I really debated whether or not to invest energy in my annual reflective review posts. 2020 was a garbage fire of a year that I don't enjoy remembering in the least! But then I got an alert about my 5 year Bloggerversary in January and curiosity won out. So, without further ado, here's what happened… Continue reading 2020 Blogging Year in Review
Since my storytime load was so light in 2020, it seemed like a good time to dig in and deeply analyze my practice. It was... VERY illuminating. I've been doing storytimes for 5 years (longer if you count classroom read-alouds), and I still have lots of learning and growing to do! Looking Back: Quick Storytime… Continue reading 2020 Storytime Year in Review
If you know me IRL or you've followed my blog for awhile, you know I'm a Storytime Plotter. I like walking into storytime with a plan, and I like centering that plan around goals. Usually those goals have to do with supporting early literacy practices and skills. It's the teacher in me! But what about… Continue reading Thursday Thoughts: Setting Virtual Storytime Goals
Content Warning/Disclosure: This post is a continued exploration of my experiences as a public library professional with chronic illness and disability during a pandemic. This post will primarily explore ableism at work in my past and present; there will also be a reference to suicidal thoughts. I am not a mental health professional and this… Continue reading Thursday Thoughts: Welcome to My World
