This content reflects work done as part of the Indigenous Perspectives in School Librarianship (IPSL) grant funded by IMLS (RE-246303-OLS-20). Actual assignments may vary.

Module 5: Inclusion

Include is one of the six shared foundations of the National School Library Standards. School librarians must be prepared to include in all areas of their practice, including in reading promotion. This modules presents information on why this is important and some introductory resources on how to go about diversifying the collection.

Module Objectives

Analyze the consequences of diversifying the library collection.

Think

  • Beers, K. & Probst, R.E. (2020). Part II: Power. In Forged by reading: The power of a literate life. New York, NY: Scholastic Publishing, Inc.

Additionally, read one or more of the following:

Sources of Diverse Literature

Also, visit the Book Review & Collection sources in Module 1 > Think.

Create

Add to your Annotated Booklist

Share

Respond twice in the #5inclusion channel to the following prompt. Cite evidence from the module reading(s) to support your assertions.

Is reading the doorway to power, privilege, and self-determination? What are the consequences of this question? How does representation in children’s and young adult literature affect your answer? Explain.

Grow

Complete the self-assessment checklist.