Books and Bright Ideas: Recent Episodes
Elizabeth Koon
Join me this week as I share details about a Mo Willems author study and project I do with kindergarten classes. Check out an example of the final product here: Knuffle Bunny at ACA.
Book reviews are a great way to work on summarizing a story and writing your opinion. Tune in to this week's episode to learn more about "Reading Rainbow" style book reviews with first graders. See the below for a template I use with students and a student example.
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Student Template
Student Example
Filling 40+ minutes with a kindergarten class in the library can be a difficult feat! Tune in this week to learn more about how I added "Brain Breaks" to our new, weekly routine.
This is part 2 of the scheduling episode. Join me as I share three important tips for running a successful flexible schedule in your library. Email me at booksandbrightideas@gmail.com with questions anytime.
Library scheduling is a hot topic these days. This week, I examine the different types of schedules we see and how mine has changed over the years. This is part 1/2 of a focus on library schedules.
Have you ever tried to do research in the library with the little ones? Tune in to this episode about "sticky note" research to learn more about one idea that has been a big hit in my library.
Student Example 1
Student Example 2
My name is Elizabeth and I am an elementary school media specialist. I cannot wait to connect with you and share ideas.