Gangdong Elementary School Library, Byeolparang, was newly renovated in 2025 after being selected for the “Byeolbit Library” initiative, part of the Busan Metropolitan City Office of Education’s education innovation program.
Managed by a teacher librarian, the library combines library services with reading education within a uniquely designed space tailored to a diverse school community. The library is organized into learning, collection, and user spaces, each supporting different aspects of learning and engagement.
The study area serves as a flexible space for classes led by teacher librarians and classroom teachers, as well as for various reading and cultural programs such as author talks. Meanwhile, the user area provides a variety of reading tables for students and parents, with tablet PCs installed at each table for accessing library resources and viewing e-books.
Library Overview
- Library Name: Gangdong Elementary School Library (Byeolparang*)
(* Byeol means “star”, and Parang means “blue” or “wave.”)
- Address: 10, Haeun-daero 349beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
- Facilities: Floor Area 229㎡ (2F, Main Building)
Floor | Spaces | Remarks |
2F | Study Areas, Staff Areas, User Areas, Collection Areas | Main Building |
- Parking: 72 spaces
- Staff: 1 (teacher librarian)
- Opened: October 27, 2025
Main Features
- A Haeundae elementary school operating the “Byeolbit* Library” (evening-access library) (* Byeolbit means “starlight.”)
- Interior design tailored to diverse age groups within the school community
- Dedicated learning space for library-based and information literacy instruction
- Various reading tables provided in user areas
Nearby Attractions: Cultural Venues, Parks, Temples, and Local Dining
- Busan Cinema Center
- Suyeong-gang Human Bridge