Bountiful Elementary librarian Tara Berge focuses on matching students with the right books to foster a lifelong interest in reading. According to a feature by the Bountiful Bobcats, Berge uses her background in elementary education to help students find books that resonate with their specific interests and reading levels.
Berge noted that her experience teaching third and fourth grade helps her understand the developmental needs of students in the library. She expressed that her favorite part of the role is assisting children in finding books that match their interests, whether they are looking for dragons, true stories, or diverse perspectives.
Beyond checking out books, the library curriculum includes teaching students how to use call numbers, navigate digital tools, and build research skills to evaluate information from books and online sources. The library also aims to help students fall in love with different genres, including graphic novels, nonfiction, poetry, and folktales.
The library's activities align with the school's theme, Make It Matter. Berge stated that her goal is to put the right book in the right hands at the right time to potentially change how a child sees themselves.
