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Books on mindfulness and meditation at UBC Education Library

Books on mindfulness and meditation at UBC Education Library

With Canadian Bianca Andreescu’s amazing U.S. Open win on Saturday, people are talking about Andreescu’s use of visualization, mindfulness and meditation and how it might have contributed to her success. Andreescu credited her meditation practice to helping pave the way to her historic victory. Meditation also ties into social-emotional learning and self-regulation which are both […]

September Display and Workshops: How do library services and resources support the development of multiple literacies?

September Display and Workshops: How do library services and resources support the development of multiple literacies?

Our new major book display is up just in time for the start of the new academic year!  The theme is “how do library services and resources support the development of multiple literacies?” Browse this display on the main level of the library just outside the Young Learners Library. The display is designed to complement […]

UBC Education Library Booklists

UBC Education Library Booklists

UBC Education Library is pleased to announce a new series of themed booklists on topics related to teaching, learning, and children’s literature. The UBC Education Library Booklists offer an entry point to the collection by highlighting suggested books on a variety of topics. Each list features titles about current and historical topics in education, pedagogy, […]

Collection Spotlight:  Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Books for Teachers

Collection Spotlight: Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Books for Teachers

Hello new patrons! Welcome to UBC Education Library! Visit our Collection Spotlight located in the main breezeway area of our branch.  This spotlight changes twice a month, and sometimes more!  Here you’ll find an assortment of books that will highlight a theme, a holiday, or a subject in our collection, displayed in a way that […]

Zipping Zooming Kids on the Go: Book Covers Featuring Children Engaging in an Active Lifestyle

Zipping Zooming Kids on the Go: Book Covers Featuring Children Engaging in an Active Lifestyle

Book covers featuring portrayals of children enjoying being independent and active outdoors in a variety of ways is a great way to model an active lifestyle as well as norming differences in mobility. When selecting books for a display, try to intentionally include titles with bright, cheerful, engaging covers like these portraying all kinds of […]

UBC Education Library resources supporting Assessment

UBC Education Library resources supporting Assessment

If you are interested in these or other books on this topic, try a search with the terms “education” and “assessment” or “classroom assessment.”  If you require more assistance, please ask at the Library Service Desk or contact ed.lib@ubc.ca     We’re here to help!

Collection Spotlight: Lest We Forget

Collection Spotlight: Lest We Forget

Our new Remembrance Day Collection Spotlight is up.  “Lest We Forget” is a gathering of both children’s fictional and factual books on war and peace as well as books on why we remember.  Please see our booklist.

UBC Education Library resources supporting Teaching Physical Education

UBC Education Library resources supporting Teaching Physical Education

If you are interested in these or other books on this topic, try doing a search with the terms  “physical education” and “teaching” If you require more assistance, please ask at the Library Service Desk or contact ed.lib@ubc.ca     We’re here to help!

UBC Education Library resources supporting Teaching English Language Learners

UBC Education Library resources supporting Teaching English Language Learners

If you are interested in these or other books on this topic, try doing a search with the terms  “ELL” or “English language learners.” If you need assistance, please ask at the Library Service Desk or contact ed.lib@ubc.ca   We’re here to help!  

UBC Education Library resources supporting Inquiry

UBC Education Library resources supporting Inquiry

If you are interested in these or other books on this topic, try doing a search with the terms  “inquiry” or “inquiry-based learning” and “education.” If you require more assistance, please ask at the Library Service Desk or contact ed.lib@ubc.ca     We’re here to help!