Christmas library activities

Looking for the perfect December read aloud? Head to the blog for the list of 12 must read picture books that your 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will love. Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa titles are included to help students learn about different December holidays celebrated. Scoop up free activities to use with the books, too! Click the link to see more!

Who's ready to set up Christmas Library Centers? After Thanksgiving, our thoughts and decor turn to Christmas and other winter holidays. I've shared before

Keep learning fun and engaging with a library game in December! Learn how to play this Christmas Picture Book Trivia game with your students.

Your students will participate in a reader's theater and gather clues along the way! They'll have to use the clues and evidence to help them determine who the culprit is. This is a super fun and engaging activity for you to use in your classroom. You and your students will love solving the mystery!

Who's ready to set up Christmas Library Centers? After Thanksgiving, our thoughts and decor turn to Christmas and other winter holidays. I've shared before

You're going to love these Bright & Merry Christmas Printables for Kids - there's something for every age group, from games to cards!

Teach your elementary students library skills with these no prep worksheets and printables with a Christmas theme. Perfect to leave for a substitute. Can use with K-5 students in a school library media center. Includes library surveys for end of year reflection. Review nonfiction, fiction, Dewey Decimal System, genres, alphabetical order, ELA skills, dictionary skills, reference materials, parts of a book, book reports and reviews and much more. #stayingcoolinthelibrary

December library lessons that are low-prep, flexible and engaging are key to keeping your sanity during this busy holiday month!

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Do you need activities to help you get to Christmas break? Elementary Librarian has got you covered! Check out these FREE activities! Looking for detailed Christmas lesson plans with AASL and Common Core standards? Check out the Elementary Librarian Community! My Favorite Christmas Read Alouds My Favorite Tradition - Kindergarten Christmas Tradition Sheet - 1st