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March 26, 2021 by: Laura

Boom Cards in the School Library

Boom Cards in the School Library

Have you heard about Boom Cards? They are no-prep, digital, interactive task cards that are super easy to use! They are just the ticket to add some fun to the learning in your virtual or in-person library classes! Follow these tips to get started using Boom Cards in the school library. What are Boom Cards? Boom Cards are self-grading exercises that are gamified for students

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September 10, 2020 by: Laura

Empower Your Students with Library Catalog Skills

Library Catalog Skills to Empower Your Students

Every year I start out my library lessons with a review and some instruction on how my students can manage their library accounts.  With all of the changes this year is bringing to our circulation routines, library catalog instruction is more important now than ever.  Because of health and safety concerns from the Covid19 pandemic, some schools are not allowing students to browse for books,

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August 27, 2020 by: Laura

Quick DIY Bulletin Board for Online Teaching

DIY Bulletin Board for Online Teaching

Have you been busy making lesson plans for online learning? Are you searching for a colorful bulletin board background to make your video sessions more like school? I’ve got a printing trick for you that will save you some time and help you use a resource you probably already have! Let’s create a quick bulletin board background for online teaching! Choose Your Bulletin Board You

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April 27, 2020 by: Laura

Print to PDF for Distance Learning

Print to PDF Tech Tips

Learn how to use Print to PDF for distance learning. Extract student pages from a longer document to share while teaching and learning remotely.

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December 1, 2018 by: Laura

Hour of Code: Future Computer Scientists in the Making!

Hour of Code for Littles

Computer Science Education Week is the first week in December each year.  This is a time when students around the world participate in the Hour of Code.  I’ve been participating with my elementary library classes for several years now, but at first I was very reluctant to try it with my youngest classes.  My lack of understanding about coding led to me feeling afraid to

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August 25, 2018 by: Laura

Quick And Easy Green Screen Projects For Your Library

Green Screen technology (or Chroma Key as it is known in more “techy” circles), used to be so complicated! I first tried the available technology with my fourth grade students about 20+ years ago. This post contains affiliate links.  If you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. I remember setting up green bulletin board

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November can get kind of crazy! Make it easy on y November can get kind of crazy!  Make it easy on yourself by grabbing a stack of Thanksgiving books (or use some eBooks from Epic!) and these fun storytime activities. 

⭐️ You'll be ready for engaging library lessons for your K-2 classes with very little prep. 

🦃 Book Review pages 
🦃Turkey Scavenger Hunt 
🦃Thanksgiving BINGO 
🦃 and MORE!! 

⭐️ Fun for you and your students! >>>>> https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Thanksgiving-Library-Activities-Thanksgiving-Storytime-8763810?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=TL%20Thanksgiving%20Storytime%20FB
🍂 November can be a whirlwind - assemblies, short 🍂 November can be a whirlwind - assemblies, short weeks, special events… you name it!
Make life easier (and way more fun) with this new Thanksgiving Bundle that has something for everyone!

💜 For your littles: a ready-to-go storytime unit with songs, props, and a scavenger hunt
🧡 For your upper grades: a “Gobble Up a Good Book” bulletin board and fun bookmarks with jokes
💛 For your staff: a “You’ve Been Gobbled” morale booster to spread kindness and smiles

⭐️ All low-prep, flexible, and designed to keep learning happening during a hectic month.

Save over 20% when you grab the bundle, and get November handled!

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Thanksgiving-Activities-Bundle-for-November-Library-Lessons-with-Bulletin-Board-14806970?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=TL%20Thanksgiving%20Bundle
⭐ It's a good idea to have plenty of picture books ⭐ It's a good idea to have plenty of picture books on hand to read aloud this month. Get ideas for 15 great Thanksgiving books over on the Trapped Librarian blog! 
🦃 >>>>> https://trappedlibrarian.org/2024/10/25/thanksgiving-picture-books/

#kidsbooks #kidsbooks #elementarylibrary #elementarylibrarian #iteachfirst #iteachk #iteachsecond #schoollibrarians #librarymediaspecialist #thetrappedlibrarian
🍂 Did you grab your freebies from the November Lib 🍂 Did you grab your freebies from the November Library Helpers newsletter yet?
We’ve packed this issue with seasonal fun to help you save time and spark excitement in your library!

🎯 Inside you'll find:
• A Thanksgiving BINGO game that’s easy to prep and play
• A Book Character Parade Planner to simplify your event
• A low-prep bulletin board kit your students will love

These goodies are ready and waiting for you—don’t miss out!

>>>>> https://trappedlibrarian.org/elementary-library-newsletter/

#libraryhelpersnewsletter #elementarylibrary #teacherlibrarian #librarymediaspecialist #elementarylibrarian #schoollibrary #schoollibrarian #librariansofig #schoollibrarians #thetrappedlibrarian
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿? 🦃 (scrol 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿? 🦃 
(scroll down for the answer....)

Add some Thanksgiving chuckles to your elementary classroom or library!
🧡 12 Thanksgiving Jokes
🤎 8 Thanksgiving Greetings
💛 Black & White and Color options 

➡️ Perfect as a special Thanksgiving gift from the library OR fun in a coloring center!!

⭐️ Kids love reading them out loud to one another!!! 😄😆

➡️ ➡️ (“𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲, 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲!”)

Grab them here >>> https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Thanksgiving-Library-Bookmarks-Thanksgiving-Bookmarks-8695960?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=TL%20Thanksgiving%20Bookmarks%20FB

#elementarylibrary #elementarylibrarian #schoollibrary #schoollibrarian #librarymediaspecialist #thetrappedlibrarian #teacherlibrarian #schoollibraries #librariansofinstagram
#tpt #elementarylibrarians #librarylessonideas #novemberlibrary
🦃 Let's GOBBLE UP A GOOD BOOK!! 🧡 Elementary libr 🦃 Let's GOBBLE UP A GOOD BOOK!! 
🧡 Elementary librarians and classroom teachers love this interactive bulletin board! (Swipe to see what they have to say!)

⭐️ November is the perfect time to celebrate books and build a culture of reading in your school!

Take a closer look! >>>>>>>
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Thanksgiving-Bulletin-Board-Library-Bulletin-Board-6218922?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=TL%20Thanksgiving%20Bulletin%20Board%20FB

#thanksgivingdecor #kidsbooks #elementarylibrary #iteachsecond #iteachkindergarten #iteachfirst #elementarylibrarian #schoollibrary #schoollibrarian #thetrappedlibrarian
🦃 It’s easy and fun to spread gratitude and kindne 🦃 It’s easy and fun to spread gratitude and kindness throughout your school staff with this You’ve Been Gobbled kit! 🍁
Start a new Thanksgiving tradition that boosts staff morale and brings smiles to every hallway. Just print, add a treat, and pass it on! ✨

📎 Grab your printable kit here ➡️ https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Youve-Been-Gobbled-Thanksgiving-Staff-Morale-Booster-for-Teachers-School-Staff-14616712?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=TL%20Gobble%20Staff%20Morale%20Booster

#moralebooster #gratitude #GratitudeSeason #kindnessmatters #kindness #thetrappedlibrarian #elementaryschool #elementaryschoolteacher #elementaryschoolcounselor #elementaryschoollife
🧡 Planning your November library lessons just got 🧡 Planning your November library lessons just got a lot easier! ⁣ Get ideas for an interactive bulletin board, November read-alouds, a fun library skills game and more!
⁣
Head on over to the blog for loads of great ideas for the month!⁣
⁣Click here https://trappedlibrarian.org/2021/11/10/november-library-lessons-2/
🧡 The November Library Helpers Newsletter is here! 🧡 The November Library Helpers Newsletter is here! 🧡

You'll find lots of fantastic library tips, freebies, and extras, along with some great book recommendations.  Don't miss the helpful ideas for ten of November's “special days" that can give your library activities a boost!

⭐️ I know you're going to find lots of ideas to make the month of November a great one for you at school and at home (I've shared a favorite fall soup recipe!)!

Click below to dive in for your monthly dose of library goodness (or follow the SmartBio link for The Library Helpers Newsletter!):

➡️ https://trappedlibrarian.org/elementary-library-newsletter/
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