Library Procedures

Each classroom visits the Library for a 45 minute slot 3 to 4 times each month. They will listen to stories, do activities, read books and magazines and best of all, check out books. The number of books checked out varies by grade level. They will also visit the Computer Lab one or two times a month. We use software as well as online sites to practice reading strategies and spelling. Students will also begin learning and using basic computer skills.

First graders may borrow 2 books at a time and keep them for up to 2 weeks. Please keep the book for at least 1 week and read through the book with your child. Encourage your child to read to you. Studies show that reading through the same material several times improves comprehension.

Kindergarteners may borrow 1 book at a time. They may keep the book for 1 week. Please keep the book for the full week. I strongly suggest that you and your child read through their book several times. Use this opportunity to practice letter recognitions and letter sounds. Second semester, they will be able to borrow 2 books at a time and keep them for 1 week.

Books are due at the end of 2 weeks, but may be renewed. No fines are assessed, and overdue notices usually are not sent unless books are 6-7 weeks late.

Students visit the library outside of their scheduled class time during “Open Library”. This is offered daily for students who were absent during the class visit or who need new books to read.