In this podcast, school librarian Len Bryan explores the controversial yet crucial practice of weeding library collections. He argues that a smaller, well-curated collection enhances accessibility and student engagement, countering the common "more is better" mindset. Bryan encourages librarians to approach weeding as a strategic, student-focused effort, emphasizing relationship-building, transparency, and the importance of keeping collections fresh and relevant.

Changing the Librarian Stereotype and Narrative

In this series, the topics will focus on the many ways Future Ready Librarians® lead as we hear stories and ideas from some of the nation’s top teacher librarians.  They will inspire us and make us look at our practice within the topics of collection development, diversity, virtual and school library spaces, collaboration, empowering students as creators, continuous and remote learning and so much more.