Ideas

Need some ideas? Inspiration? These are all tried-and-true activities I’ve done in my libraries over my career. I’ve worked at all grade levels, both in Texas and in China, so you’ll find a wide variety here!

Need ideas for Shark Storytime in your library? Look no further! I've got 11 ideas for you right here!

This shark-obsessed librarian is excited to share some shark storytime activity ideas with you today! I originally wanted to share these ideas before Shark Week, which is usually in late-July

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Hook New Readers with First Chapter Fridays

A couple of days ago, a reader emailed me to ask for suggestions for First Chapter Fridays. This is where librarians or teachers read-aloud the first chapter of a book

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This is a list of September 11 books for K-12 school libraries. Includes free downloadable slideshow of book titles.

Looking for some September 11 Books for your K-12 classroom or library? Books about this event are still growing in number, so I update this list annually to ensure it’s

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What are tall tales? Learn about the characteristic of tall tales and why you should read them to elementary students.

Many schools list tall tales as part of the folklore curriculum for elementary grades. But what are tall tales, exactly? The main thing to remember about tall tales is exaggeration.

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How to host a school-wide haiku writing contest in the school library

I have mentioned (once or twice!) how much I love teaching poetry! I love it at all grade levels, both as a classroom teacher and in the library. Along with

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Starting a Reading Bingo program in your middle school? Check out these 5 tips from a middle school librarian who has done it!

For librarians and elementary schools, Reading Bingo isn’t a new idea. I’ve seen countless printable Reading Bingo cards online, both free and for sale. When I was at the elementary

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Library Challenge #2 is all about Hosting a Book-A-Thon Fundraiser for the library.

Who needs more money for the library? We do! We do! Book-A-Thon fundraisers are a great way to celebrate World Book Day, Book Week, Literacy Month, author birthdays, Read Across

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Today’s idea won’t be anything new for most of you. Blind Date with a Book has been around for quite a few years, and you can find loads of ideas

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This post describes one school-wide reading challenge I tried. It includes links to other school-wide reading challenges I've done in previous years.

New Year’s Resolutions? No way! New Year’s Reading Goals? YES! I gave up on New Year’s Resolutions many years ago. Like most people I know, I rarely stick with any

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Our school is on a six-day rotating schedule. Every day–1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6–is a different schedule. On Day 4, I have been doing a “Day 4 Kahoot”

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“Every night I lie in bed The brightest colors fill my head A million dreams are keeping me awake” —The Greatest Showman, “A Million Dreams” It’s 2:23 am, and I

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This article explains how to use current events in the classroom or library. Some great lesson ideas and links here!

How do you use current events in the classroom or library? I’ve got some great ideas for you today! Please note that I originally wrote this post on December 10,

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What's my favorite back to school library activity? This Library Orientation Scavenger Hunt is my go-to activity for the first day of Library.

Looking for a fun and easy Back to School library activity? This one is my favorite! This Library Orientation Scavenger Hunt allows students to independently explore the library while locating

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This post about Digital Library Bulletin Boards was originally published in 2015. Back then, I called them “Scrolling PowerPoints.” I now call them Digital Bulletin Boards, and they are now

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This is a collection of fun ideas for middle school library orientation. Even if you don't use the ideas, the videos are a lot of fun to watch!

Ahh, the first day of school! Call me crazy, but I’ve always loved it! I will see my first middle school library orientation classes this Wednesday. We have a book

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