Public Libraries

Fish, frogs, and other aquarium life at school and public libraries entertain and offer lessons in science and responsibility.

Book access and other restrictions on libraries and library values remain top of mind for readers. So too, practical posts toward serving library patrons, with creative ideas for staging a crime investigation to teach research skills and preserving family recipes getting the most views on SLJ.com.

Birding is a great way for students and teachers to connect with nature. From citizen science projects and live feeder stations—and books galore—the resources here will help kids learn about our avian friends.

Libraries use data about summer programs to make them better every year, and their methods have been improving.