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January / February 2024
By Alice N. Johnson, Library Media Specialist | ajohnson@dedham.k12.ma.us
Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm | DHS Library Website
From the Librarian
From the Librarian
Happy New Year! In this newsletter you can learn about our annualšBlind Date with a Book programšwhich will run through the month of February. Read about our new books and learn about our recent access to a digital magazines through Sora. Check out the Art I project that is currently on display in the library. Learn about the Coretta Scott King Book Award. Read book reviews written by students. Teachers, find out about our class set of iPads.
Donāt forget to let us know if you want to grab a book (or two or three) for these cold winter days. We'll be happy to help!
Wishing you all the best for 2024!
ā Mrs. Johnson
"I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes, then you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself, changing your world. You're doing things you've never done before, and more importantly, you're doing something."
ā Neil Gaiman, English Author (1960- )
š Will You Find a Good Match? šStop by and try it!
During the month of February, the Library is offering . . .
During the month of February, the Library is offering . . .
š Blind Date with a Book - Don't judge a book by it's cover!š
š Blind Date with a Book - Don't judge a book by it's cover!š
Hereās how it will work:
Hereās how it will work:
During February, Blind Date with a Book selections will be on display in the library. Stop by!
Browse our gift-wrapped selection of 100+ books. We will give you a few clues about each book, but we are not going to show you the cover or tell you the title or author.
Find a book you like and then bring it up to the circulation desk for checkout.
Unwrap your book, see what it is, and start reading!
When you finish your book, complete the digital āRate My Dateā card to let us know what you thought of the "date" (book). A bookmark with a QR code to the form will be provided.
Return your book to the Library. If you are interested, you can try another blind date with a book!
NEW BOOKS!!
NEW BOOKS!!
SO MANY new books have just arrived and are ready for you to borrow!
The majority of our book orders for the year have now arrived! Stop by the library to see some of the 250+ titles we've added. Ā There's a little bit of everything: mysteries & thrillers, realistic fiction, fantasy, sci-fi, romance, historical fiction, sports, fitness, biographies, music, crafts, science, graphic novels, and more! Hopefully you'll find something that interests you.
As always, if you have any suggestions for future library purchases, please fill out our DHS Library Book Suggestion Form.
Digital Magazines Are Here!
Digital Magazines Are Here!
Full-text digital magazines are now available through Sora. Log in with your school email account to read any of the almost 300 titles. Magazines are simultaneous use which means that everyone at school can read the same magazine at the same time. There is also no limit on how many issues you can borrow.
Click here to learn more!
Zines
Student artwork currently on display in the Library!
Student artwork currently on display in the Library!
Students in Ms. Sousa's Art 1 class explored the art of making zines as a way to visually communicate ideas.Ā Zines are small artist produced publications that can include text, images, artwork, and anything else that helps express the artistās message. Each student designed a zine around a topic that interested them, created copies of their work, and shared their work with classmates.
Artists with work on Display:
Maddie P, Alisa K , Bismarck T, Jaden T, Kylie B, Matt C, Bridget S, Brooke M, Isabelle J, Jorge F, Siena s, Zane D, Luciano L, Sam M, Ava U, Luisa B, Jenah U, Megan K., Sam B
Celebrating Black History Month
by Recognizing the Coretta Scott King Award Recipients
Celebrating Black History Month
by Recognizing the Coretta Scott King Award Recipients
Founded in 1969, āthe Coretta Scott King Book Awards are given annually to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values.Ā The award commemorates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and honors his wife, Mrs. Coretta Scott King, for her courage and determination to continue the work for peace and world brotherhood.ā Visit this site to learn more about the award and see a list of current nominees and past recipients. Coretta Scott King Book Award winners and honor books will be on display in the library during February.
Book Reviews by Students for Students
Book Reviews by Students for Students
Take a look at the student-written book reviews below. These books are available in print, ebook, and audiobook through the DHS Library. Let us know if you would like to borrow one of them. We're also looking for additional students to write book reviews to be included in the library newsletter and/or posted around the library. If you are interested, complete this form.
FIC MCM
One of Us Is Lying
by Karen McManus
One of Us Is Lying
by Karen McManus
Review by Sophie Piro, 11th grade
One of Us Is Lying is a murder mystery about five students who walk into detention, but only four make it out alive. This book is captivating and thrilling, with an ending that I didnāt predict. It is full of suspense and it is fun to read the different characterās perspectives. If you like this book, there are two more that continue the story!
FIC SHU
Scythe
by Neal Shusterman
Scythe
by Neal Shusterman
Reviewed by Sophie Piro, 11th grade
Scythe, one of a four-book series, is a fantastic dystopian novel. If you love Neal Shustermanās books, you should definitely read this series. Set in the future, the world has conquered death. However, in order to keep the population at a reasonable number, scythes are chosen to kill more than 200 people a year. Scythes act like the government in this dystopian world. The main characters, Rowan and Citra, are chosen to be a famous scytheās apprentice, who is known for choosing a different method of murder every time he gleans someone. Follow these two teenagers as they learn how to master the art of killing and what it means to be a scythe. This book is fast paced and keeps you hooked!Ā
Library iPads for Class Projects
Library iPads for Class Projects
Teachers -- Did you know that the DHS Library has a set of iPads available for your in-school projects? Theses devices are great for supporting creative projects where students need to record video and/or audio. Any "work" students create can be uploaded to Google Drive and shared using Google Classroom. Try them out when you might need to used a specialized app, such as iMovie, Clips, GarageBand, DoInk, or Chatterpix. (Any additional iPad apps need to be approved and installed through communication with the Technology Team through HSservice.) These devices can be borrowed from the Library by any DHS teacher and are for in-school use only ā they cannot go home.Ā
Please contact the library if you are interested in using these devices for an upcoming class project!
āBecause I'm the kind of girl who fantasizes about being trapped in a library overnight.ā
ā Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
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