We believe that primary school libraries should be a place of discovery, escape and imagination as well as a vital space where children can learn, explore reading for pleasure and improve their literacy.
With competing priorities and stretched resources, we also appreciate that it can be challenging to get the most out of any library provision you may have in your school. We have created a series of useful blogs especially tailored to support librarians, staff and volunteers who are working in a school library. Across the Library Lifeline blog series, which is written in association with the School Library Association, we answer as many library-related questions as possible.
Discover a range of topics to support, inspire and equip teachers, librarians and support staff in their bid to create welcoming and well-resourced libraries in their setting.
If you have a question of your own, email us worldofstories@literacytrust.org.uk and your question may be the focus of a future blog!
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Our school library is a well-stocked, welcoming space and though pupils read when they’re in there, but when asked if they are readers, pupils don’t seem to recognise that...Learn more about How do I help pupils see themselves as readers?.
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Explore how you can utilise your library to best support reading for pleasure in your school.Learn more about How to develop reading for pleasure in your school.
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If you're wondering whether or not to recruit and train Pupil Librarians for my school library, then read our blog and discover why Pupil Library Assistants, or Pupil...Learn more about The immense value of Pupil Librarians.
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A common challenge is how to engage reluctant readers. The ninth blog in our Library Lifeline, written in association with the School Library Association, aims to unpack...Learn more about How to harness your pupils' love of sport to encourage reading for pleasure.
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Are you wondering about creating a school library book club? The only important factor to bear in mind is that it should be fun!Learn more about Guide to help you start a school library book club.
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How to use your school library to support pupil wellbeing.Learn more about How can my school library support pupil wellbeing?.
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Graphic novels can hook the most reluctant readers, but if where to start with building your school's collection?Learn more about How to build your school's graphic novel library.
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If you have been considering partnering with your public library to arrange classroom visits but are unsure about the benefits or how to go about it, read this blog for all...Learn more about Tips on arranging class visits to your local library.
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Do you have any suggestions on how to help pupils become familiar and comfortable in the new school library environmentLearn more about Introducing pupils to the school library.
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Situation books are a valuable learning tool as well as a means for pupils to understand sometimes confusing or complex situations taking place in their lives or in the...Learn more about Guide to strengthening pupils' capacity for empathy through books.
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I’m worried there won’t be enough space for the new books if I take them out of their boxes. I am also finding it challenging to be emotionally okay with letting all the...Learn more about Getting books out of boxes and onto school library shelves.
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If staffing your school library is a barrier to your pupils accessing reading, then consider the suggestions made here to work around this challengeLearn more about How can your school library be in more regular use?.
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Welcome to the tenth blog in our series, Library Lifeline, written in association with the School Library Association. This series is designed to support anyone working in...Learn more about How to use poetry in the festive season.
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Use your pupils' passion for the irreverent, humorous worlds of Roald Dahl books to make high quality recommendations and help them further expand their reading...Learn more about How to harness your pupils' love of Roald Dahl books to expand their reading for pleasure.
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Raise awareness of LGBTQ+ inclusion all year round, in a school library setting or in the classroomLearn more about Making the most of Pride Month throughout the year.
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We share expert advise on ways to successfully rearranging your school library following some manageable steps.Learn more about How do I arrange my school library collection?.
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A helpful guide to help you choose which library management system is right for your school library.Learn more about Considerations when purchasing a library management system.
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Discover ways to manage your book stock with tips on how to weed your library collection.Learn more about How to successfully manage and weed book stock in your library.
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This Libraries Week, we are excited to publish the first in a brand-new blog series, Library Lifeline, written in association with the School Library Association. This...Learn more about How to recommend books when you're short on time.
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Should I accept second-hand and used books for my primary school library?Learn more about Library Lifeline part 22: Should we use second-hand books in the school library?.
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