Name: Breakout Session - Mirrors, Windows, and Student Voice: Building Inclusive Collections by Empowering Students
Start: 2026-10-29T15:15:00-0400
End: 2026-10-29T16:00:00-0400

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Breakout Session - Mirrors, Windows, and Student Voice: Building Inclusive Collections by Empowering Students

Thursday October 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT

Vanderbilt

Centering student voice in collection development fosters belonging, strengthens reader engagement, and builds collections that better reflect the communities they serve. Join me to explore a library unit that guides students as they examine their own identities, learn about Bishop's concept of mirrors and windows, evaluate representation within the existing library collection, and recommend new titles for purchase. The unit as a whole is best suited for elementary librarians with regular class time, but the shared resources and strategies are adaptable for any age or group of students.

Speakers

Amy Grant

Elementary Media Specialist, Dexter Community Schools

I am a media specialist working on a fixed schedule in a 3rd & 4th grade building. This year is my 6th in the library and my 28th in teaching overall. Prior to becoming a librarian, I taught middle school English, U.S. History, and reading support.

Thursday October 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Vanderbilt

Sessions

Conference Strands Collaboration, Curriculum & Programming, Literacy Resources
Interest Level Elementary

MASL 53 Annual Conference 2026

Amy Grant

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MASL 53 Annual Conference 2026

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