Sharing: Schools are encouraged to share books from their class set collections.

Borrowing: Schools may borrow books from the listed participating schools in their zone.

Arrangements: Borrowing and sharing of books will be coordinated directly between schools beginning with the Story Shelf website database.

Coordination: Pickup and drop-off times must be arranged directly between the borrowing and sharing schools.

Responsibility: The borrowing school is responsible for the transport of books unless otherwise agreed between schools.

Return: All books should be returned in the same condition as they were received.

Good Condition: Only share books that are in good condition (not worn or damaged).

Borrowing Responsibility: The borrowing school is responsible for the books while in their care.

Communication: Notify the sharing school immediately if a book is lost or damaged.

Replacement Timeframe: The borrowing school must replace lost or damaged books upon return of class set.

Typical Borrowing Period:

• Half-term (approximately 5 weeks)

• Full-term (approximately 10 weeks)

Other periods may be arranged by agreement between the borrowing and sharing schools.

Extensions:

• Extensions can be requested if additional time is needed.

• Any extension must be mutually agreed upon by both the borrowing and sharing schools.

Care: Books should be treated with care and respect.

Protection: Consider using labels or covers to protect the books.

Return: Books must be returned on time and in the same condition.

Damage: Report any damage or missing pages immediately.

Open Communication: Keep communication clear and open regarding borrowing periods, exchanges, and any issues that arise.

Guidelines: Ensure any specific exchange guidelines are shared between schools.

Story Shelf is a voluntary program.

Responsibility: Participating schools take full responsibility for the care of books they borrow or share.

No Liability: DOBCEL's Story Shelf is not responsible for any issues arising from book exchanges.

Website Database: DOBCEL staff (Belinda Chiswell) will maintain and manage the website database that enables schools to connect and arrange book exchanges.

Exchange Coordination: Schools are fully responsible for coordinating, organising, and ensuring the successful exchange of books, including pickup, drop-off, and the condition of books.