Modern homes are not just about living rooms, the kitchen, bedrooms, the dining space, or the bathrooms. While they do constitute the bare minimum,
You can make the overdue book return process fun! Get ready for some simple tips for collecting library books at the end of the year!
Next week marks the start of National Library Week!
We are passionate supporters of public libraries here at Pages Unbound. But there are still awesome services and programs I would love to see libraries provide! Here are ten cool ideas that would g…
Don't let a short schedule keep you from providing engaging library programming. These 30-minute library lessons are perfect for librarians!
Instagram tips for librarians--for school and public libraries. How to get the most out of your Instagram account within the library.
In my AASL Knowledge Quest post, I take a look at how to transform your library space, even if you have a tight budget. There's lots of tips and advice.
Being a brand new school librarian is both exciting and scary. All summer, you’ve planned for your new position, but today, you're feeling pretty lost.
A monthly library book display is a great way to bring awareness to different topics, seasons, and celebrations. Check out these ideas!
Tame the chaos of checkout time with these 5 practical and easy to implement tips.
In this post, I share what I learned from genrefying the fiction section of my library and offer tips and advice for organization your collection by genre.
Librarians: They're smarter than all of us.
Recently, I've been looking back through photos of my media center at Stewart Middle Magnet from the past five years. I'm working on a conference presentation for the Florida Association for Media in Education about transforming library spaces. As I look back over these photos, I'm struck by how the space slowly evolved over this
There are resources for kids' book tastings, but what about the grown people? Here's a how-to for hosting a book tasting for adults at a public library.
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
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Being a brand new school librarian is both exciting and scary. All summer, you’ve planned for your new position, but today, you're feeling pretty lost.
Haven't tried a book tasting with your students yet? This fun reading activity is an awesome way to introduce genres in your elementary classroom or library!
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How to manage centers in the library with ease! Tips and tricks on organization, transition periods and links to center ideas from a librarian herself.
How do you beautify a library? More likely than not, your books showcase your own personal style.Your home library should do the same thing. We’ve compiled a list of the basics that every home library needs – plus a few tips for giving your home library unique personal touches.
Struggle with making the library fun and engaging while keeping everyone on task? Try these 5 tips for school library classroom management.
School library advocacy is more important now than ever. Get tips for how to effectively advocate for your school library.
Like our homes, our libraries need tidying up as well. This post offers suggestions and advice for how you can tidy up your library and make it awesome.
In 2017, I wrote a blog post titled "12 (mostly cheap) Teacher Tricks that Work in an Elementary Library." What I did not realize when I wrote that post was the positive response it would receive. The goal was to share simple, but effective strategies that I have found helpful when working with students in
Whether your little one is a new reader or into their own chapter books, starting your own book club for kids is easy with these tips and tricks!
As adults, we often walk into a bookstore with a certain genre we are ready to peruse the aisles for in order to find our next read. Would your students be able to do the
Are you intimidated by the thought of weeding your Dewey Decimal books? I discovered that a substantially decreased collection dramatically increases circulation of what’s left. Here’s …
Never able to find your favorite books? Check out these simple tips on how to organize kindle books. Check out the best ways to declutter, organize, and create collections.
Free library games and resources, including printables, worksheets, and slideshow presentations designed to help kids build library skills.
Embark on a literary adventure with me as I share how to turn your reading routine into a dynamic experience through the magic of a book walk!
Organizing your home library can seem like a daunting task. Learn how to organize a home library in 5 easy steps.
How to collect books for a home library
Learn our top hacks and secrets for how to get to the top of your library holds list faster and beat others to it in the first place.
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Building a classroom library? These must have tips and ideas will help your upper elementary class library stay organized and effective.
More reasons to hide out in a library all day!
Research shows positive correlations between school library programs and student achievement.
The Monthly Library Challenge is a fun way for School Librarians to make their libraries even better! The Challenges started in 2019, and they have changed a lot over the past few years. It started as a monthly challenge in a guided Facebook group, but now, it is a self-paced challenge with support in the Facebook group.
A Book Tasting Event can give your students the opportunity to sample library books in a fun and festive environment!
If the Dewey Decimal Numbers on certain books make it hard for students to find them, it’s OK to change those numbers! Improve student access to books in your school library with these creati…
We need to rethink how we design our environments for students. The resources here will help you to use learning space design to transform your space.
Learn how to genrefy a library, or assign genres to books to help patrons find titles, with this step by step guide for beginners.
Instagram tips for librarians--for school and public libraries. How to get the most out of your Instagram account within the library.
Modern homes are not just about living rooms, the kitchen, bedrooms, the dining space, or the bathrooms. While they do constitute the bare minimum,
These professional development books for librarians are a great way to refresh and reset before the new school year!
