8. Rpongsaj. “Locked Doors.”4 Nov. 2006. Flickr Creative Commons Pool. 19 Mar. 2008. <http://www.flickr.com/photos/pong/288223209/>. are at a significant disadvantage.
9. They are less likely to learn and practice 21st century skills of information and technology literacy,
10. to understand the importance of digital citizenship in today’s world.
30. someone led you to the world of books even before you could read,
31. let you taste the magic of stories , took you to the library , and allowed you to stay up later at night to read in bed. Jim Trelease, author The Read Aloud Handbook
39. Edwards, Ali. “Books.” 12 June 2006. Flickr Creative Commons Pool. 28 Mar. 2008. < http://www.flickr.com/photos/aliedwards/543067160/>.
40. Nearly 40% of all PA public schools are without a librarian and school library. (estimated 2006-07 data, there are 3,568 public schools and 2,248 school librarians)
41. In Philadelphia, more than 75% of the city’s 265 public schools do not have a librarian or a library .
44. For 3 tested grades, the relationship between staffing and PSSA reading scores is positive and statistically significant. Measuring Up to Standards . (c2000) Study of PA School Libraries. <http://www.statelibrary.state.pa.us/ libraries/lib/libraries/measuringup.pdf>.
45. Three out of five elementary schools with adequate library staff (61%) reported average or above-average reading scores. reading scores Measuring Up to Standards . (c2000) Study of PA School Libraries. <http://www.statelibrary.state.pa.us/ libraries/lib/libraries/measuringup.pdf>.
46. The same proportion of schools without adequate staffing reported below-average scores. reading scores Measuring Up to Standards . (c2000) Study of PA School Libraries. <http://www.statelibrary.state.pa.us/ libraries/lib/libraries/measuringup.pdf>.
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48. More than 18 studies, replicated in states across the country . . . Library Research Service <http://lrs.org>.
54. successfully lobbied state legislators for $4 million in emergency bridge funding.
55. “ Spokane Moms.” 1 Feb. 2008. ALA Fund Our Future Flickr Group . 24 Mar. 2008. <http:// www.flickr.com/photos/ala_members/sets/72157603853026097/ >.
56. They continue to lobby to ensure students across the state have library programs and certified librarians.
57. The Washington State legislature is rethinking the meaning of the phrase basic education.
76. inquire, think critically, gain knowledge research inquire develop a thesis take a stand organize analyze synthesize question apply their learning debate
77. evaluate information bias relevance timeliness authority points of view credentials In new information formats purpose
80. collaborate and create traditional papers blog podcast streamed video concept map digital storytelling public service announcements student-produced digital instruction present
81. demonstrate information ethics documentation digital citizenship Creative Commons safety respect for intellectual property academic integrity intellectual freedom
82. pursue personal & aesthetic growth independent reading viewing listening author visits school-wide reading initiatives poetry slams galleries of student work video book trailers collections that meet needs of all learners book fairs review blogs podcast reviews book clubs booktalks
83. Media specialists are working to ensure the success of the Governor’s CFF technology initiative.
104. Nationwide data available at: Library Research Service Research and Statistics About Libraries,"Impact Studies." http://www.lrs.org/impact.asp Other statistics available from the American Library Association: http://ala.org/ala/issues/issuesadvocacy.cfm Thanks to Doug Johnson and the librarians of MEMO for their advocacy ideas. Thanks to Deb Kachel, Mansfield University, for local statistics. For more information on the Spokane Moms http://www.fundourfuturewashington.org/