About UsThe media center is open from 7:15 am to 2:15 pm for individual checkout each day. Whole group orientations begin each August. The orientation is designed to be a fun and interactive session that introduces students to media center staff, procedures, book care, and checkout guidelines. Throughout the year, students will have the opportunity to participate in technology/research lessons, storytime, and checkout (whole group and individual).
*Currently, students (1st -5th grade) will be able to checkout 2 books at a time for a 14 day period. Kindergarten students checkout books one at a time. *Exceptions can be made (regarding number of books allowed for each checkout) with parent permission. |
MEDIA COMMITTEE
Each year, I assemble a school library media committee. The committee is composed of the media specialist, an administrator, teachers, and parent representatives.
The committee's duties can include contributing ideas for future materials orders and reviewing books/library materials in the event of a challenge. Communication will primarily take place over email; however, face-to-face meeting/s may be necessary. We are seeking 2 to 3 participants. If you are interested or would like more information, please email Cole Sproat (media specialist) at [email protected].
The committee's duties can include contributing ideas for future materials orders and reviewing books/library materials in the event of a challenge. Communication will primarily take place over email; however, face-to-face meeting/s may be necessary. We are seeking 2 to 3 participants. If you are interested or would like more information, please email Cole Sproat (media specialist) at [email protected].
5 STAR BOOK CLUB
5 Star Book Club is intended for 3rd-5th grade students. To earn prizes, students must read a variety of genres throughout the year and recommend these titles to others. Click here for a tracking sheet. Students will complete constructed-response book reviews in writing (see below) and in a blog style video recording (password protected Flipgrid).
Students who read & review six books before December break can earn a special pizza party, his/her name on the announcements /bulletin board, and a new book to keep forever!
Students who read & review six books before December break can earn a special pizza party, his/her name on the announcements /bulletin board, and a new book to keep forever!
Reading bingo
What is Reading Bingo? (special thanks to Leigh Collazo!)
Reading Bingo is an optional reading incentive program designed to motivate and reward students for reading a variety of books. Students will not receive a grade for participating, and participation is not required.
How does it work?
Early in the school year, students will begin their first Reading Bingo card. Each time the student reads a book in one of the categories, write the title of the book in that space. When the entire card is filled out, a parent, guardian, or teacher will sign the bottom and return the card to the library. Each time the student completes a card, he/she will win a prize and advance to the next level. Completed cards will be kept in a binder in the library.
Why are there specific reading categories on the card?
Listing reading categories serves two purposes: it encourages students to use the library catalog to find different kinds of books, and it encourages them to read books about a wide variety of topics.
Other important information
Reading Bingo is an optional reading incentive program designed to motivate and reward students for reading a variety of books. Students will not receive a grade for participating, and participation is not required.
How does it work?
Early in the school year, students will begin their first Reading Bingo card. Each time the student reads a book in one of the categories, write the title of the book in that space. When the entire card is filled out, a parent, guardian, or teacher will sign the bottom and return the card to the library. Each time the student completes a card, he/she will win a prize and advance to the next level. Completed cards will be kept in a binder in the library.
Why are there specific reading categories on the card?
Listing reading categories serves two purposes: it encourages students to use the library catalog to find different kinds of books, and it encourages them to read books about a wide variety of topics.
Other important information
- You may read the books in any order on your card and choose any titles that fit the categories. The books may come from any source (media center, public library, book fair, classroom, friends, home, etc.).
- The cards should be signed only when they are completely filled out (before they are turned in to the library). Please do not sign cards until all the spaces on the card are completely filled in.
- Each grade will have different book categories on their Bingo cards. There are five card levels (red, orange, yellow, green, blue) for each grade. You may not skip levels.
- Any book read by or to the student between August 1st- May 1st can count)
- Books read in class, by teachers, by a librarian, for class assignments, or in a book club may also count.
- The program ends at the start of May. No cards will be accepted after the final date.
- Your card must be completely full and contain a parent or guardian’s signature before you can turn it in. Partially-completed or unsigned cards will not count.
- Turn in your card in the library. You will get a new card (color-coded for the next level) when you turn in your completed card.
- Each book counts only once. You may not repeat the same book on two separate cards.
Caldecott, Newbery, and Georgia Book Award Nominee Programs
Students completing the criteria listed below will be recognized on the morning announcements, receive a prize, and certificate from the library media center!
Criteria:
2nd Grade- Read 10 Caldecott Award Books and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
3rd Grade- Read 15 Caldecott Award Books and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
4th Grade- Read 3 Newbery Award Winners and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
5th Grade- Read 5 Newbery Award Winners and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
Georgia Children's Book Award Program: (open to 4th and 5th grade students)- Read 3 or more Georgia Children's Book Award Nominees and complete a response sheet for each book
List of Award Winners
Tracking Form
Response Form
Lexile Reading
For students to maintain enjoyment and grow in their reading abilities, they need to select books that are both challenging and engaging. Fortunately, our DESTINY software allows students and families to easily identify this type of reading material.
Your child's teacher can provide a Lexile reading score. This Lexile score can be used when searching for books in the media center's online catalogue (DESTINY). Searching by Lexile score will aid your child in selecting materials that are challenging but not overly difficult (CCSD, 2011).
Helpful Resources
Ed.Gov Parent Page
"Helping your child" publication series
On Guard Online
Excellent internet safety information site
Net Smart
An educational resource to help you keep your family safe while online (for parents only).
Cobb Digital Library
Provides Cobb students with access to high-quality information resources that are specifically selected for their grade level. Access to the resources is provided only to Cobb students, teachers, & parents, so passwords are required for off-campus use. Ask your school library media specialist for the passwords (just send an email to:[email protected])
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4179 Jim Owens Road | Kennesaw, GA 30152 | Office: 770-975-6673 | Fax: 770-975-6675
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Students completing the criteria listed below will be recognized on the morning announcements, receive a prize, and certificate from the library media center!
Criteria:
2nd Grade- Read 10 Caldecott Award Books and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
3rd Grade- Read 15 Caldecott Award Books and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
4th Grade- Read 3 Newbery Award Winners and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
5th Grade- Read 5 Newbery Award Winners and complete a response sheet for each book
Tracking Form
Response Form
Georgia Children's Book Award Program: (open to 4th and 5th grade students)- Read 3 or more Georgia Children's Book Award Nominees and complete a response sheet for each book
List of Award Winners
Tracking Form
Response Form
Lexile Reading
For students to maintain enjoyment and grow in their reading abilities, they need to select books that are both challenging and engaging. Fortunately, our DESTINY software allows students and families to easily identify this type of reading material.
Your child's teacher can provide a Lexile reading score. This Lexile score can be used when searching for books in the media center's online catalogue (DESTINY). Searching by Lexile score will aid your child in selecting materials that are challenging but not overly difficult (CCSD, 2011).
Helpful Resources
Ed.Gov Parent Page
"Helping your child" publication series
On Guard Online
Excellent internet safety information site
Net Smart
An educational resource to help you keep your family safe while online (for parents only).
Cobb Digital Library
Provides Cobb students with access to high-quality information resources that are specifically selected for their grade level. Access to the resources is provided only to Cobb students, teachers, & parents, so passwords are required for off-campus use. Ask your school library media specialist for the passwords (just send an email to:[email protected])
© 2009 Lewis Elementary School / Cobb County School District. All Rights Reserved.
4179 Jim Owens Road | Kennesaw, GA 30152 | Office: 770-975-6673 | Fax: 770-975-6675
CCSD Legal Disclaimer