Printable Quest Guide
Tweens Library Call-Number Treasure Trail
Tweens use a short, librarian-friendly clue trail to learn how nonfiction call numbers group topics, then choose one surprising shelf discovery to share without disturbing other visitors.
- Time
- 1 Hour
- Cost
- Free
- Best for
- Tweens
- Location
- Anywhere
Your Mission
Turn a library visit into a respectful treasure trail that makes nonfiction sections easier to understand and explore.
What You'll Need
- Library card if available
- Pencil
- Small notebook
- Library floor map if offered
How to Do the Quest
- 1
Ask a librarian whether a short call-number activity is welcome and which public areas should stay quiet.
- 2
Write three broad topics to find, such as animals, inventions, and art, without pulling books from more than one shelf at a time.
- 3
Use shelf labels and call numbers to locate one book in each topic, then write only the first digits or category label in your notebook.
- 4
Open each book briefly at a table and find one surprising heading, picture, or fact that makes you curious to learn more.
- 5
Return every book neatly before moving to the next clue, using a reshelving cart if the library asks visitors not to replace books themselves.
- 6
Finish by creating one final clue that would help a friend find a new topic section respectfully.
Quest Challenge
Can you find three topic areas and teach someone else one respectful rule for using the shelves?
Pro Tip
A library scavenger hunt should help the shelves work better for everyone, so use labels and notes instead of hiding clues in books.
Quest Complete
What would you repeat, change, or remember from Tweens Library Call-Number Treasure Trail?