Seeing a Teacher Librarian in action

Last week I had the pleasure of seeing a Teacher Librarian (TL) in action. I was the casual in a Year 3 class for the day and the Library lesson had been overlooked. Since no-one had set up another class for me to teach, I took this as my opportunity to sit in (and help where I could) on a library lesson. It was fabulous, though I must say, the time flew by. The TL began the Library lesson by reviewing the rules of the Library. She then took the students on a tour of the Library because, as graduates from Infants, they were now able to borrow from other sections in the Library. She then introduced them to the school OPAC and had them search for books that they might be interested in reading. After this they were allowed to select books and borrow. I walked around with a few students who weren't really sure about what they wanted to borrow. It was great to have the chance to talk to them about their interests and to find books that they were excited to take home and read. All too soon the bell rang and I was off to my recess duty.... It really was a great opportunity for me to see a TL in action.