Providing a Foundation of Togetherness With Books
by Katy Tessman, New School Services Project Manager & Makerspace Specialist Educators around the world have the same goals of raising readers and instilling a love of learning in their [...]
Books Can Help Guide Conversations About Race, Racism, and Anti-racism
It is widely known that books are one of the most effective and practical tools for initiating conversations with students of all ages when discussing a sensitive topic. Stories can illustrate [...]
Books That Make Us Laugh During Unprecedented Times
by Katy Tessman, New School Services Project Manager & Makerspace Specialist Distance learning has made everyone’s daily routines change in unexpected ways. Educators and students alike are [...]
Relationships With Elders: New Books That Promote Positive Bonds Between Youth and Seniors
by Katy Tessman, New School Services Project Manager & Makerspace Specialist It takes a village to raise a child. Parents depend on extended family, community members, and educators to help [...]
New Books to Encourage a Greater Appreciation of Writing and Reading Poetry
By Katy Tessman, New School Services Project Manager & Makerspace Specialist No other form of writing expresses emotions and creates imagery quite like poetry. Poets select words for their [...]
Stories That Go Beyond The Single Story Stereotypes And Celebrate Chinese American Culture
by Katy Tessman, New School Services Project Manager & Makerspace Specialist Stories entertain. Stories also teach. Having diverse literature available to students helps create a culture of [...]
Books to Create a Safe Space to Talk about Emotions
by Katy Tessman, New School Services Project Manager and Makerspace Specialist Across the country and the world, we are continuously watching updates from the CDC regarding COVID-19, also called [...]
5 Benefits of Reading Picture Books Aloud to Secondary Students
by Katy Tessman, New School Services Project Manager and Makerspace Specialist Words are powerful, especially when words are shared from one person to another. Reading aloud to students is a [...]
