I have a sign stating that students may color ONE bookmark (otherwise some kids will stuff ten into their folder, and I'll spend all day copying and chopping up bookmarks!) Sometimes, instead of leaving a stack at the center, we hand out a bookmark to each student at checkout Then they can take it to the bookmark center while they wait for others to check out their books.
I have been amazed by how much kids of ALL ages love to color a bookmark, personalizing it to their own individual style. To me, this just adds more fun to the whole reading process and the experience of a library visit. I suppose we could say we're developing fine motor skills, but I'm happy just knowing that this library center makes students grin as they walk in my door!
Here are some of my favorite bookmark centers:
Printable Bookmark Links
Bookmarks with Line Designs
Printable Bookmarks for Books and Authors
Printable FAQ Bookmarks
For more bookmark ideas, follow my Bookmarks board on Pinterest!
