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August 2018

Workshops for students and teachers

In the first month of August, teachers and students have been learning more about the McCorkle K-8 Library. Before the school year officially began, many teachers attended the first ever Library Open House. They previewed Quarter 1 workshops to be offered, toured the less-frequently visited areas, and were shown all the different resources available (we're more than just books!).


In our Destiny database workshop, kindergartners practiced using shelf markers and saw how they can use the computer to search for different types of books. Fourth and fifth graders brought in their own laptops and practiced logging into their Destiny accounts, searching for books using the database, creating personal lists, and actually finding their favorites in the library. Teachers were shown the power of personal accounts, how to access collections locally and across the district, and were provided ideas on how to share lists with students and colleagues.


Read more in our Tech Support section about the KEVA Planks workshops! Educational fun for learners of all ages!

COMMUNITY OF READERS

Can you guess what staff members like to read?

On September 4th, we will kick off our first Community of Readers contest! To play, come to the library and pick up a contest sheet. How closely can you match the pictures of the staff members on the wall to the pictures of the books they've selected as a favorites? You will have one week to submit your guesses. The winner will be announced at the end of the week. He/she will receive a gift bag of prizes and have a picture posted on our Community of Readers bulletin board.


Our Community of Readers program is designed to engage everyone at McCorkle in activities promoting literacy. Keep eyes and ears open for the second activity in mid-September.

TECH SUPPORT

KEVA Planks workshop highlights budding engineers and architects

STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) can be part of an interactive school library program; it is embedded in McCorkle Library's makerspace and exploration areas; however, not everyone knows what we have or how to use it. The first STEM workshop challenged students to build structures using KEVA planks. Students in kinder, first, second, fourth, fifth, and seventh worked with elements of design and scientific principles through activities stimulating problem solving and activating growth mindset.


Teachers, if you missed a workshop, but would like to be invited to the second round, please contact the librarian.

WHAT NOW? WHAT NEXT?

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Scholastic Book Fair @ McCorkle: September 10-14

Our Book Fair will be held in the Cyber Cafe during the week of September 10th. Shop at school (9/10-14) or online (9/5-9/18) @http://www.scholastic.com/bf/marybellemccorkle



Volunteers are welcome! If you would like to volunteer, please contact the main office or speak to the library staff.



Library and teacher wish lists will be available, so if you are able to purchase a book for the school or for a classroom, we thank you!

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K-3 Family Reading Night: September 12

McCorkle families of students in kindergarten through third grade are invited to attend Family Reading Night on September 12th in Building 300. Adults and children will be encouraged to read together, participate in fun activities, and learn a little more about how to improve literacy at home.


Every child who attends will take home a free book!

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Recommended New Arrival: Gardening Lab for Kids

Like to get your hands dirty? Want to grow something beautiful or edible? This book by Renata Fossen Brown is very accessible and is filled with about a dozen garden projects to be completed by adults and children. With just a few simple items, you can get started on these gardening experiments right away!


Find the book in the nonfiction area: 635.083 Bro.

Thank you for supporting Mary Belle McCorkle Academy of Excellence K-8 Library