Library News
Dear Readers,
Thank you for all your patience at the start of the new school year. We completed our fiction reorganization project with the help from many parents – thank you, thank you! The fiction collection (over 5,000 books) is divided up into four new groups: Picture books (PIC FIC), books in a series (SERIES FIC), everybody readers (ER FIC) and chapter books (FIC). This should help students find the book that’s right for them.
To facilitate students in finding the right books, lessons are provided throughout the year. All students have been given tours and maps of the library to understand the new organization. Lessons on how to find fiction and nonfiction books occur all year long. For example, students in all grades learn about the Dewey Decimal System for nonfiction and author scavenger hunts for fiction. Lessons begin as whole group and sometimes continue in pairs or small groups. In addition, lessons on our on-line catalog are provided. Finally, read alouds and book talks occur throughout the year.
Happy Reading, Mrs. Bizier
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Curriculum
The library program encourages students to become effective users of ideas and information, independent critical thinkers, and passionate about reading. Lessons are developed in conjunction with the school’s curriculum to create an integrated learning experience. All students in grades 1-4 visit the library a minimum of once a week to borrow books. Individual students may visit the library during the day with teacher permission. Additional time is scheduled to assist classroom activities on a flexible basis.
Checkout Policy
Students in grades 1-4 may checkout two items (combination of book/CD/Magazine). Exceptions are made for school projects and items put on hold. Items are not date stamped, but students should return items within a reasonable time (1-2 weeks). Items may be renewed if needed.
Volunteers
Thank you to all the volunteers that help keep our library running smoothly. There is always a need for more volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact me in person, by email or our parent library volunteer coordinator, Sue Hall. Activities can be as follows: shelving, organizing shelves, pulling books for projects, repairing books, updating the bulletin board, etc. No experience necessary, flexible hours and quick training is available.
Nutmeg Award
The Nutmeg Children's Book Award encourages children in grades 4-6 to read quality literature and to choose their favorite from a list of ten nominated titles. Jointly sponsored by the Connecticut Library Association (CLA) and the Connecticut Educational Media Association (CEMA), the Nutmeg Committee is comprised of children's librarians, school library media specialists and teachers.
All books nominated for the award must be:
- A work of fiction, with appeal for readers in grades 4-6;
- Written by an author who currently resides in the United States;
- Copyrighted in the United States, and first published no more than five years from date of selection;
- Currently in print, and available in paper back as well as hard cover;
- Well-written, with strong characterization, a vivid setting, striking language, a well-constructed plot, and a plausible conclusion.
- Students in grades 4, 5 and 6th grade vote by official NCBA ballot in January for their favorite title at school.
- Each student may vote only once
The Nutmeg Children's Book Award Committee is proud to announce the 2008, Grades 4 - 6 Nutmeg Children's Book Award Nominees: |
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BEAR NAMED TROUBLE by Marion Dane Bauer
Jonathan, a ten year old with a passion for animals, is devastated when a brown bear kills his favorite animal at the zoo in Anchorage, Alaska. He vows to get even with the bear, and then finds revenge isn't all it's cracked up to be.
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ESCAPING THE GIANT WAVE by Peg Kehret
On a trip to the Oregon coastline, a dream vacation quickly turns into a nightmare for Kyle and his family. Kyle will have to use his wits if he and his sister are to survive an earthquake, a tsunami, and a hotel fire. |
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HATCHING MAGIC by Ann Downer
Take one dragon’s egg, a candy factory, two battling wizards, a time travel vortex, magic cards, a two-headed snake, and a secret circle club, and you have a recipe for “hatching” a fantastic summer vacation. |
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JACKIE'S WILD SEATTLE by Will Hobbs
While their parents are volunteering overseas, Shannon and Cody spend the summer in Seattle with their uncle, a wild life rescuer. Unusual and dangerous rescues and new friendships provide an unexpectedly action-packed summer. |
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THE LIGHTNING THIEF by Rick Riordan
21st century kid Percy Jackson discovers he is the secret son of one of the mythical Greek gods of Mount Olympus . After this discovery, Percy is sent to a summer camp for children of the gods, where he learns to fight monsters and survive against unnatural odds, handy skills for his first quest. |
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PROJECT MULBERRY by Linda Sue Park
Julia and her best friend Patrick decide to conduct a silkworm project for a school club. Along the way they learn as much about patience, tolerance, and friendship as they do about silkworms. |
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THE RAVENMASTER'S SECRET by Elvira Woodruff
It’s 1735. If you had the chance to help rescue a young Scottish prisoner, would you? When two friends risk their lives to free Maddy from the Tower of London, adventure and intrigue are sure to follow. |
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SHREDDERMAN SECRET IDENTITY by Wendelin van Draanen
What’s the best way to get even with a bully? Nolan – alias Shredderman—comes up with a hilarious plan to teach Bubba Bixby a lesson he won’t soon forget. |
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THE SEVEN PROFESSORS OF THE FAR NORTH by John Fardell
How would you go about rescuing your uncle and five other professors who have been kidnapped by an evil scientist? You will need to find the secret underground tunnel that will lead you there! |
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WHITE STAR: A DOG ON THE TITANIC by Marty Crisp
Imagine you are lucky enough to be on the cruise of a lifetime. While on the trip, you explore the ship, meet a wonderful, heroic dog, and end up fighting for your life. |
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