Wow, where did the summer go? Considering we had many rainy days this summer, I hope students spent at least part of that time curled up with a great book.
The library is starting the 2011-2012 school year in full gear. Not only are there hundreds of new books just waiting to be read, we will host a Scholastic Book Fair on September 14!
Stay tuned for more updates including contests, special events, new book titles and more!
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Friday, June 17, 2011
Something to look forward to!
Wimpy Kid fans will be thrilled to hear that in November, 2011 Jeff Kinney's new book will be released.
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| In the new book, the Heffley family is kept indoors by a major snowfall, and Kinney said his inspiration was, in part, the "tough New England winter" that just passed. |
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
How Many Days Left?
If you are counting, you will know that there are only 13 days of school left. All school library books should be returned by June 9. If you have not finished your book, keep reading and try to get it in as soon as possible.
Classes will continue to visit the library for fun literacy activities for another week.
Just because school will soon be over doesn't mean you should stop reading though! Check out the public library for details about their 2011 Summer Reading Program themed "SPLASH" and find out how you can earn some great prizes! Visit http://cehlibrary.ednet.ns.ca/branches/branches-tata.htm to learn more. They tell me they have some very cool prizes up for grabs this year!
Thank you to everyone who supported our Scholastic BOGO Book Fair last week. We had over $2000 in sales which translates to approx. $1000 going to two charities: IWK and Big Brothers Big Sisters. It was great to see so many families stocking up for summer reading!
Classes will continue to visit the library for fun literacy activities for another week.
Just because school will soon be over doesn't mean you should stop reading though! Check out the public library for details about their 2011 Summer Reading Program themed "SPLASH" and find out how you can earn some great prizes! Visit http://cehlibrary.ednet.ns.ca/branches/branches-tata.htm to learn more. They tell me they have some very cool prizes up for grabs this year!
Thank you to everyone who supported our Scholastic BOGO Book Fair last week. We had over $2000 in sales which translates to approx. $1000 going to two charities: IWK and Big Brothers Big Sisters. It was great to see so many families stocking up for summer reading!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Rick Riordan Wins!
Fans of Rick Riordan will not be surprised to learn that he was the recipient of the Author Of The Year Award. Check out the following article in USA Toady for more details...
http://www.usatoday.com/life/books/news/2011-05-02-riordan-childrens-choice_N.htm
For more information about Rick and his amazing books check out his web site at http://www.rickriordan.com/home.aspx
Scholastic has a neat poster you are able to print ...
http://www.scholastic.ca/clubs/activities/images/ACT_GreekEgyptianPoster.pdf
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| Check out the graphic novel The Lightning Thief in the library! |
Friday, April 29, 2011
Check out a great book...
There are many things to celebrate & be aware of in May. Mother's Day and Victoria Day come to mind but here are some others...
- MS Awareness Month
- Emergency Preparedness Month
- 1st week of may is International Youth Week as well as National Composting Awareness Week
- May 3: World Press Freedom day
- May 6: World Asthma Day
- May 5-10 National Astronomy Week
- 3rd week: Safe Boating Week
- May 29: Active Healthy Kids Day
- Arnold Lobel (Frog & Toad)
- Patricia MacLachlan (Sarah Plain & Tall)
- Leo Lionni (Fish is Fish)
- Bruce Coville (The Monster in the Big Brass Bed)
Friday, April 8, 2011
WOW Reading Challenge Results
Our school participated in the Adopt-A-Library Program this year. We enjoy a little competition so why not make a sport of reading? Students were reminded that to improve your hockey or basketball skills, you must practice. Reading is the same...to improve your literacy skills, you must practice.
We were put to the test with a reading challenge involving over 80 schools. The official results are in...we placed 2nd in our division. Way to go! Watch our blog for WOW updates as a presentation will be made to our library later this month.
Thanks you to students for reading & logging it. Thank you to staff and parents for reminding students to log their reading and pass totals in to Mrs. Schmidt each week. Thank you to Constable Jane and Constable John Kennedy for partnering with us to promote literacy in our school!
For more information about Adopt-A-Library visit http://www.fightingcrime.ca/
We were put to the test with a reading challenge involving over 80 schools. The official results are in...we placed 2nd in our division. Way to go! Watch our blog for WOW updates as a presentation will be made to our library later this month.
Thanks you to students for reading & logging it. Thank you to staff and parents for reminding students to log their reading and pass totals in to Mrs. Schmidt each week. Thank you to Constable Jane and Constable John Kennedy for partnering with us to promote literacy in our school!
For more information about Adopt-A-Library visit http://www.fightingcrime.ca/
Monday, March 21, 2011
Spring is Here!
Spring is about new beginnings. The snow has melted, the flowers are starting to emerge, robins have been sighted and the days are longer! Begin a new book this month, there are so mnay to choose from. Mrs. Schmidt has been busy processing books received from the Adopt-A-Library Program as well as donations from Read-by-the-Sea.
From gardening, cooking & crafts to adventure, fantasy and graphic novels, there is something new for all interests and all reading levels. Visit the school library for a great book!
From gardening, cooking & crafts to adventure, fantasy and graphic novels, there is something new for all interests and all reading levels. Visit the school library for a great book!
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