Alexa Dumas
@alexadoom.bsky.social
ADK. MLS. Middle School Librarian. Public Librarian. Upstate NY. Reader. Lifelong Learner. 3rd Gen NYS Educator. SLJ Reviewer. Matcha Lover. Cat Mom. Ignorance Fighter. PBS Kid.
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Here's a comic for you to order, as it comes out Tuesday. Librarian (& anti-censorship advocate) Jarrett Dapier's WAKE NOW IN THE FIRE is the story of Chicago Public Schools banning PERSEPOLIS. It's a nonfiction comic!
Buy it at your fav indie or ask your library to order it.
Buy it at your fav indie or ask your library to order it.
February 1, 2026 at 10:27 PM
Here's a comic for you to order, as it comes out Tuesday. Librarian (& anti-censorship advocate) Jarrett Dapier's WAKE NOW IN THE FIRE is the story of Chicago Public Schools banning PERSEPOLIS. It's a nonfiction comic!
Buy it at your fav indie or ask your library to order it.
Buy it at your fav indie or ask your library to order it.
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Hard pass, friends. I’ll stay with my awesome #middleschool babies! #tiktok #library #librarians #teacher #teachers #edusky #skybrarian #tlsky #skybrarians
January 29, 2026 at 2:02 AM
Hard pass, friends. I’ll stay with my awesome #middleschool babies! #tiktok #library #librarians #teacher #teachers #edusky #skybrarian #tlsky #skybrarians
A8: A school library that truly centers student voice, wellness, and neurodiversity always ensures that students feel understood and welcome in a space that is specifically designed to focus on student interests, wants, and needs. #TLSkyChat
💛📚 Q8 (Final Question):
“A school library that truly centers student voice, wellness, and neurodiversity always ______.”
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“A school library that truly centers student voice, wellness, and neurodiversity always ______.”
👉 Share A8 with #TLSkyChat
🔗 tlskychat.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:53 AM
A8: A school library that truly centers student voice, wellness, and neurodiversity always ensures that students feel understood and welcome in a space that is specifically designed to focus on student interests, wants, and needs. #TLSkyChat
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A7: We have Candace Fleming coming to our statewide school librarian conference, so I was stoked to see her being honored! She just won the 2026 Children’s Literature Legacy Award. #TLSkyChat
🔗 www.ala.org/news/2026/01...
🔗 www.ala.org/news/2026/01...
Candace Fleming wins 2026 Children’s Literature Legacy Award
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January 29, 2026 at 1:45 AM
A7: We have Candace Fleming coming to our statewide school librarian conference, so I was stoked to see her being honored! She just won the 2026 Children’s Literature Legacy Award. #TLSkyChat
🔗 www.ala.org/news/2026/01...
🔗 www.ala.org/news/2026/01...
A7: I watched from my couch instead of the Watch Party Program I was supposed to host! I was pretty surprised by some of the YMAs! I am overjoyed that "All the Blues in the Sky" won the Newbery, as someone who went through a similar grieving process in my childhood. Also Candace Fleming!! #TLSkyChat
Q7: BRAIN BREAK 💛
Anyone watch the YMAs? Any surprises? Any heart books among the honored?
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Anyone watch the YMAs? Any surprises? Any heart books among the honored?
👉 Share A7 with #TLSkyChat
🔗 tlskychat.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:47 AM
A7: I watched from my couch instead of the Watch Party Program I was supposed to host! I was pretty surprised by some of the YMAs! I am overjoyed that "All the Blues in the Sky" won the Newbery, as someone who went through a similar grieving process in my childhood. Also Candace Fleming!! #TLSkyChat
A6: MY FURNITURE! I have extremely clunky wooden furniture that is sharp at the edges, heavy, and uncomfortable! It makes my space look super old, and I wish that I had more modern, lighter, moveable furniture that could accommodate for large class collaboration and fun! #TLSKyChat
💛📚 Q6: If you could redesign one aspect of your library to better support all learners, what would you change first—and why?
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👉 Share A6 with #TLSkyChat
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January 29, 2026 at 1:38 AM
A6: MY FURNITURE! I have extremely clunky wooden furniture that is sharp at the edges, heavy, and uncomfortable! It makes my space look super old, and I wish that I had more modern, lighter, moveable furniture that could accommodate for large class collaboration and fun! #TLSKyChat
A5: I have an open door policy with my students that they can come to the library and know I am always a listening ear. I also give students plenty of choice when entering my space, and I have stations (reading, coloring, stick-it poster, puzzle, Legos, games, etc.) when they need space! #TLSkyChat
Q5 for tonight’s #TLSkyChat!
💬 How do you support students’ social-emotional needs in the library without crossing into the role of counselor or administrator?
🔗 More info: tlskychat.com
💬 How do you support students’ social-emotional needs in the library without crossing into the role of counselor or administrator?
🔗 More info: tlskychat.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:34 AM
A5: I have an open door policy with my students that they can come to the library and know I am always a listening ear. I also give students plenty of choice when entering my space, and I have stations (reading, coloring, stick-it poster, puzzle, Legos, games, etc.) when they need space! #TLSkyChat
A4: Brownstone by Samuel Teer is one of my favorite graphic novels to share with my middle schoolers! Although it is super deep, it is also so sweet and lighthearted and a great lesson in understanding. (Featured is my signed copy that @katemessner.com brought me back from ALA25!) #TLSkyChat
January 29, 2026 at 1:27 AM
A4: Brownstone by Samuel Teer is one of my favorite graphic novels to share with my middle schoolers! Although it is super deep, it is also so sweet and lighthearted and a great lesson in understanding. (Featured is my signed copy that @katemessner.com brought me back from ALA25!) #TLSkyChat
A3: I have some of my library tables spread out, some joined together, and I even have an old desktop computer bar in my library. All areas are perfect for each type of student: the independent worker, the collaborators, or the parallel partners! #TLSkyChat
Q3 for tonight’s #TLSkyChat!
💬 How do you balance quiet, calming needs with collaboration, creativity, and active learning—all within one shared library space?
🔗 More info: tlskychat.com
💬 How do you balance quiet, calming needs with collaboration, creativity, and active learning—all within one shared library space?
🔗 More info: tlskychat.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:19 AM
A3: I have some of my library tables spread out, some joined together, and I even have an old desktop computer bar in my library. All areas are perfect for each type of student: the independent worker, the collaborators, or the parallel partners! #TLSkyChat
A1: Having as MUCH signage as possible makes the library space as accessible as possible. All genre signage matches the labels that are on the books for no confusion, along with flexible seating for my kiddos that need a break from a standard desk. Books with rep. are always displayed! #TLSkyChat
💛📚 Q2: How do you intentionally design your library to support neurodivergent learners?
Think spaces, routines, collections, expectations, or policies.
👉 Share A2 with #TLSkyChat
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Think spaces, routines, collections, expectations, or policies.
👉 Share A2 with #TLSkyChat
🔗 tlskychat.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:14 AM
A1: Having as MUCH signage as possible makes the library space as accessible as possible. All genre signage matches the labels that are on the books for no confusion, along with flexible seating for my kiddos that need a break from a standard desk. Books with rep. are always displayed! #TLSkyChat
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I saw your library during the statewide - so amazing what you have done there! Love it!! #TLSkyChat
January 29, 2026 at 1:10 AM
I saw your library during the statewide - so amazing what you have done there! Love it!! #TLSkyChat
A1: In my library, I students are actively involved in collection development. From the deselection of materials, to the creation of materials, to organization and shelving, my students have a voice in how the library looks and feels...especially for my more active readers! #TLSkyChat
Here it is! Q1 for tonight’s #TLSkyChat!
💬 What does student voice look like in your library beyond surveys or suggestion boxes?
How do students influence decisions, spaces, or programming?
🔗 More info: tlskychat.com
💬 What does student voice look like in your library beyond surveys or suggestion boxes?
How do students influence decisions, spaces, or programming?
🔗 More info: tlskychat.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:08 AM
A1: In my library, I students are actively involved in collection development. From the deselection of materials, to the creation of materials, to organization and shelving, my students have a voice in how the library looks and feels...especially for my more active readers! #TLSkyChat
Hey everyone! My name is Alexa and I am a middle school librarian! I live in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains in Upstate New York, and I am so glad #TLSkyChat is back (thank you @techielibgrl.com!)
🎤 Let’s kick off #TLSkyChat! 🎶✨
💛 Drop your name, location & your library role! Tag #TLSkyChat so we can connect! 🎉 📚 tlskychat.com
💛 Drop your name, location & your library role! Tag #TLSkyChat so we can connect! 🎉 📚 tlskychat.com
January 29, 2026 at 1:04 AM
Hey everyone! My name is Alexa and I am a middle school librarian! I live in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains in Upstate New York, and I am so glad #TLSkyChat is back (thank you @techielibgrl.com!)
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Get motivated to tackle that upcoming weeding challenge in your #library with advice and encouragement from #librarian Elyse DeQuoy! @vaasl.bsky.social apple.co/3Zu3hM6
Need to Weed???
Podcast Episode · School Librarians United with Amy Hermon · 01/23/2026 · 1h
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January 23, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Get motivated to tackle that upcoming weeding challenge in your #library with advice and encouragement from #librarian Elyse DeQuoy! @vaasl.bsky.social apple.co/3Zu3hM6
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2025 Outstanding Comics Award for Children: Fiction www.ala.org/gncrt/awards...
January 28, 2026 at 1:37 AM
2025 Outstanding Comics Award for Children: Fiction www.ala.org/gncrt/awards...
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2025 Outstanding Comics Award for Children: Nonfiction www.ala.org/gncrt/awards...
January 28, 2026 at 1:39 AM
2025 Outstanding Comics Award for Children: Nonfiction www.ala.org/gncrt/awards...
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Heavy Medal's YMA Predictions-beyond (but including) the Newbery
heavymedal.slj.com/2026/01/22/p...
heavymedal.slj.com/2026/01/22/p...
Predictions for the YMAs
ALA's Youth Media Awards will be announced on Monday, including the Newbery, Caldecott, and many more. We have no idea what will win, but it's fun to guess, so....Predictions!
heavymedal.slj.com
January 22, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Heavy Medal's YMA Predictions-beyond (but including) the Newbery
heavymedal.slj.com/2026/01/22/p...
heavymedal.slj.com/2026/01/22/p...
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Are you excited?!?! #TLSkyChat is coming back next week. Our topic will be Student-Centered Libraries: Voice, Wellness, & Neurodiversity. Questions will be posted next week so STAY TUNED!
Find all things #TLSkyChat here
#TLSkyChat #TLSky #EduSky #SEL #Libraries #Library #SchoolLibraries
Find all things #TLSkyChat here
#TLSkyChat #TLSky #EduSky #SEL #Libraries #Library #SchoolLibraries
January 22, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Are you excited?!?! #TLSkyChat is coming back next week. Our topic will be Student-Centered Libraries: Voice, Wellness, & Neurodiversity. Questions will be posted next week so STAY TUNED!
Find all things #TLSkyChat here
#TLSkyChat #TLSky #EduSky #SEL #Libraries #Library #SchoolLibraries
Find all things #TLSkyChat here
#TLSkyChat #TLSky #EduSky #SEL #Libraries #Library #SchoolLibraries
Last week, I was honored to present at the 2025-2026 School Library Systems Association of New York State (SLSA) Annual Learning Symposium and share my love for my middle school library kids to school librarians across New York State and the city! I love my job and opportunities like these! #TLSky
December 19, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Last week, I was honored to present at the 2025-2026 School Library Systems Association of New York State (SLSA) Annual Learning Symposium and share my love for my middle school library kids to school librarians across New York State and the city! I love my job and opportunities like these! #TLSky
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I LOVE SCHOOL LIBRARIANS!
December 11, 2025 at 5:49 PM
I LOVE SCHOOL LIBRARIANS!
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The Saturday librarian is BACK! I haven’t been a Saturday librarian for almost TWO YEARS! If you don’t know I’m also a (certified) public librarian and have been since 2023. It’s my summer gig, my school break gig, where I spend most of library school, and where I get to serve my community!
December 3, 2025 at 12:48 AM
The Saturday librarian is BACK! I haven’t been a Saturday librarian for almost TWO YEARS! If you don’t know I’m also a (certified) public librarian and have been since 2023. It’s my summer gig, my school break gig, where I spend most of library school, and where I get to serve my community!
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Shoutout to the bloggers & Lit-fluencers like Afoma at Reading Middle Grade who make their own Best Books lists and take the care and time to email authors to let them know. Every single time I get an email like this, it absolutely makes my day. ❤️
December 2, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Shoutout to the bloggers & Lit-fluencers like Afoma at Reading Middle Grade who make their own Best Books lists and take the care and time to email authors to let them know. Every single time I get an email like this, it absolutely makes my day. ❤️
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A Victory for IMLS as Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Dismantle Agency
www.slj.com/story/Victor...
www.slj.com/story/Victor...
A Victory for IMLS as Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Dismantle Agency
In a summary judgment on November 21 in Rhode Island v. Trump, Judge John J. McConnell Jr. ruled that the Trump administration’s attempt to shut down the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:03 PM
A Victory for IMLS as Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Dismantle Agency
www.slj.com/story/Victor...
www.slj.com/story/Victor...