RSS feeds are not something I would typically think about using in an elementary library setting. However, after reading some of the uses for an RSS reader, I think that I could possibly use it for compiling resources for my students when they are conducting their research units. I require 3-5 graders to complete different research projects throughout the school year and an RSS reader could be one way I present their resources to them.
Some of the RSS feeds, I am currently following are Free Technology for Teachers, I think that this will be a great resource for me to be constant up to date on current free technology available. Another feed I decided to follow was We Are Teachers. I already follow them on Facebook, but this way I can have their resources and ideas in one education place. The next feeds I found all have to do with what I teach and do in the library. I decided to search “teacher librarian” and found a blog that while is not updated regularly it does have past posts about MakerSpace ideas that may be useful to me in the future. My next search term was “Elementary Libraries”, I found a current blog titled “Teaching in the Elementary Library.” This resource had lesson plans and I am always looking for new ideas and ways to present things in the library. My last search I did was “Picture Books.” Here I found a wonderful blog titled “Let’s Talk Picture Books” this particular blog was recently updated and some great lists of new picture books. I am always on the hunt for the newest and best reads for my students.
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Any hints on how to use picture books at the secondary level? Our AEA (agency in Iowa that helps districts achieve goals) has really been pushing using picture books in content classes. I’m not very creative and would love to hear some ideas on how to do that with high school students.
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Here is an article from School Library Journal about using Picture Books to teach older students.The article gives some good examples of books to use https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=never-old-embracing-picture-books-teach-older-students
Here is another one I found that. If offers examples of books and relates them to a lesson.
https://theeducatorsroom.com/picture-books-for-high-school-theyre-not-in-kindergarten-any-more/
Hope these offer some insight!
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Lauren, it looks as though you found some useful resources. I also subscribe to Free Technology for Teachers. It can be so difficult keeping up with all the new tools. The nice thing about this is that they are free!
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It does sound like it would be a challenge using RSS feeds with elementary school kids, but that research project might be a good start. Sounds like you found some good resources for your feed!
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You have really useful ideas for your library and the skills that can help students. i am going to check out the free tech for teachers. I like knowing what is currently available. The picture books looks helpful too…thanks!
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Lauren, I can see how having students use RSS feeds at the elementary level could be a bit difficult. You did, however, mention useful ways to use it as a resource. It looks as though you found some useful resources.
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