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Games in Schools and Libraries
by Giles Pritchard
Welcome to Games in Schools and Libraries, a podcast about board, card and digital games, and the ways in which they can find a place in schools or at the local library. Hosts for the show are Giles Pritchard and Donald Dennis.
Episodes
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GSL 165: 2021 Summer in Review
Waccamaw Neck Branch Library multi-day classes. In episode 165 of Games in Schools and Libraries Donald and Chris talk about many of their summer programming activities, much of which can be used in gaming or gaming adjacent activities. ShushCon Update - In-person ShushCon is cancelled. We are...
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GSL 164: HABA in Libraries
In Games in Schools and Libraries #164 Donald is joined by the amazing T Caires, of Haba Games. They talk about animal related games that would go along with the 2021 Tails and Tales summer reading program, as well as the Haba library programs. https://www.habausa.com/ [email protected] I...
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GSL 163: Tails and Tales 3, A Long Neck Spinosaurus
One of the Georgetown County Library character boards for our summer reading Tales and Tails giveaway. Patrons picked up a different board each week Sorry for the delay on episodes. Donald was out sick for awhile and then busy with summer projects when he returned. We should be returning to our...
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GSL 162: Tails and Tales 2, More Games with Animals
In episode 162 of the Games in Schools and Libraries Donald and Chris talk about other animal themed games which might be useful to include in your 2021 Summer Reading Tails and Tales activities. GSL 162: Tails and Tales 2 More Games with Animals Donald Dennis, Chris Bell Download Video Games…
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GSL 161: Tails and Tales 1
From the Endangered Cover Art Games in Schools and Libraries episode 161 is the beginning of a series where Donald and Chris talk about games that support the 2021 Summer Reading theme “Tails and Tales”. Some of these are great games about animals, some are great storytelling games that can be…
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GSL 30: The Main Event (REBROADCAST)
In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries episode 30 Giles and Don talk about events. We discuss running events, publicizing events, and different ways of fostering interest. GSL 30: The Main Event Giles Pritchard & Donald Dennis Download This episode was originally hosted by the…
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GSL 160: Escape Games for the Classroom
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 160 Donald and Professor Scott Nicholson talk about publisher dummy contracts and maintaining the right to share your own work, how to get your published works cited appropriately, and the new book Unlocking the Potential of Puzzle-based Learning by Scott...
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GSL 159: Fairy and Gnome Doors
Southern Georgetown Community Library Fairy Door In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 159 Donald and Chris talk about the cancelling of ShushCon Online 2021, new gaming shelves for the library, games they have played, and the Fairy and Gnome door project. GSL 159: Fairy and Gnome Doors…
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GSL 158: The Spiel Foundation
On Episode 158 of Games in Schools and Libraries Donald and Kathleen are joined by Stephen Conway to talk about what the Spiel Foundation is doing for schools and libraries. GSL 158: The Spiel Foundation Donald Dennis, Kathleen Mercury, Stephen Conway Download The Spiel Foundation Stephen Conway...
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GSL 157: Social for Social's Sake
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 157 Donald is joined by Dustin Staats of Board Gaming with Education to talk about the value of games in a pandemic and post pandemic education setting. GSL 157: Social for Social's Sake Donald Dennis, Dustin Staats Download Dustin Staats Board Gaming…
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GSL 156: Teaching Political Science Through Games
In Games in Schools and libraries episode 156 Kathleen is joined by James “Pigeon” Fielder, Mark Harvey, Ryan Gibb, the authors of the upcoming book Games without Frontiers: Simulations and Games in the Political Science Classroom to discuss their experiences using games to teach political…
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GSL 29: Games and Autism (REBROADCAST)
This is a rebroadcast of the Games in Schools and Libraries episode 29 Giles and Don discuss their experience with games and children on the autism spectrum. GSL 28: Games and Autism Giles Pritchard & Donald Dennis Download This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website....
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GSL 155: Next Gen Consoles
In Games in Schools and Libraries 155 Chris and Donald announce the 2021 ShushCon schedule. They also discuss the new generation of PlayStation and Xbox gaming consoles. They talk hardware, games, and subscription services. ShushCon 2021 March 26-28 ShushCon Online. October 15-17 ShushCon in...
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GSL 154: Jack Looks Twitchy
Some of the games we play most Frequently on Twitch. In GSL 154 Chris and Donald discuss the Jack Box Party Pack games through the lense of games they utilize on the ShushCon Twitch stream or would be suitable for playing with patrons or students via Discord. After reviewing games in the Party...
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GSL 28: Game Design Guild (REBROADCAST)
This is a rebroadcast of the Games in Schools and Libraries episode originally posted December 18, 2013. In GSL episode 28 Giles and Don are joined by the enigmatic professor Scott Nicholson and they discuss the Game Design Guild. The guild offers exploration of new games, game design challenges,...
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The Therapeutic Applications of RPGs
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 153 Kathleen is joined by Adam Davis, one of Game To Grow’s founders, about overcoming isolation, expanding their ability to serve, and the opportunity to train more professionals on the therapeutic applications of RPGs. With geographic restrictions eased...
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GSL 152: ShushCon Twitch Stream
On this episode Donald and Chris talk about their recent experience with the Roll20 AD&D campaign, and the ShushCon Twitch Stream. They also review Unlock!: Epic Adventures and talk about a fundraiser done in conjunction with the Friends of the Waccamaw Neck Branch Library. GSL 152: ShushCon…
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GSL 151: Storm King's Party
In episode 151 of Games in Schools and Libraries Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about running games online for the library. GSL 151: Storm King's Party Donald Dennis, Chris Bell Stuff we talked about: Storm King’s Thunder D&D Campaign Curse of Strahd D&D Campaign D&D SRD (System Reference...
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GSL 27: Brian Mayer ALA (REBROADCAST)
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 27, originally published in 2013, Donald is joined by Brian Mayer. They talk about the American Library Association Convention, and particularly the play event. They also cover games in libraries, learning experiences, game design contests, and making…
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GSL 150: With Lydia-Rae Wehmeyer
In episode 150 of Games in Schools and Libraries Lydia-Rae Wehmeyer joins Kathleen Mercury to discuss her experiences in using games in the classroom. GSL150: With Lydia-Rae Wehmeyer Kathleen Mercury, Lydia-Rae Wehmeyer Lydia-Rae Wehmeyer Drama and Public Speaking Teacher at Brittany Woods Middle...
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GSL 149: Making the World Better Through Games
Scout Blum, historian, game designer, and publisher, joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about her evolution with games and design in her classes and community with the goal to make the world better. GSL 149: Making the World Better Through Games Kathleen Mercury, Scout Blum Scout Blum Elizabeth…
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GSL 148: With Juan David Garcia
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 148 Kathleen Mercury talks with Juan David Garcia about using games to engage students in higher education. GSL 148: With Juan David Garcia Kathleen Mercury, Juan David Garcia Download Juan David García National University of Columnbia Assistant Professor...
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GSL 26: Strangely Dexterous (REBROADCAST)
In Games in Schools and Libraries 26 (Originally broadcast on July,22, 2013) Giles and Donald round out their series on dexterity games with a look at the weird and wonderful games that fit this genre, as well as a range of digital games as well. GSL026-Strangely_Dexterous Giles Pritchard &…
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GSL 147: Social Nonsense with Doug Shaw
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 147 Doug Shaw joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about applied improvisation, his book Social Nonsense. They also touch on the improv concepts of listening, reacting, and making the bolder choice. GSL 147: Social Nonsense with Doug Shaw Kathleen Mercury…
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GSL 25: Dexterity Part 2 (Rebroadcast)
This is a rebroadcast of part 2 of the Games in Schools and Libraries 3 part series on Dexterity games originally published in 2013. In GSL episode 25 Giles and Don talk about games that involve pitching, throwing, and flicking. GSL025-Flicking Giles Pritchard & Donald Dennis Games discussed in...
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GSL 24: Dexterity Part 1 (Rebroadcast)
This is part 1 of the Games in Schools and Libraries 3 part series on Dexterity games originally published in 2013. In episode 24 we focus on stacking games, what are they, how to organize them and what are they good for. GSL024-Dexterity_Part_1 Giles Pritchard & Donald Dennis Download Games...
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GSL 146: ConDemic - Where only the fun is contagious.
Map from Stephanie’s FATE game on Roll 20 In Games in Schools and Libraries 146, Stephanie Frey returns to talk with Donald about running a virtual convention using tools like Discord, Tabletop Simulator, Google Docs, and Roll20. GSL 146: ConDemic Donald Dennis, Stephanie Frey Download Stephanie...
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GSL 145: Bunker Edition
The view from Kathleen’s Hillbilly Hideout. In this special Games in Schools and Libraries episode Kathleen shares her thoughts and resources for distance learning and staying engaged with her students during an era of social (and professional) distancing. Donald also shares a Scott Nicholson Top...
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GSL 144: Reviews from a Lonely Library
Some of our circulating collection. Chris pictured in the background. In this episode Donald and Chris announce ShushCon is cancelled, talk a bit about what they are doing when no patrons are allowed in the library, including getting game information to Cataloging, and do a bunch of reviews. GSL...
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GSL 143: Living the Dream Making Class More Fun
In Games in Schools and Libraries Eric Slauson joins Kathleen to talk about so many things. GSL 143: Living the Dream Making Classrooms More fun Kathleen Mercury, Erick Slauson Download Eric Slauson https://twitter.com/stmgames Meeple Syrup Shoptalk Deepwater Games - Monstrosity pre order Tattoo...
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GSL 142: Tower of the Compass Rose
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 142 Donald and Chris talk about their experiences crafting and running adventures set in the world they created using Microscope. GSL 142: Tower of the Compass Rose Donald Dennis, Chris Bell Download Chris Bell running a playtest session The Tales of the...
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GSL 141: Heroic Escape Adventures
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 141 Donald and Chris review some escape room games they played at the library. They also talk about our Moonrise escape room. Note - Keep an eye on the GSL blog for upcoming information and file links for our the Moonrise Escape Room. GSL 141: Heroic…
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GSL 23: Word Games (REBROADCAST)
In Games in Schools and Libraries, episode 23, Giles and Don discuss word games. Or rather, games to do with spelling, word association, sentence building, and generally playing with language. GSL 23: Word Games Giles Pritchard & Donald Dennis Download This episode was originally hosted by the...
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GSL 140: Using RPGs in Therapeutic Settings and Beyond
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 140 Kathleen is joined by Game To Grow’s founders Adam Davis and Adam Johns about their years of experience in couple and family therapy, drama therapy, and education to develop a unique intervention method which promotes social growth among youth in a…
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GSL 139: A Young Adventurer's Guide
In Games in Schools and Libraries #139 Donald is joined by Jim Zub, lead designer of the Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer’s Guides Series, and why it would be suitable for schools and libraries supporting D&D activities. GSL 139: A Young Adventurer's Guide Donald Dennis, Jim Zub Jim Zub Author...
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GSL 138: Board Gaming with Education
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 138 Kathleen Mercury is joined by Dustin Staats of Board Gaming with Education. In this crossover episode the hosts of both shows talk a bit about their experiences with classroom oriented gaming. FYI - versions of this show will appear in each feed. GSL...
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GSL 137: Video Game Services
In Games in Schools and Libraries 137 Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about their maker space development and then discuss what video game services they use in the library, some free games options, and how to get the most bang for your buck. Foam spray primer they mentioned for cosplay was...
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GSL 136: Scott Kelly on Teaching History through Games
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 136 Kathleen is joined by Scott Kelly of BS Games to talk about using games to teach history. GSL 136: Scott Kelly on Teaching History through Games Kathleen Mercury, Scott Kelly Download Scott Kelly Website: https://bsgames.ca/ Instagram: bsgamesca...
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GSL 22: Buying Games (REBROADCAST)
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 22 Giles and Don talk about building a game collection, as well as some of our experiences with buying games. Topics covered include collection development policies, building breadth and depth in a collection, collecting with a purpose, factors that help...
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GSL 135: Reviews with Chris and Donald
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 135 Chris Bell and Donald Dennis review games they’ve played in the Teen Room. GSL 135: Reviews with Chris and Donald Donald Dennis, Kathleen Mercury, Chris Bell Download Games Reviewed Quacks of Quedlinburg Good Critters Kodama Unlock - Expedition...
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GSL 134: Luke Laurie
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 134 Kathleen Mercury is joined by Luke Laurie, Designer of Manhattan Project: Energy Empire and Dwellings of Eldervale to talk about using gamification techniques for classroom management and engagement, a little thing called being an Einstein Fellow, and...
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GSL 21: Game Etiquette (REBROADCAST)
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 21 Giles and Don discuss Game Etiquette, from problems faced to some of the solutions that have worked, as well as the niceties of play. Topics include rules disputes, social conflict resolution, being a good sport, the responsibilities of players and…
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GSL 133: Green Ronin and Games Workshop
Games in Schools and Libraries episode 133 takes us back to ALA 2019 Summer Annual. Donald talks with Hal Mangold from Green Ronin Games, and then Stephanie joins him to talk about the Warhammer Alliance. GSL 133: Green Ronin and Games Workshop Donald Dennis, Stephanie Frey, Hal Mangold, Travis...
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GSL 132: HABA USA at ALA 2019
In this ALA 2019 edition of Games in Schools and Libraries Tiffany Caires of HABA USA joins us to talk about HABA in schools and libraries! GSL 132: HABA USA at ALA 2019 Donald Dennis, Tiffany Caires Download Tiffany Caires @TheOneTAR @HABA_usa https://www.habausa.com/ Games in Schools and...
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GSL 131: What Games Can Do for Teens
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 131 Donald and Kathleen are joined by Sen-Foong Lim to talk about the impact of games on teens. GSL 131: What Games Can Do for Teens Donald Dennis, Kathleen Mercury, Sen-Foong Lim Download Sen-Foong Lim @SenFoongLim https://www.rolltoplaynetwork.com/...
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GSL 130: ALA 2019 with Donald and Stephanie
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 130 Donald and Stephanie talk about their experience at the ALA 2019 Summer annual. GSL 130: ALA 2019 with Donald and Stephanie Donald Dennis, Stephanie Frey Things they talked about Think Fun Cat Crimes Balance Beans Invasion of the Cow Snatchers Games...
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GSL 20: Math Games (REBROADCAST)
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 20 Giles and Don discuss games and math. How games can be used to support learning in math classes, whether as quick tasks to build fluency or as a vehicle to introduce a concept and more. GSL 20: Math Games Giles Pritchard & Donald Dennis This episode…
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GSL 129: ALA Summer 2019 Preview
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 129 Brian Mayer, Genesee Valley BOCES Library Technology Specialist, shares a bit about all of the interesting Games and Gaming activities you can experience at the 2019 ALA Summer Annual in DC. Learn about the Gaming Grove, the Gaming Lounge, ALA Play…
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GSL 128: ShushCon19 Game Reviews
In Games in Schools and Libraries 128 Donald and Chris review games that were donated for ShushCon 2019. Donald will be at ALA Summer Annual in DC. Let us know via email or social media if you’ll be there and would like to either play a game or record a segment for the show. GSL 128: ShushCon19...
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GSL 127: An Amazing Story of How Kids Went from Playing RPGs to Designing One
Cameron Hays taught his students what RPGs are, and they loved them so much, they began to make their own in a completely self-driven way. From creating their own Google Classroom to assign each other responsibilities to playing and playtesting, hear how Cameron's students are creating an RPG…
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