#Holdshelf: March 2013
A glimpse at the hold shelf is a glimpse into the minds of young readers.
– Guy I. Madeup
It’s time to take a look at the books kids are lining up to read. Thank you to everyone who sent in their shelves.
First up, John Schu’s school library:
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Here’s my hold shelf:
Amy M:
Stacy F:
Mary O:
Dallin Librarian:
Debbie A:
Tricia B:
LeAnn M:
Ernie C:
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About Travis Jonker
Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian in Michigan. He writes reviews (and the occasional article or two) for School Library Journal and is a member of the 2014 Caldecott committee. You can email Travis at scopenotes@gmail.com, or follow him on Twitter: @100scopenotes.
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Nice touch with the wise Guy you quoted!
Where can I find out more about your holds shelf and how you do it? Are your classes scheduled or is it just open? I’m sure if I look more I’ll find the answers…just looking for the easy way out 😉 I’d love to start doing this inmy library! Thanks!!