To kick off Get Caught Reading Month, we asked librarians, authors, teachers, and readers to submit photos of people they have caught in the act. Please send us your own photos to keli@rourkeeducationalmedia.com so we can feature them in a...
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Thank an Educator and Get Caught Reading!
April showers may bring May flowers, but budding readers are blossoming thanks to the great teachers and librarians who sow the seeds of literacy. With National Teacher Appreciation Week and Get Caught Reading Month, May is a time to celebrate...
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Rourke’s Commitment to Diversity
At Rourke, it is our goal to provide books that are educational and inclusive. We want our readers to see themselves reflected in our illustrations and photos; to recognize the contributions of people both like and unlike themselves; and to...
Educational Trends
Leadership Opportunities in the School Library
by G.L. Cronin Want to add more leadership opportunities for students? Consider the school library to encourage student involvement. Make it a privilege to participate: In our junior high school, only incoming eighth graders may become library leaders. Interested...
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Paying Attention to Progressions
by Jeff Barger Last August, I made a conscious decision to improve my eating and exercise habits. I made a goal to walk a set number of steps each day. After reaching the goal for several weeks, I added in...