Library middle school

Mrs. ReaderPants: First Days of School in a New-To-You Library

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

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…

Getting tweens into the library to do library activities and explore books takes some creative thinking. Activities that are interactive, fun, challenging, and hands-on are the best way to get started. We need curiosity and mystery in library activities that will keep them on the edge of their seats for more.

Effective school library administration means having good organization and documentation skills, both physical and virtual. Here's how this School Librarian organizes--and documents--my physical and virtual workspaces. | No Sweat Library

Having a library in your middle or high school classroom or homeschool is an awesome resource for the students, but it can be a nightmare to manage for you! I’ve done my homework, and researched several different ways to manage your classroom library. There are a variety of options compared below- take a look to see what’s right for you! #classroomlibrary #read #ELA #iTeachtoo #TheLittlestTeacher

School Librarians can curate high-quality websites for teachers, or save time and use DeweyLinks, carefully chosen websites that align with and enrich middle school curricula. | No Sweat Library

The Monthly Library Challenge is a fun way for School Librarians to make their libraries even better! The Challenges started in 2019, and they have changed a lot over the past few years. It started as a monthly challenge in a guided Facebook group, but now, it is a self-paced challenge with support in the Facebook group.

Why branding your school library matters and what it can do for your library program.

A lot of imagination, a little elbow grease, and the right tools can yield dramatic results like these.