Library

Recommended Reads for K-8

  • Graphic Novels

  • ⁠Elementary Fiction

  • ⁠Elementary Nonfiction

  • ⁠Upper Elementary & Middle School Fiction

  • Upper Elementary & Middle School Nonfiction

About the collection

The Linder Library houses more than 3,200 titles geared to K-8 readers. That’s a nearly 40:1 ratio of books to students!

Students visit the library weekly with their classes and are also welcome to come during free time with a Library Pass. A brand new library is being planned for the Upper School—more to come soon!

Building lifelong learners

Linder’s library is so much more than a room full of books—it’s a place where curiosity grows and independence takes root. When students choose what to read, they build literacy skills and a love of learning that lasts.

Research shows that well-resourced school libraries and certified librarians boost academic performance. But more than that, libraries help students slow down, ask big questions, and discover stories that stay with them for life.

Custom reading lists and recommendations

At Linder, personalized learning extends into the library too! We get to know each student as a unique reader—through reading inventories, observation, and one-on-one conversations. Whether they’re just discovering books or reading voraciously, we tailor recommendations to spark curiosity and stretch their thinking.

Families have the opportunity to collaborate with our librarian for everything from curated reading lists to support strategies for reluctant readers. It’s all part of our commitment to helping every learner grow in confidence, curiosity, and voice.

Book Buddies

At Linder, reading is not just a skill—it’s a shared joy. Our Book Buddies program pairs early elementary students with middle schoolers for a special story time, where they are often nestled together in our cozy Reading Corner.

These moments build confidence for young readers and a sense of leadership and empathy in older students. The program fosters meaningful cross-grade relationships, strengthens our school community, and turns reading into something social, special, and fun. Watching students light up—on both sides of the book—is a highlight of the week.

Library happenings

  • March is Black History Month

  • Library expectations

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