Len Bryan
@lenbryan25.bsky.social
K-12 library administrator, husband, daddy, builder of boats, curator of knowledge, & dedicated to stamping out ignorance.
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Senior CTE student built me a return cart by repurposing an old AV stand. WIN!
February 14, 2026 at 4:48 AM
Senior CTE student built me a return cart by repurposing an old AV stand. WIN!
A2: when I was a campus librarian, my students would have called the library the room of requirement. It was for quiet study or reading, making, games, karaoke, guest speakers, lessons, technology help, tutoring, events, oh, and books!
#TLSkyChat
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February 12, 2026 at 1:39 AM
A2: when I was a campus librarian, my students would have called the library the room of requirement. It was for quiet study or reading, making, games, karaoke, guest speakers, lessons, technology help, tutoring, events, oh, and books!
#TLSkyChat
#TLSkyChat
A3: I set up a 3D printer in the library window & always had something printing. It brought in curious students and I was able to give them books about additive manufacturing 😃
#TLSkyChat
#TLSkyChat
February 12, 2026 at 1:21 AM
A3: I set up a 3D printer in the library window & always had something printing. It brought in curious students and I was able to give them books about additive manufacturing 😃
#TLSkyChat
#TLSkyChat
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New: Thanks to advocates from across the country, library funding was not only included in the FY26 federal budget, it was increased. Your advocacy made a difference for libraries!
Share your appreciation for the library funding measures: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag... #FundLibraries
Share your appreciation for the library funding measures: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag... #FundLibraries
February 4, 2026 at 8:37 PM
New: Thanks to advocates from across the country, library funding was not only included in the FY26 federal budget, it was increased. Your advocacy made a difference for libraries!
Share your appreciation for the library funding measures: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag... #FundLibraries
Share your appreciation for the library funding measures: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag... #FundLibraries
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AI evangelists like to refer to the “democratization of art” via AI—even though it has nothing to do w/ democracy &, as many artists have pointed out, art has always been democratized w/ no barriers to entry other than a commitment to practice.
What AI does is homogenize art.
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What AI does is homogenize art.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Teachers, librarians, & homeschoolers - there's still time to sign up for this Thursday's virtual author visit - all about what goes into creating a graphic novel! @falynnk.bsky.social @bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social
Teachers, librarians, & homeschoolers! It's time to sign up for my January virtual author visit - this one's all about graphic novels & includes a mini make-your-own-monster writing workshop!
Details & registration link are here:
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Details & registration link are here:
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January 27, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Teachers, librarians, & homeschoolers - there's still time to sign up for this Thursday's virtual author visit - all about what goes into creating a graphic novel! @falynnk.bsky.social @bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social
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Ready to chart your course to leading with Framework 3.0? 📈
Join us this week to learn how Future Ready Librarians 3.0 supports participants' leading, innovating, and promoting equity across schools!
📅 January 29th
⏰ 5:00 PM ET
Register now: https://bit.ly/49HUqwl
Join us this week to learn how Future Ready Librarians 3.0 supports participants' leading, innovating, and promoting equity across schools!
📅 January 29th
⏰ 5:00 PM ET
Register now: https://bit.ly/49HUqwl
January 26, 2026 at 10:35 PM
Ready to chart your course to leading with Framework 3.0? 📈
Join us this week to learn how Future Ready Librarians 3.0 supports participants' leading, innovating, and promoting equity across schools!
📅 January 29th
⏰ 5:00 PM ET
Register now: https://bit.ly/49HUqwl
Join us this week to learn how Future Ready Librarians 3.0 supports participants' leading, innovating, and promoting equity across schools!
📅 January 29th
⏰ 5:00 PM ET
Register now: https://bit.ly/49HUqwl
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In one school year, I went from running the library alone to a full-time Library Media Assistant (LMA). What a difference a year and a person can make! This needs to be the focus of my End-of-Year (EOY) report. #schoollibrarians #eoyreport ticklingtech.com/2024/05/29/e...
EOY Report for ‘The Year of a Full-Time LMA’
In one school year, I went from running the library alone to a full-time Library Media Assistant (LMA). What a difference a year and a person can make! This needs to be the focus of my End-of-Year (EO...
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May 29, 2024 at 3:27 PM
In one school year, I went from running the library alone to a full-time Library Media Assistant (LMA). What a difference a year and a person can make! This needs to be the focus of my End-of-Year (EOY) report. #schoollibrarians #eoyreport ticklingtech.com/2024/05/29/e...
Gonna do some space exploration with some middle schoolers in a minute. Wish me luck! #TLSkyChat
January 23, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Gonna do some space exploration with some middle schoolers in a minute. Wish me luck! #TLSkyChat
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Kicking off our @futureready.org #FutureReadyLibs webinar series on January 29 with this amazing webinar and work.
Join us for Charting Your Course...Leading With Framework 3.0 with our special guests Len Bryan, Becky Calzada, and Lindsey Kimery.
Register today... buff.ly/qwoEQxv
Join us for Charting Your Course...Leading With Framework 3.0 with our special guests Len Bryan, Becky Calzada, and Lindsey Kimery.
Register today... buff.ly/qwoEQxv
January 23, 2026 at 2:41 AM
Kicking off our @futureready.org #FutureReadyLibs webinar series on January 29 with this amazing webinar and work.
Join us for Charting Your Course...Leading With Framework 3.0 with our special guests Len Bryan, Becky Calzada, and Lindsey Kimery.
Register today... buff.ly/qwoEQxv
Join us for Charting Your Course...Leading With Framework 3.0 with our special guests Len Bryan, Becky Calzada, and Lindsey Kimery.
Register today... buff.ly/qwoEQxv
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New trailer for @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social just dropped. If you haven’t had a chance to see it, then mark your calendars because it will be streaming on PBS and Independent Lens beginning February 9th!
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America’s Battle Over Books (Documentary Trailer)
YouTube video by Independent Lens
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January 21, 2026 at 8:44 PM
New trailer for @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social just dropped. If you haven’t had a chance to see it, then mark your calendars because it will be streaming on PBS and Independent Lens beginning February 9th!
youtu.be/2y151tS5Ntc?...
youtu.be/2y151tS5Ntc?...
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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
Librarians and other educators have essential duties to step up & address the issue any time we believe a child is being harmed. This includes being harmed by AI, and make no mistake, it is harming not only our students, but also our adults, and our society.
Students aren’t just using AI for homework. Many are using chatbots as “friends” & emotional support. I’m featured in SLJ’s Jan 2026 cover story With Friends Like These. My Special Edition breaks down what educators + librarians can do now starting in elementary.
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When AI Becomes a Student's "Friend"
My interview in School Library Journal's cover story reveals what schools need to address before it becomes a crisis.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Librarians and other educators have essential duties to step up & address the issue any time we believe a child is being harmed. This includes being harmed by AI, and make no mistake, it is harming not only our students, but also our adults, and our society.
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“Everybody’s scared, everybody’s nervous. ... Our staff of color are carrying all their papers just in case. ...
Never did I think that would be something that I would ever have to say. .. I’m sad—in disbelief and just so angry that our staff and our students are going through this.”
Never did I think that would be something that I would ever have to say. .. I’m sad—in disbelief and just so angry that our staff and our students are going through this.”
As ICE raids continue in the Twin Cities, school librarians are stepping up for students, staff, and their communities.
www.slj.com/story/Minnes...
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Minnesota School Librarians Supporting Students and Peers
As ICE raids continue in the Twin Cities, school librarians are stepping up for students, staff, and their communities.
www.slj.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:22 PM
“Everybody’s scared, everybody’s nervous. ... Our staff of color are carrying all their papers just in case. ...
Never did I think that would be something that I would ever have to say. .. I’m sad—in disbelief and just so angry that our staff and our students are going through this.”
Never did I think that would be something that I would ever have to say. .. I’m sad—in disbelief and just so angry that our staff and our students are going through this.”
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There are more public libraries nationwide than there are Starbucks or McDonalds, and while they don’t have the reputation for being everywhere that those stores enjoy, public libraries remain as a valuable resource that can turn an interest into a full-blown passion.
Pursuing Your Passions at the Library
What makes you who you are? What fires you up?
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January 20, 2026 at 1:02 PM
There are more public libraries nationwide than there are Starbucks or McDonalds, and while they don’t have the reputation for being everywhere that those stores enjoy, public libraries remain as a valuable resource that can turn an interest into a full-blown passion.
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"Throwing a Wrench in the Works (Literally): Some More Hand Tools for Your Library"
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#TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
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#TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
Throwing a Wrench in the Works (Literally): Some More Hand Tools for Your Library | AASL Knowledge Quest
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January 13, 2026 at 10:05 AM
"Throwing a Wrench in the Works (Literally): Some More Hand Tools for Your Library"
knowledgequest.aasl.org/throwing-a-w...
#TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
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#TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
"Reclaiming teacher time with AI". Time for what? In the era of shrinking enrollment, be prepared for other duties as assigned, more students added to rosters, and fewer educational support personnel. Be very careful what you wish for; you just might get it.
January 12, 2026 at 2:46 PM
"Reclaiming teacher time with AI". Time for what? In the era of shrinking enrollment, be prepared for other duties as assigned, more students added to rosters, and fewer educational support personnel. Be very careful what you wish for; you just might get it.
Great example of failing forward and growth mindset.
I'm reviewing page proofs for HISTORY SMASHERS: THE SPACE RACE today & thought you might like to see this photo of Robert Goddard's first liquid fuel rocket.
On its test flight, it flew about 40 feet and then crashed into his aunt's cabbage patch. #GottaStartSomewhere
On its test flight, it flew about 40 feet and then crashed into his aunt's cabbage patch. #GottaStartSomewhere
January 11, 2026 at 11:55 PM
Great example of failing forward and growth mindset.
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I am running for AASL Office! Consider voting for me to represent Chapters on the AASL Board of Directors!
This month’s AASL In the Know highlights the Top Five updates shaping school librarianship as the new year begins—from timely research and professional learning opportunities to election news and exemplary programs. Start the year connected, inspired, and ready to lead. https://vimeo.com/1152681284
AASL IN THE KNOW | January 2026: New Year Highlights
Kick off the new year with January’s AASL In the Know, featuring the Top Five updates shaping school librarianship right now. Explore new international research…
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January 11, 2026 at 9:01 PM
I am running for AASL Office! Consider voting for me to represent Chapters on the AASL Board of Directors!
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Every day, write over a “spotlight” as a bellringer. They study the text, write nonstop for 5 minutes, then share their ideas in small groups. It’s an incredible collegiate-level bellringer activity that ensures every student reads, writes, and speaks every class.
Tomorrow’s spotlight:
Tomorrow’s spotlight:
January 11, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Every day, write over a “spotlight” as a bellringer. They study the text, write nonstop for 5 minutes, then share their ideas in small groups. It’s an incredible collegiate-level bellringer activity that ensures every student reads, writes, and speaks every class.
Tomorrow’s spotlight:
Tomorrow’s spotlight:
#Presenting101
Check your shorteners and qrs in an incognito window.
Check your shorteners and qrs in an incognito window.
If you include QR codes, you GOTTA:
1) Make that QR code HUGE. Folks in back can't get a good scan of tiny dots from 50-100' away.
2) Provide a short link we can type in. 'Cause if (when) there are QR code issues, & for those on a laptop, you gotta have backup.
#TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
1) Make that QR code HUGE. Folks in back can't get a good scan of tiny dots from 50-100' away.
2) Provide a short link we can type in. 'Cause if (when) there are QR code issues, & for those on a laptop, you gotta have backup.
#TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
a man is screaming with his hands on his head and says `` for the love of god come on already !!! ''
Alt: a man is screaming with his hands on his head and says `` for the love of god come on already !!! ''
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January 10, 2026 at 7:51 PM
#Presenting101
Check your shorteners and qrs in an incognito window.
Check your shorteners and qrs in an incognito window.
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Martin Peterson's creative response to being banned from teaching Plato (shared with his permission).
January 8, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Martin Peterson's creative response to being banned from teaching Plato (shared with his permission).
It's getting closer! I’m excited to share that I’ll be speaking at #FETC2026 in Orlando! 🎤✨ Join me as we explore fresh ideas, bold strategies, and game-changing innovations shaping the future of K–12 education. Let’s level up learning together, see you in January! Join me: invt.io/1bxbo8x3q6z
I’ll be presenting at #FETC2026
Join me!
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January 8, 2026 at 3:41 PM
It's getting closer! I’m excited to share that I’ll be speaking at #FETC2026 in Orlando! 🎤✨ Join me as we explore fresh ideas, bold strategies, and game-changing innovations shaping the future of K–12 education. Let’s level up learning together, see you in January! Join me: invt.io/1bxbo8x3q6z
So excited to present at #FETC next week! Check out the sessions I am leading or helping to facilitate here: www.fetc.org/speakers/len...
Len Bryan
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January 7, 2026 at 9:49 PM
So excited to present at #FETC next week! Check out the sessions I am leading or helping to facilitate here: www.fetc.org/speakers/len...
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A reminder for the start of 2026: Tech companies are NOT your friend. They exist to make money - literally, that is their purpose.
#TechnologyLiteracy #TechLit #InformationLiteracy #InfoLit #TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
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January 1, 2026 at 8:01 PM
A reminder for the start of 2026: Tech companies are NOT your friend. They exist to make money - literally, that is their purpose.
#TechnologyLiteracy #TechLit #InformationLiteracy #InfoLit #TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
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#TechnologyLiteracy #TechLit #InformationLiteracy #InfoLit #TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians
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