A Sense of Place : School Libraries at the Heart of Learning, Connection, and Belonging

Step into a world where school libraries are genuinely transformative environments, promoting active learning, literacy, and connection. In this hands-on guide, author Hannah Little passionately advocates for recognizing school library spaces as catalysts for student success through informative interviews, enlightening case studies, and immersive facility tours.With a practical lens, this guide unveils a wealth of ideas for creating an enticing entrance that beckons students into a realm of knowledge.It emphasizes the importance of comfort and sensory engagement, fostering collaboration and active learning, and providing serene havens for focused work.Creating spaces for community, teaching, and learning, nurturing social interactions, and establishing the library as the vibrant heart of the school community, A Sense of Place inspires administrators and board members to embrace the library as an essential component of the educational ecosystem.Additionally, this guide equips librarians