Open House was a success!

A huge success that is! There were around one hundred visitors to the library today. There were lots of positive comments on all the physical changes to the library. Many students oohhed and aahhed our pets, the hermit crabs. Some questions were asked about the Adopt-a-Book program. Tons of smiles were passed around! Thanks to all who came! If you haven't been in, please stop by soon and let me know what you think! :)

Ready, set, go!

Well it is here. Open house is tomorrow from 2-4. Then Monday is the first day of the 2011-2012 school year. I am hoping to see lots of friends in the library. I'm also hoping to adopt lots of books. :)

I did it!

Today I described all the changes I have planned for the library to the teachers. I was nervous but it turned out fine. No one complained or booed and I didn't develop hives or faint! I have heard positive things about the looks of the library and everyone seems to be happy with what I am going to try. Thanks to all who have and continue to encourage me....I greatly appreciate it!

Tomorrow is the big day!

Tomorrow is a big day! Inservice in the library. Everyone will see the physical changes and I will be explaining some changes I am making to the program. I am hope all the changes will be well received. I am expecting some things will have to be tweaked but I am flexible so it will all work out.

I think I finally have everything in it's "resting place"! I am sure things will crop up but at least I am beginning to feel settled and like I belong. I would say that is an accomplishment. My favorite girl has been here with me today and has had fun playing in a new-to-her place.

Once I complete the bulletin board in the hallway, I will be down to the nitty gritty. I will have to assign students to their new homerooms/grade levels in the computer and I am anxiously waiting for my first book order to arrive so I can learn how to process them. Exciting things await, albeit a little nervously. :)

Here are a few pics!

I Finally remembered my camera! I have added a "reading nook" that will be used as a reward for students who are doing great things for their teacher. I am hoping it will make the library a place where kids want to be!

Also, the library has some pets this year...there are four hermit crabs in the tank. They are cool pets to have!

I keep forgetting to take my camera...

I so want to post some pics so I can get feedback on the "new look". The "cozy spot" has gotten some use already from the kiddos at daycare and they seemed to thoroughly enjoy it.

I am limiting myself to only 3 big changes to the library this year. That way, I won't overwhelm myself or the teachers. #1 students will check in their books #2 student workers and #3 adopt-a-book program.

I am wondering if I should do a teacher survey to see how I could best help the teachers?

Slow and steady....

The library is coming together...slowly. Pictures will posted soon.