Literature Circles
This link defines "literature circles" and also includes various links to help teachers at the intermediate level to get started.
http://workingtogether.pbworks.com/w/page/14746878/LitCircles
Checking for Understanding
This link helps the teacher check if students are understanding. Ideas include "thumbs up or down" or quick exit slips when students leave..." Today I learned...."
http://elementarylibraryroutines.wikispaces.com/Check+for+Understanding
Choosing the Right Book: Lesson Plan
This lesson plan is appropriate for K-2 and reviews with students how they chose books. It teaches fiction and nonfiction.
Slide Show Presentations: Genre and Dewey Decimal System
This blog is frequently updated by Kimberly Wood the librarian from Mount Stewart. Along with slideshows, she posts links to the Author's of the Month.