Promotional & Advocacy Tools

Make a copy of this Canva infographic to present your data to your community and advocate for you and your library. Includes the 40th anniversary logo for School Library Month!

School librarians not only craft their instruction to meet state standards and expectations, but also look to the National School Library Standards as a foundation for learning. This guide is an overview of the Standards for Learners.

AASL’s growing YouTube playlist features district superintendents and principals sharing how effective school libraries with certified librarians enhance teaching, learning culture, and student outcomes across all subjects.

This infographic highlights the impact of school librarians on student achievement and outlines eight key library characteristics. Share with your administrator to explore how their support enhances student learning.

This 23 page impact study from the Northeast Comprehensive Center takes a deep look at the four main roles of a school librarian and how they empower student learning and success.

This Knowledge Quest blog post, authored by 2021 School Library Journal Librarian of the Year Amanda Jones, examines the impact increased technology responsibilities and “other duties as assigned” have on student learning and library programs.

Here are thank you cards that you can print off and sign for your librarian to thank them for the work they do. Thank you for appreciating and celebrating your librarian during the 40th anniversary of School Library Month!

Here are thank you cards that you can print off and sign for your librarian to thank them for the work they do. Thank you for appreciating and celebrating your librarian during the 40th anniversary of School Library Month!

Host a School Library Pal name exchange for the month. Carolyn Vibbert shares her tips and Google Form questions for others to execute their own Secret Librarian exchange.

The Declaration for the Right to Libraries, part of ALA President Barbara Stripling’s 2013-14 initiative, was adapted for school libraries. Display & host a signing event to raise awareness of the importance of fully staffed, well-funded school libraries.

Use one of these frames on your social media (or elsewhere) to celebrate the 40th anniversary of School Library Month.

Throughout School Library Month, authors are sharing their thoughts on school librarians, school libraries, and libraries. Use this template to print or project to share their quotes in your library.