Elementary librarian

I know elementary librarians whose library programs thrive on the Specials Rotation. I am unfortunately not one of them. I was on the rotation only in my fifth year in the library, and it was enough to make me apply at the middle school for the next school year. Here's why it went so bad for me... #elementarylibrarians #specialsrotation #schoollibraries #librariantruths

Our job as teachers is to turn our students into avid readers. On this post, I will share the tips and strategies I use to get my students excited to read.

Are you looking for fun school library ideas? Are you an elementary school librarian or media specialist? Check out this blog post full of ways to add fun and connection to your elementary school library with inexpensive stickers! #LibraryLearners

Years ago, as a brand new librarian, I attended a librarian round table discussion. Each librarian was asked to share something that they had found success with in their own library. A very experienced librarian, who retired that very year, shared that she had her students earn library licenses. I fell in LOVE with the […]

Don't let a short schedule keep you from providing engaging library programming. These 30-minute library lessons are perfect for librarians!

Many commonly taught teaching strategies mignt not work for librarians. Here are my tips and strategies for librarian classroom management.

Plan engaging library lessons for your K-2 classes by creating a routine, adding variety, including music and movement, and have fun!

FREE Elementary library curriculum map or scope and sequence for school librarians grades K-5. Download by clicking the link below!

Can genrefying the school library improve student engagement? Find out what happened when elementary librarian Tara Ethridge made the switch.

I’m Wendy, aka “Elementary Library Mama” and I’m so glad you stopped by! I live in the Midwest and have been a certified elementary librarian for 20+ years. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and a Master of Arts in Library Information Science. Prior to becoming a librarian, I taught second and […]