You can pre-order any of Will Hillenbrand's books by clicking the link below. They will be signed & available for pickup at the event. If unable to pre-order, a limited number will be available the night of the event for $20 (cash only). https://www.willhillenbrand.com/get-a-signed-book-/KSLA-Northeast-PA-book-order

Mark Weakland's books are available on both Barnes & Noble and Amazon. In addition he will have them available for purchase at the event (prices range from $10-$30 CASH ONLY).
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A Classroom Teacher's Guide to Supporting Students with Dyslexia $25 LINK

How to Prevent Reading Difficulties $30 LINK

On My Bike $10 LINK

When Wilma Rudolph Played Basketball (my banned book!) $10 LINK

Gears Go, Wheels Roll! $10 LINK

We hope you enjoy a few memories from last year's events!  They include pictures from Making Books Come to Life Series with Miss Frizzle and Reading Time at the Viewmont Mall with various guest readers and guest appearances! 

Welcome back to the 2025-2026 school year with KSLA Northeast PA. We are continuing to partner with the Lackawanna Library System and other community partners to provide quality literacy based events for children and families.  While our commitment to the educators and literacy professionals in the community remains steadfast; we have been focusing our Chapter efforts on supporting literacy opportunities for the youth directly. We are proud to be part of Art in the Park, Storytime at the Viewmont Mall, Making Books Come to Life Series, and Badges and Books. All of these events have multiple dates, times, and locations to reach as many children as possible. We hope you can join us either as a volunteer or participant! Visit the Calendar of Events page for more information. 

On September 28, 2023, KSLA Northeast PA was excited to host NEPA (Taylor) native David Biedrzycki. David is both an author and illustrator of multiple children's books. He gave an incredible presentation to KSLA Northeast PA members and local families at Marywood University. David even produced a personalized e-illustration especially for KSLA Northeast PA!

KSLA Northeast PA is excited to kickstart the 2022-2023 with a growing number of events planned - both in person and virtual.  There is something for everyone! Don't forget to log into your PDE Account and check your Act 48 hours. As a KSLA Member, you have access to FREE Act 48 hours for participation in our Professional Development Sessions. For Librarians, you can also receive FREE CE Credits through the State Library of Pennsylvania.

Event information is emailed to all members, posted to this website, and posted to our Facebook Page.  Be sure to check back frequently as we are constantly adding to our schedule for this year.

KSLA Northeast PA wishes all members a happy and healthy upcoming school year!

We know it has been anything but normal these past 15 months, but we are excited to get back into the swing of things. KSLA Northeast PA is proud to partner with several of the local libraries and provide virtual options for Professional Development and family friendly sessions.

Making Books Come to Life
A virtual opportunity featuring the "Old Lady" from the "There was an Old Lady..." series. Presented by KSLA Northeast PA and the Taylor Community Library via Facebook.


High Seas Adventure
A Literacy Event & Party for Little Pirates and Princesses presented by KSLA Northeast PA and
The Libraries of the Lackawanna County Library System

Google Tools for Educators at All Levels
A virtual opportunity for participants to ask questions and learn more about the Google Tools that have made their way into almost every aspect of our lives.

Check out the Calendar of Events page and our Facebook for more information and registration information!

The year 2020 has proved to throw many curve balls, but here we are starting a new school year. No matter how your year looks, KSLA Northeast PA hopes to be here as a support for you. Starting with a VIRTUAL Membership Drive in September and then offering full VIRTUAL Professional Development Sessions, we are understanding that our members are looking for practical solutions for their Act 48 requirements. Be sure to check out our website and Facebook page for the most up to date information from KSLA Northeast PA.