Teacher-Authors: What’s Happening on my Writer’s Blog

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A lot of teacher-authors read both my Ask a Tech Teacher education blog and my writer’s blog, WordDreams. In this monthly column, I share a popular post from the past month:

“Take Your Child to the Library Day” is an annual event celebrated in the United States to encourage families to visit their local library. It is typically observed on the first Saturday in February. Since I have my book launch that first week, I’m putting notice out early.

Many libraries across the country host special events on this day, which might include:

- Storytimes with special guests or themes.
- Craft workshops.
- Scavenger hunts within the library to familiarize children with the layout and resources.
- Book giveaways or special library card sign-ups for children.
- Interactive sessions with authors or illustrators.
- Educational programs about various subjects like science, art, or history.

How do kids benefit from visiting libraries? Consider:

- It encourages reading for pleasure, which can lead to improved literacy skills.
- It introduces children to the library environment, fostering a lifelong love for learning.
- It provides a community space for families to engage together in activities outside of home or school.
- It exposes kids to technology and other educational tools available at libraries.

Libraries often collaborate with schools, local businesses, and community organizations to boost participation. Parents are encouraged to check their local library’s calendar for specific events. If there are none, use this day to explore library services beyond just borrowing books, like accessing databases, using computers, or joining clubs.

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Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum, K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, contributor to NEA Today, and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum, K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, an Amazon Vine Voice, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, contributor to NEA Today, and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.