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

Hi friends! Do you get overwhelmed by all of the library books that your students check in every day? Our guest blogger Amanda Maslonka shares her genius

Fixed schedule in your elementary library? You can still offer makerspace learning activities with makerspace centers as part of a library centers program.

Teach kids all about graphic novels with this Make Your Own Graphic Novels lesson plan for upper elementary students.

Why a Research Center in the Library? Many of our school libraries have become hubs of active learning. No longer is it just … Here a book! There a book! Everywhere a book! Libraries are now far more reflective of the very best tenets of education! Now it is more like … Here a book! […]

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

Library Curriculum - Elementary Librarian

The start of the new school year means another round of library centers after check out time! To talk about our library centers, we read Dan Santat's book The Adventures of Beekle the Unimaginary Friend. After the read aloud, we talked about using our imaginations when we read and how we might use our imaginations in other ways in the library, including during our library centers time. Centers at Dallas Center Elementary include some old favorites--like the computer center and the cash…

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