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Students will demonstrate the ability to locate, evaluate, and use information effectively from various library resources including books, digital databases, and multimedia materials.

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Students will understand and practice responsible use of technology and digital resources, including proper citation and respect for intellectual property.

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Students will navigate the library independently, understand the organization system, and demonstrate proper care and handling of library materials.

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Students will develop a love for reading through exposure to diverse genres, authors, and formats while building critical thinking skills through literature discussions.

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Essential Question: How do we find what we need in the library? Students work in pairs to locate different sections of the library using picture clues. This collaborative activity helps young learners become familiar with library layout and organization.

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Printable Library Scavenger Hunts: 15 Ideas Kids Will Love - That’s So Montessori

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Embark on a magical journey with these library scavenger hunt ideas, perfect for elementary-aged learners. Find out how cool the library is!

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Direct instruction on the Dewey Decimal System followed by hands-on practice. Students learn the 10 main categories and practice locating books using call numbers. Includes interactive games and sorting activities.

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Dewey Decimal Game | Sixth Form Study Skills

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Using your knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System:

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Guided practice where students research a chosen author using library databases and print resources. Students work in small groups to create presentations about their author's life, writing style, and popular works. Perfect opportunity to use Padlet for sharing findings!

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Independent practice where students explore different literary genres through self-selected reading. Students complete genre passport activities and participate in book talks to share discoveries with classmates.

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Advanced students learn to evaluate sources, take notes, and cite materials properly. Extension activity includes creating a mini-research project on a topic of interest using multiple library resources.

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Additional support for emerging readers through interactive read-alouds, vocabulary building, and simple book handling skills. Includes sensory activities and picture book predictions.

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Engaging Students with Interactive Read-Alouds | Continental Educational Publisher

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Want to make the most of your read-aloud time? Check out these helpful tips for planning an interactive read-aloud with your students.

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Formative assessment tool to observe students' ability to locate materials, handle books properly, and navigate library spaces independently. Use during guided practice activities.

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Summative assessment covering online safety, proper technology use, and understanding of digital respect. Appropriate for grades 3-5 with modified versions for younger students.

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Assessment tool for evaluating student presentations about books they've read. Measures comprehension, communication skills, and ability to make recommendations to peers.

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Comprehensive rubric for assessing students' ability to locate appropriate sources, take organized notes, and present findings clearly. Includes criteria for proper citation and source evaluation.

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Students complete an exit ticket sharing one new thing they learned about the library, one skill they practiced, and one question they still have. Encourages metacognition and future learning goals.

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Group discussion where students share their favorite book, resource, or library area discovered during the lesson. Builds community and encourages peer recommendations.

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Students set personal reading or research goals for the coming week. Share goals with a partner for accountability and support. Consider using Padlet for goal tracking and peer encouragement!

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Students track their independent reading at home using a simple log. Include space for title, author, pages read, and a brief reaction. Connects to building lifelong reading habits.

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Students visit their local public library with family members and complete a simple activity sheet about their experience. Builds connections between school and community resources.

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Students research additional books by their studied author using online catalogs or databases. Create a wish list of books to read next and practice using digital library tools.