Videos and QR Codes in the Library

I checked out some library YouTube channels.  Most of these were geared toward high school students but there were a few things that I think would apply to my elementary kids.
Students would like this video best-
Normal Public Schools created a video to celebrate Freedom to Read by reading excerpts from frequently challenged books.  I think that kids would love seeing their teachers read challenged books and would use it as a jumping off point to create their own videos.



This video would be the most helpful to students-
I think that the introduction to the library page would be the most helpful to students.  They would be able to watch it any time they have questions about accessing library resources from home.



This video would be the most helpful to students-
Having a mobile library in the cafeteria is a brilliant idea!  The Unquiet Library posted a video of theirs in action.  It's a great way to reach students and make the library more accessible.



Students would like this video best-
My students would love seeing their work featured on the school YouTube page.  It would be an interesting page for them.  They would like the art connection to research.



This video from the Pikesville High School library would be the most helpful to students because I'm not sure that they know all of the functions of a high school library.



Students would like this video best-
The would love the concept of bringing a reality show to the classroom.



This video would be the most helpful to students-
This tutorial from BBMSMedia would be the most helpful to students so that they would understand how to site a website using NoodleTools.

Students would like this video best-
Students would really enjoy this parody about overdue books.  It would encourage them to return their books.


Videos can be a powerful tool for the library.  They can teach students new skills like how to access the catalog from home.  Videos can promote events and activities in the library such as author visits or Harry Potter Book Night.

QR Codes in the library-

My class adored our last read aloud which was The Magic Misfits by Neil Patrick Harris.  Even better is it the first book in the series which now has four books.  Many times of children and families are represented in this feel good book.  They loved it so much that I've created a book trailer for it using Animoto.  The site is free and easy to use.   When you upgrade to a paid account, they remove the watermarks.

From the publisher:

From beloved award-winning actor Neil Patrick Harris comes the magical first book in a new series with plenty of tricks up its sleeve.
When street magician Carter runs away, he never expects to find friends and magic in a sleepy New England town. But like any good trick, things change instantly as greedy B. B. Bosso and his crew of crooked carnies arrive to steal anything and everything they can get their sticky fingers on.
After a fateful encounter with the local purveyor of illusion, Dante Vernon, Carter teams up with five other like-minded kids. Together, using both teamwork and magic, they'll set out to save the town of Mineral Wells from Bosso's villainous clutches. These six Magic Misfits will soon discover adventure, friendship, and their own self-worth in this delightful new series.
(Psst. Hey, you! Yes, you! Congratulations on reading this far. As a reward, I'll let you in on a little secret. This book isn't just a book. It's a treasure trove of secrets and ciphers and codes and even stage tricks. Keep your ears peeled and you'll discover more than just a story - you'll find magic.)

You can view the book trailer by scanning the QR code.

QR codes are handy in the library.  You can use them for scan-venger hunts, links to book trailers, quizzes, links to eBooks, and so much more.  The possibilities are endless.  Check out this website for more ideas.
https://www.eduscapes.com/sessions/qrcodes/