Civics teaches kids about the rights each of us has as a citizen, as well as our responsibilities, such as voting or serving on a jury — and getting involved in our communities to make them better for all. Do you know any kids who are eager to volunteer in their communities? Or kids who are curious about the history of voting rights in the U.S., how a bill becomes a law, how we elect our President, and stories about life (and pets!) in the White House?
"Enabler of civic literacy" is an example of civic engagement in libraries.
The AASL National Standards Shared Foundation of Inquire aligns with "enabler of civic literacy."
The Inquire Shared Foundation focuses on critical thinking, problem identification, and developing problem-solving strategies.
Information literacy skills are crucial in guiding learners through the inquiry process, especially in a world filled with misinformation.
School librarians can support civic engagement by co-teaching lessons on social justice, history, and contemporary issues.
Collaborative projects, like "Bulls on Parade" and "Asian American History IS American History," engage learners in civic learning.
School librarians play a vital role in educating learners about complex history, such as civil rights.
Civic Online Reasoning (COR) is a curriculum that helps students evaluate information and become informed citizens.
AASL encourages sharing civic engagement projects and applying for awards.
In today's world, where misinformation is widespread and the teaching of history is challenged, the role of school librarians in civic learning is more critical than ever.
Educators can use digital tools like COR to promote civic literacy.