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Library FAQ: is genrefication worth it?

Library FAQ: is genrefication worth it?

Yes, but make it ROYGBIV (plus signage downloads if you want 'em)

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When it comes to my library, one of the things I am most frequently asked about is my genrefied fiction section: (1) is it worth it, and (2) what’s with the rainbow colors?

Note: My spellcheck does not want to recognize genrefication as a word and all the red zigzags are stressing me out. If I’ve committed any spelling crimes here, please forgive me.

Q1: is it worth the effort of rearranging your fiction section my genre?

100% yes.

In my experience, it yields a much higher level of independence for kids during checkout time, something that comes at a high premium in the time crucible of a 30-minute elementary school library class.

My fiction is broken into the following genres:

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