Welcome to a new “Off the Shelf” blog post highlighting important key dates, ideas, and activities for September that you can incorporate into your library lesson plans or classroom activities. My goal is to help you stay organized and inspired as you plan your month, making it simpler to bring exciting and meaningful activities to…
The Day the Crayons Made Friends
Author: Drew Daywalt
Illustrator: Oliver Jeffers
Summary: Duncan's crayons have disappeared! They have gone exploring in his room, had exciting adventures and made new friends. Will Duncan be able to get them back in the box?
Creating More Independent Library Users-Part 1
Helping Students Navigate the Library Independently: My Non-Fiction Footprint Pathway This spring brought some big changes to my school district. Due to significant budget deficits, all elementary library assistants were cut. I’m thrilled that my incredible assistant was able to transition into another position at our school! However, that leaves me solo in the library—with…
This Book is Dangerous
Author: Ben Clanton
Illustrator: Ben Clanton
Summary: This new picture book features anxious Jelly trying to navigate his way through the dangerous ocean and this dangerous book! Help Jelly make his way through to the end!!
Off the Shelf: Activities for July 2025
Welcome to a new “Off the Shelf” blog post highlighting important key dates, ideas, and activities for July that you can incorporate into your library lesson plans or classroom activities. My goal is to help you stay organized and inspired as you plan your month, making it simpler to bring exciting and meaningful activities to…













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