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Jay Stream Innovation Center
@jaystreamic.bsky.social
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Middle School librarian of 24 years.
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gbrockell.bsky.social
Recommend everyone block this racist lady whose whole raison d’être is NOT returning stolen Indigenous remains. Don’t engage, she came over here because she misses disrespecting you.
A screenshot of a post from @eweissunburied.bsky.social reading: If you haven't read my book, On the Warpath: My Battles with Indians, Pretendians, and Woke Warriors, make sure to get a copy! With a picture of her book showing her in a back room of a museum with a bunch of boxes.
November 19, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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davidbowles.us
We had such a joyful time at the National Book Award ceremony last night. It was an honor to represent my friends on the Young People‘s Literature panel by announcing the winner, THE TEACHER OF NOMADLAND by Daniel Nayeri.
Red carpet photo of Young People's Literature Panel: Candice Iloh, Cather Berner, David Bowles, Maulik Pancholy, Jung Kim Close up of David Bowles from the National Book Awards red carpet moment. He's wearing a black guayabera embroidered with colorful alebrijes. David Bowles on stage at the National BOok Awards. David Bowles poses on stage with winner Daniel Nayeri.
November 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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nws.noaa.gov
A good reminder that hazardous weather doesn't care what the calendar says. If the atmospheric conditions come together, severe weather and flooding can happen any time!
weather.gov/safety 🌪️

On this day in 2013, a High Risk was issued. 74 tornadoes occurred, including: 2 EF4s, 7 EF3s, and 24 EF2s.
On this Day in 2013 The NWS severe weather outlook that day featured a "High Risk" and "Moderate Risk" that covered a number of states in the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley. Hundreds of severe wind reports and over 100 tornado reports were received that day. Observed tornadoes on November 17, 2013. Over two dozen tornadoes were confirmed that day - including numerous EF-3 and EF-4 tornadoes in Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky.
November 17, 2025 at 8:36 PM
jaystreamic.bsky.social
I wish people without anxiety understood the relief and peace of completing a task you've put off, that took 30 secs. I finally made a phone call that I was dreading. #anxiety #phonecalls
a man says instantly i 'm feeling this like deep aching sense of dread in front of a door
ALT: a man says instantly i 'm feeling this like deep aching sense of dread in front of a door
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November 17, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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mychal3ts.bsky.social
This comment means the world! The library is for everyone. For autistic you, ADHD you, dyslexic you, neurodivergent you 💚

It is difficult for some to use a library voice, to whisper. THAT’S OKAY. You belong in the library, we will work together. I admire YOU 😊

Take a look, it’s in a book 💛
Text from Brittany Belka reads, “My son has went to the library and has checked out each of these books at different times and walked around saying "I'm just like Mychal the Librarian mommy!" And then will ask to watch the episode that matches the book so he can read along with the story as it's read. Mychal, you are a true gift in life and you continue to make a difference everyday! My son is neurodiverget and was scared to go to the library because he knows you have to be quiet and it's hard for him to do so. Once he heard you say he is welcome to all libraries he sprung into action and begged to go to the library! Thank you for all you do and continue to do. You are a light in our home and we admire you and Reading Rainbow 🌈 “
November 11, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social
This Boston hotel is turning one of its rooms into an exact replica of the 'Goodnight Moon' room | TIme Out buff.ly/CAklGot
November 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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ldlapinski.bsky.social
It’s Non Binary November! 💛🤍💜🖤
November 3, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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nbcnews.com
NEW: A federal judge orders the government to continue SNAP benefits during the shutdown, while another judge calls the move to cut them "unlawful."
Federal judge orders Trump administration to pay SNAP benefits out of contingency fund
The ruling came one day before funding for SNAP, more commonly known as food stamps, was set to lapse.
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October 31, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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philbildner.bsky.social
Censored in California

Authors @joannahowrites.bsky.social and @carolinekpritchard.bsky.social have issued a statement in response to the book banning and censorship situation that took place at Country Club Elementary School in San Ramon, California.

Please take a moment to read their words.
October 29, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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thebookerprizes.com
For over 50 years, the Booker Prizes have recognised the best fiction for adults. Now, we're delighted to announce the Children’s Booker Prize, supported by AKO Foundation.

Find out more: thebookerprizes.com/children
October 24, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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newslit.org
❌ NO: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce did NOT recently announce that she is pregnant. This image circulating on social media is #AI generated.

Be aware: False celebrity claims about pregnancies, retirements and engagements regularly resurface online.

🔗 Read more: go.newslit.org/TSwiftAIAnnouncement
A post reads, “BREAKING: BABY NO.1 ON THE WAY!” Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Announce Expecting Their First Child – Fans and Celebrities React with Joy!!!” and includes an image that appears to show Swift and Kelce holding ultrasound images. The News Literacy Project has added a label that says “AI IMAGE.”
October 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Three high schoolers founded a book club that reads some of the country's most frequently banned books after a state law removing books with sexual content was signed in 2023. Two years later, many of the books have been reshelved and parts of the law can't be enforced.
When books were being pulled from Iowa classrooms, these teens started an after-school club to read them
Three Iowa City West high schoolers founded a book club that reads some of the country's most frequently banned books after a state law removing books with sexual content was signed in 2023. Two years later, many of the books have been reshelved and parts of the law can't be enforced.
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October 20, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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mstewartscience.bsky.social
Teachers! Librarians!
Nonfiction Mentors Texts to Guide Revision of Informational Writing
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@katiemcenaney.bsky.social @ellenbunn3.bsky.social #TLsky #Skybrarian #SchoolLibrarians #edusky #kidlit
@jessicalanan.bsky.social @kirstenwlarson.bsky.social @diannaaston.bsky.social
October 8, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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govpritzker.illinois.gov
BEST BIG CITY IN THE US 9 YEARS IN A ROW.

While critics try to paint Chicago as something to fear, the rest of the world knows the truth — this is the best big city in America.
Best Big City: Chicago Wins Award 9th Year in a Row
Learn why Chicago was voted the Best Big City for the 9th consecutive year by exploring our vibrant culture, welcoming inclusion, and so much more.
www.choosechicago.com
October 7, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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nbcnews.com
President Trump says that he would consider invoking the Insurrection Act “if it was necessary.”

The 1807 law, which allows the military to conduct civilian law enforcement activities under certain circumstances, hasn’t been used since the 1992 Los Angeles riots.
Trump floats invoking the Insurrection Act
The 1807 law, which allows the military to conduct civilian law enforcement activities under certain circumstances, hasn’t been used since the 1992 Los Angeles riots.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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kylelukoff.bsky.social
I'm beyond thrilled to have been shortlisted for the National Book Award (again), alongside Amber McBride, Daniel Nayeri, Hannah V. Sawyerr, and Ibi Zoboi!!
October 7, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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heykellyjensen.bsky.social
Here are the finalists for this year's National Book Awards and man, is the Young People's Literature list *stacked*!

bookriot.com/the-2025-nat...
The 2025 National Book Awards Shortlists Are Here
Here are the finalists in each category for the 2025 National Book Awards.
bookriot.com
October 7, 2025 at 2:47 PM
jaystreamic.bsky.social
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I’m emotional about this. He is amazing, and it’s amazing.
No Cats In The Library 🐱📚 | Reading Rainbow 📖 🌈 | Full Episode | @Kidzuko​
YouTube video by Kidzuko
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October 4, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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weratedogs.com
This is Denni. She took an unexpected babysitting shift when she found a baby koala in her yard. She cheerfully delivered the joey to her human, who put them back in the tree to be reunited with their mom. 14/10 (FB: Steve Lamplough)
Denni, a golden retriever with a sweet face, sits and looks up at the camera with a smile. she has a passenger clinging to her back. a baby koala. the joey's eyes peak over the top of Denni's head. Denni is standing and looking off to the left of the frame. the baby koala on her back looks at the camera. a super zoomed photo of the baby koala and their mom high up in a tree. the adult koala holds onto her joey and looks down at the camera with what we would like to think is appreciation for caring for her baby.
October 2, 2025 at 11:24 PM
jaystreamic.bsky.social
On the eve of TLOAS, I present my greatest book display achievement
A middle school book display in orange and teal in the style of Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl album marketing.
October 2, 2025 at 7:09 PM
jaystreamic.bsky.social
Connections
Puzzle #844
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October 2, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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luckytran.com
"If we lose hope, we're doomed."

We must continue Dr. Jane Goodall's mission and all fight for the future of the planet.
October 1, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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mychal3ts.bsky.social
There have been two hosts in the history of Reading Rainbow. The Legend of Literacy, LeVar Burton! And... me, Mychal Threets, a librarian 🥹🤯

I am a reader, a librarian because LeVar Burton and Reading Rainbow made us believe and see we belong in books, we belong everywhere ✨

youtu.be/e7es7qdWVnU
Smiling Mychal with hands raised wears an outer space shirt in a library. It is a still from an episode of Reading Rainbow. LeVar Burton smiles with hands behind his head as he lies down on a colorful pile of books. ENEMY PIE book rests on his chest.
October 1, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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miafarrow.bsky.social
Jane Goodall has died.
She devoted her life to advocacy on behalf of chimpanzees and, after living among them,shared valuable insight into their lives. She advocated too for the wellbeing of other primates and the environment

She has been a magnificent inspiration.
Thank you Jane Goodall ♥️🙏🏽♥️
October 1, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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puptographer.bsky.social
The truth isn’t buried at Area 51. It’s waiting for love at your local shelter.
#adopt #nashville #dog
October 1, 2025 at 12:01 PM