What’s a Shelfari?

Want a great way to share book lists?

Carter showed me a site called Shelfari. It is similar to LibraryThing.com (another good service) but I think that the look-and-feel of Shelfari is a better fit when working with my elementary students.

I’ve used Shelfari a few different ways:

• to share book lists with other grown-ups,
• discussing literature through reviews and groups,
• I’ve even used an LCD projector to “display” books during a class discussion.

Take a look at one or more of these Shelfari pages and tell us what you think:

• The Sasquatch Book Award: shelfari.com/sasquatchaward
• YA Books Adults Should Read Group: shelfari.com/groups/10334/about
• IdeasAndInfo’s professional recommendations: shelfari.com/ideasandinfo
• My own shelf: shelfari.com/fullertones (which is a bit of a hodge-podge)

–Sean

Organizing your collection

In my school library, I’ve been trying to figure out how to make it easier for students to find “the right book.”  I’m curious what other librarians have done (or considered doing) to improve access, make the shelves attractive, and help students browse effectively.  Any ideas?