Looking around the library that I am currently working in, I find myself asking how and why did all these resources get here? I never really thought about the process that is involved in selecting resources to enhance the teaching and learning programs of the staff and students and for pure entertainment and enjoyment. I […]

Inquiry based learning was once used predominantly in subjects such as science and maths. subjects where distinct question could be asked and  hypothesis could be made.  Science inquiry Teaching and learning progresses through five phases: Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate and Evaluate. The 5 E’s ( as seen above) are an engaging way for students to […]

Going through primary school in the 70’s was a wonderful experience. We had classrooms that were underwater worlds, outerspace and rainforests. we were immersed in the whole language of any subject and had neat yet creative book work with neat handwriting, facts and creative writing. However, even though the basic full stops and capital letters […]

Curating a resource collection in a primary school should definitely be a collaborative exercise. The teacher librarian has expertise and knowledge of quality texts and has access to to variety of sources.  I would like to think that the teacher librarian would have knowledge of current collection and how new resources can add quality to […]