Resources/Materials
The Franklin Lakes School District provides libraries that function as the center of their school buildings.  Each library houses a collection of materials that directly support content curriculum while also providing extensive collections for students' independent reading interests.

Our collections include:

• Chapter-books and picture-books that support all reading levels
• Resources that support all learning styles – including but not limited to print materials, visual media, auditory resources, interactive software, learning games, and on-line resources
• Materials for independent student selection in a wide variety of interests and reading levels
• Updated and current computer technology to support all curriculum areas and student interests

Atmosphere & Environment
Our open media centers provide:

• A comprehensive curriculum that addresses a dynamic balance between literature appreciation, technology literacy, information/ media literacy skills
• Opportunities for free reading and independent student/teacher research
• A welcoming, inspiring, and creative environment that enhances voluntary reading, teaches integrity, respects diversity and encourages group and school-community involvement

Library Staff
Each library media specialist provides a supportive relationship with both teachers and students in the effort to encourage a “come to us first” culture where teachers and students seek out the library as a primary resource for research and information.
 
The library media center encourages literature appreciation, expands information literacy skills, and provides lessons that support the classroom curriculum through:

• Library lessons
• Open communication and collaboration with teachers
• Efficient  use of public and/or other outside libraries
• Enhancement and expansion of independent, voluntary reading
• Outreach to parents and community
• Modeling access to information and reading-for-pleasure in a wide variety ways

K-5 Library Media Technology
K-5 students visit the library media center once per week for a class led by the school librarian as part of their weekly special area classes.

6-8 Library Media Technology
The Middle School library serves as a resource to all teachers and students in the building. 

Please visit our K-8 Library Media curriculum documents below: