Here are 7 ways to celebrate libraries and reading this week and the whole year round!!!
STORYTELLING SUNDAY
Kick off Library Week by brushing up on your storytelling skills. Click here to visit our list of storytelling links and resources.
MANGA MONDAY
Feeling left behind in the graphic novel craze? Click here to learn the difference between graphic novels and manga and find out how to start a graphic novel collection for less that 300$!
TEEN TUESDAY
Looking for creative programming for teens and young adults? Check out our teen programming resource page!
WRITE A POEM WEDNESDAY
Did you know that April is National Poetry Week? Make poetry interesting by having students pick a book from the library, turn to page 46, use the first sentence on the page to start a poem, and share their poems with each other. You might be surprised at the results you get!
THURSDAY
Many libraries, especially school libraries, are only open during the day. However, opening the library for just one evening a month can be a great way to get families and other community members involved in the library. One great way to encourage community involvement is to hold an open-mic night. Invite students, their families, and other community members to tell stories, play music, tell jokes, dance, or share any other talents.
FILM FRIDAY
Film can be a great means of self-expression for children and young adults. Visit our film resources page to learn how to get started with film with few or little resources.
SCARY SATURDAY
Who said scary stories are just for Halloween? Whether you are looking for websites where kids can read scary stories online, trying to refresh your library's collection of scary stories, or wanting to incorporate scary stories into lesson plans and programming, check out scary story websites and books on our scary story resource page.
The American Library Association website has more information about Library Week and how to celebrate.
