My year as an elementary Specials Rotation Librarian nearly ended my library career. I gave all I had, but it wasn't enough. Here's why...
In April, we celebrate National Library Week. It’s a week to stop and consider how important libraries are to our schools and communities. In this digital age, it may be hard to understand why libraries are still important. Kids don’t […]
Spokane, Washington officials announced that school librarians would be laid off at the end of the school year, following a troubling nationwide trend.
It can be difficult to find professional development for the school librarian. Learn about some new online on demand PD just for you!
Struggle with making the library fun and engaging while keeping everyone on task? Try these 5 tips for school library classroom management.
What principals know and think about school libraries we have learned largely from our own past experiences and school librarians. I have had the distinct honor and privilege to work with and learn from some amazing librarians over the course of my career. These innovative educators have shaped my belief in the indispensable value of robust school libraries. They also have transformed how I think about learning and how I make decisions as an instructional leader. Connecting School to the World Outside the Classroom The new National School Library Standards for Learners, School Librarians, and School Libraries were released by
Discover what makes our marketplace the best source for school library curriculum and librarian professional development.
Free library games and resources, including printables, worksheets, and slideshow presentations designed to help kids build library skills.
These professional development books for librarians are a great way to refresh and reset before the new school year!
These professional development books for librarians are a great way to refresh and reset before the new school year!
At the recent PA School Librarians Association (PSLA) Annual Conference, I read a worrisome tweet from a participant in a concurrent session.… Continue Reading Reading Aloud in School: An Endangered Practice?
It can be difficult to find professional development for the school librarian. Learn about some new online on demand PD just for you!
School Library Planners - Stay organized this school year with a planner made just for school librarians. There are over 300 pages. Many editable pages are included. Choose from 4 different themes.
School Librarians often struggle to create a cohesive library skills curriculum when subject area library visits are so unpredictable. Here’s a visual organizer that lets you take control of …
Access the free resource library for elementary school librarians. Includes reading logs, printables, posters, lesson plans and more.
Overdue library books are a perpetual problem for School Librarians, but we need a friendly, non-judgmental policy that maintains book circulation and student reading. Here are some typical excuses…
Read about 8 different ways school librarians can use Google Forms in the school library. Ideas include collaboration, reading interest surveys and feedback surveys.
Research shows positive correlations between school library programs and student achievement.
Many think that the job of a Librarian is boring and without money; that there is no scope for improvement and all you do is arrange and catalog books. W
Are you overwhelmed by all the “stuff” in a library and the “things” you have to do to serve teachers and students? You may need a Personal Management Strategy! Read on to see how I dev…
This downloadable product contains 12 pages of free library skills worksheets and printables that cover grades K-5.
Lots of people think children's librarians read all day and say "shhhh" to people. In reality, children's librarians do so much more.
School library advocacy is more important now than ever. Get tips for how to effectively advocate for your school library.
Welcome to your Media Center! Get ready for the best school year ever.
My first article was filled with tidbits to consider regarding the use of iPads, but now I can write about the fun part- the apps! For the last few years, I have been on the hunt for fun, useful, friendly, and most importantly, free, apps. There are thousands of applications to sift through, but with
So I know there has been a lot of press lately about Pinterest ... and here I am jumping on that bandwagon. But I've been using it for about a year now and I have to say that even though I know it's not perfect in terms of copyright (just pin to the original source as much as humanly possible, please!) and it can be a serious "time sucker" (give yourself 15 minutes a day) ... I like it! Helped me to find lots of cool ideas that I've used with the kiddos very successfully. (Original CorkBoard photo from Flickr user net-efekt) I'm sure I missed more than a few (is there a way to see who you repin the most besides the three listed on your profile page?) ... but here are some whose pins I find the most interesting/useful/flat out COOL that were not listed in the SLJ article. Isn't it funny ... have you seen that ecard that talks about how you feel like you could be friends with someone just because of their Pinterest boards? Only actually KNOW a couple of these people ... and yet feel a strange Internet-based kinship with some of them. Find a balance. If you follow ALL of someone's boards then you may be overwhelmed. If you choose to only follow a couple you might miss out when they start creating a new board. Pick and choose to find what works for you! Library ATBOT/The Book Bug/Sharing the Shelves Random House Kids Harper Children Reading Rockets Amy Bansak Laurie Leavitt Linda's Links Valerie Fort Ashley Kurth Kirsten Murphy Max Macias Regina Hartley: Hey Twitter friend! Book Butcher: not as active anymore but hopefully again soon. Another Twitter friend! Sara Romine: I know her in real life. So many great ideas and energy she shares! Sherry Phillipus: Just off a difficult year she passed with flying colors. Can't wait to see what she does this year! Cari Young: Centered School Library blogger. Know her, too! ME Tech Matt Gomez: I heard him present at a recent iPad mini-conference. He's a kindergarten teacher doing AMAZING things. Check out his Pinterest boards AND his website and Twitter feeds. Jessica Jackson Meacham: Lisa Johnson : of the TechChef4U app and AppyHour podcast. At least I think that's the name of it? Donna Baumbach Jennifer Jones: Also make sure to follow her blog Hello Literacy. Elizabeth Eastman Cyndi Danner-Kuhn Erin Klein General Coolness that Is Difficult to Categorize (both authors) Winston Breen Michael Scott This post has been updated for summer 2013. Find it HERE.
Help your elementary students find kids' chapter book series they will love with this Book Series Lists resource.
Book Review - A Splash of Red by Jen Bryant: Summary, review, and resources for educators, parents, teachers, and librarians.
School libraries work! Explore these research-based frameworks, recommendations, and support for school library programs at your child's school. School Libraries Work Our school librarian is amazing. When my daughter walks into the library, her eyes
Librarians & Audiobook Lovers, We are thrilled to welcome you to the new & improved PenguinRandomHouseLibrary.com—which is also the new home for Books on Tape & Listening Library and all things audio for your libraries! Penguin Random House Library Marketing is dedicated to serving you with this new one-stop destination where librarians can now discover
The library is a wonderful resource for any homeschool parent. Find out how you can homeschool using only your public library!
Based on my 30 years of library experience, here are tips for parents, teachers and librarians to deal with assigned summer reading.
This newsletter was designed originally for a librarian to use to share technology tips and specific subject matter resources available for mathematics, reading, SEL, ESL, technology, and library access tools. An editable example is provided along with a blank template that can be transformed into ...
Tips on how to hold a successful open house or back to school night in the elementary library. Includes a free powerpoint template!
The Library Adventure uses affiliate links, see our policies for more information. Talking with kids about what they read helps strengthen their communication skills and gives teachers, librarians, and parents an opportunity to assess reading comprehension. Here are 25 open-ended questions to get kids talking about books at the dinner table, in book groups, in […]
Year-round Printable Scavenger Hunts for Kids (and youthful adults). Seasonal downloads for both individual players and larger group scavenger hunt ideas.
Great for Back to School library planning! Do you struggle with overdue, late, or damaged library books? Use these printable library notices to keep your students and parents informed! Two different versions of four types of notices - one version with clip art and one without. Notices included are: Don't Forget, Overdue Book Notice, Damaged Book Notice, and Lost Book Notice. Print in color or grayscale on bright paper and keep a stack at your circulation desk so they will always be handy! Remember that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. I love that feedback! Please follow me and be notified when new products are uploaded. New products are always 50% off for the first 24 hours they are posted. It pays to follow me! As always, please contact me with any questions! Thank you so much, Christie Dalton @ My Pink Clipboard Check out my other library resources at https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/My-Pink-Clipboard
Discover the magic of "One School, One Book" - a heartwarming community reading journey! From picking the perfect book to fostering connections. Celebrate the power of stories that bring us together.
**Now comes with in an editable PowerPoint version!** Do you have students who are no longer able to check out books from your library because they have overdue books? Fill out this sheet and send it home to remind the parents of the missing book. I have found many families have paid for the book after receiving this gentle reminder, making it easier on the librarian. Included in this packet are two notes with different styles of clipart, as well as two different sizes: half sheet and full sheet. You can choose to open in an un-editable PDF and write in book titles and children names, or open in PowerPoint and edit any or all of the text. Visit my blog Teaching With Style for more ideas, lessons, freebies, and giveaways!
Access the free resource library for elementary school librarians. Includes reading logs, printables, posters, lesson plans and more.
Overdue Library Book Notice to send home for parents...
Is it book fair time? Check out these 30 Scholastic book fair tips from experienced school librarians!
The expertise of a School Librarian is like pieces of a puzzle that fit together to create a picture for student success: Experienced Teacher, Instructional Partner, Information Specialist, Program…
Assess student learning in the school library with exit tickets. Gather valuable feedback and data with these assessments for students in K-5.
