Library Technician at Queen Elizabeth and South March Public Schools in Ottawa, Canada. Her libraries are about inclusion, creativity and exploration. She/her

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Joined September 2020
Exploring the issues of today’s world through reading is a vital ingredient in helping our children become active and knowledgeable participants of our society. @ONLibraryAssoc and @ForestofReading have growing concerns around a child's right to read. bit.ly/2023bookchallenges
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Book birthday giveaway! I have three copies of We the Sea Turtles up for grabs. If you’d like my collection of eco-themed stories for middle-grade readers Follow, Like, RT Winners selected Fri 29th
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The new Ontario Language Curriculum (2023) has been released. We are pleased that the Role of the School Library has been included. Full text through this link: dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/key-cha… @ONLibraryAssoc #ONSchoolLibraries #SchoolLibraryJoy #ONEd #TLChat
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🌟🌟GIVEAWAY!!🌟🌟 #Teachers and #Librarians! Last chance this school year to win a FREE virtual class visit w/ 3 of these authors👇! RT/F to enter Tag friends for extra entries Ends Wed 5/17. US/CAN 3 winners! Good luck!!
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Staff @qepsottawa @OCDSB wore blue to bring awareness about #apraxia, a rare speech disorder that makes it difficult to plan the necessary mouth movements to talk. Increased awareness means earlier intervention and supports @ctvottawa @OttawaCitizen @CBCNews @OttawaNewsPulse
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Today is #InternationalDayofPink! This year’s theme, Courage, celebrates the courage to be yourself, to stand up to discrimination, to stand in support with 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and so much more. Learn more: ow.ly/CfOO50NGh7q
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April is #SikhHeritageMonth in Ontario, an opportunity to celebrate the history, culture, and accomplishments of Sikh Canadians in our District and across the province. Learn more: ow.ly/27O250NxuSl
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Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay! 1 in 50 children and youth in Canada are currently diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). When we all work together to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusion, all individuals can reach their full potential.
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📢📢GIVEAWAY!!📢📢 #Teachers and #Librarians! FREE virtual class visit w/ 3 authors RT/F to enter Tag friends for extra entries Ends Wed 3/29. US/CAN Good luck!!
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Our @Scholastic book fair is up and running @qepsottawa @OCDSB. Parents and community is welcome to visit today and tomorrow from 3.30 to 4.30 PM. With thanks to @atlanticwriter for organizing! – at Ottawa, Ontario
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Happy Library Workers Day to all my colleagues @OCDSBLibrairies and elsewhere. Your libraries work because you do! #schoollibraryjoy
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We are talking about #Memoirs with Intermediate classes this week in the @qepsottawa library. Check out this wonderful selection. What’s your favourite YA or #MiddleGrade memoir? @OCDSBLibrairies @OCDSB
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The Durham District School Board has pulled The Great Bear from its libraries, and I’m shocked. We need to be putting more books by Indigenous authors on the shelves, not taking them out. This is an insult to teachers, librarians, and children. thestar.com/news/gta/2022/04…
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TEACHERS & LIBRARIANS: Happy Twosday #Giveaway! What's your favorite pair? Comment and/or RT to enter to win a personalized copy of FRANK AND BEAN and 25 pocket secret notebooks (with writing ideas) for your classroom.
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I just found some of my CustomInk gear, all unworn/tagged. T-shirts, long sleeve Ts, hoodies & crew neck sweatshirts—including some designs/styles no longer available. All size L. Want some? RT this tweet + follow me and I’ll pick a winner here and one on Instagram to get some.
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Happy World Read Aloud Day! Here are just SOME of the benefits of reading aloud to kids. Like this poster? Download it for free at the Art section of my website: jarrettlerner.com/art/
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It’s a graphic #giveaway! Just FOLLOW & RETWEET for a chance to win by 12/20 📚📚
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A great article about the impact of the pandemic on school libraries. ottawacitizen.com/news/local…
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Treaties are the legally binding agreements that set out the rights, responsibilities and relationships of First Nations and federal and provincial governments. Learn more: ow.ly/JCYh50GCA4c #TreatiesRecognitionWeek #TreatyON
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Did you know that November 8th is #IndigenousVeteransDay Feel free to use this resource to learn about some incredible people who often get left out: docs.google.com/presentation…
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