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School Libraries 201
Making Reading Contagious with Collections and Readers' Advisory

A practical introduction to school librarianship for paraprofessionals and staff entering the field.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines August 6, 2026 (Summer); October 28, 2026 (Fall); February 3, 2027 (Spring); and August 3, 2027 (Summer).
2 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for K-12 non-certified school library personnel, including paraprofessionals, staff, and teachers.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines August 6, 2026 (Summer); October 28, 2026 (Fall); February 3, 2027 (Spring); and August 3, 2027 (Summer).
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Manga Magic
Boost Literacy with Books Students Love

Learn how to use manga to support literacy, collection development, and student engagement.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 15, 2026; March 23, 2027; or July 15, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for school librarians (grades 3-12) and public youth services librarians.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 15, 2026; March 23, 2027; or July 15, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Building Readers Who Want to Read
Science of Reading for Elementary Libraries

Learn to support early literacy by integrating the science of reading into your elementary library
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 24, 2026; January 28, 2027; and July 7, 2027.
5 Self-Paced Course Modules
This course is geared toward elementary librarians serving preK-3rd grade students.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 24, 2026; January 28, 2027; and July 7, 2027.
5 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Getting Kids Hooked on Nonfiction
A Conversation with Candace Fleming

Sometimes nonfiction just needs the right introduction.
October 7, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET
1-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for anyone who works with children and/or teens.
October 7, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET
1-Hour Online Crash Course

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Books Belong in Every Classroom
Helping Teachers Build a Love of Reading Across the Curriculum

Reading belongs in every classroom, not just ELA.
Register by October 19, 2026
2 Self-Paced Courses
Recommended for classroom teachers (grades 6 - 12).
Register by October 19, 2026
2 Self-Paced Courses

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Building Your Classroom Library
Setup, Selection, and Everything In Between

A classroom library is more than a bookshelf in the corner.
Registration deadline October 19, 2026.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for 6-12 classroom teachers.
Registration deadline October 19, 2026.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Prepared to Respond
A Librarian's Guide to Book Challenges and Censorship

Learn tangible ways to handle censorship, find allies, and ensure your library policies are up to date.
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026 (Fall) or April 1, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for school and public librarians.
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026 (Fall) or April 1, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Check It Out (No, Really)
Building a Reading Culture That Drives Circulation

Build a library environment where patrons leave with a book they're actually excited to read.
Registration deadline: December 3, 2026 (Fall), May 6, 2027 (Spring), or August 11, 2027 (Summer).
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for school and public library staff.
Registration deadline: December 3, 2026 (Fall), May 6, 2027 (Spring), or August 11, 2027 (Summer).
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Using Your Classroom Library
Integrating Reading into Every Subject

A well-stocked shelf only matters once it's put to work.
Registration deadline January 13, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for 6-12 classroom teachers.
Registration deadline January 13, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Intentional Public Library Collections
Foundations of Collection Assessment and Development

A great collection doesn't happen by accident. It starts with a plan.
Registration deadline March 5, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public library workers.
Registration deadline March 5, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Public Library Foundations
A 3-Course Materials Management Certification Series

Build the collection skills your library needs from the ground up.
Register by May 18, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Courses
Recommended for public library workers.
Register by May 18, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Courses

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Engaging Middle Grade Readers
A Practical Companion to Middle Grade Magic

Your middle grade readers deserve programming that's as good as the books themselves.
March 9, 2027 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for middle grade school and public librarians.
March 9, 2027 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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