A well-organized classroom library can make all the difference in helping students develop a love for reading. In my Chinese immersion classroom, I’ve found that a few simple systems and fun activities to keep our library tidy, inviting, and easy for kids to use independently.

Keep reading to grab your free printable labels and bring this idea to your classroom! 📚

1. Using Labels to Organize Books

Labels are my best friend when it comes to library organization! I sort my Chinese books into categories and place them in clearly labeled bins. This makes it easier for students to find what they’re looking for and also helps them return books to the correct spot.

Some of my favorite label categories include:

Themes: Seasons 季节, animals 动物, festivals 节日, food 食物
Genres: Fiction 小说, fables 寓言, poetry 诗歌
Famous Children’s Book Authors: Eric Carle, Ezra Jack Keats, Mo Willems

Want to use the same Chinese labels to help your students navigate the library with confidence?

We’ve put together these free Chinese classroom library labels! They’re colorful, kid-friendly, and perfect for Chinese immersion or bilingual classrooms.

Click here to download your set of labels — available in both Simplified and Traditional Chinese.

📌 Tip: Laminate your labels for durability, or use adhesive square pockets.

2. Displaying Library Rules in Chinese

To keep the library tidy and running smoothly, I introduce our library rules in Chinese at the beginning of the year. We review them together, and I post the rules right near the bookshelf. The visuals help younger students understand the expectations.

Here are some examples:

Take care of the books. 爱护书本。
Turn pages gently. 轻轻翻页。
Return books to the correct bin. 放回原位。

Click the images to grab your Chinese library rules:

Library Rules Poster in Chinese - Simp Chinese Classroom Decor for K-2

Library Rules Poster in Chinese - Trad Chinese Classroom Decor for K-2

3. Fun Activities to Spark Reading Excitement

I love making the library feel like more than just shelves of books. Adding a few fun activities helps keep reading exciting and engaging:

Bookmark Making Station: Students can design cute bookmarks with Chinese characters, doodles, or motivational phrases.
Book Recommendation Wall: A space for students to post sticky notes like “I loved this book because… 我喜欢这本书因为……” to share their favorites.
Reading Challenges: Monthly challenges give students a fun way to set goals and explore new books in the library.
Reading Response Worksheets: Students can use reading response worksheets to reflect on the books they’ve read, such as retelling the story, writing about their favorite part, and more.