Library centers

Don't let a fixed library schedule or limited class time stop you! You *can* implement makerspace centers in 40 minute library classes | Mrs. J in the Library #MrsJintheLibrary #makerspace #maker #makerED #librarycenters #elementary #library #STEM #STEAM

Looking for elementary library centers? Need some great, FREE library centers ideas? Click to see LOTS of blog posts about library centers I've taught with in my elementary school library. #LibraryLearners

Looking to implement library centers in your school library? Discover library center ideas and tips from a certified school librarian.

These library activities for kids help kids make the most of the time they have in the library!

Here are some fun library activities to make check out time run smoothly

Today let’s talk about how and why I started a low-tech makerspace at our high school library! When I started at this library 5 years ago it was completely different than it is now. Circulati…

It has been such a busy year that I haven't had a chance to change my centers much, but a few weekends ago I got busy and finished up a couple of new centers that I have been trying to put together since the beginning of the year. I only put them out every other week because I need the tables for 2nd-5th grade lessons every other week, so maybe it wasn't noticed as much as it might have been if I had permanent weekly centers. I was able to put out the new centers this week and the kids seem…

Set the stage for a fantastic school year with these fun, foundational, and differentiated September library lessons!

When I was in the classroom, I used a variety of centers with my students. Some worked well, some I kept having to tweak, and some just eventually died a natural death! After my first year in the library, I decided to try and introduce some centers in the library as well. After students... Read more

Find free games, printables, slideshows, and other resources to use in your library. Great for virtual learning and for library centers.

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Some school libraries are reinventing themselves as makerspaces, but this Ohio library took a slightly different approach and has seen incredible results. #CultofPedagogy

The Book Bug: Center Freebies

Truly, library school doesn't teach you about 95% of what you need to know as a school librarian. So, I've decided to dedicate a section of this blog to all the new librarians out there. Please know that the struggle is real. It isn't you; it's all of us. We've all been there, and we're here to help.

Grab these free November library center ideas and printables for your school library media center! Keep your students busy with gratitude and learning!

I know elementary librarians whose library programs thrive on the Specials Rotation. I am unfortunately not one of them. I was on the rotation only in my fifth year in the library, and it was enough to make me apply at the middle school for the next school year. Here's why it went so bad for me... #elementarylibrarians #specialsrotation #schoollibraries #librariantruths

Over 40 MORE free digital downloads for your school library / media center on Teachers Pay Teachers!

Year of Less, Week 4: Minimizing the Library!

Welcome them in and they'll never want to leave. #publishing #library #childlit