Friday, May 15, 2026

9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

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Overview

This session is aimed at information specialists who are seeking to develop an environment that supports reading as a social practice. This session will focus on how information specialists can create environments (services, programs, and spaces) that enhance accessibility and engagement for all readers. Building on the evidence that a shared enjoyment of reading leads to increased engagement with leisure reading, this session will offer practical insights into an embedded teacher librarian approach to whole-school reading culture. Noni and Penny will share suggestions for designing a wider reading program with social reading and collaboration at the forefront, in order to cater to a range of diverse learners with accessibility, inclusion, and participation in mind.

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