Last summer was my first year to do a summer reading program. It went very will except for the way I gave out the prizes for reading books. I would like ideas on how you give out prizes. Thank you
Read more…Hello,
I had a middle grade boy approach me about bringing in the Fablehaven series by Brandon Mull.
There are definitely mixed reviews online with regards to whether it is appropriate for Christians. Some compare it to the Chronicles of Narnia, and
Read more…From Stephanie Richardson
I am just getting started with revitalizing my church's library. It is a beautiful space, but for years has been a dumping ground for books that people want to get rid of - resulting in a collection of books that no one want
Read more…Marcia asks the following:
For our summer reading theme "FACEbooks" we're displaying books(mostly biographies) with people's faces on the book. We recently displayed HERstories about women. I'm always looking for theme ideas.
Thanks,
Marcia
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From Tanya Nelson:
I need some good suggestions for finding library supplies at a reasonable cost. I need to update signage, labels, etc. Any ideas?
Thanks!
Tanya
Read more…From Edie Asbury
Does your library offer jigsaw puzzles to borrow? After visiting a church library that has them, I am thinking about adding a few to our collection but to limit them to only ones with particular spiritual meaning such as ones with ch
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Morlee
Read more…We have been told recently that our library may have to change from Follett to Surpass due to Follett pricing continuing to rise. Also, we are so behind on Follett updates that if we upgraded, our server would not be able to support Follett. Would t
Read more…What will you be during VBS this summer? My plan is to be avalable in the library during the mornings. I've already been asked by the VBS decorations team if they could use our main display. First time ever they have asked me that. I am thrilled! I'm
Read more…Let's share what we are doing to reach new parents experiencing dedication services and high school, college, university, and seminary graduates enjoying their send off. Let's include Mothers Day and Fathers Day.
May and June have special opportuniti
Read more…As we continue with revitalizing our very full library and working to put books in the hands of our church members, we have plans to create a new satellite location in the building where our parents of growing families congregate for Bible study. It
Read more…One of our members, Brad Finkbeiner, posted such a question on a FB group page for ministers of education. I responded with information about our ministry design strategy that is almost totally focused on disciple making. I invited the ministers of e
Read more…Do you use QR Codes in the library? Or in promotional materials?
We have a QR Code sign beside the entrance to the Enrichment Center (library) both inside and outside. The sign is also next to our self-checkout box. The Code is a link to our online
Read more…Our library has a generous amount of Easter books for both young children and adults, but very little for elementary, middle school, or youth ages. Can you recommend any for these age groups?
Read more…Someone had asked about organizing books and files:
Doing some research on my own writing, I came up with several ideas while trying to INDEX those writings. Here are some ideas.
1. Christian Life and Spiritual Growth
Christian encouragement
Faith
I ran across some very interesting tag-lines Librarian can use for Signs if wanted or needed.
Library Display Lines
Warning: These books have been banned somewhere.
Handle with care—ideas inside.
These books were judged by their covers.
Caution: Free th
Read more…Looking for recommendations for Christian fiction novels for men.
Thanks!
First Baptist Church, Kingsport, TN
Jonna Bridgeman replied:
All of Charles Martin's books would be good.
Read more…Hello everyone,
I am working to revitalize our church's library and will soon be purchasing a lot of new books to fill our shelves. I was wondering if any of you have ever had any success with asking publishers for a church library discount if you pur
Read more…We have a very small church library that needs reorganized and cleaned up. How do you classify your Non-Fiction section without using Dewey or Library of Congress? I am thinking of organizing by author's last name to keep it simple and doing the same
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Roxy Klassen wants to know . . .
What review sites do you use to determine if a book should be added to your library?
I've used https://www.alignmyread.com/ for adult books.
And https://christianparentreviews.com/ for kids books.
But they don't hav