encouraging students to become competent 21st Century learners
We just recieved a small shipment of new books. Most of the books have been requested by various children. But I also ordered a few that looked cute, cool and interesting. Today I read one of our new picture books to Kindergarten. Let me tell you, I was simply delighted with Duck by Randy Cecil and... Continue Reading →
The 2nd grade class is starting to learn the difference between fiction and non-fiction books. Most of the students already know that non-fiction books are "real" and fiction books are "make believe". The question is how can they tell which type it is just by looking at the book? You have all heard the phrase... Continue Reading →
"Under October's luna, full and bright, the monsters are throwing a ball in the Haunted Hall. Las brujas come on their broomsticks. Los Muertos rise from their coffins to join the fun. Los Esqueletos rattle their bones as they dance though the door. And the scariest creatures of all? Wait until you see them!"This book is a... Continue Reading →
I always enjoy a good folktale with a lesson to be learned. As a librarian I am constantly reading the books in the library. Sometimes I feel like I have read so many books that it is impossible for me to find ones I haven't read. The truth is that our small library will always... Continue Reading →
Do you want to hear screams of excitement in the library?First, I know! Loud noises in a library?! YIKES, unheard of. But, it does happen. Mostly when the children forget themselves and their surroundings and talk, talk, talk, talk.....loudly!But today's screams were of joy and happiness because I, The Falcon, librarian extraordinaire forgot to do something very... Continue Reading →
Every year I look forward to Halloween. It is certainly my favorite holiday. I love decorating the library and reading the children Halloween stories. Usually I stretch cobwebs all over my desk. They extend from shelf to shelf giving the library a haunted look. This year is no exception. The first of October came around... Continue Reading →
I am always looking for ways to introduce classics to our children. In an age where pop culture rules it is sometimes difficult to get the children excited about books that come from a different time and place. Case in point: Shakespeare. When I was younger the word scared me. I will never forget my... Continue Reading →
According to the calendar it is Fall. The time of year for frosty nights and chilly winds. Where we in Southern California hope to see some leaves change colors. We start buying pumpkins and planning our Halloween costumes. Its the time to enjoy fall sweaters with jeans and boots.SO WHY IS IT SO SO SO... Continue Reading →
Three-time world cup champion Pelè has written a children's book about his passion for soccer. Part biography and part simple enthusiasm for an exciting game this book is thrilling in both text and illustration. We are lucky enough to have two versions of the book in our library; one in Spanish and one in English. Both books have you... Continue Reading →
There are a lot of things in store this year for the SP Library. As I look around our space I am happy to see full shelves with books just waiting to be opened. Three short years ago our little library hardly existed and now there are books on every shelf. As the students start... Continue Reading →
As summer approaches and we start dreaming of vacation I am reminded of heat! This Falcon HATES the heat. Sometimes it seems no matter what you do, in the middle of summer you just can't cool off. The character Tess feels exactly the same way in the book "Come on, rain!" by Karen Hesse. This... Continue Reading →
As the school year rapidly comes to an end we welcomed our very last librarian of the day. Corinne Gray, 1st grader, was a delight to have as temporary librarian. She was happy and friendly with every student loving her beautiful smiles. As always I pass off the blog to her. Thank you Corinne!My name... Continue Reading →
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