Lori Tecler
@loritecler.bsky.social
Elementary school library media specialist; 💙 literacy & freedom to read advocate 💙; 📚reader;📚; goldendoodle mom X2🐾; DC sports fan 🏒🏈🏀; University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate & Badger sports fan 🦡
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In Dan Gemeinhart's BUSTED, when Oscar accepts ex-mobster Jimmy Deluca's offer of help, it sets off a road trip w/a madcap chain of events that puts them at odds w/Oscar’s strong moral compass. An action-filled intergenerational adventure w/humor & heart. Loved it! #MGLit
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January 4, 2026 at 1:52 AM
In Dan Gemeinhart's BUSTED, when Oscar accepts ex-mobster Jimmy Deluca's offer of help, it sets off a road trip w/a madcap chain of events that puts them at odds w/Oscar’s strong moral compass. An action-filled intergenerational adventure w/humor & heart. Loved it! #MGLit
@mackidssl.bsky.social
@mackidssl.bsky.social
In @lynnplourde.bsky.social's BIONIC BOY, inspired by the bravery of a former serviceman who's a quadruple amputee, superhero fan Benji considers the possibility of prosthetic hands for himself. W/its superhero theme, fast pace & focused storyline, this will be high interest for #MGLit readers. 📚👍🏻
January 3, 2026 at 1:53 AM
In @lynnplourde.bsky.social's BIONIC BOY, inspired by the bravery of a former serviceman who's a quadruple amputee, superhero fan Benji considers the possibility of prosthetic hands for himself. W/its superhero theme, fast pace & focused storyline, this will be high interest for #MGLit readers. 📚👍🏻
Leaving 2025 & heading into 2026 with an empty space on the couch & an even bigger empty space in my heart. I miss Chloe the cutie puppy’s big personality every day & I think Bo does, too. Still working on adjusting to this new normal after almost 16 years with my best girl.
January 1, 2026 at 1:14 AM
Leaving 2025 & heading into 2026 with an empty space on the couch & an even bigger empty space in my heart. I miss Chloe the cutie puppy’s big personality every day & I think Bo does, too. Still working on adjusting to this new normal after almost 16 years with my best girl.
XOLO is a reimagined version of classic Aztec Quetzalcoatl myth, casting twin Xolo as hero in the creation story as he overcomes self-doubt & seeks redemption for his choices, even in the face of fear. Mythology paired w/art influenced by Aztec culture make this a winner. #kidlit 📚👍🏻
December 31, 2025 at 11:27 PM
XOLO is a reimagined version of classic Aztec Quetzalcoatl myth, casting twin Xolo as hero in the creation story as he overcomes self-doubt & seeks redemption for his choices, even in the face of fear. Mythology paired w/art influenced by Aztec culture make this a winner. #kidlit 📚👍🏻
@linseedling.bsky.social's THE DIRT! brings the hidden world beneath our feet to light in this informative book about organisms & animals found in soil. This graphic nonfiction book that mixes facts & humor is the kind of book that's a hit with my school's readers. #kidlit #SchoolLibrary 📚👍🏻
December 30, 2025 at 3:43 AM
@linseedling.bsky.social's THE DIRT! brings the hidden world beneath our feet to light in this informative book about organisms & animals found in soil. This graphic nonfiction book that mixes facts & humor is the kind of book that's a hit with my school's readers. #kidlit #SchoolLibrary 📚👍🏻
In THREE BLUE HEARTS by @lynnekelly.bsky.social, after rescuing a beached octopus, Max finds unexpected bonds w/both the animal & the community. Filled w/fascinating information about octopus, a beautiful story of personal growth & empathy that will resonate with animal lovers. #MGLit
December 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In THREE BLUE HEARTS by @lynnekelly.bsky.social, after rescuing a beached octopus, Max finds unexpected bonds w/both the animal & the community. Filled w/fascinating information about octopus, a beautiful story of personal growth & empathy that will resonate with animal lovers. #MGLit
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Oh, happy day! We've got mail! Our first #PictureBookPostcard has arrived! Please enjoy this postcard from @sylviaichen.bsky.social 's new book, Sparkles for Sunny. ✨
See the full postcard blog post here:
See the full postcard blog post here:
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December 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Oh, happy day! We've got mail! Our first #PictureBookPostcard has arrived! Please enjoy this postcard from @sylviaichen.bsky.social 's new book, Sparkles for Sunny. ✨
See the full postcard blog post here:
See the full postcard blog post here:
I've read and enjoyed a bunch of these, but found a few more to add to my list to read!
December 29, 2025 at 3:34 PM
I've read and enjoyed a bunch of these, but found a few more to add to my list to read!
I AM THE RIVER: SARAH E. RAY AND THE BOB-LO BOAT by Leah Henderson & Patricia Lee Gauch w/art by Kristle Marshall sets story of Sarah Ray's fight for equality against historical background of Detroit River. Informative & fascinating tale of lesser known figure in US civil rights history. #kidlit
December 28, 2025 at 10:08 PM
I AM THE RIVER: SARAH E. RAY AND THE BOB-LO BOAT by Leah Henderson & Patricia Lee Gauch w/art by Kristle Marshall sets story of Sarah Ray's fight for equality against historical background of Detroit River. Informative & fascinating tale of lesser known figure in US civil rights history. #kidlit
In THE THIRTEEN DOORS OF BLACK HOUSE by @llavoieauthor.bsky.social, during Maya's family vacation at the creepy mansion where her favorite author once lived, a supernatural mystery is unleashed straight from the pages of the author's books. Fast-paced & fantastic spooky read. #MGLit #TLSky
December 27, 2025 at 1:20 AM
In THE THIRTEEN DOORS OF BLACK HOUSE by @llavoieauthor.bsky.social, during Maya's family vacation at the creepy mansion where her favorite author once lived, a supernatural mystery is unleashed straight from the pages of the author's books. Fast-paced & fantastic spooky read. #MGLit #TLSky
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Day #26: 31 Days, 31 Lists - 2025 Unique Biographies for Kids. If you're looking for proof that we are in a Golden Age of Children's Literature, look no further than this list. #31Days31Lists #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/26/3...
31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Unique Biographies for Kids
If you're looking for proof that we are in a Golden Age of Children's Literature, look no further than this list.
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December 26, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Day #26: 31 Days, 31 Lists - 2025 Unique Biographies for Kids. If you're looking for proof that we are in a Golden Age of Children's Literature, look no further than this list. #31Days31Lists #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/26/3...
Merry Christmas to all celebrating today!
Bo has found happiness in destroying a new Yule log toy & making a mess for me to clean. I’m still struggling to find bits of joy a month after losing his sweet doodle sister.
Bo has found happiness in destroying a new Yule log toy & making a mess for me to clean. I’m still struggling to find bits of joy a month after losing his sweet doodle sister.
December 25, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Merry Christmas to all celebrating today!
Bo has found happiness in destroying a new Yule log toy & making a mess for me to clean. I’m still struggling to find bits of joy a month after losing his sweet doodle sister.
Bo has found happiness in destroying a new Yule log toy & making a mess for me to clean. I’m still struggling to find bits of joy a month after losing his sweet doodle sister.
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Good Morning Friends☕️
Please take a look at momsrising.org. They need volunteers to help send postcards out to moms about voting….trying to have those one on one talks to make sure we get people voting! It’s a hard working organization of wonderful MOMS💙
Please take a look at momsrising.org. They need volunteers to help send postcards out to moms about voting….trying to have those one on one talks to make sure we get people voting! It’s a hard working organization of wonderful MOMS💙
December 24, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Good Morning Friends☕️
Please take a look at momsrising.org. They need volunteers to help send postcards out to moms about voting….trying to have those one on one talks to make sure we get people voting! It’s a hard working organization of wonderful MOMS💙
Please take a look at momsrising.org. They need volunteers to help send postcards out to moms about voting….trying to have those one on one talks to make sure we get people voting! It’s a hard working organization of wonderful MOMS💙
We crossed the 10,000 book checkout mark for the school year today! A nice milestone to hit as we slide into winter break—and over 1,000 books ahead of this time last year. Building a community of readers one book at a time! #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
December 24, 2025 at 1:19 AM
We crossed the 10,000 book checkout mark for the school year today! A nice milestone to hit as we slide into winter break—and over 1,000 books ahead of this time last year. Building a community of readers one book at a time! #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
One more school day to go before winter break! Hoping I can find a few minutes at the end of the day to hide these 300 tiny snowflake beads for kids to find when they get back to school in January! #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
December 23, 2025 at 1:29 PM
One more school day to go before winter break! Hoping I can find a few minutes at the end of the day to hide these 300 tiny snowflake beads for kids to find when they get back to school in January! #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
Still in school, so we’re having a little fun in the media center. 5th graders have been studying Don Quixote, so today we used our Finch robots w/forks, straws & tape, programming the robots to joust. Lots of problem solving & so much fun! #TLSky #SchoolLibrary #EduSky
December 23, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Still in school, so we’re having a little fun in the media center. 5th graders have been studying Don Quixote, so today we used our Finch robots w/forks, straws & tape, programming the robots to joust. Lots of problem solving & so much fun! #TLSky #SchoolLibrary #EduSky
Several of my school colleagues have live #DonorsChoose projects. From tools to help regulate emotions to assistive tech devices to consumables for engaging & accessible learning, we have lots going on!
I know they'd appreciate any support.
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December 22, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Several of my school colleagues have live #DonorsChoose projects. From tools to help regulate emotions to assistive tech devices to consumables for engaging & accessible learning, we have lots going on!
I know they'd appreciate any support.
#ClearTheList
www.donorschoose.org/donors/searc...
I know they'd appreciate any support.
#ClearTheList
www.donorschoose.org/donors/searc...
Crochet club crew has been working hard to finish their cup cozies before winter break starts later this week. Here are a few ready to go. I gave them to go cups filled with a cocoa packet and a candy cane to make a sweet gift for them to give to someone special. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
December 21, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Crochet club crew has been working hard to finish their cup cozies before winter break starts later this week. Here are a few ready to go. I gave them to go cups filled with a cocoa packet and a candy cane to make a sweet gift for them to give to someone special. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
Kids had an amazing time at the University of Maryland women’s basketball game today. Got to see the traditional MD flag drop & the team purposely tried multiple times to hit a 3 pointer to ensure the score hit 67. That brought down the house! #SchoolLibrary #EduSky
December 19, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Kids had an amazing time at the University of Maryland women’s basketball game today. Got to see the traditional MD flag drop & the team purposely tried multiple times to hit a 3 pointer to ensure the score hit 67. That brought down the house! #SchoolLibrary #EduSky
Taking 150 1st-3rd graders on a field trip to a women’s basketball game at the University of Maryland today. I grew up going to a variety of pro & college sporting events, but many of our students don’t get that opportunity, so I’m excited to share it with them. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
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December 19, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Taking 150 1st-3rd graders on a field trip to a women’s basketball game at the University of Maryland today. I grew up going to a variety of pro & college sporting events, but many of our students don’t get that opportunity, so I’m excited to share it with them. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
Did a book tasting with 3rd graders this week to highlight some books in our collection that their teacher & I thought they might find interesting. They tried out biographies, fun fact, how to, nonfiction & chapter books. Lots of chatter & interest! #SchoolLibrary
December 19, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Did a book tasting with 3rd graders this week to highlight some books in our collection that their teacher & I thought they might find interesting. They tried out biographies, fun fact, how to, nonfiction & chapter books. Lots of chatter & interest! #SchoolLibrary
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My favorite school day is World Read Aloud Day in Feb. My students and I get to chat with famous authors for 20 minutes for free! They even read us one of their stories! It’s spectacular!
If you are an #author or educator, visit LitWorld.org to learn how to participate. 📚 #WRAD #kidlit 📖 #edusky
If you are an #author or educator, visit LitWorld.org to learn how to participate. 📚 #WRAD #kidlit 📖 #edusky
December 18, 2025 at 6:23 AM
My favorite school day is World Read Aloud Day in Feb. My students and I get to chat with famous authors for 20 minutes for free! They even read us one of their stories! It’s spectacular!
If you are an #author or educator, visit LitWorld.org to learn how to participate. 📚 #WRAD #kidlit 📖 #edusky
If you are an #author or educator, visit LitWorld.org to learn how to participate. 📚 #WRAD #kidlit 📖 #edusky
I’ve been reading traditional tales with a twist this month w/our school community based special education classes. After reading THREE BILLY GOATS BUENOS, we made shape goats with cotton ball “beards” for some texture. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #kidlit #EduSky
December 18, 2025 at 12:11 AM
I’ve been reading traditional tales with a twist this month w/our school community based special education classes. After reading THREE BILLY GOATS BUENOS, we made shape goats with cotton ball “beards” for some texture. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #kidlit #EduSky
Silent Book Club hot cocoa & donuts event was a huge hit. The 3rd & 4th graders were surprised by it & so excited. It’s not a big event, but a small tradition to share joy & community. One of our 4th graders even pulled out the cup cozy she made in crochet club for her cocoa! #SchoolLibrary #EduSky
December 17, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Silent Book Club hot cocoa & donuts event was a huge hit. The 3rd & 4th graders were surprised by it & so excited. It’s not a big event, but a small tradition to share joy & community. One of our 4th graders even pulled out the cup cozy she made in crochet club for her cocoa! #SchoolLibrary #EduSky
Stage is set for my annual hot cocoa & donut party for our Silent Book Club crew. It’s been a rough few weeks for me personally & for our school community as well, so there’s definitely a need for some joy. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky
December 17, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Stage is set for my annual hot cocoa & donut party for our Silent Book Club crew. It’s been a rough few weeks for me personally & for our school community as well, so there’s definitely a need for some joy. #SchoolLibrary #TLSky #EduSky