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Library Update

January 2016 * Teacher version

Library UpdateJanuary 2016 * Teacher version

Update

Both schools have received new book orders, come and check them out!


Or, if you want to see what we have, sign into your ***Destiny account, do a search, set up a resource list for yourself or for students. The library website features many of the new books in the spotlight, and also a short slideshow of ALA Youth Media Award winning books. (***if you don't know your password, ask Rhonda, Carlene or me)


Over then next month or two you might receive emails asking if you want some of the items we are weeding from the collection or clearing from the rooms to make better use of space.


The photos show SMHS's new character ed decor that was added last weekend, we love it and hope you do, too! Thanks to Mr. Termaat for spearheading this project. ;-)


This month's update includes:


  • Books becoming movies in 2016
  • Recommended tools
  • Best websites of 2015
  • many PD opps - near, far, and remotely

Books that will be Movies in 2016!

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The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey

(in theaters Jan. 15; targeted to teens)

An alien invasion has killed most of humanity in this intense science-fiction adventure set during the invasion's aftermath. Cassie Sullivan (Chloe Grace Moretz), on a quest to reunite with her little brother, is wounded and nursed back to health by a mysterious stranger, Evan Walker (Alex Roe). But the invaders are planning a new level of treachery that threatens to destroy every last human survivor.

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The Great Gilly Hopkins by Katherine Paterson

(in theaters Feb. 19; targeted to kids)

Gilly Hopkins is one tough cookie -- she beats up boys and terrorizes her teachers and foster parents. But she meets her match in Mrs. Trotter, whose strongest weapon is unconditional love. The film adaptation of this Newbery Honor book stars Sophie Nélisse (The Book Thief) as Gilly and Kathy Bates as Mrs. Trotter.
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Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

(in theaters March 4; targeted to teens)

A girl (Emilia Clarke) in a tiny English town becomes the caretaker of an adventurer who was left a quadriplegic (Sam Claflin) after an accident. He's bent on assisted suicide, while she aims to give him something to live for. Their transformative relationship keeps the novel from becoming maudlin; hopefully, the movie can maintain that balance.
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Allegiant: Divergent, Book 3 by Veronica Roth

(in theaters March 18; targeted to teens)

This final installment in the Divergent series picks up where Insurgent left off: The Factionless, led by Tobias' mother, Evelyn, have emerged victorious, but a band of revolutionary dissenters called the Allegiant hopes to depose Evelyn and reinstate a kinder, gentler form of faction rule. The novel is told in alternating points of view between Tris (Shailene Woodley) and Tobias (Theo James), so it will be interesting to see how the film reflects that.
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Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs

(in theaters July 1; targeted to teens)

The first book in the multivolume Tarzan series introduces readers to an English boy raised by apes in the African jungle after his parents are killed. The film The Legend of Tarzan, starring Alexander Skarsgard as the vine-swinging hunk, follows Tarzan's adventures after he's called back from his home in London to investigate a mining operation. The original novel, while viewed as a classic, features lurid human and animal violence, as well as racial and gender stereotypes that make it ripe for discussion from our 21st-century perspective.
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Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life by James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts

(in theaters Oct. 7; targeted to kids)

This irreverent story of middle school life centers on Rafe, a boy who becomes the target of a bully. He develops a strong friendship with Leo, whose drawings enliven the pages and add to the appeal for reluctant readers. Steve Carr (of Paul Bart: Mall Cop) directs, and Griffin Gluck (of the TV showRed Band Society) plays Rafe.
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A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness

(in theaters Oct. 17; targeted to teens)

A giant yew tree haunts a boy dealing with his mother's terminal illness in this moving story of love and loss, amplified by Jim Kay's dramatic pen-and-ink illustrations. Menacing but also protective, fierce, and funny, the tree makes young Conor's pain more bearable by giving him something tangible to fight against. The movie stars Liam Neeson as the Monster, Lewis MacDougall as Conor, Felicity Jones as his mum, and Sigourney Weaver as Grandma.

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Fantastical Beasts and Where to Find Them by J.K. Rowling

(in theaters Nov. 18; targeted to kids)

Rowling's short book (adapted as Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them) purports to be a Hogwarts textbook that describes various beasts and dragons but doesn't tell a story. For the film, which stars Eddie Redmayne as textbook author Newt Scamander, Rowling wrote an original story about Scamander's adventures in New York's secret community of witches and wizards 70 years before Harry Potter first arrived at Hogwarts.

Tools and Website Reviews

Fluency Tutor for Google Offers Even More FREE Features to Support Literacy!






The folks over at Texthelp have created some amazing accessibility tools to support all students, including digital tools to support literacy, struggling readers and ELL. Oh, and since Texthelp is a Google for Education partner, their tools work seamlessly with your Google login, and integrate with Google Drive and Google Classroom. Fluency Tutor is a “freemium” app, but the great news is that they have added even more features to the FREE version.

BEST Learning Websites of 2015

Kaizena

Make feedback count, save time assessing digital work on Google Drive
Visit Website


Graphite's review https://www.graphite.org/website/kaizena

Project Ed

Aspiring filmmakers converge to create video content for the classroom
Visit Website


Graphite's review https://www.graphite.org/website/project-ed

Conferences and PPL

Recharge Ed - January 16th

Personalized Learning Unconference is set to happen on January 16th 8-3 at Kettle Moraine Middle School in Dousman, WI.


Register Here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recharge-ed-tickets-20042927937


RechargeEd is an unconference event. It uses a format modeled after Edcamp that allows for the participants to be the leaders of their own learning...

PD in PJs - from Tammy Lind

Typically, the events will take place on the THIRD Thursday and THIRD Sunday of every month at 8:00PM. You are able to participate on any internet capable device and in order to accommodate busy schedules the topic is the same for both evenings.


We will hold our first PD in PJs Thursday January 21st and Sunday January 24th at 8:00.


Our topic for the month is GOOGLE CLASSROOM.

Classroom is the resource to use with all things Google to organize, share and archive student work. It also has a quick question feature built in to use as a way to begin online discussions with kids. As we move further into the 1:1 device program, Classroom becomes an invaluable way for you to keep track of student work, grades, discussions and more. It is crazy easy to use too! Classroom can be used starting in 1st grade and all the way through high school.

SDSM Unconference - from TILT - Choose Your Own Adventure

During the inservice afternoon on February 22nd, we will hold a "Choose Your Own Adventure" Unconference for anyone that may be available and interested.


If you recall, last year on March 18th we held a district-wide unconference that was very well received. We would like to give everyone the opportunity to have that positive experience again this year. At our unconference last year we had 39 unique sessions pitched! We are hoping to continue that momentum.


For anyone that has not experienced an unconference, please talk with your colleagues, see the website, or check in with a Technology Integration Leadership Team (TILT) member. The website has last year's schedule board as well as information about unconferences (aka "EdCamps").


At this time, all we need to know is how many people we might expect to attend our unconference on February 22nd so that we can prepare enough space and breakout areas. If you haven't already, here's another opportunity to fill out the 1 question survey (really!) to let us know if you will attend. Please click this link for the survey:


https://docs.google.com/a/sdsm.k12.wi.us/forms/d/1aUVTYKthtHoulUxMuMpj8SPT6jjkRozQ3RY-_9yOh-A/viewform

Discovery Education Academies - March 1-4 - FREE!

Discovery Education Leadership, Literacy, Math and STEM Academies are being cohosted with Cedarburg School District and Mequon-Thiensville School District.


Location:

Range Line School

11040 N. Range Line Rd.

Mequon, WI 53092


Each Academy includes:


  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Certificate of attendance (6 hours of professional development)
  • 60-day free trial to Discovery Education Science, Math, Social Studies Techbook or Streaming Plus


Choose from four Academies offering a unique combination that brings together best practices in digital integration with proven, research-based instructional practices.


Sessions:


March 1

Literacy and Common Core Instruction in a Digital World

• Literacy instruction and assessment strategies to support the development of digitally literate students in preparation for college and career expectations.


• Instructional strategies aligned to the expectations of college and career readiness, including critical reading, teaching academic vocabulary with complex texts, and using digital media and digital tools.


• Strategies to leverage digital resources in support of balanced literacy and content area

classrooms.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discovery-education-literacy-and-common-core-instruction-in-a-digital-world-co-hosted-with-mequon-tickets-19188098118


March 2


Teaching and Assessing Common Core Math Academy in a Digital World

• Focuses on instructional practices and assessment strategies to support the development of mathematically proficient students in preparation for college and career expectations.


• Includes the integration and effective use of digital tools and resources into math instruction and assessments to build students mathematical literacy skills.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discovery-education-teaching-and-assessing-common-core-math-academy-in-a-digital-world-co-hosted-tickets-19189103124


March 3


Strategies to Support Digital Literacy and the Common Core

• Practical leadership strategies to support teachers in their implementation of digital literacy instruction and assessment as to prepare all students for college and career

readiness.


• District and school-wide capacity building to implement digital literacy throughout all disciplines in all classrooms.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discovery-education-strategies-to-support-digital-literacy-and-the-common-core-academy-co-hosted-tickets-19190600603


March 4


STEM Academy

• An intense focus on instructional practices to successfully apply a STEM philosophy in their classroom, school, or district.


• A dive into what these practices look like and how to build them into the curriculum

to maximize student engagement and achievement.


• STEM instructional strategies connected to the demands of the standards and NGSS.


• Action steps for immediate application of their learning.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discovery-education-stem-academy-co-hosted-with-mequon-thiensville-school-district-and-cedarburg-tickets-19192287649

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Diana Knight

Library Media Specialist/Ed Tech


Library webpages:


High School

Middle

Email: dknight@sdsm.k12.wi.us
Website: www.pickyreader.com
Phone: 414-766-5104
Twitter: @sdsmREADS