Issue 136
Term 1, 2026
Library love letters
This article introduces the Letters to the Editor section and invites readers to share their reflections, opinions and celebrations about school libraries and the issues that matter to them.
Welcome to our Letters to the Editor section, where readers can share their thoughts, opinions and feedback on topics that matter most to them.
We’d love to hear your responses to our articles, opinions on current library issues or even a brag photo of your latest fantastic library display! Send your letters to [email protected] with the subject line Library Love Letter to join the discussion.
This term, which includes Library Lovers Day on February 14, we heard from students about why they love their school libraries!
I like the school library because of the way they use the space. There are places to sit and read and spaces to work or study, there’s enough room for a teacher to teach a class and for the class to sit on the floor, and overall the place is large and feels spacious but still also feels cosy.
– Juniper, 13
I like looking at the comics and me and my friends like finding the weirdest, strangest, stupidest books possible and reading them and making up new words for them.
– Frieda, 9
At the library I enjoy looking through the graphic novels, searching for interesting mystery novels and finding the cutest picture storybooks.
– Margot, 11
At the library I enjoy looking through the graphic novels, searching for interesting mystery novels and finding the cutest picture storybooks.
– Margot, 11
I love the library because there are lots of books. And I love books.
– Thomas, 9
I love my school library as it’s a comfortable and welcoming space where you can learn new things every day and discover new amazing books.
– Robbie, 14
I like going up to all the books I’ve read and telling people I’ve read them!
– Ginger, 19