Day 6: Prepare a “First-Day Favorites” Cart The first week of school is different from every other week of the year. Students are learning new routines, meeting new teachers, finding classrooms, making friends, and wondering what this school year will bring. Some are excited. Some are nervous. Some can’t wait to check out books. Others… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 6
One of the easiest ways to make storytime more memorable is by adding a stuffed version of a favorite book character. Children immediately connect with familiar characters, and simply placing a plush beside the book often creates excitement before you’ve even begun reading. They also make wonderful display pieces, reading buddies, prizes for reading programs,… More Book Character Stuffed Animals Every School Library Needs
Day 5: Write a Welcome Message Imagine you’re a student walking into the library on the first day of school. Now imagine the first thing you see is a handwritten message that says: “Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here!” Those six words may only take a minute to write, but they have the power to… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 5
Day 4: Fill One Shelf with “Can’t Keep These on the Shelf” Books Every school library has them. Those books are your library’s greatest ambassadors. Today’s Quick Win is simple: gather those favorites together and let them shine. Instead of waiting for students to discover them hidden among hundreds of other books, put them front… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 4
Library Lady’s K-12 Edition is a mostly weekly newsletter for K-12 school librarians. Today’s topic is — Back to School Library Lady’s K-12 Edition will only be published every other week during the summer. We will be back to our regular schedule in mid-August. Links in this post may be affiliate links. Purchases made using… More Library Lady’s K-12 Edition – Back-to-School
Looking for some Bulletin Board Ideas? Here are some ways to promote National Inventors Month. Links in this post may be affiliate links. Purchases made using these links will not cost you more, but may pay me an affiliate fee. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program… More 10 Creative Bulletin Board Ideas for National Inventors Month
Looking to add to your collection? Here is a list of Picture Books About Inventors and Inventions Links in this post may be affiliate links. Purchases made using these links will not cost you more, but may pay me an affiliate fee. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate… More Picture Books About Inventors and Inventions
Day 3: Check Every Piece of Technology Before Students Arrive Few things can derail an exciting first library lesson faster than technology that refuses to cooperate. While we can’t prevent every technology hiccup, we can eliminate many of the most common problems before students ever walk through the door. Today’s Quick Win is all about… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 3
Looking to add to your collection? Here is a list of Books for Heading Back to School Links in this post may be affiliate links. Purchases made using these links will not cost you more, but may pay me an affiliate fee. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate… More Picture Books for Heading Back to School
Everything You Need to Start the School Year with Confidence The beginning of a new school year is full of possibility. It’s also full of to-do lists. School librarians wear many hats during those first few weeks. You’re setting up the library, welcoming students, supporting teachers, troubleshooting technology, creating displays, planning lessons, and somehow finding… More The Ultimate Back-to-School School Library Guide