Color in your bookmark using colored pencils or pen. Do not use crayons.
Outline your images using a black fine line marker or Sharpie.
Shade in your background using a colored pencil.
Don’t forget to write your name and class on the back of your bookmark before turning it in to Ms. Pretz or Mrs. Notter during library class or recess.
Are we still practicing the 4W’s when we are in the library? Yes, Yes and Yes!
Where do I go for library news and information? Go to The Noisy Librarian Blog
Where do I go to look up titles, check my account, and hold information? Go to Destiny Discover and Sign in with Google.
What do I need before checking out a book? Helping Hand
How many students can safely browse for a book in an aisle? 4
What is the maximum number of books I may check out? 2
How many days until my books are overdue? 2 weeks
When can I check out books? Library class Recess ( Grades 1-2 beginning September 23rd and Grades 3-5 beginning September 9th)
How many students are allowed to sign in during recess times? 30 students
Where do I return my library books? Book Drop Box located outside of…the library, office, or second floor of the cafeteria building. DO NOT put books in a Book Drop Box on library days. Bring your books with you for Mrs. Notter to check-in.
What is the maximum number of books I can put on hold? 2
When may I pick up books that I placed on hold? After you receive a Google chat message from Ms. Pretz or Mrs. Notter, please come to the library to pick up your book.
These are books I have read this week that support ASIJ’s Portrait of a Learner, DEI and SEL.
As I read books this year, I will modify the catalog to make it easier for you to search for books to support ASIJ’s Portrait of a Learner. Catalog Search by Subject Example below:
Rain Boy by Dylan Glynn
Prompt to promote a class discussion: “Play was better together.”
Global Citizenship/DEI/SEL
The Big Umbrella by Amy June Bates
Prompt to promote a class discussion: “Some people worry that there won’t be enough room under the big umbrella,” the narrator warns. “But the amazing thing is…there is.”
Global Citizenship/DEI/SEL
Pair Rain Boy and The Big Umbrella with Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller or One by Kathryn Otoshi
The Circle of Caring and Sharing by Theresa Larsen-Jonasson
Prompt to promote a class discussion: “The animals took turns passing the stick to speak. Some gave a loud roar, and others a squeak.
Collaboration/Communication/DEI/SEL
The Whatifs by Emily Kilgore
Prompt to promote a class discussion: “Do you ever have good Whatifs?”
Mindset/SEL
Speak Up, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell
Prompt to promote a class discussion: “Speak up for anyone who might need help.”
Mindset/DEI/SEL
A FEW MORE FANTASTIC NEW PICTURE BOOK READ ALOUDS!