Category: Library Lessons and Activities
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School Book Swap for Fun and Function
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Once spring break passes and summer is looming on the horizon, it gets a little harder to rein in my elementary students. It can be helpful to incorporate some new lessons and activities to keep students engaged and busy, once summer fever hits. Book Swap This year I am trying…
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Empowering Upstanders: Free Lesson Plan to Interrupt Bullying
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As educators, we understand the profound impact that bullying and unkind behavior can have on our students. That’s why it’s crucial to not only teach and model appropriate behaviors but also to empower our students to become active participants in creating a supportive and inclusive school environment. In my fifth-grade…
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Celebrating Women’s History with Children’s Books And Research – Free Download
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March is a special time in the library world, a time synonymous with honoring and celebrating Women’s History. As educators, we have the unique opportunity to inspire and empower students by sharing the stories of influential women who have left an indelible mark on our world. Luckily, there’s an array…
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March Madness Tournament of Books: A Library Competition
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What if you could combine a love of reading with the thrill of competition? Welcome to the March Madness Tournament of Books – an event that has become a highlight for students in my district. The Inception: Several years ago, after seeing the idea online, I introduced the March Madness…
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Research the Decades and Elevate Engagement with No Prep Templates
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Let’s Time Travel As an educator, I enjoy cultivating a love for learning and fostering curiosity in my students. One of my favorite lessons each year is when I conduct a student-favorite research project with my fifth grade classes. This week, we embark on a thrilling journey back in time,…
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Embracing the Winter Magic: A Free Snowy Day Library Lesson
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A Library Classic Step into the enchanting world of The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats, a timeless classic that has been capturing the hearts of elementary school students for generations. As winter rolls around, it’s the perfect time to dive into this beloved children’s book and embark on a…
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Navigating the New Semester: Social Emotional Learning Stories and Printables for Early Elementary Students
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As we are all returning for the new semester, it’s the perfect time to hit the reset button and refocus our young learners on the school routine. I always find it beneficial to take those first few days back from break to reestablish our library procedures. Being very clear on…