Creating Websites

This week we are learning to create a website for our library.  While researching Free Tools for Creating Websites, I was wondering what would be the most user friendly site to use to develop a webpage.  I want  an attractive, professional yet simple site that my students, parents, and community can navigate easily.  My school already has ties to Google, so I thought it was a given that I would go with Google Sites, but in looking closer I am leaning toward Weebly.    

I found this Weebly site, GMS Library Website, that I think is a nice example of what I envision my site to be.  I like the wood background, the row of books, and the light green and blue colors.  I also like the Battle of the Books page within the site.

The second site I found is for Wellesley Middle School. I think I will incorporate some of the aspects of this site into mine. This one has a red banner that catches your eye.  I love the ice cream bars for the summer reading list.  I also really like the drop down boxes.

I found this Google Site, Ephraim Curtis Middle School, that really caught my eye.  It is green and has blocks of different colors.  There is a quote from Kermit the Frog from Sesame Street- "It isn't not easy being green."  Love this!  I also love the summer reading section.  This librarian has really gone above and beyond to offer some wonderful things for the summer. 

With so many great examples out there, I just hope I can create a site that will be informative, appealing, professional, and easy to navigate.  I guess I should get started!