Amanda Galliton writes: “As school librarians, we often feel pressure to integrate the latest apps, devices, or digital tools into our lessons. Technology absolutely has a powerful place in our work, but sometimes constraints—budget, access, or bandwidth—limit what we can do. Sometimes students simply need a break from screens. That’s where no-tech activities come in: low-prep, student-centered, and often wildly effective. Here are several tried-and-true activities I have used with middle schoolers that are adaptable for any grade.”