164: A Classroom Library System That Actually Works (Type A Not Required)

Shared Teaching Podcast

Ever feel like your classroom library starts off strong, then slowly slips into disorganized chaos? You’re not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing the classroom library system I’ve used for years that’s simple, low-maintenance, and totally manageable. Type A organizers are not required for this system to work! It’s all about helping students find and return books independently while keeping your sanity intact.

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In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About:

• Why your classroom library deserves a real system
• How to organize books by genre, topic, or author
• Creative ways to label fiction and nonfiction bins
• Tips for teaching kids to browse and return books correctly
• What routines make the biggest difference long-term

Resources Helpful in Today’s Episode:

• Shop my Classroom Library Labels System on TpT
• $5 Educate & Rejuvenate Summer Conference - July 15-16, 2025 (https://bit.ly/ERconf )
• Episode 28: How To Organize Your Classroom Library
• Episode 61: My Classroom Library Organization - A System That Works

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