Exam Season – the role of the library

As exam season is upon us, how can librarians make the most of this time both by supporting the students themselves but also using their time wisely to demonstrate what the library has to offer the wider school community.

Organising and Improving Access to Non-Fiction in Infant Schools

Non-fiction books are an important introduction to reading and information at an early age. Making them easily accessible to pupils is key in laying this foundation.

Supporting Adolescence and Challenging Toxic Masculinity

Through books, both fiction and non-fiction, we can promote healthy masculinity and accountability to support adolescent young boys as they develop into men.

Reading Aloud – Sharing the joy of a good story

Sharing stories in school by way of reading aloud can really help grow a culture of reading for pleasure. Lets discuss the benefits as well as advice on how best to do it in practice.

Sustaining the Impact of World Book Day

The annual celebration of books during World Book Day provides schools with opportunities to focus on reading across the school but how can this be sustained through the whole year?

Supporting Neurodiversity in Secondary School Library Spaces

Neurodivergent users can face sensory challenges within the library. However, some thoughtful design changes can transform libraries into truly inclusive environments.

The Importance of Non-Fiction in Your School Library

Though updating Non-Fiction collections in schools can be challenging, they remain crucial for literacy, comprehension, and reading for pleasure.

How to Choose a Fiction Book

Choosing your own book to read is a powerful thing for young readers and there are many ways we can support them to find those that appeal and sustain their reading habit.

The Value of Novels in Verse

Verse novels are becoming increasingly popular. Is this just a fad or does fiction written in poetry really have a place in a young person’s reading journey?

How to use Film Award Season to encourage reluctant readers

Film Award Season is coming up, but how can you utilise it to encourage reading for pleasure in your libraries?

Supporting SEND Pupils with SLS Resources

Discover the types of books and resources SLS has to support each individual and their special educational needs, and how you can borrow them.

How to Run a Successful Library Without an LMS

If you don’t have a LMS then read on to find out how to run your library with a paper-based system whilst ensuring pupils still have access to books.