How We Live In The World: A Guide for Crafters

Shanghai Library East opened on September 28, 2022. As a new city landmark, it has attracted millions of visitors. The children’s area is the most popular spot—more and more families now choose the library as a fresh way to spend their weekends. We’ve noticed that new readers are unfamiliar with the Chinese Library Classification (CLC). To address this, the installation “How We Live in the World” was launched in the children’s area in March 2025. It uses child-friendly language and illustrations to explain the CLC system. By taking part in related activities, young readers—whom we might call “young crafters building our future”—can explore each bookshelf, learn about all the classifications, discover books that interest others, and pick out those that truly appeal to them. A library is a vast treasure trove, and these young crafters deserve the chance to learn how to use it through games, while gaining new perspectives on the world. Will these informational experiences shape their creativity in the future? Let's wait and see. Keywords: Children Service, Library Classification, Creative