Happy birthday to her!
Friday, December 20, 2013
Saturday, December 7, 2013
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Holiday Activities
Kwanzaa? Hanukkah? Christmas?
Monday, December 2, 2013
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Newest Blog Winners
The grand prize winner is Margo!
Winners of additional prizes are:
Stephanie
Cathy
Joseph
Tamara
Dawn Ann
Thank you all for your wonderful contributions to our library blog!
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Charlotte Zolotow
I used to occasionally use The Quarreling Book in the library and talk about appropriate behavior.
Here is a list of the many many books that she wrote.
Friday, November 22, 2013
Thank you Dawn Ann for being a wonderful example of a Salt Lake City School District Library Technology Teacher! Dawn Ann presented a lesson to fourth grade students in front of several legislators yesterday. She didn't wear this Minnie Mouse outfit, but the one she wore was kind of similar. She described it as something out of "Willy Wonka!"
Thank you!~
Monday, November 18, 2013
Libraries Evolving in Interesting Ways
This is about public libraries and librarianship in general. People have been asking about the future of libraries in the age of technology. Public libraries have been re-inventing themselves and have been embracing "innovative thinking to change their resources, instruction, programming, and services to meet the emerging needs and priorities of their communities." "As a result libraries are redefining the concept of "library collection" by balancing print and ebooks; acquiring materials in multiple formats; providing tools, technology, and software to enable patrons to participate actively in the information world; offering unusual items for checkout, including cookware, fishing poles, and comfort dogs." (American Libraries Periodical Nov./Dec. 2013 pg. 5).
As public libraries re-invent themselves to meet the needs of their communities, how do you feel that school libraries are evolving and changing?
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Friday, November 8, 2013
Where the Wild Things Are
Here is a quiz to test your knowledge of Max and the monsters.
Use this YouTube video to refresh your memory about Max and his wolf suit and his mischief and his boat and the terrible teeth and the terrible claws and the yellow eyes and the wild rumpus.
Do you students like this book? Does it circulate?
Your Students and Public Libraries
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| Day-Riverside Library |
Guesstimate what percentage of your students that you think visit a public library. 2%? 10%? 25%? 50%?
The digital divide is real. We always say that students can use the computers at their public library if they don't have internet access at home. Do you have a feel for whether or not student ever actually do this?
Do you have a relationship with the public library nearest your school? Have you ever done any kind of program with the public library that encourages students and families to get a public library card?
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Patty's Birthday
Happy birthday to her!
Friday, October 25, 2013
Speaking of Historical Fiction
What are some historical fiction titles that circulate well in your library?
Trends in Children's and YA Literature
Do you think there is a lack of historical fiction for young people? If so, what do you think are the trends in literature for children and young adults that are perhaps pushing historical fiction to the sidelines?
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Crazy Hat Day
Leslie has put the pictures of the awesome hats on the library Instagram.
To see the pictures on a computer, you have to be in Chrome (rather than Internet Explorer) to be able to view the pictures without creating an account.
Thanks again to Leslie for our fun activity!
Monday, October 14, 2013
Newest Blog Winners!
The winner of a $50.00 iTunes educational app card is:
Linda H.
Five smaller prizes will arrive through district mail for:
Jill
Karen
John C.
Amy
Marilyn
Thursday, October 10, 2013
By the Light of the Halloween Moon
The books go to:
Sheryl
Pamela
Janice
Amy
Stephanie
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Julie A.'s Birthday
We love her good humor, kindness, and positive attitude. We are so appreciative of her wise leadership in helping us meet the challenges of our ever-changing library profession and for the support that she gives to each of us.
Happy to birthday to our wonderful Julie!
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Friday, October 4, 2013
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Crazy Hat Day
Don't forget about Crazy Hat day on Oct. 8th!
If you have questions, email Leslie.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Book Fairs
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Author Visits
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| Caralyn and Mark Buehner |
How do your students respond to the visits?
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Friday, September 13, 2013
Roald Dahl Day
What is your favorite Roald Dahl book? What Roald Dahl books do your students seem to like?
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Monday, September 9, 2013
Library Checkout
Do you still use the plastic library cards?
Do students key in their student numbers?
Do you search for students by name?
What method works best for your library?
Monday, September 2, 2013
National Better Breakfast Month
How do you feel about breakfast? Do you eat a nutritional breakfast before you leave home in the morning so that you have energy to get you through the teaching day?
Do you eat breakfast while you're driving?
Do you nibble on a banana and a handful of granola when you get to school and are opening up the library?
Do you skip breakfast altogether?
Do you have recommendations for a good breakfast?
Sunday, August 25, 2013
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
Favorite Back to School Books
What are some of your favorite books that you like to read to classes at the beginning of the year?
Sunday, August 18, 2013
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Monday, August 12, 2013
Friday, August 9, 2013
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Carlynn's Birthday
Carlynn is such an asset to Riley. Carlynn is the queen of using Donor.org to acquire much needed supplies as well as materials for great projects in the library.
Happy birthday to Carlynn!
Friday, July 26, 2013
Tim's Birthday
Tim retired from Jordan District and came to us!
We are the recipients of his innovative ideas, the incredible lessons he does with students, his fabulous website, and more! We are so incredibly fortunate for every year that he chooses to stay with us!
Happy birthday to Tim!
Monday, July 22, 2013
Stephanie's Birthday
Stephanie has had a great first year in our district. The Ensign community has benefited from the creative programs and activities she has worked on this year. We're glad to have her in the district!
Happy birthday to her!
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Nancy's Birthday
There is no one like Nancy! Nancy is the hardest worker you will ever encounter in your whole life! Nancy speaks her mind, and you always know where you stand with her. :-)
The District Media Center has relied on her work ethic for many, many years. We love her!
Saturday, July 6, 2013
Linda H.'s Birthday
Linda has been such a happy addition to Lincoln Elementary. She weathered a new job and a library remodel with aplomb and good humor.
Happy birthday to her!
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Leslie's Birthday
Leslie was born in a small hospital right about where the warm springs are in the north part of Salt Lake by the old Children's Museum. She spent most of her growing up years in Davis County.
When she was young, she loved to read books about mountain men! Now, her favorite books are mysteries.
Leslie has had some interesting jobs. She was once a truck driver for four years. She did pick up and delivery for Browning Freight Lines. Once time, her big truck lost its brakes and tipped over on its side! She had to crawl out the window to escape.
Leslie has 2 children and 4 grandchildren. She loves to garden, read, and sew. If she could visit anywhere, it would be Scotland.
Happy birthday to Leslie!
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Tagen Baker
Tagen's husband recently received a wonderful, fullride scholarship to do graduate work at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas.
Tagen is also thinking of pursing a doctorate in English while she is there.
We are going to miss Tagen and wish her and her husband well in their new adventure!
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Marilyn's Birthday
Today is Marilyn's birthday!
Marilyn works hard to make sure that the students at Escalante are proficient at core library skills and practices. She also is an incredible resources to her faculty.
Happy birthday to her!
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