The librarians are pleased to announce the Reading List for the 2026 HCSD Battle of the Books. The program is open to all 4th and 5th graders. Join a team and start reading to get ready for the competition next March!
Thank You, Judd Winick!
We are so grateful to Judd Winick, author of the beloved Hilo series, for joining us at West School on February 19. We learned all about how he writes and illustrates his books (and saw pictures of his very cute cats!). We are so excited about his new Hilo book The Great Space Iguana. Thank you to the West community for supporting this special opportunity for our students!
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The West Reading Challenge is open to all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders at West School. Read 10 fantastic books from the reading list and receive an invitation to play bingo in the library for fun and prizes. All forms are due February 21, 2025. Bingo will take place on Tuesday, February 25 (*new date*).
Another fun year awaits in the West Library!!! For all the dates and events you need to know, visit the Year-at-a-Glance.
Our library programs are thriving with the support of our volunteer team. Email the teacher librarian, Mrs. Carroll, at jcarroll@hcsdk8.org if you are interested in joining us this year.
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Start with a database! A database a collection of information that is organized so that it is easy to find. It's the perfect place to begin. Try one of our databases located in Clever. Ask Mrs. Carroll if you have questions.
-Britannica School
-FactCite
-Pebble Go
-World Book Online
*Use your public library card number