Reading has been shown to increase academic knowledge and improve student performance across all content areas, specifically in comprehension and vocabulary skills. Outside of academic performance and growth, students who have access to books develop a more positive outlook on reading and learning. Other positive effects include improved concentration, memory, and sleep. For these reasons […]
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When Designing a Modern School Library, Here Are Some Ideas to Inspire You
School systems nationwide are transforming their library media centers to support 21st century learning more effectively. The modern school library is a dynamic learning hub where students are creating, collaborating, and learning essential 21st century skills. As you’re creating your own school library of the future, here are some ideas from other schools to […]
Four Questions to Ask When Designing a Modern School Library
Designing a modern school library that meets 21st century learning goals begins with understanding the new roles that your media specialist will play —as well as how your library will be used. Once you’ve taken these steps, it’s time to think about the design of the physical space—including what school library furniture you’ll use—in […]
What Should a Modern School Library Look Like? That Depends on How You’ll Use It
The school library of today is an agile, dynamic space capable of supporting a wide range of 21st century learning activities. No longer a place that’s dominated by shelves of books, where students go for quiet study, the modern school library is becoming an active learning commons where students and teachers gather to research, […]
Including More Neurodiversity in Your Classroom Library
Neurodiversity is defined as the idea that neurological differences between people (like autism and ADHD) are the result of normal, natural variations in human genetics. This new way of looking at differences may help students to embrace and better understand their peers. One place where you might consider including some support for neurodiversity is […]
Must-Haves for a Social Emotional Learning Classroom Library
If you’re looking to add some tools and books to your elementary classroom library, consider including items and reading materials to help your students develop social emotional learning (SEL) skills. These classroom library books and tools give students options to consider and learn more about important SEL skills and how to apply them. Social […]
Creating an Effective Classroom Library for Back to School
As a necessary component of instructional space, classroom libraries are often the center of education. When created with purpose, classroom libraries can support every aspect of literacy instruction, including independent and partner reading, whole group instruction, guided reading, and differentiation. A well-stocked, high-quality library will generate interest and motivation for reading, support differentiated instruction through […]
Attention Library Lovers! Library Facts, Tips & Tricks
In celebration of Library Lovers’ Month, we’ve rounded up some library facts and useful tips and tricks that you’re sure to find interesting. 4 Quotable Facts about America’s Libraries There are more public libraries than Starbucks in the U.S. – a total of 17,566 including branches. Nearly 100% of public libraries provide Wi-Fi and […]
Growing your Classroom Library on a Budget
You’ve put a lot of work into creating happy readers – so don’t run out of materials for them to use. Setting up and growing your classroom library is easier than you think; each of the following ideas will keep a steady stream of books trickling into your classroom. Ask your Class Parents The parents […]
Pro Tips for Organizing Your Classroom Library
What teacher doesn’t love books? The trouble with being a confirmed bibliophile is usually one of space: Just where are you going to put them all? We have a few ideas. Why not celebrate School Library Month by taking stock of all your great classroom books and getting them organized? With the right materials, you […]
Modern Library Transformation – Technology, Collaboration, and Flexibility
Libraries themselves are undergoing transformative changes. With a much greater focus on technology integration, new media, and 21st Century Learning themes such as collaboration, the traditional concept of what a library can be is evolving. These advancements are fundamentally changing the library landscape in American schools. School Specialty, a leading distributor of supplies, furniture, […]
Library and Reading Corners: Decorating the Classroom
March may be National Reading Month, but April is National Library month and you can use that month as a way of further encouraging your students to read. One of the easiest ways to get students to voluntarily read more is to create a reading corner and library in your classroom. Students will often […]
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