We've been super busy in the LRC! If you have been following our Instagram you've probably noticed that we've been doing lots of reading, researching, and learning about books! We've been promoting the Monarch list for readers in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. The Monarch Award: Illinois' K-3 Readers' Choice Award was established in 2003 by the Illinois school library media association (ISLMA, now AISLE) to help Kindergarten through 3rd grade readers become familiar with books, illustrators and authors and encourage children to read critically; and to develop a statewide awareness of outstanding literature for children. The award name and image was chosen as a symbol of growth, change and freedom and to help familiarize students Illinois’ state insect. We've been reading and using many of these books for our lessons in the LRC. In February, we'll be voting for our favorite with other students across Illinois. If you want to check out the list and read some over break, click here.
For students in Grades 3-5, students are encouraged to read from the Bluestem list. The Bluestem Award is designed for students in grades 3-5 who are ready for longer titles than found on the Monarch list, but not quite ready for the sophistication of some of the Rebecca Caudill titles. This award is named in honor of Big Bluestem which is the state prairie grass, the award may include both timeless classics and current titles, as well as books that have appeared on Monarch and Rebecca Caudill lists. Last year’s winner was El Deafo, by Cece Bell. To check out the books on the list, click here.
We are hoping that all students and their favorite grown ups participate Winter Break Reading BINGO! This is a GREAT way to keep reading over break, and have some fun doing so. Feel free to email any pictures of your children or family completing activities.
Mrs. Bauer and I are open to any and all feedback, so please drop us a suggestion if you have one! Simply click here and share!
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Your LRC Squad
