Clifton Palmer
@clifton1124.bsky.social
School Librarian, husband, father, travel baseball dad, bowler, and avid reader.
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April 20, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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7 Spooky, Punchy, Totally Not Boring Poetry Books for Young Readers
7 Spooky, Punchy, Totally Not Boring Poetry Books for Young Readers
These individual poems and collections about animals, outer space, feelings, and more will satisfy a wide range of budding poets and other interested readers.
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April 18, 2025 at 8:14 PM
7 Spooky, Punchy, Totally Not Boring Poetry Books for Young Readers
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From the loss of Hoopla, databases, and Wi-Fi hotspots to the closing of rural branches, librarians document the devastating effect of the end of IMLS funding.
The Cost of Losing IMLS Funding
From the loss of Hoopla, databases, and Wi-Fi hotspots to the closing of rural branches, librarians document the devastating effect of the end of IMLS funding.
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April 18, 2025 at 11:22 AM
From the loss of Hoopla, databases, and Wi-Fi hotspots to the closing of rural branches, librarians document the devastating effect of the end of IMLS funding.
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300 residents of Chelsea, Michigan formed a human chain to move 9,000 books from Serendipity Books's old location to its new one. This is so joyful. Books not bans!
April 17, 2025 at 1:26 AM
300 residents of Chelsea, Michigan formed a human chain to move 9,000 books from Serendipity Books's old location to its new one. This is so joyful. Books not bans!
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I have an entire website filled with books written by autistic people, including poetry books, many by non-speaking Autistics.
But an Autistic persons ability to write poetry, or pay taxes, or be independent is not even what is important.
Autistic people are important because they exist. Period.
But an Autistic persons ability to write poetry, or pay taxes, or be independent is not even what is important.
Autistic people are important because they exist. Period.
April 17, 2025 at 7:39 AM
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Thank you to Saadia Faruqi for celebrating #SchoolLibraryMonth with us! “The only place I felt safe and comfortable was my school library, where I could surround myself with stories and pretend to be somebody else.” buff.ly/tjuHmvl #AASLslm
April 16, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Thank you to Saadia Faruqi for celebrating #SchoolLibraryMonth with us! “The only place I felt safe and comfortable was my school library, where I could surround myself with stories and pretend to be somebody else.” buff.ly/tjuHmvl #AASLslm
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Thank you to Isaac Blum for celebrating #SchoolLibraryMonth with us! “School librarians are special people, connecting young people with the combination of safety and magic you can find only in books.” buff.ly/tjuHmvl #AASLslm
April 17, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Thank you to Isaac Blum for celebrating #SchoolLibraryMonth with us! “School librarians are special people, connecting young people with the combination of safety and magic you can find only in books.” buff.ly/tjuHmvl #AASLslm
My school district is on Spring Break. One of my students emailed me about a checked-out book. I was asked to get more books by this author. Happy school librarian moment!!! #KeepReading
April 17, 2025 at 8:53 PM
My school district is on Spring Break. One of my students emailed me about a checked-out book. I was asked to get more books by this author. Happy school librarian moment!!! #KeepReading
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NEW: It's time to #FundLibraries.
As we fight for the long-term future of federal funding for libraries in Congress & in the courts, it's critical that our elected officials CONTINUE to provide annual funding.
Take action, tell your House Rep to fund libraries in FY26: bit.ly/FundLibraries26House
As we fight for the long-term future of federal funding for libraries in Congress & in the courts, it's critical that our elected officials CONTINUE to provide annual funding.
Take action, tell your House Rep to fund libraries in FY26: bit.ly/FundLibraries26House
April 17, 2025 at 5:44 PM
NEW: It's time to #FundLibraries.
As we fight for the long-term future of federal funding for libraries in Congress & in the courts, it's critical that our elected officials CONTINUE to provide annual funding.
Take action, tell your House Rep to fund libraries in FY26: bit.ly/FundLibraries26House
As we fight for the long-term future of federal funding for libraries in Congress & in the courts, it's critical that our elected officials CONTINUE to provide annual funding.
Take action, tell your House Rep to fund libraries in FY26: bit.ly/FundLibraries26House
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The federal government's attempts to slash spending also places the State Library's courier system for its Interlibrary Loan program in jeopardy.
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Trump cuts force South Dakota State Library to close, interlibrary loans in jeopardy
The South Dakota State Library closed its doors to the public after the federal government shut down a critical funding source.
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April 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
The federal government's attempts to slash spending also places the State Library's courier system for its Interlibrary Loan program in jeopardy.
www.argusleader.com/story/news/p...
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Take action to support Federal Funding for libraries at SaveIMLS.org!
April 16, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Take action to support Federal Funding for libraries at SaveIMLS.org!
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Thrilled to be featured in this article by the School Library Journal. www.slj.com/story/8-nonf... @carolhinz.bsky.social #earthday #earthdayeveryday #wildlife #conservation #blackmambasapu
8 Nonfiction Titles to Inspire Young Animal Conservationists
From a picture book about whales to middle grade books on rescuing red wolves and honeybees, these informational texts will encourage burgeoning environmentalists to take on a cause.
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April 15, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Thrilled to be featured in this article by the School Library Journal. www.slj.com/story/8-nonf... @carolhinz.bsky.social #earthday #earthdayeveryday #wildlife #conservation #blackmambasapu
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“...right now the public’s house is being dismantled all over the nation.” — ALA President-elect Sam Helmick
Learn what you can do to help:
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#ForOurLibraries
Learn what you can do to help:
www.ala.org/advocacy/sho...
#ForOurLibraries
“The @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social said funding cuts mean cuts to services, hours of operations, and in more rural areas, some libraries may be forced to close entirely.”
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April 16, 2025 at 1:07 AM
“...right now the public’s house is being dismantled all over the nation.” — ALA President-elect Sam Helmick
Learn what you can do to help:
www.ala.org/advocacy/sho...
#ForOurLibraries
Learn what you can do to help:
www.ala.org/advocacy/sho...
#ForOurLibraries
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THE ALBUQUERQUE ISOTOPES SCORED THREE RUNS ON A BASES-LOADED WALK AND THERE IS VIDEO
April 16, 2025 at 2:57 AM
THE ALBUQUERQUE ISOTOPES SCORED THREE RUNS ON A BASES-LOADED WALK AND THERE IS VIDEO
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From The Sift newsletter (read: bit.ly/Sift14April2...).
"No matter who you are, no matter what you think you know, none of us is immune to #misinformation. People should realize that all of us are exposed to misinformation on a regular basis, & all of us are likely to fall for it at some point."
"No matter who you are, no matter what you think you know, none of us is immune to #misinformation. People should realize that all of us are exposed to misinformation on a regular basis, & all of us are likely to fall for it at some point."
Understanding who is most likely to fall for fake news is first step toward strategies for counteracting misinformation
A global study of more than 66,000 participants has revealed which groups of people are most susceptible to misinformation.
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April 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM
From The Sift newsletter (read: bit.ly/Sift14April2...).
"No matter who you are, no matter what you think you know, none of us is immune to #misinformation. People should realize that all of us are exposed to misinformation on a regular basis, & all of us are likely to fall for it at some point."
"No matter who you are, no matter what you think you know, none of us is immune to #misinformation. People should realize that all of us are exposed to misinformation on a regular basis, & all of us are likely to fall for it at some point."
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I am often asked how to get boys into reading. I honestly don't think boys are different to anyone else. If you want them to love reading - JUST LET THEM READ THINGS THEY LOVE! Whatever those things might be, they are the things that make us all into readers. #literacy
(Art: Bill Watterson)
(Art: Bill Watterson)
April 14, 2025 at 6:29 PM
I am often asked how to get boys into reading. I honestly don't think boys are different to anyone else. If you want them to love reading - JUST LET THEM READ THINGS THEY LOVE! Whatever those things might be, they are the things that make us all into readers. #literacy
(Art: Bill Watterson)
(Art: Bill Watterson)
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✨ This School Library Month, we recognize the invaluable contributions of school librarians and the AASL Chapters that support them. Their dedication shapes the future of education and empowers students nationwide. buff.ly/Td2reat #AASLslm
April 15, 2025 at 3:33 PM
✨ This School Library Month, we recognize the invaluable contributions of school librarians and the AASL Chapters that support them. Their dedication shapes the future of education and empowers students nationwide. buff.ly/Td2reat #AASLslm
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Thanks to Deborah Hopkinson for celebrating #SchoolLibraryMonth with us! "I've put school librarians in several of my books and love visiting school libraries. I believe libraries are the beating heart of every learning community. Thank you, librarians!” buff.ly/Td2reat #AASLslm
April 15, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Thanks to Deborah Hopkinson for celebrating #SchoolLibraryMonth with us! "I've put school librarians in several of my books and love visiting school libraries. I believe libraries are the beating heart of every learning community. Thank you, librarians!” buff.ly/Td2reat #AASLslm
Just got finished reading The Last Dragon on Mars by Scott Reintgen. It really took me back to my younger days of getting science fiction books at my small town's library. Highly recommend!!
April 15, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Just got finished reading The Last Dragon on Mars by Scott Reintgen. It really took me back to my younger days of getting science fiction books at my small town's library. Highly recommend!!
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As we mark five years since COVID-19 emerged in the United States and consider the lasting impacts of the global pandemic, this list of books for young readers of all ages features representations of anxiety, grief, coping techniques and, most of all, hope.
Together Into the Unknown: 16 Stories of Kids Coping with Lockdown and its Aftermath | Great Books
As we mark five years since COVID-19 emerged in the United States and consider the lasting impacts of the global pandemic, this list of books for young readers of all ages features representations of ...
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April 15, 2025 at 2:11 AM
As we mark five years since COVID-19 emerged in the United States and consider the lasting impacts of the global pandemic, this list of books for young readers of all ages features representations of anxiety, grief, coping techniques and, most of all, hope.
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35 Great New Titles, Including a YA Novel from Brain Selznick and an Adult Book from John Green | Starred Reviews, April 2025
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35 Great New Titles, Including a YA Novel from Brain Selznick and an Adult Book from John Green
Along with the best books in kid lit, this month's stars also include adult books for teens and professional reading.
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April 14, 2025 at 5:03 PM
35 Great New Titles, Including a YA Novel from Brain Selznick and an Adult Book from John Green | Starred Reviews, April 2025
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These titles will help budding naturalists explore the world of birds, along with aspects of SEL (social and emotional learning), from persistence to making friends.
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April 14, 2025 at 1:52 PM
These titles will help budding naturalists explore the world of birds, along with aspects of SEL (social and emotional learning), from persistence to making friends.
www.slj.com/story/A-Bird...
www.slj.com/story/A-Bird...
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NEW: ALA is going to court to stop the President’s attempts to illegally dismantle the Institute of Museum & Library Services.
The President does not have the authority to destroy a federal agency. That's why we're taking action with our co-plaintiff @afscme.bsky.social. #ForOurLibraries (1/3)
The President does not have the authority to destroy a federal agency. That's why we're taking action with our co-plaintiff @afscme.bsky.social. #ForOurLibraries (1/3)
April 8, 2025 at 1:57 AM
NEW: ALA is going to court to stop the President’s attempts to illegally dismantle the Institute of Museum & Library Services.
The President does not have the authority to destroy a federal agency. That's why we're taking action with our co-plaintiff @afscme.bsky.social. #ForOurLibraries (1/3)
The President does not have the authority to destroy a federal agency. That's why we're taking action with our co-plaintiff @afscme.bsky.social. #ForOurLibraries (1/3)
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Here are five important functions of IMLS that America risks losing if funding is not restored
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The Surprising Work of IMLS, the Institute for Museum and Library Services
Here are five important functions of IMLS that America risks losing if funding is not restored
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March 21, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Here are five important functions of IMLS that America risks losing if funding is not restored
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action.everylibrary.org/the_surprisi...
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Today, we sent a letter warning the new Institute of Museum and Library Services acting director not to cut library programs required by federal law. www.ala.org/news/2025/03...
March 21, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Today, we sent a letter warning the new Institute of Museum and Library Services acting director not to cut library programs required by federal law. www.ala.org/news/2025/03...