Environment Matters “The Library’s space is your place!”

Question Would you let elementary students conduct science experiments without the use of a science lab? Photo of science lab/ or lab materials in classroom

Question How can a high school home economics class take place without the use of a kitchen? Photos of cooking

Question Would going to a middle school basketball game be as fun if there were no gym? Photos of a basketball game/ gym

Question Then how would you expect students to develop literacy, critical thinking, or lifelong learning skills without the use of a learner centered environment? Photos of school library environment(s)

Environment Matters Insert research article quotes to support claims that have a slow overlap effect so the audience can see quotes about: Environment and learning (effects) School library structure and Critical thinking and reflection Learning and school environment (elementary findings) Learning and school environment (secondary findings)

The Library’s space is your Place for Hands on learning Access to resources Access to technology Co-teaching instruction for every content area Reading, reflection, and critical thinking A mix of photos showing sections of the library and hands on learning, print resources, technology, co- teaching, and reading, reflecting, and critical thinking

The Library wants YOU! There’s no time to waste, lets designate a time to utilize this learner centered space place!

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