Episode 7: Libraries and Expanding Opportunities for Students

Billi Jo interviews Elkhart's Elementary Media Specialist, Lindsey Walters. She shares what she does day to day, how she uses the library to engage teachers and students, and ways you can interact with your librarian to expand on class instruction. 0:00 Introduction1:00 What does a media specialist do?1:52 Developing a curriculum for the library2:58 Technology in the library4:12 Curating materials for teachers and students6:22 Partnering with the local public library8:04 Book tasting and guided reading circles10:48 Indiana's read aloud committee12:19 Reading as "windows, mirrors, and doors" Links to check outScribble bot kitsRead Aloud Book AwardsSora by OverdriveElkhart PDElkhart Instructional tech blogFind us @ElkhartEdTech on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook