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October 2023
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 October! Even though we've had more rain than crisp fall air, it is still a great time to cozy up with a good book. Stop by the Library to browse our newest fiction and nonfiction print books or access our eBook/audiobook collection. If you need suggestions, we are happy to help you find the right book. I am in need of some students willing to write book reviews for our library. If interested, see the details below. We're also offering our first makerspace activity of this year later this month. Please sign up if you are interested in attending. Lastly, we're looking for your input into how to make our program and collection better, so please let us know your thoughts on the form linked in this newsletter!
― Mrs. Johnson
"I'm so glad I live glad I live in a world where there are Octobers."
"I'm so glad I live glad I live in a world where there are Octobers."
― from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery, Canadian author (1874-1942)
Hey Readers! We need YOU!
Hey Readers! We need YOU!
We are looking for students interested in writing book reviews which may be featured in our library newsletters, included in our library's online catalog, and/or displayed in our library. Help promote great books to our school community while also improving your writing skills. Complete this form if you are interested and would like to learn more!
Classes visiting the Library
Classes visiting the Library
This month in the library.....
Ms. MacKenzie's English for ELL class visited for a library scavenger hunt where they learned library vocabulary and the location of various resources within our space.
Mr. Medeiros brought in several of his US History I classes to complete an escape room activity. Students were given a scenario where they didn't know who they were, where they were, or when it was. They were then given a series of puzzles and clues, many of which involved library resources, and had to solve the mystery.
Up Next . . . All 9th grade English classes will visit for library orientation & independent reading book selection.
October Makerspace Activity
October Makerspace Activity
Join us as we make miniature paper haunted houses. Use your imagination to come up with your own house design or use a template. How will you connect your pieces? Do you want add extras like a ghost or a pumpkin? You are also welcome to create other paper crafts.
All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity!
Please sign up for this activity which will be held on Tuesday, October 31 during X-Block (**Note: New Date**)
in the DHS Library Makerspace Area (blue hi-top tables).
*****There is a 15 person limit for this activity.*****
Check out the DHS Library Webpage
Check out the DHS Library Webpage
Make sure you visit the DHS Library webpage for all your library needs!
Catalog- locate print books in our Library
Sora- access ebooks and/or audiobooks
Research/Databases- find online research materials including articles and primary sources
LibGuides- a tool to help with specific class projects & assignments, book suggestions, and research tips.
Library News- access current and back issues of our newsletter
Book Recommendations- look here if you need ideas for what to read next
Summer Reading- check back here in the springtime for updates for Summer Reading 2024.
Suggest a Book- let us know if there's a book you would like us to purchase
Feedback- let us know how we're doing
DHS Yearbook Archive- access digital copies of DHS Yearbooks from 1851-1889 and 1932-2016
"I knew nothing but shadows and I thought them to be real."
"I knew nothing but shadows and I thought them to be real."
― from The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, Irish poet and playwright (1854-1900)
Scary Stories!
Scary Stories!
Are you ready to be scared? Are you looking for a chilling tale that will keep you up all night?
Check out our ever-growing collection of scary stories that will be on display in the DHS Library beginning next week. A complete list of these books and many other scary stories can be found here.
"Trick or Treat Yourself to a Good Book!"
Banned Books Week 2023 | October 1-7
Banned Books Week 2023 | October 1-7
This year's theme is “Let Freedom Read”
This year's theme is “Let Freedom Read”
"Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in libraries, bookstores, and schools. Typically (but not always) held during the last week of September, the annual event highlights the value of free and open access to information and brings together the entire book community — librarians, educators, authors, publishers, booksellers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas." (ALA Banned Books Week | About https://bannedbooksweek.org/about/)
Although this issue is highlighted during one week, this is a topic we can give our attention to at any time.
Learn more about Banned Books Week here.
“You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.”
“You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.”
― Ray Bradbury, American author (1920-2012)
Need a Brain Break?
Need a Brain Break?
If you need a brain break, stop by and work on one of our ongoing cooperative jigsaw puzzles or play a game of chess! We've got two tables of each available.
Available during Directed Study and lunch.
Don't forget, the library is open before and after school too!
Summer Reading Recap
Summer Reading Recap
On Friday, 9/22/23, the entire school met in discussion groups to talk about our summer reading books. We had a total of 52 discussion groups representing 33 different books! THANK YOU to all who participated and to those who helped to make this event possible.
In the spring, we'll be looking for book suggestions to include on the 2024 Summer Reading List. If you come across a good recommendation, let us know!
If you're looking for a suggestion on what to read next, check our our full list of 2023 summer reading books.
Students! Families! Staff! We're Looking for Your Input!
Students! Families! Staff! We're Looking for Your Input!
We would love to hear from you.
If you have any questions about our library program and/or any suggestions on what we can offer, please let us know by completing the appropriate form.
Tech Support
Tech Support
I forgot my Chromebook . . . My Chromebook isn’t charged . . . Something isn’t working on my Chromebook . . . I can’t connect to the network / WiFi . . . I forgot my password . . .
The library is your first stop for any technical problems.
Reminder:
If you use a library Borrowed Chromebook because you forgot your assigned device or your device isn't charged, the Borrowed Chromebook needs to be returned the same day.
"Autumn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower."
"Autumn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower."
― Albert Camus, French philosopher, author, dramatist, journalist, and political activist (1913-1960)
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