School Library Resources  

Special topics in children’s books, plus news and events worldwide.

Review of recommended library materials for adults, young adults, and children, both print and non-print.

Contains reviews and ratings of virtually every hardcover trade children’s book published in the U.S. during the previous publishing season.

A peer-reviewed journal published eight times a year. Intended as an open forum for the field of literary education with goals to encourage innovative ways of teaching and studying literacy.

Publishes news and articles of interest to school librarians from kindergarten to twelfth grade.

Reviews multicultural books and educational curriculum materials. Includes feature articles on related subjects.

A scholarly journal about literature for children and young people.

Peer-reviewed professional journal published eight times yearly with a focus on the practices, research, and trends in literacy education and related fields.

For librarians providing service to children and young adults. Includes information needed to integrate libraries into the school curriculum, become leaders in the areas of technology, reading, and information literacy, and create high-quality collections for children and young adults. Book reviews are included in each issue.

Supports school librarians with technology, information literacy and collaboration with teachers.

Provides articles addressing the practical concerns of the school librarian as well as information needed to stay up-to-date in the profession.

For librarians serving young adults. Includes book reviews

The journal of ALA's Young Adult Library Services Association.

Includes practical articles and reviews

A paper published on th Languages Other Than English Center for Educator Development website.

The NYSED School Library Services team works to provide statewide leadership in school library services and build awareness of the important impact school library media specialists and school libraries have on student achievement. School Library Services Web pages contain guidance on programs, products, and services related to the New York State Learning Standards, Common Core State Standards, and curriculum models.

Library Media Specialist Certification Requirements from the Office of Teaching Initiatives, State Education Department

The New York State Report Cards provide enrollment, demographic, attendance, suspension, dropout, teacher, assessment, accountability, graduation rate, post-graduate plan, career and technical education, and fiscal data for public and charter schools, districts, and the State.

Our primary goal is to provide qualified and certified teachers for employment in the State's public schools. We issue certificates, develop teaching policy, and provide supportive services for teachers, schools, and the public.

Links that promote standards-based instruction for all New York State students.