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April 23, 2021 by: Laura

4 Reasons to Love Online PD for School Librarians

Online PD for School Librarians

Are you tired of attending “one size fits all” professional development? I can’t count how many PD workshops I attended that were for my entire school, but didn’t help me learn and grow as a teacher librarian. That’s why I love online PD for school librarians, and I think you’re going to love it too! It’s always nice to be able to do some professional

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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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July 13, 2020 by: Laura

Back to School in the Library During Covid-19

Trapp Back to School in the Library During Covid-19

Educators across the country (and the world) are getting ready to go back to school. However, many of us still don’t know how to plan for a successful start to the school year. If we want to be successful in getting back to school in the library, it’s time to start planning. Even if your school or district has not yet released plans for the

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June 6, 2020 by: Laura

Harry Potter Week for Distance Learning

Harry Potter Week for Distance Learning Trapp

I’ve been trying to keep my elementary library lessons fun and engaging for my students while giving them choices during distance learning. You’ve read about Yoga Storytime and Star Wars Week already. We saved the best for last with our Harry Potter Week for distance learning. This post contains Amazon affiliate links for your convenience.  If you click on a link and make a purchase,

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🏈 It's time to seize the teachable moment and get 🏈 It's time to seize the teachable moment and get your 4th & 5th grade students excited about learning in the library! 
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✨ Start the new year with reading goals students a ✨ Start the new year with reading goals students actually care about! ✨
This New Year Reading Resolutions Bulletin Board gets kids talking about books, sharing favorites, and setting personal reading goals after winter break. Sticky notes, bookmarks, and book displays make this an easy, low-prep win for your library.

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Happy New Year, library friends! πŸ₯³ New year, new m Happy New Year, library friends! πŸ₯³
New year, new month, same library friends cheering you on. πŸ’œ
The January Library Helpers Newsletter is here with practical ideas, free downloads, and low-prep inspiration to help you kick off 2026 with confidence.

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Need a simple January center or reward activity? ❄ Need a simple January center or reward activity? ❄️ This Winter Bingo game is perfect for snowy fun in the library or classroom.

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Cold days are the perfect time to spread a little kindness. This You’ve Been Snowed winter staff morale booster makes it easy to lift spirits in January with a simple treat and note. A fun winter activity that helps build connection and smiles at school! β›„πŸ’™

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Need something quick for those last chaotic days b Need something quick for those last chaotic days before winter break? This Christmas Scavenger Hunt is your new go-to! Hide the cards, let kids search, and watch the excitement take over. Perfect for classroom parties, movement breaks, or a meaningful time-filler when plans change. πŸŽ„πŸ”Žβœ¨

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