I’m so grateful to be in a district that supplies its teachers with a classroom library. A teacher will always buy specific books that are popular or might interest particular students, but to have a foundation library is such a rare gift. Thank you, Longmeadow Public Schools.

Here is this week’s roundup of literacy links for some quick inspiration, tips, and refreshment:

• I could use this poem in so many ways this week!
• #BuildYourStack – we’re LUCKY to have a Scholastic warehouse sale FIVE minutes from our school!
• Why Reading Aloud to Older Kids is the Best
• Mental health break