Simply For Teachers

This is my favorite part of the process!  I LOVE organizing with labels and bins, but what elementary school teacher doesn't swoon over labels.  I know I'm not alone here!  It also makes the library a reality and brings the project closer to completion.   I am of the school of thought that if you are going to do something, big or small, you should do it right the first time (forgive me if I've repeated myself).  I could have used a Sharpie to write the levels on the books or the bins, but I really wanted the library to look polished and professional.  I've said it before, but I believe the appearance of the library is very important to teacher engagement.  So here is how I organized every single book and title collection at every single level..... Each book label wraps around the book so the level shows on the front and the back cover.  I then cover each label with a clear book tape to protect it from handling.  I want these la...