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Stop the Gradebook Panic with a Hands-On Simulation!Improve executive functioning and digital citizenship with this interactive PowerSchool simulation! This gamified lesson is the perfect back to school activity for middle school advisory, homeroom, or library orientations. Teach your students essential study skills and gradebook etiquette through a high-engagement, simulation that reduces teacher burnout and stops the 'did you grade this yet?' emails. What’s Included:🎮 Interactive Instructiona

Kick off the school year with a high-interest reading challenge your students will love! This comic-style Library Challenge invites students to read a graphic novel, manga, or comic and respond with a quick reflection—perfect for promoting engagement, building library habits, and spotlighting your graphic novel collection! Designed by a middle/high school librarian, this resource is perfect for grades 6-high school and can be easily adapted for younger or older students. Here’s what you’ll get:

Kick off your Digital Literacy or technology course with confidence and ease! This editable, librarian-created resource includes everything you need for a smooth, engaging first day of class. With student-friendly slides, a digital "get to know you" form, and ready-to-go prompts, this lesson sets the tone for a thoughtful and purposeful semester ahead. Perfect for grades 6–9, this flexible resource is ideal for quarter-long electives or full-year courses in Digital Literacy, Media Literacy, or t

Wrap up your technology course with meaningful reflection and easy data collection! This free Digital Literacy Closing Survey (Google Form) gives students the opportunity to reflect on their growth while helping you gather insights to improve your instruction, track trends, and celebrate wins. Perfect for grades 6–9, this editable survey is great for semester or end-of-year feedback in Digital Literacy, Media Literacy, or technology classes. Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Ready-to-use Google Form f