I am a K-12 librarian at Mesilla Valley Christian School. I have a masters degree in Children's Literature and hold a NM teaching certificate with a Library Media Endorsement.
Day 16: Simplify One Procedure Most school librarians have a routine they don’t even think about anymore. You’ve done it so many times that it feels automatic. But here’s something worth considering: Just because a procedure is familiar doesn’t mean it’s the simplest way to do it. Today’s Quick Win isn’t about making a big… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 16
Day 15: Hide a Few Fun Surprises One of the best parts of reading is discovering something unexpected. Why not bring a little of that same sense of discovery into your library? Today’s Quick Win is all about creating small moments of delight for your students. Sometimes the smallest gestures leave the biggest impressions. Why… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 15
Day 14: Create a Student Recommendation Board One of the best book recommendations a student can receive doesn’t come from a bestseller list. Or a book review. Or even the librarian. It comes from another student. Students love discovering what their classmates are reading, and they’re often willing to try a book simply because someone… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 14
Library Lady’s K-12 Edition is a mostly weekly newsletter for K-12 school librarians. Today’s topic is — INational Aviation Day Links in this post may be affiliate links. Purchases made using these links will not cost you more, but I may earn an affiliate fee. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates… More Library Lady’s K-12 Edition – National Aviation Day
Looking to add to your collection? Here is a list of Books About Aviation and Flight 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… More Soaring Stories: Picture Books About Aviation and Flight
Day 13: Prepare Three Questions You’ll Ask Students The first library visit of the year is full of opportunities. Those things are all important. But before students remember what you said, they’ll remember how you made them feel. One of the simplest ways to help students feel welcome is to ask a few thoughtful questions—and… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 13
Day 12: Send a Friendly Email to Teachers Day 12: Send a Friendly Email to Teachers The beginning of the school year is full of introductions. As the school librarian, this is also the perfect time to introduce—or reintroduce—yourself to the teachers you’ll be serving all year long. Today’s Quick Win is wonderfully simple. Take… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 12
Looking to add to your collection? Here is a list of Books About Virginia Dare and America’s First English Settlement 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… More Books About Virginia Dare and America’s First English Settlement
Day 11: Choose One New Book to Book Talk As school librarians, we love sharing books. We get excited about a new picture book that makes us laugh out loud. A middle grade novel we couldn’t put down. A fascinating nonfiction title that leaves us saying, “Did you know…?” That excitement is contagious. When students… More August in the Library: 21 Quick Wins – Day 11
Looking for some Bulletin Board Ideas? Here are some ways to promote National Aviation Day. 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 High-Flying Bulletin Board Ideas for National Aviation Day