Elementary Library Newsletter for February Well... January 2023 sure didn't stick around very long, huh? How can it already be time to start thinking about February?? Oh well... help is on the way! I want to make sure that all of you know about an elementary library newsletter for February. Leigh Collazo (MrsReaderPants) started it last month, and I'm one of the contributors -- along with: -- Laura Trapp (The Trapped Librarian) -- Collette J (Mrs. J in the Library) and -- Cari White (Library Learners). Each month in our elementary library newsletter, you'll find awesome library lesson ideas, freebies, book recommendations, library management tips, and so on. Each of us knows that being a school librarian is a real solo act sometimes, but hopefully, our joint effort will help YOU feel like you have a TEAM behind you -- cheering you on! My contributions this month include a blurb about my GroundHUG's Day and Shadows resource from TpT. (If you love library centers -- AND if ... Keep Reading...
Book-Themed, Library Conversation Hearts
This set of book-themed, library conversation hearts was inspired by a childhood memory. My sisters and I loved those little boxes of "Sweethearts" candies when we were kids. I remember sitting on the curb with them, peeking through the cellophane window. Then, taking turns digging candies out one by one, and reading the messages, before letting them melt away in our mouths. Such a sweet memory! I have one spot in my library that needs something tall. So, I decided to make a valentine tree. First, I came up with 36 book-themed, library conversation heart sentiments. Then, I repurposed some sparkly branches that came from the floral department at Walmart... and also found a bright blue vase to serve as the base. Next, I tucked in a few sprigs of "early spring" silk flowers to add a little hint of spring! I printed the library conversation hearts onto white cardstock. Then, one of my precious library volunteers trimmed the hearts for me. She glued them onto some scrapbooking ... Keep Reading...
Winter Bookmarks Sampler
Here's another FREEBIE for you -- a cute set of four winter bookmarks to get the New Year off the ground! This sampler pack shares four freebies to print in black and white! You can find it in my TpT store by clicking THIS LINK! #1 features a snowman who says, "You Stopped Reading Right Here!" #2 shows a bear wrapped up in a quilt. It reads, "Snuggle Up with a Good Book," of course! #3 pictures a group of animal friends stacked on a sled from biggest to smallest. The quote suggests that "A Big Part of Life is Finding Your Balance." #4 displays a group of sea creatures and affirms, "We "SEA" where you stopped reading!" I hope your students enjoy these freebie bookmarks! Need even MORE to get through the frosty months? See my BIG collection of 30 winter bookmarks... which is a resource to purchase. It includes a "Happy New Year" version -- good from 2023 to 2030! Click the link below... WINTER BOOKMARK COLLECTION ... Keep Reading...
Library Cheer Chains for Behavior Management
Is Behavior Management an Issue? I have something for you to try. Hopefully, it will help! I'm offering you a FREEBIE email list bonus. It's a subset of four "Library Cheer Chain Charms" and matching teaching slides. This fall-themed subset is not available on TpT... and it will only be posted here through October 2022. Be sure to download your copy before it goes "poof" and disappears! Help Them Hit the Target! A former principal used to remind us quite often that"It's much easier to hit a target if you know what you're aiming at." Of course, that's obvious, but it also stuck with me as a young teacher trying to figure out my classroom management style. Several years ago, "describing the target and aiming for it" became the basis of my Library Cheer Chains system. Most of us want our young students to: "use good library manners" "behave properly" in the library "use the library independently" "grow reading stamina" and so on. So, we're going ... Keep Reading...
Four Back to School Library Lessons
Four Back to School Library Lessons 1) LIBRARY LESSON for PreK-2nd grade Woody Bookworm Takes Care of Books is an original, book care story – in PowerPoint format with illustrations -- so you can project it like an e-book. It tells the story of Woody Bookworm, who is super excited about visiting his school library and checking out free books. When he realizes that his friends don't know the librarian's book care rules yet, Woody scoots in to try and keep his buddies out of trouble! As a bonus, this story includes two sorting activities (one for littles and the other one for older students) as well as stick puppets for retelling. https://bit.ly/3C5pTs5 2) LIBRARY GAME for 1st-4th grade After reading Woody Bookworm -- or another old favorite, What Happened to Marion’s Book? -- this bingo/tic-tac-toe game will be the perfect follow-up! (HINT: Reuse it! The game provides great reminders for that first library lesson right after winter break.) Have students use bingo ... Keep Reading...
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