encouraging students to become competent 21st Century learners
"A book about the nature of home, community and picking up the pieces" -BooklistRiver Friendly River Wild by Jane Kurtz is an inspiring free verse poetry and picture book based on the author's personal experience with a flood destroying her home. The book is special because it not only identifies with victim's of natural disasters but allows... Continue Reading →
I thoroughly enjoy showing off the excellent resources our library has. I think I also have a secret passion for research in general. I am always encountering reasons to look up things. Whether it is the definition of a word, the life of a famous person, or obscure facts that strike my fancy I am always utilizing our library and... Continue Reading →
I am always inspired by the many events going on during the school day. This week the Jr. High Science Fair had me thinking about how useful our library is to the students when they have less literary assignments. I decided to pretend I was entering a science fair and see what I came up... Continue Reading →
I am eternally grateful to our Sub Librarian Nicole Jones. She did an amazing job! I thought she deserved a shout out on our blog as she will be missed. I have heard from the children how fun she was. It is always nice to have a new perspective and she certainly inspired me with her lesson... Continue Reading →
A new shipment of library books came into the library this week! I felt as giddy as a kid on Christmas as I unpacked the two giant boxes of gorgeous books and placed them on the shelves for the students to enjoy. Of course the first thing I said to the 4th graders that came... Continue Reading →
The Country of the Month for March is Thailand!Thailand is such an intriguing country. I have two friends who went to Thailand last January and they came back absolutely mesmerized by the people, sights, and culture. Whenever anyone asks about their trip, they both exclaim it was the best place they have ever, ever, ever... Continue Reading →
What would childhood be without Dr. Seuss? As an adult, when I come across Dr. Seuss books I find myself clutching them to my chest and instantly feeling nostalgic for the days when Green Eggs and Ham and The Sneetches and Other Stories were the most well worn books on my shelf at home. As a teacher I am... Continue Reading →
This week in the library, in honor of Valentine's day, I read Love is a Handful of Honey by Giles Andreae to the Kindergartners. It is a sweet and engaging book with charming illustrations. After the read aloud, the class and I worked together to create a circle map defining what love means to us. The discussion... Continue Reading →
10 Fun Facts About Australia Take the quiz "All About Australia for Kids" below to test your knowledge about the country of the month. Answers and further information are at the end of the quiz. Good Luck! 1. What is another name for Australia? In The Middle Over There Down Under Up Over 2. Which... Continue Reading →
What an incredible week it has been in the library! First, the library gained a very special new patron ... WELCOME BABY EDWIN! Second, while baby Edwin's mama (the fabulous SPA librarian) is on maternity leave, I, the substitute librarian, am stepping in to fill her shoes. My name is Mrs. Jones and I cannot... Continue Reading →
Sometimes it is really hard to write this blog. I feel like I should be posting at least three times a week if not more. But you and I both know, I don't usually make my three times a week goal 😦 Anyway, I have been thinking all day, "what to write, what to write,... Continue Reading →
Earlier I wrote about finding unique biographies. I love learning about people and their accomplishments. Because of this I have been taking a close look at our biography section. We have a wonderful collection of biographies for all ages. Many of them are picture books meant to introduce children to influential people. While perusing the biography section... Continue Reading →
The Falcon's Fables 