- Share - [](https://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://about.ebsco.com/markdownify/node/85738) - []() - []() - []() # Back to School: Your 2023 Guide ![bs blog image ](/sites/default/files/acquiadam-assets/b2s-2023-blog-image-780.jpg) 25 July 2023 The new school year is both exciting and stressful for everyone: librarians, educators, caregivers, and students! We truly want everyone to have a great school year. That’s why we’ve created this back-to-school guide for all things NoveList — a list of resources, ideas, and inspiration that will ease your workload, help you connect with readers, and set you and the students in your life on the road to success. ## Welcome students and promote your collection, programs, and resources - What makes people feel seen and welcome at your library? The celebration of inclusion all year long. Check out how libraries are using [LibraryAware](/novelist/products/libraryaware "LibraryAware - Overview") to [create intentional and inclusive newsletters and collection promotions](/blogs/novelist/celebrating-inclusion-year-round). - If your school or library subscribes to LibraryAware, we have ready-to-go templates for promoting back-to-school programs and materials. Search keywords like **school**, **homework**, or **education**. ![bs collage image ](/sites/default/files/acquiadam-assets/b2s-2023-collage-image-780.jpg) Templates #MadeinLibraryAware - Need help or ideas to create those promotions? Join us for this 30-minute microtraining and learn how to find the perfect template and quickly create emails, social media posts, flyers, and more in LibraryAware — everything you need for Back to School! ### Get Ready for Back to School with LibraryAware [ Watch a replay! ](https://connect.ebsco.com/s/share-video?language=en_US&vtui__mediaId=a1h5a00000AXfnsAAD&vtui__launchedFrom=Media) ## Engage all of your readers - [Use graphic novels to get kids reading!](/blogs/novelist/use-graphic-novels-get-kids-reading) While suggesting graphic novels may seem counterproductive to promoting reading, they may be just the springboard you need. - Use [reading challenges](/blogs/novelist/announcing-new-novelist-reading-challenge-booklists) to get kids to read outside of their comfort zone! Reading challenges have become wildly popular in promoting getting us to venture into some new reading territory. - New to storytime? Or looking for some inspiration? Check out [Other duties as assigned: Storytime](/blogs/novelist/other-duties-assigned-storytime). - For those not quite ready for school: Check out these ideas to support [1000 Books Before Kindergarten.](/blogs/novelist/supporting-1000-books-kindergarten) ## Ideas for educators - Help readers see themselves reflected in the stories they read with books featuring diverse characters. The **Explore Diversity Resources** page, linked on the NoveList homepage, has a host of tools you can use to make the library welcoming for all. - NoveList has [Ideas for Educators](/novelist/idea-center/educate) conveniently gathered on a single page. Go ahead and bookmark it! - Crack the code for finding just-right books to meet the needs of every reader. - The **Working with Youth** page under Quick Links in NoveList features content for different age and reading levels and more! ## Back to School (for you too!) - The new year means new opportunities for your school or library staff to reach readers. Build your recommendation skills and confidence by taking a course from [Learn with NoveList](/novelist/products/learn-with-novelist). Expert instructors share valuable strategies and resources. Create a free profile on the website to get the first look at new courses and exclusive discount codes. - Want to help young readers, whether they're looking for a book for school or want something great to read in their free time? Join us for a 30-minute microtraining and learn A+ tips and strategies for using [NoveList Plus](/novelist/products/novelist-plus "NoveList Plus - Overview") to delight every student reader. ### Get Ready for Back to School with NoveList Plus [ Watch a replay! ](https://connect.ebsco.com/s/share-video?language=en_US&vtui__mediaId=a1h5a00000AXfnIAAT&vtui__launchedFrom=Media) - Make[ the most of your other NoveList product subscriptions](/blogs/novelist/make-most-your-novelist-product-subscriptions) by signing up for a live training or watching a recording. - Add these blogs to your TBR: they’re full of tips (and updates!) for anyone helping readers find just-right books: - [New theme in NoveList: Dark academia](/blogs/novelist/new-theme-dark-academia) - [Announcing new character appeal: Neurodivergent](/blogs/novelist/announcing-new-character-appeal-neurodivergent) - [Announcing updated Character Identity tags](/blogs/novelist/announcing-updated-character-identity-tags) - [Introducing new genre: Novellas](/blogs/novelist/introducing-new-genre-novellas) - [Announcing the new Story Elements Index](/blogs/novelist/announcing-new-story-elements-index) - [Announcing new genre: Dark fantasy](/blogs/novelist/announcing-new-genre-dark-fantasy) Anything else we can do or create to support you in your library or classroom? [ Let us know! ](mailto:novelistcommunications@ebsco.com) --- Molly Wyand is the Communications Specialist at NoveList. She is currently reading *Quietly Hostile* by Samantha Irby. 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