Izvleček
Knjige so zaklad modrosti in znanja; predstavljajo vrata v deželo neštetih užitkov, navdiha in novih svetov. Prek njih se lahko podamo na vznemirljive pustolovščine, spoznavamo daljne kraje, različne kulture ter se učimo o sebi in svetu. Zato na vseh slovenskih šolah delujejo šolske knjižnice, ki skrbijo za zbiranje in izposojo knjig tako za učence kot za pedagoške delavce. Šolske knjižnice so pomemben del izobraževalnega sistema, saj ponujajo prostor za učenje, raziskovanje in razvoj ljubezni do branja. Učencem omogočajo dostop do kakovostnega bralnega gradiva, jih spodbujajo k raziskovanju ter jim pomagajo pri razvijanju kritičnega mišljenja in samostojnega učenja. Na Osnovni šoli Riharda Jakopiča je delo knjižnice osredotočeno na spodbujanje bralne kulture med učenci in učitelji. Z različnimi projekti in dejavnostmi – kot so Teden branja, Jakopičev bralec/Jakopičeva bralka, Starejši učenci berejo mlajšim, Bralno potovanje, Izdelava knjižnih kazalk – knjižnica aktivno prispeva k razvoju bralnih navad in širjenju obzorij učencev. Poleg tega ponuja varen in spodbuden prostor, kjer lahko otroci v miru prebirajo knjige, se pogovarjajo o literaturi ali pa preprosto uživajo v svetu zgodb. Poudarek na bralni pismenosti in spodbujanje branja skozi vse leto učencem pomaga razvijati jezikovne spretnosti, širiti besedišče ter pridobivati znanje, ki jim bo koristilo v šolskem in vsakdanjem življenju. Knjige namreč ne bogatijo le uma, temveč tudi duha – učijo nas empatije, spodbujajo ustvarjalnost in nas vodijo k boljšemu razumevanju sveta. Šolska knjižnica tako ni le prostor za izposojo knjig, temveč živahno središče učenja, raziskovanja in navdiha, kjer se gradi odnos do literature in znanja ter spodbuja radovednost, ki bo učence spremljala vse življenje.
Abstract
The School Library of the Rihard Jakopič Primary School: a Space for Learning, Creativity and Connection
Books are a treasure of wisdom and knowledge; they open the door to a world full of adventure, inspiration and new experiences. Through books, we can go on exciting journeys, learn about distant places and different cultures, and discover more about ourselves and the world. That is why all Slovenian schools have libraries, where students and teachers can borrow books and find a quiet place to read and learn. School libraries are an important part of education. They help students develop a love of reading, improve their thinking skills and learn how to find information. Libraries provide access to good books and encourage students to explore new ideas. At the Rihard Jakopič Primary School, the library focuses on encouraging reading among students and teachers. Through different activities – such as Reading Week, Jakopič’ Reader, Older Students Reading to Younger Ones, Reading Journey and Bookmark Exchange – the library helps students develop good reading habits and discover the joy of books. It is also a safe and welcoming place where children can read, talk about stories and enjoy the world of books. Reading throughout the year helps students improve their language skills, grow their vocabulary and gain knowledge that will help them in school and life. Books are not just for learning – they also teach us kindness, creativity and how to understand others better. A school library is more than just a place to borrow books. It is a lively space for learning, exploring and finding inspiration, where students can build a lifelong love of reading and curiosity about the world.