Library environment: reading spaces for children

Ideally, a library for pupil should be centrally located and a designated (single-use) space.  This is not possible for our target school, but it can be created through the imaginative use of the singel room. The library of Vinstaskolan school has a limitation of space, thus a little bit of creativity and vision can go a very long way. 

Above all, the library should be exciting and feel different from the classroom. 

Informal and comfortable reading spaces

Pupil involvement can be achieve by creating an informal reading space which is differ from study space with normal desks and chairs. An informal reading space is supposed to have comfortable furniture in reading area, such as tiny sofa, cushions, beanbag seats, colourful mats or comfy chairs ans so on. Different lighting such as lava lamps or fairy lights can also be use to create an exciting atmosphere in corners or little nooks for children.

We propose that both open and relatively small separate space are needed for the library. Pupils can choose their own preference space when reading.

Reference: 

National Literacy Trust “Reading Environment”