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Nuts & Bolts

Nuts & Bolts. For New Elementary Teacher-Librarians. Where to begin? Which way to go?. Some key areas to consider: Set-up Procedures Facilities Aligning with Your School Plan Creating the Buzz Professional Development. The Game of Setting Up. X. O. X. Facilities:.

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Nuts & Bolts

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  1. Nuts & Bolts For New Elementary Teacher-Librarians

  2. Where to begin?Which way to go? Some key areas to consider: • Set-up Procedures • Facilities • Aligning with Your School Plan • Creating the Buzz • Professional Development

  3. The Game of Setting Up X O X

  4. Facilities: Some key points to be aware of… • Accessibility • Sightlines • Defined areas • Hazards

  5. Accessibility: Equitable access for all Facilities • Consider the height of shelving. Most are adjustable.You can use the upper most shelves for display purposes and contain your collection to the lower shelves. • General rule of thumb: the younger the students the lower the shelves • When placing bookcases or other furniture leave 3-4 ft for aisles. This will aid in traffic flow and give students/staff in wheelchairs or walkers clear access.

  6. Sightlines Facilities • For safety and accountability you must be able to see all parts of your library at all times. • Consider: convex mirrors, lower bookcases, reconfiguring your furniture, spinners with Plexiglas sides, removing clutter, location of circ desk and reading chair…

  7. Defined Areas Facilities • Create distinct areas with specific uses in mind • Reading for pleasure • Large space for whole class groupings • Tables • Computers

  8. Hazards Facilities • Be aware of Health and Safety requirements • Fire hazards • Computer cords • Plants • Inappropriate furniture

  9. Aligning with Your School Plan • Know your: • School Improvement Plan • Literacy Needs • Equity Initiatives • ESL Needs • Social Initiatives • Curricular Foci

  10. Drama Contests Breakfast/ Teas Family Nights Extended Hours Trivia School-wide Reading Book Fairs Book Clubs Announcements Author Visits Highlights for staff meetings Newsletter Creating the Buzz:Make your Library a Happening Place!

  11. Professional Development • Prepare: • Annual Report • Long Range Plans • Budget • Gap Analysis/Collection Development

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