Teacher Resources
Library Closet Resources
Dictionaries
Different levels of dictionaries available in class sets.
Rhyming dictionaries, Spanish dictionaries, and Thesaurus' also available.
Encyclopedias
We have a set of encyclopedias teachers can use for classroom use.
A newer set is available on the Online Britannica edition: https://kslib.info/researchforkids
Calculators
Class sets and jumbo calculators available!
DVDs
DVD players can also be checked out.
Science Standards
Read Alouds
Read aloud books available for science topics and separated based on each Next Generation science standard. (K-5)
Math Interventions
Read Alouds
Read aloud books available on math topics for math interventions.
Workroom Resources
SEL Read Alouds
If you are needing a read aloud book on a certain topic or character trait, this is a good starting point in your search. These books cover many aspects of social and emotional learning.
Binding
Most aides have experience using the binder. If you need help, ask an aide or the library for assistance.
Laminating
To make sure our laminator is working properly, Mrs. Valerie does all laminating for the building. If you need something laminated, fill out a pink ticket and leave your project by the laminator.
Laminating is done of Tuesdays and Thursdays so please plan ahead.
Ellison Press
Letters/Shapes
These are simple and easy way to create a bulletin board or decorate a door. Multiple fonts and shapes are available.
Construction Paper
We buy full size construction paper. They can be cut in half for smaller sheets or 1/8th for the Ellison Press. We try to keep the workroom stocked, but more paper is available in the hallway closet.
Attic Resources
Recycled Materials
Many recycled items are available in the attic: shoeboxes, magazines, cereal boxes, cardboard tubes, etc...
Science Resources
Many items needed for science lessons can be found in the attic: beakers, cylinders, slides, flashlights, etc...
Math Resources
Math manipulatives, scales, weights, 3d shapes, meter sticks, etc... are available for teacher use.
Science Book Sets
Sets of picture books on science topics are available in the attic for checkout.
Leveled Readers
There are many sets of leveled readers available in the attic for interventions and small groups in below, at, and above grade level.
Big Books
These large size books are great for read alouds with PreK-1 grade classes.
Bulletin Board
Big Paper
Lots of colors to choose from, the big bulletin board paper is up in the attic.