Written by Brandi Hartsell TASL is an amazing organization (just ask AASL). But it is the people who dedicate their time and energy that make it great. We at TASL Talks want to highlight our leaders and express our gratitude for their commitment to our wonderful profession. We will be featuring each member of leadership... Continue Reading →
Featuring Past-President Jennifer Sharp
Written by Brandi Hartsell TASL is an amazing organization (just ask AASL). But it is the people who dedicate their time and energy that make it great. We at TASL Talks want to highlight our leaders and express our gratitude for their commitment to our wonderful profession. We will be featuring each member of leadership... Continue Reading →
Featuring President-Elect Lindsey Kimery
Written by Brandi Hartsell TASL is an amazing organization (just ask AASL). But it is the people who dedicate their time and energy that make it great. We at TASL Talks want to highlight our leaders and express our gratitude for their commitment to our wonderful profession. We will be featuring each member of leadership... Continue Reading →
Recommended Fiction Books About Racism for Your School Library
Written by Brandi Hartsell In light of recent events happening in our country, you might be looking for ways to discuss racism with kids and teens. These books have been recommended by School Library Journal and/or other professional organizations/publications. Reviews have been included where available. Book descriptions are from Goodreads and are included where full reviews... Continue Reading →
TASL Releases Statement in Solidarity with the Black Community
Written by Brandi Hartsell In the wake of civil unrest across the country after the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer, TASL President Vicki Winstead released today a statement crafted with the help of the Executive Board and Erika Long, Chair of the AASL Presidential Initiative Task Force on... Continue Reading →
2019-2020 VSBA Winners Announced
The votes are in! The 2019-2020 VSBA winners were announced today. Congratulations to the authors and illustrators represented on this list. Primary Division: Grade K-2 The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors by Drew Daywalt, Harper Collins, 2017 Runners Up: Reynolds, Aaron. Creepy Pair of Underwear! Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. 2017. Santat, Dan. After the... Continue Reading →
Featuring Our Dedicated Leaders
Written by Brandi Hartsell TASL is an amazing organization (just ask AASL). But it is the people who dedicate their time and energy that make it great. We at TASL Talks want to highlight our leaders and express our gratitude for their commitment to our wonderful profession. We will be featuring each member of leadership... Continue Reading →