February 12, 2026

Tag: Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC)

A Librarian’s Gratitude List – ALSC Blog

Jessica Brownley03 mins

November always feels like the perfect month to pause and reflect on the small, wonderful things that make working in youth services so special. Amid the rush of busy programs, stacks of youth books, and the lingering sparkle of last month’s glitter-filled crafts, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude. Each day brings new smiles, creativity, and connections that remind me why I love what I do. Little Moments, Big Smiles At the top of my list is the enthusiastic kid who greets me every day with a big wave and a cheerful “Ms. Jessica!” Some days, there’s even a hug—or a new drawing to add to my ever-growing collection of crayon masterpieces. Those small gestures never fail to brighten my day and remind me why I love what I do. Volunteers Who Make Magic Happen I’m also deeply thankful for our outstanding volunteers—the ones who quietly…
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Thank You, Library: A Season of Gratitude

Jaime Eastman04 mins

The library gives me countless reasons for gratitude. From giggles bouncing out of storytime to connecting with colleagues across the country, the joy far outweighs the challenges. This season, I’m being more intentional about thankfulness. Here are just a few things I’m especially grateful for this season. Library Joy Thank you, children’s laughter, for filling the library like bubbles and brightening my day. New readers, thank you for trusting me to find the right book. Little moments, thank you for proving that something as simple as helping with the copy machine can change someone’s day. I have deep gratitude for the moments of everyday joy that create library magic. Storytime giggles equal new friends connecting over favorite stories, while full-bellied laughs during programs are reminders that we encourage excitement and learning, side by side. Simply helping a frustrated patron navigate the printing and receiving a heartfelt thank you reminds me…
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School Outreach from Your Library Desk – ALSC Blog

DrWeb04 mins

Guest Blogger Eleanor Howell-Shryock (she/they) is the Head Children’s Librarian, managing family and outreach services…

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