Elementary library ideas

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

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

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

Our job as teachers is to turn our students into avid readers. On this post, I will share the tips and strategies I use to get my students excited to read.

Over the last several years, I've done at lot of change up our library space at Stewart. Here's some of my tips to help you rethink your library.

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

These inspiring school libraries will motivate even the most reluctant readers! Get ideas for murals, displays, and more.

Download Elementary Librarian Lesson plan samples here. All resources included.

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

Looking for free library lesson plans for elementary? 4 free lessons, resources and MUCH MORE per grade level Kindergarten to 5th grade!

This teaching blog post describes how to teach genres in an elementary classroom. It is helpful for a reading teacher or classroom teacher in teaching the elements of genres such as nonfiction, fiction, mystery, fantasy, fables, informational text, and more. It includes genre activities, genre anchor charts, genre posters, genre classroom library labels, genre graphic organizers, independent reading ideas, genre reading centers for guided reading, and more!

Sometimes, library orienation can fell repetitive from year to year. Here, I list my favorite resources to use in your school libraries to start the year!

Plan engaging library lessons for your K-2 classes by creating a routine, adding variety, including music and movement, and have fun!

Next week marks the start of National Library Week!

Haven't tried a book tasting with your students yet? This fun reading activity is an awesome way to introduce genres in your elementary classroom or library!

Next week marks the start of National Library Week!

Ideas for keeping library books visible and pulled forward on library shelves so that they look more attractive and accessible for students or patrons.

How to to set up and prepare your elementary school library for back to school in just 5 days with these helpful tips and tricks.

Students love to guess then see what their teachers are reading!

Struggle with making the library fun and engaging while keeping everyone on task? Try these 5 tips for school library classroom management.