Fun Summer Library Activities
Back in the day, my mother used to take her nine kids to the public library in the summer. Why? Because it was air-conditioned when few places were! Oh, and to get free books (free was important when you had…
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Did You Know May Is Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month?
Did you know that May is Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month? There are many ways to celebrate in a fun, respectful way. First, be aware that there is a large range of Asian cultures, with different customs, languages, religions,…
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Celebrate Newbery Medal Books
Are you trying to get your upper elementary students to read more quality literature? Are they still stuck on Dog Man or My Weird School? Nothing against “popular literature” (if some popular titles can be called “literature”), but do you…
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Do You Teach about Caldecott Medal Books?
Are your students familiar with Caldecott Medal books? Every year, the American Library Association awards the Caldecott Medal to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. It is named for Randolph Caldecott, a famous 19th century…
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How to Have Fun Shelving Books in the Library
Do you want your students to have fun in the library? Have you ever thought about how to have fun shelving books? No? Okay, it might not exactly be fun to shelve books, but it’s certainly a necessity. Do you…
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Ladybug Love in the Library
If my three-year old niece sees a bug, she shrieks like a banshee and runs around like a maniac. I feel very much the same, so I hope I’m not a bad influence! Somehow, ladybugs inspire a different feeling. They…
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Six Fun Ways of Celebrating National Poetry Month
Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? Want to learn six fun ways of celebrating National Poetry Month? This is the time to showcase those great poetry books in your library or classroom! As a librarian, of course…
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Fun with Flags in the Library
Do you teach vexillology in your library? Are you sure? Maybe it’s time to revisit those library dictionary lessons? Vexillology is the scientific study of the history, symbolism and use of flags. My students LOVE flags! We not only have…
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Teaching Color Recognition to Kids
Did you know that color recognition is a key developmental step for children? I am quite amazed that my 2-year old niece can identify so many colors: red, blue, “lellow” [yellow], etc. She checks our understanding too as she holds…
