In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares her best tips for setting up a cozy and organized elementary classroom library for kindergarten or first grade. From gathering books on a budget to creating simple checkout systems, this episode walks you through everything you need to know to make your classroom library a place your students will love.

You’ll learn:

✔️ How to build your classroom library on a budget

✔️ Tips for organizing books

✔️ Simple rules to keep your library neat and running smoothly

✔️ Easy checkout systems that help students build independence

✔️ Creative ways to make your library space cozy and inviting

By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools you need to create a classroom library that fosters a love of reading and that runs like a well-oiled machine, even with your youngest learners!

Mentioned In This Episode

• Classroom Library Book Labels freebie - https://firstieland.com/library-labels
• Scholastic Book Clubs
• DonorsChoose
• Rustoleum Satin Finish Spray Paint - https://amzn.to/4kdM2qv

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Have a wonderful day and remember to make learning feel like play…see you next week!

Molly 💜

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