Printable Library Card Bookmarks
As parents, we are always looking for ways to make reading and learning fun and engaging (I know I am). With that being said, I had to share these printable library card bookmarks that we are getting hooked on. Basically, they are a vintage-style reading tracker that also functions as a unique bookmark.
Yes, I’m geeking out about a bookmark, but let me tell you why.

How Library Card Bookmarks Benefits Your Student
There are lots of creative ways to keep a reading log, and we’ve tried a ton of them. Each school year and season of life is a little different and it’s fun to swap out our systems and try something new. Let me tell you why we are currently enjoying these library card bookmarks as a way to track our reading.
1. Promotes Progress
One of the best things about a good reading log is that it gives your student a sense of accomplishment and progress. With each book, and each rating, the log tells of their reading journey, the books they got lost in while curled up on the couch, the ones that made them laugh, or the books that taught them how to do something.

2. Keeps Track
Keeping track of the books we read is helpful for so many reasons. Not only does a reading log serve as an archive, but it can also be used as a reference for book reports, summaries, writing projects, or assessments.
3. Encourages Independent Work
This library card bookmark allows students to take ownership of their reading progress. For some students, simply seeing a list of their accomplishments is enough intrinsic motivation to keep going. For other kids, it’s a way to independently organize their tasks and keep them on course.

4. Allows students to think critically
I really like the option to give your book a rating. This allows your student to look back, analyze what they read, consider their point of view, and make an assessment. You can always take this a step further and ask your student, questions like, “Why did you give this book only two stars?”, “What would you have changed about this book to give it a higher rating.”, or “Tell me how you came to that rating.”
5. A Fun Way to Challenge your kids
You can use these printable library card bookmarks to pose a reading challenge. Perhaps you can offer a reward for filling up a card, or set a goal as a family to complete a card for your family read alouds.

How to Download & Print Your Library Card Bookmark
Downloading and printing your library card bookmark is quick and easy! Here’s what you need to do:
- Get the Library Card Bookmark: You can purchase this printable library card bookmark in the Inspire the Mom Etsy Store.
- Print: Use your home printer to print the bookmark on high-quality cardstock.
- Cut Out: Once printed, carefully cut along the edges.
- Round the Corners (optional): You don’t have to, but I used by corner-rounding punch to give my bookmarks a more finished look.
- Assemble Optional Sleeve: This printable comes with an optional sleeve for the library card bookmarks. Simple cut around the edges, fold on the dotted lines, flip the bottom portion up and adhere it to the sides.


Printable Library Card Bookmarks Q & A
1. What is a Printable Library Card Bookmark?
A printable library card bookmark is a fun and unique bookmark design that looks like a classic library card. It features spaces where you can write down the book title, your name, and a date. It is used it to mark your place in your favorite books as well as keep track of your reading progress.
2. How Can I Use a Library Card Bookmark in My Homeschool?
The library card bookmark is perfect for homeschoolers! You can use it to track reading progress, archive your ratings, or even use it for a reading challenge. Students can fill out the bookmark with the current book they’re reading and continue until the card is full.

3. What Size Is the Library Card Bookmark?
The printable library card bookmark is about 3.5″ x 8″ in size. (The download contains two, bookmarks per page, plus an optional sleeve.
4. How Do I Store My Library Card Bookmarks?
While they are in use, keep them in your current book as a bookmark or in the optional sleeve.. If you are filling multiple cards, you can put the completed ones in a box, sleeve, or on a ring, so you can easily access them.

5. What Colors do the Printable Library Card Bookmarks come in?
In the printable library card bookmarks pack, there are black, blue, red, and yellow options along with an easy-to-assemble sleeve to keep the cards in.