34. 5 Budget-Friendly Ways to Refresh Your Classroom Library

Creating Joyful Readers

Tune in to hear five practical and budget-friendly ways to stock your shelves, along with some of my own favorite strategies that helped me create a diverse and engaging collection of books—without breaking the bank.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or just looking to refresh your library with new titles, this episode is packed with ideas to help you build a literary haven for your students.

Highlights:

• Make Secondhand Stores Your Best Friend
• Shop Online for Hidden Deals
• Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Donations
• Library Sales Are a Hidden Treasure
• Apply for Book Grants

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