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Primary library area pictures
Ideas for organising a Primary library area


Primary area with blank wall
awaiting Book Week mural 2007

Same wall: Book Week mural 2005 painted by Mr Ian Randall - "Reading rocks"

Carpet-covered "boxes" to create
flexible 3D effect
Windows covered with overhead transparencies of cathedral windows; display rods around area for hanging plastic or other display material
System of graded book boxes developed by Mrs Anthea Comer - Starters, Walkers, Joggers, Runners, Flyers Junior Fiction collection housed in shelves surrounding Primary area and labelled with yellow stickers, organised by Mrs Boey
Picture book tubs labelled with letters
Stable tables stored underneath for use when students work on their laps
Each picture book labelled clearly with first letter of author's surname; allows easy re-shelving by students and staff
Mrs Paul makes an activity booklet each 
term for Primary students in her own time
Coloured pencils always available
Spinner for popular series for both Primary and Secondary students
Library circulation desk with Primary area in the background Hot pink stickers for age-restricted books
 


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