September/October

This trimester students are working on library procedures, information skills and reading skills. Procedures for all grade levels include a quiet and appropriate arrival, checkout, checking and book care. Primary students are working on locating the title and spine of a book. We have discussed the roles of authors and illustrators. Intermediate students are learning to use call numbers, identify and use the main elements of the online library
catalog (Destiny) recognize the main area of the library for each call number; browse to find a “just right book.” All grade levels are working towards Common Core State standards in reading.