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Shared Foundation IV: Curate

        After observing Amber Stein at Windsor Hill Arts Infused Elementary, I knew discussing "Curate" would be her strong point. Amber has been a school librarian for 9 years, but was a public librarian for many years prior. 
        
        One of the lessons she taught when I was with her was showing fifth grade students how to gather authoritative information for their research projects. It is one of her main focuses this year. The students have access to many databases through our district including Britanica School Elementary, CultureGrams, Explora for Elementary School, and Gale in Context. She provides instruction on how to access and use these databases. She is passionate about students knowing where to look for information and determining the validity of the information. 

        One of the challenges with this lesson is that she never sees the final products. She relies on the teachers to communicate with her if the students need further assistance or instruction. 

        After being a public librarian for so many years, she enjoys having relationships with her students that she sees every week and collaborating with the teachers to help meet the needs of her students. 

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