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.

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Find a FREE READING BINGO PRINTABLE FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL! Summer or winter break challenge in school or public library activity.

Engaging ideas for teaching literary genres with literature units in middle and high school ELA. Explore some activities you can try today!

Randi Sonenshine, children’s book author of The Nest That Wren Built and middle school literacy specialist, shares ways to keep communication going in book clubs using fun...

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Word Games for Middle Schoolers ages 10-15

A library scavenger hunt is a great way to assess library skills. They let students practice skills they learn about finding resources in the library.