Elementary librarian ideas

Many commonly taught teaching strategies mignt not work for librarians. Here are my tips and strategies for librarian classroom management.

Don't let a short schedule keep you from providing engaging library programming. These 30-minute library lessons are perfect for librarians!

Years ago, as a brand new librarian, I attended a librarian round table discussion. Each librarian was asked to share something that they had found success with in their own library. A very experienced librarian, who retired that very year, shared that she had her students earn library licenses. I fell in LOVE with the […]

Tired of seeing bored students during study hall? Looking for fresh ways to get them excited about visiting the library? In this post, I’ll share creative monthly challenges that I’ve used to transform my school library into a hub of activity and imagination. From turning a ghost into a famous book character in October to building epic summer reading stacks in June, these simple yet impactful ideas will inspire students to engage, create, and explore—all while keeping your library lively and…

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

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

Are you looking for fun school library ideas? Are you an elementary school librarian or media specialist? Check out this blog post full of ways to add fun and connection to your elementary school library with inexpensive stickers! #LibraryLearners

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…

Grab the ultimate school librarian survival kit and stay organized with this bundle of planning pages, lesson plans, substitute pages & more!