com/article/fcc-...

Logo of the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) alongside the National School Library Standards text, set against a navy blue background with abstract shapes.

Evolving Standards for an Evolving Profession: Introducing the Second Edition of the National School Library Standards https://bit.ly/4nuvFbB

The federal government shutdown, which begins today, will have cascading effects across the nation and our economy... A protracted federal shutdown may induce more dramatic effects on libraries, the nation, our economy, and our democracy. Show up for our libraries, American Library Association.

Today marks the beginning of the first federal government shutdown since 2019. ALA is concerned about the impacts on federal library workers, as well as the cascading impacts in communities nationwide.

Read more about what this means for libraries: americanlibrariesmagazine.org/blogs/the-sc...

💬 How are students celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth?
From bilingual storytimes to cultural showcases, school librarians lead the way in inclusive learning.
Share your displays/projects with #AASLHeritageCelebrates: https://bit.ly/47vMbRj 🎉

Promotional graphic for LGBTQ History Month by the American Association of School Librarians, featuring silhouettes of individuals against a background of colorful bookshelves, with a heart in rainbow colors above.

Join us as we honor the stories, achievements, and resilience of the LGBTQ community. Explore our curated collection of books and resources that highlight LGBTQ voices throughout history. #LGBTQHistoryMonth #LibraryLove #InclusiveLibraries #AASL https://bit.ly/AASL-LGBTQ-History-Month

Tom Petty said it best…bc I won’t back down. #FReadom #BooksSaveLives

📣 Calling all school leaders (#schoollibrarians, we’re talking to you)!📣 #CrayolaCreativityWeek returns Jan 26–Feb 1, 2026! 🎨 Sign up for free to access celeb guests, hands-on videos, daily giveaways & more! 📝Register for free at: https://bit.ly/4pBKdre

Graphic for TeenTober by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) featuring a 'Happy TeenTober' message, illustrations of three individuals reading books, surrounded by autumn leaves. The AASL logo is displayed at the bottom with a promotion to check out ready-to-use resources on their website.

Join #aasl as we share with you all of these wonderful resources to help you celebrate #TeenTober with your students! https://bit.ly/3zx3AMS

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The Power of Connection in Your School, District, and Beyond https://bit.ly/3KlzrFh