Libraries are an important feature of any primary school, as it allows for young minds to engage with age-appropriate literature and non-fiction in order to strengthen their interests. Effective library furniture will make any library a more welcoming place, so that students are eager to read more when they are at school.
Abax Kingfisher is committed to providing the most innovative educational furniture Australia has to offer. Here are our top suggestions for furniture pieces which every library should consider:
Circulation Desks
A Circulation desk allows school librarians to help students with borrowing, as well as providing a hub for book databases and record keeping. This desk must be large and durable as it will be where students congregate at the end of a library lesson. The size should also be appropriate for primary aged learners. This is why Abax Kingfisher provides choice in your make of circulation table, to best suit your school’s needs.
Collaborative Seating
Libraries are also excellent spaces for students to learn how to study collaboratively. Kept away from the quiet areas, there should be furniture which allows students to share their work and maintain a group focus. Abax Kingfisher recommends the innovative Clover Table, which provides ample space for all students to keep their belongings, while having a centralized point for discussion.
Library Shelving
A library is nothing without library shelves, and school librarians often determine the range of books they are able to provide based on the amount of library shelving offered to them. Sturdy and height-appropriate library shelves are an important investment for any primary school library.
Quiet Reading Spaces
Some students learn best independently, which is why we recommend every library to have a readers cubby which provides a secluded space for students to enjoy literature. This space should be kept away from the noisier parts of the library, such as the discussion tables and the circulation desk, to benefit students who prefer the peace and quiet.
Display Units
A set of display units will help school librarians highlight new arrivals or other resources which students might find particularly interesting. Having the covers out can show off different reading experiences to students, who would otherwise be reluctant in reading outside of their comfort zone.
Book Return Trolleys
For any school library, book return trolleys are a crucial implement for the function and cleanliness of the space. Students should be instructed to return books they are not interested in, to the front desk or to a book return trolley, rather than shoving it haphazardly into a shelf.
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