Federal bill equates trans identity with sexually explicit material

One of the core tenets that I embrace as a librarian serving young people is that readers need stories about people who are both like and who are unlike them. A diverse library collection should ideally encompass many facets: including race, sex, gender identity, differing abilities, who a person is attracted to, and more.

Marley’s Pride (Complete read-aloud for National Day of Reading)

To commemorate the National Day of Reading on Feb. 27, 2026, here is a complete reading of Marley’s Pride by Joëlle Retener with illustrations by DeAnn Wiley. I am reading this book with permission by the publisher, Barefoot Books. Marley is going to their first Pride parade with their grandparent, Zaza, who is being honored for their work supporting the transgender community. Marley has sensory sensitivities and is worried about the noise and large crowds, but wants to go in order to support Zaza.
https://youtu.be/WQyhCqdpAJY

Book haul: ALA Youth Media Awards, 2026

Among recent arrivals in SRCSA library: Here are some winners of the 2026 Youth Media Awards, which are presented each year by the American Library Association.
https://youtu.be/vah_Q3FUmqA

SRCSA library: New arrivals in January and February 2026

Here is a slideshow featuring some new arrivals during January and February 2026. This slideshow was created in Canva. Music: Funky House by Nver Avetyan. The creator has given permission for this music to be used on YouTube.
https://youtu.be/SfWuw6RDiFo

Books about Friendship, for Valentine’s Day!

For Valentine’s Day, let’s focus on friendship. Here are several books from SRCSA library that speak to various aspects of friendship.
https://youtu.be/k5DTZ2N3ZO0

Building and promoting a diverse library collection

How effectively am I creating and marketing a balanced library collection that represents the variety among residents of our community? As part of my studies in librarianship this semester, I plan to explore this question.

Books for Black History Month

To commemorate Black History Month: Here is a slideshow featuring some books from SRCSA library. The slideshow was created in Canva. Music: Wide Space by AudioCoffee. The creator has given permission for this music to be used on YouTube.
https://youtu.be/q3rpiDJ-3II

Character education: Books about Honesty

SRCSA’s character-education focus for February 2026 is “Honesty.” Here are books from the school library, which address the character trait of Honesty.
https://youtu.be/YzZk-_kysYs